Houston-based Center for Healing Racism will lead upcoming The People’s Gathering
The 10th edition of The People’s Gathering will ask a stark question: Do you really want to talk about racism? “Most people really don’t — and they run from the discomfort,” says Melannie Denise Cunningham, PLU’s director of multicultural outreach and engagement who founded The…
Wild Hope Center and Campus Ministry partner to offer alternatives to culture of busyness
Campus Ministry and the Wild Hope Center for Vocation have recently joined forces to develop new opportunities for Pacific Lutheran University students and staff. After noticing a disconnect among PLU staff members during the pandemic, these two departments came together in January to host a…
PLU announces new mathematics major, engineering minor
Pacific Lutheran University leaders recently announced two new natural sciences programs. Officially launching in fall 2022, students will be able to pursue a major in applied mathematics and/or a minor in engineering and industry. The applied mathematics major builds upon the existing mathematics courses, incorporates…
6 Ensembles, 3 Clubs, 2 Directorships, 1 Stellar Scholar
When Kaila Harris ’24 received her PLU acceptance letter, it was a special moment for her and her family. Upon its arrival, Kaila read the letter, which included the contents of her financial aid package, aloud to her parents. “When I finished, my dad stood…
Newberry Medalist Erin Entrada Kelly to speak at Jolita Hylland Benson Education Lecture
Pacific Lutheran University’s 12th Annual Jolita Hylland Benson Education Lecture will take place April 20 at 7 p.m. Erin Entrada Kelly, a Newberry Medalist and New York Times best-selling author, will deliver this year’s Benson lecture titled, Three Compliments: Ways to Feel Seen as an…
Soccer legend, advocate, and broadcaster Julie Foudy to deliver PLU commencement address
Pacific Lutheran University will welcome Julie Foudy to the Tacoma Dome on May 28 to deliver a commencement address to the university’s graduating class. Foudy will share reflections inspired by her iconic career as a member of the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team, award-winning storyteller, and…
After a pandemic hiatus, study away trips returned during J-Term
After a hiatus last year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, 65 undergraduate and 22 graduate students from Pacific Lutheran University were able to participate in January term study away trips this year. The program took PLU students all over the world, with courses designed and…
PLU School of Business renews a mark of distinction with AACSB accreditation
Pacific Lutheran University’s School of Business continues a half-century of excellence by extending its accreditation from AACSB International for its undergraduate and graduate programs. “This is a major accomplishment and signifies academic excellence at PLU,” said Mark Mulder, Ph.D., dean of the School of Business.…
Microsoft Philanthropies VP Justin Spelhaug to speak at PLU on March 10
Big Tech sometimes gets a bad rap, with critics pointing to its potential for spying on us, tricking us or leading us to rack and ruin. But technology can be a greater force for good. Justin Spelhaug, vice president of the Tech for Social Impact…
Wang Symposium reaches across disciplines to find the power of healing
Two years ago, the Wang Symposium explored the phenomenon of political and societal polarization, and its effect on our world. This year, the 10th Biennial Wang Symposium comes full circle, with a focus on “Healing: Pathways for Restoration and Renewal.” “Even as I was planning…