Flourishing is a key concept in Lutheran higher education, focusing on joy, vocation, and well-being — physical, mental, and spiritual. Inspired by Robin Wall Kimmerer’s “Braiding Sweetgrass,” we believe “all flourishing is mutual,” as individuals thrive together. At PLU, we hope our community members not only flourish individually but also inspire others to do the same. In this issue of Resolute, we highlight new graduates, alumni, faculty and staff who lead collective journeys toward meaningful, vibrant, and healthy lives.
TRANSFORMATIVE CARE
Humanization is Vocation
Angie Hambrick discusses student well-being, interdependence and retention.
Present & Future Providers
Discover how Melissa Wollan Francis ’02 and recent graduates are making an impact in the medical field as they pursue their calling through dedicated training and service.
Spiritual Care
Professor Erik Hammerstrom listens and learns during a sabbatical year spent as a hospital chaplain.
Parkland's Advocate
Jani Hitchen ’96 advocates for her community and legislates deeply with empathy and compassion.
Committed to Kuleana
Alumni Cheri Souza’s philanthropy leadership is motivated by the responsibility she feels to serve her Hawaiian community.
THOUGHTFUL INQUIRY
Big Questions, Complex Answers
Lorelei Juntunen ’97 drives public policy across the West Coast.
Modernizing Mental Health
Professor Tiffany Artime co-leads a project that’s moving mental health support on college campuses forward.
ETHOS IN ACTION
2024 Graduates who exemplify PLU’s commitment to asking tough questions, centering community, embracing complexity, making it happen and opening doors.
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