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their careers and others will continue their academic pursuits. They have all found a passion for a vocation and are ready to engage the world. The students who shared their stories here joined 877 students who graduated from PLU this academic year. Here is a sample of a few students. Find the complete In their own words HERE. Anna Pfohl, Bachelor of Science in geosciences and Bachelor of Arts in environmental studies Anna Pfohl ’13 is from Little Falls, Minn. Why PLU? I visited PLU during the

traditions.” Ihssen acted as advisor to help start two of the clubs, Alazadi’s as well as another club for orthodox Christians.   Ignite service at PLU in the Cave. Ignite is one of the largest faith groups on campus. (Photo by John Froschauer) “There is a strong population of people here that don’t believe in any faith(and in fact there’s a club for that – PLU Secular Student Alliance),” said Anna Milliren ’13, who worked on creating the Reflection Room. “We want to have a place, and a group where

world. The students who shared their stories here joined more than 850 students who graduated from PLU this academic year. Anna Kreutz – Bachelor of Science in biology and chemistry Why PLU? PLU was just the perfect fit for me. In looking for schools for my undergraduate degree, I knew I wanted somewhere with small class sizes, significant student-faculty interaction, and the opportunity to participate in research. One example that I particularly remember was a lunch I attended my senior year in

sciences spectrum. The students’ efforts included helping people with food sensitivities, helping injured and orphaned baby birds, and nonprofit work.Anna Hurd '19 Photo by Oliver Johnson '18 Anna Hurd ’19 is the only person at PLU to pursue a degree based on the study of pre-dietetics. This summer, she had her first chance to test out what she’s learning. “It’s sort of a build your own major,” said Hurd, who is working to declare an individualized major. Hurd works with faculty members to craft a path

smile and a direct gaze that implies they are listening to everything you say. A dedication to service and student engagement “My main job here is to support Tom in his role, to help in any way possible. And to reach out to students,” said Patricia Krise. More It’s this genuine interest in others that was one of the first details that that Professor of Sociology and former Faculty Chair Anna Leon-Guerrero, a member of the search committee, noticed about Krise the candidate. “That means a lot to the

isn’t enough—we need to improve life for everyone around us, too.”  While at PLU, Schwartz worked at the Boys and Girls Club, and was a big buddy at nearby James Sales Elementary school.   Schwartz majored in sociology at PLU, and in classes with professors like Dick Jobst and Anna Leon Guerrero, he was asked challenging questions, and examined systems of oppression, discrimination, and racism. Like nesting dolls in reverse, he saw how vast the world’s systems could be. “I didn’t have either

and Princeton, and will study women’s health at Vanderbilt, Kelsey will study social work at Smith. Anna is off to seek a Ph.D. in neuroscience at UC-Davis, Ashley in nanoscience at Colorado, and Joe in plasma physics at Wisconsin.  Angela is headed to the New School for Drama in New York, while Jordan will join a theatre company in Washington DC, and Abagail in Philadelphia. The “I’ve got a new job stories” are also exciting.  Shannon and Annie will be working at Bank of New York Mellon as

while on campus and while abroad in Germany. I am incredibly nostalgic about leaving, but ready for my next adventure. What’s next? For the next year, I plan to work a lot and save up for graduate school. I will then pursue a master’s degree in development economics, and work towards a career in the foreign service with USAID. Anna Pfohl, Bachelor of Science in geosciences and Bachelor of Arts in environmental studies Anna Pfohl ’13 is from Little Falls, Minn. Why PLU? I visited PLU during the

, I’ve added 18 theater productions to my resume, invaluable professional experience as the Theatre House Manager, leadership experience within Alpha Psi Omega and Vpstart Crow, and a Liberal Arts education that focused on honing my passions toward making a positive difference. What’s next? I have been accepted to The New School for Drama in New York City, and will begin working toward my MFA in Acting in September 2012. Anna Kreutz – Bachelor of Science in biology and chemistry Anna Kreutz ’12 is