You'll Like Tacoma
There’s nothing quite like the Pacific Northwest, so it’s easy to see why the Puget Sound area continues to grow and attract thousands of people every year.
Marie Tucker, Community Director for CAVE Commuter Community: “Before moving to PLU, I lived in Florida all of my life. Moving across the country was a bit intimidating but living in Tacoma has been a truly enriching experience. Living in the Puget Sound area allows for so much to do whether it is exploring the outdoors or trying all of the different cuisines this area has to offer! Tacoma is nestled in the perfect location to give you the benefits of having a big city so close by while also being surrounded by the mountains and ocean – the best part being that it is all reachable within an hour drive!”
PLU is just minutes away from downtown Tacoma and the unique culture that the city offers including the world famous Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and the Washington State History Museum. Tacoma also has wonderful local gems, such as the Proctor Farmer’s Market, historic Wright Park (depicted in the punny “Tacoma’s Wright for You” postcard to the right), and beautiful Ruston Way waterfront.
Nicole Gonzales, Former Community Director for Ordal and Stuen Halls: “I have found that the South Puget Sound has a lot to offer. I’ve enjoyed exploring the Tacoma area options that range from cute antique shops and local businesses to the new developments on the Ruston Way waterfront. There are so many great things to do and there’s something for everyone! I’ve also enjoyed the summer festivals and many farmers market options throughout the year.”
The short drive to Seattle means you’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy big-city entertainment like the Museum of Pop Culture or major league sports events such as the 2014 Super Bowl Champions Seattle Seahawks [NFL], Seattle Mariners [MLB], Seattle Sounders [MLS], Seattle Kraken [NHL], and the 4x [WNBA] Champions Seattle Storm.
Given that the Seattle-Tacoma area is situated on the vibrant and culturally diverse Pacific Rim, you also reap the benefits of the Northwest such as the picturesque Mt. Rainier National Park and the rugged Olympic coastline. Please use the links on this page as a starting point to discover everything that living in the Pacific Northwest has to offer!
Maggie Hendrickson, Former Community Director for Tingelstad Hall: “The area around the Puget Sound has something for everyone. We are lucky enough to be surrounded by forests of evergreens and views of the not too distant mountain ranges, waterfronts that are great for eating fresh seafood and kayaking, the smaller downtown life in Tacoma, and the bigger city life with Seattle being less than an hour away. It’s been great to get involved in the local community with co-workers of PLU and to find ways of making Parkland and Tacoma feel like home.”
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