Showing posts with label Chau. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chau. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Let's make more friends and have more fun!!!

 Hello everyone! Chau is here!

I hope everyone has a great start for your semester.  πŸ‘πŸ‘

I don't know if anyone feels like me, but I kind of have a mixed feeling when we are back IN-PERSON! I was so excited to be back in the classroom. I even pictured myself interacting with people, making friends, joining clubs, and having so much fun that I have missed for 2 years during the pandemic. BUT, I am not really feeling that when I am back to class πŸ˜•πŸ˜•πŸ˜΅

I personally have a hard time to make friendsπŸ’”πŸ’”.  Does anybody feel me???

BUT!!! I do not want to be alone forever hahaha, so I find out there are many ways for me to find a friend.

Let me show you how:

            Step 1. Finding your interest: it will be more fun when you do something that you enjoy, right? 

For me, I like body movement (most activities required moving, I know πŸ˜…).  SO Be specific!!! It's important! 

            Step 2. Willing to be open: relationship is complicated, so prepare for it.

            Step 3. You can ignore 1 & 2, but you have to see my collection of resources on campus where you might find your soulmate πŸ‘»πŸ‘»

 ➤ The CAVE:   

The CAVE is a great place to hang out, meet other students, catch up with friends, study, enjoy lunch, or rest between classes. Though it is called “The CAVE” the physical space is vibrant and the diverse community members create a warm and welcoming space for all. After 5pm and on the weekends, The CAVE hosts concerts, performances, and club meetings.

Hours: Monday- Thursday 9am-5pm & Friday 9am -2:30 pm

Location: The basement of Anderson University Center

Clubs and Group activities: I strongly recommend you to have at least 1 experience with the clubs and group activities at PLU. I was a shy and “lazy” student who did not like to join any big event or crowded activities.  BUT I am in love with these clubs.  

πŸ‘‰Group X: (X for exercise😁 ) where you find some fun activities, classes such as Yoga, Zumba, and Boot Camp.  The BEST part is you don’t have to commit with it UNLESS you are in love with it. 

I have the link HERE, so check it out and you might see me in those classes.

    πŸ‘‰Outdoor Rec trips (like KAYAKING, HIKING, CAMPING) is more than a trip-  it is a wholesome experience.  Each weekend,  they come together and go off campus for a outdoors journey.  It's whether hiking in the cascades, kayaking on the Puget Sound, or exploring states near and far. That will be a unique experience for you! I promiseπŸ‘Œ

Outdoor Rec Trip

            πŸ‘‰Like sport??? Let me introduce you to Intramurals. Pacific Lutheran University Intramural programs provide students with positive social opportunities and are an outlet for good clean fun (well sometimes it’s muddy fun), exercise and relaxation, while encouraging team spirit and good sportsmanship.

If you like a little friendly competition you’ll love the PLU Intramural program. Whether it’s team sports, individual competitions, or live action role playing, intramurals are open to all current PLU students, faculty and staff regardless of athletic ability.  These programs are designed as a way for students to get out, have fun and stay fit! 

πŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺπŸ’ͺTo register for intramural sports, you need to create an account on https://www.imleagues.com/ and select Pacific Lutheran University as your school. You should then be able to register for the sports under the Intramurals section.  

            πŸ‘‰Last but not least, MAKERSPACE.  This is the place that I just got introduced to.   MAKERSPACE is an awesome place for people who are interested in crafting, or being creative with different projects. 

Creativity in the Makerspace


Creativity in the Makerspace
During 2021-2022, our Makerspace is open again in the ground floor of Hinderlie Hall on upper campus. Please drop anytime (9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.) to use the materials. We also have open Makerspace hours on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in which the space is curated by Innovation Studies intern Maddie Lamwers. Maddie can help you find a project to do and she’ll provide access to any locked equipment (such as sewing machines, electronics, paints, and so on). (Here is the link) ✋πŸ‘‹ Come and have some fun!

πŸ’žπŸ’•πŸ’ž Thank you for reading my post. I hope you will find some things that might be helpful and interesting to you. Stay warm and stay connected!!! πŸπŸ‚πŸπŸ€

See you soon!πŸ’‹



Friday, May 14, 2021

Spring semester almost flies by-- what do we have for graduation celebrating this year?

 I couldn't believe that the Spring semester will be over within the next couple of weeks😲😲.  I believe that many students like me are turning the highest power of study mode on.  It might be exciting for most people to get things done and then enjoy the wonderful summer break, but that might not apply to our senior students or graduating this semester. 😐😐😐

I always have mixing emotions whenever the "graduation season" coming.  I am happy for those who are successfully completing their program, but I am sad because they will leave our home😒😒 and we might no longer see each other around.   Sorry, I need to leave the emotions behind and move forward to see what events we will have for graduation celebrating this year!!!πŸŽ‡πŸŽ‡πŸŽ‡

This year, we will celebrate both Class of 2020 and Class of 2021 πŸŽ‰πŸŽŠπŸŽ“.  

πŸ‘‰ Due to the Covid situation, the in-person event will be limited.  Please make sure you contact the event planner to make a reservation.  The schedule of graduation events will be:

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

  • Education Commencement Ceremony for Class of 2021
    The event is open to graduating students only.
    Time: 4:00-5:00 pm | Red Square
    Event Planner:  Diana Duclos
    Questions: duclosdm@plu.edu

  • Education Commencement Ceremony for Class of 2020
    The event is open to graduating students only.
    Time: 6:00-7:00 pm | Red Square
    Event Planner:  Diana Duclos
    Questions: duclosdm@plu.edu

Friday, May 28, 2021

  • School of Nursing DNP Hooding Ceremony
    The event is open to graduating students only.
    Time: 9:00-10:00 am | Eastvold Auditorium, Karen Hille Phillips Center
    Event Planner:  Kristi Edrington
    Questions: nursing@plu.edu

  • School of Nursing BSN Pinning Ceremony
    The event is open to graduating students only.
    Time: 12:00-1:00 pm | Eastvold Auditorium, Karen Hille Phillips Center
    Event Planner:  Kristi Edrington
    Questions: nursing@plu.edu

  • School of Business Celebration | Virtual Event
    The event is open to graduating students only.
    Time: 2:00-3:00 pm
    Please RSVP to attend the Celebration
    Event Planner:  Becki Torgerson
    Questions: torgerrm@plu.edu

  • School of Arts & Communication Recognition Ceremony
    The event is open to graduating students only.
    Time: 3:00-5:00 pm | Eastvold Auditorium, Karen Hille Phillips Center
    Event Planner:  Helen Hickman
    Please RSVP to attend the Recognition Ceremony
    Questions: hickmahl@plu.edu
Saturday, May 29, 2021, ❌❌❌BIG DAY❌❌❌
πŸ‘‰It will be a different experience for our graduate fellows, but it will be so special and unforgettable πŸ’“πŸ’“πŸ’“

  • Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2021 | Virtual Ceremony
    Time: 11:00 am
    Questions: commencement@plu.edu

  • Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2020 | Virtual Ceremony
    Time: 2:00 pm
    Questions: commencement@plu.edu
Finally, I wish you all have a great rest of your semester and congratulation to the Class of 2020 and Class of 2021 πŸ’–πŸ’–πŸ’–


Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Where are we after one-year got hit by CORONAVIRUS?

 Warm Greetings to Everyone, it's Chau!

Spring is here! I hope you all doing great and stay actively healthy.  It has been over a year that we got hit by the Coronavirus.  I couldn't believe it 😬!!! Let's take a look at how we did throughout the year to FIGHT...

Here is the graph showing the number of new cases in Pierce County from March 22rd, 2020 to March 31, 2021.  As we can see, we reached the peak of cases in November- December😣😣😣.
 I am sad when thinking about people who were sick, lost their loved ones, and also everyone who still fighting for their lives from this ugly virus.  And, I am truly thankful for our healthcare providers and people who work to make our lives back to normal. πŸ’“πŸ’“πŸ’“

 AND, now we are going to make it down πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘.  

We have been doing an excellent job to prevent the spread of the virus by practicing SOCIAL DISTANCING, LESS GATHERING, WEARING MASKS, WASHING HANDS,.... 

🌟🌟🌟 COVID VACCINES is on the way to everyone🌟🌟🌟

Let's take a look at the Covid-19 vaccination in Pierce county.  Many people in our county have got their vaccines partially and fully.  Soon, we will be fully vaccinated... πŸ‘πŸ‘
The vaccination is eligible to people in Phase 1B Tier 3 and Tier 4 from March 31.  

To learn more about your phase, here is the link to it. πŸ’ͺ

ALSO,  I would love to announce a great news with our community that INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS starting APRIL 15TH !!!!!!!!!!!!

HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL LINKS BELOW:
πŸ’₯πŸ’₯πŸ’₯ Although getting Vaccinated would minimize the spread of Covid, we still need to keep doing our social distancing and MASK UP!!!! 
I hope everyone stays safe and healthy.  Enjoy our Spring and Summer is coming!!!! 

-Chau πŸ™‹.