December 2007
Local family business honored
The Family Enterprise Institute of PLU’s School of Business recognized Air Van as the best medium sized business. Judges considered the nominees’ contributions to the community, industry and multigenerational family business involvement.
Local family business honored, November 21, 2007
Boys & Girls Clubs selects longtime employee as next leader
Alumnus Rick Guild ’74, was named president and CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of the South Puget Sound. Guild began working for the organization after earning his degree in social welfare.
Tacoma Weekly, November 22, 2007
Pro, student SPJ chapters win awards
The Society of Professional Journalists selected PLU as the top student chapter in the nation. PLU also received the regional award, competing against the University of Washington and Washington State University for the honor. Club leaders attribute the award to their protest against censorship.
The Washington Newspaper, December 01, 2007
Shot Blockers
In an opinion piece, Stephen Woolworth, professor of education and director of the First-Year Experience Program, discusses his concern that a growing number of vaccination opponents are putting children at risk.
The News Tribune, December 02, 2007
Local singer sweeps BET gospel show
Alumna Crystal Aikin recently won “Sunday Best,” a gospel music competition on the Black Entertainment Television (BET) network. Prior to the competition, Aikin was employed as a nurse and performed throughout the Northwest. Aikin said her main goal is to honor God with her music.
The News Tribune, December 05, 2007
PLU celebrates festival of light for Christmas
The Scandinavian Cultural Center at PLU sponsored the 57th annual Sankta Lucia Fest. According to Scandinavian tradition, Sankta Lucia, the “festival of light,” ushers in the beginning of the Christmas season.
Tacoma Weekly, December 06, 2007
Testimony clear on domestic benefits
In an editorial, Alumnus William Painter reported on the supportive testimony presented at a Pierce County Council meeting on providing domestic partnership benefits for Pierce County employees. Painter praised those who spoke and encouraged others to speak up on other issues before they become a product of legislation.
The News Tribune, December 11, 2007
No reindeer needed
Sheriff’s deputies and volunteers from PLU’s Campus Safety helped distribute toys and candy to children in the Parkland area over the holiday season. To make the project more fun, many volunteers dress up as Santa, Mrs. Claus or Santa’s elves.
The News Tribune, December 14, 2007
Local students earn Act Six scholarships
Tacoma area high school students have been named Act Six Scholars for 2008. The Act Six program identifies urban Tacoma students with strong leadership potential and provides them with full scholarships, peer support and leadership training. Next fall, PLU will welcome its first cadre of Act Six Scholars.
The News Tribune, December 19, 2007
Positive signs, no prediction in fight for Russell
Business columnist Dan Voelpel points out the reasons Russell Investment Group might decide to keep its corporate headquarters in Tacoma. Among those reasons is a commitment by PLU, UPS and UWT to bolster their business academic tracks to support Russell’s talent needs.
The News Tribune, December 30, 2007