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      Image: Natural Sciences students compete in the Mathematical Contest in Modeling, a competition that goes 24-hours a day from Thursday to Monday
      PLU student team finishes in the top five at international math modeling competition

      Each year, around 10,000 teams participate in The Interdisciplinary Contest in Modeling, an international contest where teams of undergrad students have 99 hours straight to create a mathematical model addressing a complex social or scientific issue. Each year, the top awards go to large technical…

      June 16, 2023
      Mathematics
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      Dylan Ruggeri ’23 and Kenzie Knapp ’24 discuss their climate science musical

      Together, senior Dylan Ruggeri ’23 and junior Kenzie Knapp ’24 created an innovative climate science musical performance on PLU’s campus in 2022. Both students are majoring in environmental studies and theatre, and the duo drew on their passions to create art, transforming audience perspectives on…

      June 8, 2023
      Environmental Studies
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      From Oxford, England to Oaxaca, Mexico, Jackie Lindstrom ’23 uses math to understand migration

      Recently, chemistry major Jackie Lindstrom found herself in Oxford, England, conducting a series of informational interviews with public health representatives from Oxfam and the International Organization for Migration, a United Nations advisory agency that promotes international cooperation on migration. Traveling under a  Wang Center Research…

      May 23, 2023
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      Communications and psychology double major Alex Reed ’23 explored film and storytelling at PLU

      Sometimes the most random moments leave lasting impressions. Alex Reed’s first experience at PLU happened when she was a high school sophomore, when her school band came to the university to attend a music clinic. “This trip definitely put PLU on my radar as I…

      May 19, 2023
      Psychology
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      Law school-bound Jasneet Sandu ’23 is passionate about global studies, anthropology, computer science and religion

      Jasneet Sandhu had planned to minor in global studies. But soon into her PLU experience, she decided to double major in it, along with computer science. She added anthropology and religion as double minors—as part of a strategy to enjoy her college experience at a…

      May 16, 2023
      Computer Science
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      Opening Doors: PLU Partnership with PNWU creates new opportunities for PLU pre-health sciences graduates

      PLU and Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) officials recently announced a new partnership that reserves six seats per year for PLU graduates interested in pursuing PNWU’s Master of Arts in Medical Sciences (MAMS). “This partnership between PNWU and PLU focuses on uplifting our…

      May 8, 2023
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      Emily Struck ’23 reflects on her time at PLU, captivated by chemistry and research

      Emily Struck ’23 made the most of her chemistry major at PLU, conducting individualized research with professors and tutoring other students on campus. As she takes her next step in the fall pursuing a Ph.D. in organic chemistry at Purdue University, Struck reflects on her…

      May 5, 2023
      Chemistry
      Sarah Davis ’23, a biology major and Hispanic studies minor, was drawn to PLU for several reasons — both her parents are alumni, the study-away opportunities were exciting and the community was welcoming.
      Growing into her own: Sarah Davis ’23 discovers her passion for plant biology at PLU

      Sarah Davis began her PLU journey with the idea that medicine and health care would be the ultimate goal, but then a couple of classes focused on plant development and global agriculture grew a new passion “I have a family history of agriculture, my grandfather…

      April 26, 2023
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      Grayson Nottage ‘23 prepares to become a teacher who excites students about science

      Grayson Nottage ’23 has wanted to become a middle school science teacher ever since she was a middle school science student. She admired many of her own science teachers, and aspires to become the sort of educator that inspires and excites students about science. Next…

      April 25, 2023
      Geosciences
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      PLU senior Allison Sheflo discusses her triple major in geosciences, environmental studies and religion

      Senior Allison Sheflo will graduate this spring with a triple major in  geosciences ,  environmental studies  and  religion  and a minor in  mathematics . She forged her own trail at PLU, welcoming the adventures that piqued her curiosity and let that lead her way. “It’s…

      April 24, 2023
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