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September 12, 2008
Here are various events where current Lutes or alumni made the news. Take a look!
Youth symphony passes baton
Covington Reporter
Maple Valley Reporter
August 13, 2008
The Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra has a new conductor. As an orchestra teacher in Bethel School District, alumna April Whyte was prepared for the job. The recently formed group has already grown from eight members to 25 since its first year of existence. As the group’s leader Whyte said, “Our hope is to introduce as many students as possible to a great orchestra experience.”
Shivers in my soul
Douglas County Empire Press
August 14, 2008
Alumna Kathi Rivers Shannon has learned that researching a novel can take you to fun and scary places. After graduating with an MFA in creative writing, Rivers-Shannon explored her ancestors homestead site in Waterville. Her adventure provided background inspiration for her recently finished novel titled “Seven Trees.”
Round-the-clock job
The Wenatchee World
August 21, 2008
Alumna Tammy Schultz has learned to love football. After marrying her husband John, a former PLU player, football became a regular part of her life. As John coached during their 28 years of marriage, Tammy raised her family with the team.
Covington Reporter
Maple Valley Reporter
August 13, 2008
The Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra has a new conductor. As an orchestra teacher in Bethel School District, alumna April Whyte was prepared for the job. The recently formed group has already grown from eight members to 25 since its first year of existence. As the group’s leader Whyte said, “Our hope is to introduce as many students as possible to a great orchestra experience.”
Shivers in my soul
Douglas County Empire Press
August 14, 2008
Alumna Kathi Rivers Shannon has learned that researching a novel can take you to fun and scary places. After graduating with an MFA in creative writing, Rivers-Shannon explored her ancestors homestead site in Waterville. Her adventure provided background inspiration for her recently finished novel titled “Seven Trees.”
Round-the-clock job
The Wenatchee World
August 21, 2008
Alumna Tammy Schultz has learned to love football. After marrying her husband John, a former PLU player, football became a regular part of her life. As John coached during their 28 years of marriage, Tammy raised her family with the team.