ππ€ PLUβs Bjug Day of Giving 2025 π€π
β October 14-15 β
Join us for the 12th Annual Bjug Day at Pacific Lutheran University!
This philanthropic tradition unites Lutes from around the world to make a difference for students and their communities.
Now more than ever, donor support is essential to helping PLU students thrive. Recent changes to WA stateβs higher education budget will significantly reduce state financial aid and scholarships for low-income students to attend private, nonprofit universities, such as PLU.
Every dollar matters. Your support for scholarships (or anything you love at PLU!) will reduce barriers, expand access, and help provide a values-driven, purposeful PLU education.
So join thousands of other Lutes in making Bjug Day an incredible show of support for PLU students.
Together, letβs reach 2,025 supporters in 2025!
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π£π€π $ for $ Scholarship Match is LIVE! ππ€π£
...and even more match opportunities will be revealed soon.
Bjug Day is the best time to make your generosity go even further.
During Bjug Day, a scholarship match — provided by a generous group of donors — means that you can give to what you love AND have your gift matched with a gift to student scholarships.
Scholarships are key to the access, success and well-being of most PLU students. At a time where the future may seem uncertain, your generosity can provide stability and support.
π Check below to see which match opportunities are live now! Make your gift by October 15 to take advantage of a match. π
ππ 2,000+ Lutes gave to what they love ππ
Thank you for your part in supporting students, today and always.
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Do you like the video shown above? It was made by current students Simon and Alaa in PLUβs Graphic Design 3 class just for you.
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Do you like the video shown above? It was made by current students Paige and Axel in PLUβs Graphic Design 3 class just for you.
Right now is your β° last chance β° to be part of Bjug Day. Make a gift of any size to anything you love before 11:59 pm PDT tonight, and youβll be part of this joyful tradition of supporting PLU students. πWeβre SO close! Can YOU get us to 2,025 donors in 2025?! π
Scroll up to see the new matches! When you make a gift to students before midnight, your gift can be matched.π Thatβs 2x the impact for students! π
Remember: Bjug Day ends tonight, so itβs the last day to double your impact.
So many of you have already come together to support PLU students. If youβve made a gift, thank you! If not yet, you can still join a larger movement thatβs helping students access a PLU education and achieve their full potential. π§βππ€π
The fun continues tomorrow. Help us reach 2,025 Lutes strong for 2025!
248 days ago by Michael
Be one of 2,025+ Lutes who rally to support students. Make a gift of any size by midnight on Oct 15 for a chance to double your impact.
248 days ago by Michael
βMy internship with Microsoft helped me confirm that I want to build my career in software engineering. I enjoy product design and the larger vision of technology, but I realized that the moments I enjoyed most were when I was debugging an error, improving a piece of code, or making a system run more smoothly. These experiences showed me that I thrive in engineering roles where I can see the direct impact of my work.β
~ Abel Legesse β26, Computer Science Major, Data Science & Economics Minor
Internships are powerful and can help Lutes turn a dream into a reality. Abel also shared that βbecause of the support, I could approach each day with focus, energy, and commitment, rather than splitting my time between my professional work and financial worries. That freedom allowed me to take full advantage of the experience, to attend networking events, stay late when needed, and push myself to learn as much as I could.β
As you get ready to give to what you love next week, one option can be the PLU Internship Fund, which helps cover expenses of internships for students. Give the gift of important career experience and your donation can be ππ€ DOUBLED! π€π
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Thank you to Jim '78 and Jane Fredricksen in memory of Bill Crooks for providing this internship match that supports Lutes as they explore career opportunities and discover pathways for their futures.
256 days ago by Michael
βWe support PLU because of the tremendous opportunities and friendships that the school has provided and continues to provide our βohana. Our classmates are lifelong friends. Our education has prepared us for lives of service to others. We are eternally grateful for PLU. Go Lutes!β
~ Troy & Jackie Andrade ('07), PLU Alumni
π An early Bjug Day match is here! That means that when you give today, your gift can be matched $ for $. You can be one of the leading Lutes to make a gift and inspire others to support students too. π
262 days ago by Michael
Students are back on campus, and the energy is buzzing! As a current Lute described it:
βI truly love every moment of PLU. The positive atmosphere, the countless learning opportunities, and the passionate professors have all made a huge impact on my experience. One of the things I appreciate most about PLU is the people. Every time you walk through campus, youβre greeted by a smile or a friendly βgood morning!β Whether itβs students or staff, everyone is so welcoming.β
Hereβs the secret: an early Bjug Day match is already live. That means you can make an early gift to Bjug Day that can be matched $ for $, doubling your support for students!
275 days ago by Michael
Click here to become a SociaLute!
We invite you to share what you love about PLU as a PLU SociaLute this Bjug Day.
π What is a SociaLute? π
A SociaLute is a member of our PLU community who uses their social media reach to promote PLUβs Bjug Day of Giving. Your posts will get people excited and mobilize them to make a donation to PLU students.
Are you ready to make a BJUG impact? Sign up today to become a SociaLute!
289 days ago by Michael
Lifeβs busy — weβll make sure you donβt miss the moment. Sign up to get a reminder straight to your phone when itβs time to give to what you love.
Click here to sign up for a Bjug Day text reminder today! We look forward to celebrating with you.
333 days ago by MichaelDonors
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| Area of Support | Donors | Raised ($) |
|---|---|---|
| History Department | 7 | $457 |
| Volleyball Team - Women | 68 | $24,000 |
| Baseball Team | 66 | $17,005 |
| Psychology Department | 6 | $1,822 |
| PLU Internship Fund | 18 | $11,434 |
| School of Education | 10 | $3,840 |
| Football Team | 36 | $6,451 |
| Cross Country Team | 23 | $7,430 |
| Rowing Team - Women | 62 | $4,076 |
| English Department | 6 | $375 |
| Basketball Team - Women | 54 | $7,200 |
| Nursing Scholarship Fund | 8 | $1,665 |
| School of Nursing | 11 | $4,120 |
| PLU Pantry Support Fund | 2 | $110 |
| Ultimate Frisbee - Women | 6 | $295 |
| Native American and Indigenous Studies | 2 | $520 |
| PLU DECA Club | 0 | $0 |
| Holocaust Studies | 4 | $311 |
| Gold Rush A Cappella | 0 | $0 |
| Latinx Unidos | 1 | $50 |
| Data Science Program | 2 | $510 |
| Sociology and Criminal Justice Department | 4 | $450 |
| Rowing Team - Men | 0 | $0 |
| Golf Team - Women | 5 | $1,000 |
| The Collective | 0 | $0 |
| Gender and Generosity Fund | 3 | $925 |
| College of Professional Studies | 4 | $160 |
| Class of 1973 Wild Hope Endowment | 0 | $0 |
| InterVarsity Club | 0 | $0 |
| Publishing and Printing Arts Program | 0 | $0 |
| Student Neurodiversity Club | 1 | $500 |
| Astronomy Club | 0 | $0 |
| Swimming Team | 104 | $15,780 |
| School of Nursing Dean's Fund | 7 | $2,625 |
| Earth Science Department | 2 | $300 |
| Interdisciplinary Programs | 0 | $0 |
| MFA Rainier Writing Workshop | 0 | $0 |
| PLUS 100 Program | 2 | $50 |
| College of Health Professions | 4 | $1,684 |
| ROTC Cadet Club | 0 | $0 |
| Area of Greatest Need | 143 | $44,227 |
| Environmental Studies Program | 0 | $0 |
| The Good Trouble Fund | 2 | $80 |
| Psi Chi | 0 | $0 |
| Ultimate Frisbee - Men | 4 | $420 |
| Wrestling Team | 0 | $0 |
| PLU MEDLIFE Chapter | 0 | $0 |
| Richard Nance Choral Union Legacy Fund | 0 | $0 |
| Social Work Department | 5 | $338 |
| Vietnamese Student Association | 1 | $10 |
| PLU Emergency Care Fund | 6 | $535 |
| Delta Iota Chi | 0 | $0 |
| University Symphony Orchestra | 0 | $0 |
| Black Student Union | 1 | $15 |
| The Student Success and Retention Fund | 0 | $0 |
| Artist Mentoring Program - Parkland Literacy Center | 2 | $125 |
| Rieke Health Sciences Renovations | 13 | $3,105 |
| PLU Fund Academic Excellence | 6 | $988 |
| Center for Military Support | 0 | $0 |
| Choir of the West | 4 | $450 |
| Undocumented Student Emergency Fund | 7 | $415 |
| PLU Fund Scholarships | 202 | $396,964 |
| PLU Opportunity Fund | 28 | $28,242 |
| Dance Team | 16 | $770 |
| Wild Hope Center for Vocation | 30 | $6,340 |
| THRIVE at PLU | 0 | $0 |
| Other | 50 | $14,325 |
| Athletics Lute Club | 53 | $7,765 |
| College of Natural Sciences | 13 | $2,380 |
| Basketball Team - Men | 38 | $3,875 |
| Diversity Center | 9 | $758 |
| First Year Experience Program | 3 | $135 |
| Mathematics Department | 11 | $1,835 |
| Golf Team - Men | 9 | $4,000 |
| Asian Pacific Islander Student Association | 0 | $0 |
| Soccer Team - Men | 148 | $13,243 |
| Wellbeing Services and Resources | 137 | $7,000 |
| College of Natural Sciences Student Professional Development | 0 | $0 |
| Soccer Team - Women | 202 | $22,740 |
| School of Business Dean's Fund | 3 | $360 |
| Club Sports | 0 | $0 |
| Center for Gender Equity | 2 | $125 |
| Lacrosse Team - Women | 22 | $2,235 |
| Global & Cultural Studies Program | 0 | $0 |
| Innovation Studies Program Fund | 0 | $0 |
| PLU Fund | 5 | $365 |
| Biology Department | 4 | $445 |
| Track and Field Team | 89 | $11,589 |
| Music | 13 | $3,285 |
| Intramurals | 2 | $75 |
| NΔ Hoaloha O' Hawai'i (Hawaii Club) | 1 | $25 |
| Kinesiology Department | 9 | $675 |
| Chemistry Department | 9 | $1,770 |
| Collegiate Washington Music Educators Association | 0 | $0 |
| Scandinavian Cultural Center | 1 | $25 |
| Chemistry Club | 0 | $0 |
| Wang Center for Global Education | 3 | $3,550 |
| The Mast | 0 | $0 |
| Religion Department | 6 | $800 |
| Theater and Dance | 2 | $215 |
| Economics Department | 4 | $920 |
| Outdoor Recreation | 1 | $50 |
| Anthropology Program | 0 | $0 |
| PLU Mariachi Club | 3 | $1,070 |
| Softball Team | 402 | $56,404 |
| KandsWeiss Study Away Gap Scholarship | 0 | $0 |
| Lacrosse Team - Men | 0 | $0 |
| Marriage & Family Therapy Department | 1 | $200 |
| The Writing Center | 0 | $0 |
| Physics Department | 1 | $25 |
| French and Francophone Studies | 2 | $400 |
| Wang Center Study Away Gap Scholarships (KandsWeiss Fund) | 5 | $160 |
| College of Liberal Studies | 6 | $2,140 |
| Political Science Department | 0 | $0 |
| Reserve Officer Training Core Program | 0 | $0 |
| Football - Player Package | 2 | $250 |
| Football - Breakaway | 1 | $50 |
| THRIVE at PLU | 0 | $0 |
| Forensics / Speech and Debate Program | 0 | $0 |
| Kathleen Zellers Russell Endowed Field Work Fund | 2 | $7,136 |
| John "Nellie" Nelson Servant Leadership Award & Community Service for PLU Football Endowed Fund | 0 | $0 |
| School of Business | 5 | $870 |
| Hispanic and Latino Studies Program | 0 | $0 |
| Theatre Club: Umbrella Organization | 0 | $0 |
| Counseling, Health & Wellness | 0 | $0 |
| Student Engagement | 0 | $0 |
| Philosophy Department | 0 | $0 |
| International Honors Program | 1 | $25 |
| Chinese Studies Program | 0 | $0 |
| Campus Ministry Office | 3 | $225 |
| Nate Schoening Center for Student Success | 1 | $212 |
| Parkland Literacy Center | 1 | $25 |
| PLUS 100 Program | 2 | $50 |
| Gender, Sexuality and Race Studies Program | 2 | $125 |
| Communication, Media & Design Department | 4 | $595 |
| Opera | 4 | $240 |
| Computer Science Department | 5 | $2,565 |
| Class Year | Donors | Raised ($) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 13 | $1,385 |
| 1970 | 9 | $8,350 |
| 1985 | 9 | $4,090 |
| 1987 | 4 | $250 |
| 1975 | 15 | $6,706 |
| 2023 | 16 | $1,355 |
| 2024 | 16 | $845 |
| 1998 | 9 | $2,720 |
| 2005 | 9 | $7,070 |
| 1996 | 7 | $2,330 |
| 1963 | 7 | $2,825 |
| 1982 | 6 | $13,700 |
| 1968 | 7 | $23,500 |
| 2021 | 5 | $450 |
| 1990 | 6 | $2,350 |
| 1978 | 6 | $36,800 |
| 2018 | 11 | $670 |
| 2009 | 5 | $1,880 |
| 1954 | 0 | $0 |
| 1935 | 0 | $0 |
| 1958 | 4 | $4,100 |
| 1928 | 0 | $0 |
| 1971 | 5 | $12,850 |
| 1934 | 0 | $0 |
| 1948 | 0 | $0 |
| 1960 | 2 | $100 |
| 1951 | 0 | $0 |
| 1965 | 6 | $2,550 |
| 1929 | 0 | $0 |
| 1999 | 4 | $5,900 |
| 1938 | 0 | $0 |
| 1979 | 4 | $480 |
| 1936 | 0 | $0 |
| 1927 | 0 | $0 |
| 1950 | 0 | $0 |
| 1944 | 0 | $0 |
| 1964 | 5 | $1,750 |
| 2017 | 5 | $1,650 |
| 2022 | 2 | $150 |
| 1953 | 1 | $0 |
| 1956 | 1 | $100 |
| 2000 | 3 | $625 |
| 1941 | 0 | $0 |
| 2016 | 2 | $115 |
| 1946 | 0 | $0 |
| 1930 | 0 | $0 |
| 1945 | 1 | $0 |
| 1952 | 0 | $0 |
| 1988 | 10 | $3,680 |
| 1995 | 4 | $300 |
| 1972 | 13 | $5,435 |
| 1947 | 0 | $0 |
| 2004 | 11 | $5,780 |
| 1997 | 10 | $3,940 |
| 1983 | 6 | $2,300 |
| 2002 | 6 | $945 |
| 1937 | 0 | $0 |
| 2012 | 9 | $1,480 |
| 1981 | 10 | $7,835 |
| 1984 | 9 | $4,300 |
| 1992 | 5 | $750 |
| 1986 | 8 | $13,060 |
| 1976 | 16 | $10,225 |
| 1977 | 16 | $25,050 |
| 2003 | 12 | $3,025 |
| 1940 | 0 | $0 |
| 1974 | 7 | $630 |
| 2015 | 6 | $1,828 |
| 1991 | 13 | $16,950 |
| 2001 | 10 | $1,000 |
| 1969 | 11 | $16,500 |
| 1955 | 1 | $100 |
| 1973 | 9 | $3,900 |
| 2013 | 6 | $3,120 |
| 1959 | 7 | $5,600 |
| 1980 | 7 | $2,825 |
| 2011 | 7 | $905 |
| 1949 | 0 | $0 |
| 2007 | 11 | $1,238 |
| 2019 | 10 | $800 |
| 1939 | 0 | $0 |
| 1993 | 8 | $786 |
| 1994 | 3 | $1,305 |
| 1957 | 3 | $4,150 |
| 1989 | 4 | $740 |
| 1931 | 0 | $0 |
| 1962 | 4 | $400 |
| 1943 | 0 | $0 |
| 1961 | 4 | $1,850 |
| 2020 | 4 | $235 |
| 1942 | 0 | $0 |
| 2025 | 24 | $685 |
| 1932 | 0 | $0 |
| 2010 | 7 | $3,970 |
| 1966 | 7 | $4,170 |
| 2006 | 4 | $910 |
| 1967 | 7 | $15,675 |
| 1933 | 0 | $0 |
| 2014 | 7 | $1,020 |
