Honoring the Scandinavian heritage of Pacific Lutheran University, we bring together the community, students, and faculty to explore Nordic culture.
Honoring the Scandinavian heritage of Pacific Lutheran University, we bring together members of the community, students, and faculty in an ongoing exploration of what Scandinavian heritage contributes to our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. We celebrate the unique culture and history of Scandinavia through exhibitions, lectures, musical events, films, and celebrations and gatherings. Anyone is welcome to become a member and support the mission of the Scandinavian Cultural Center. Members of the public are also welcome to experience our exhibitions free of charge as well as many of our programs.
Our mission statement reads: "The purpose of the Scandinavian Cultural Center shall be to bring together individuals and organizations of the Pacific Northwest to support the University's Scandinavian Studies Program and Scandinavian Immigrant Experience Collection; to promote development and understanding of Nordic immigrant and Scandinavian-American experiences, cultures, and heritage; and to promote ties with, and awareness and understanding of, contemporary Nordic cultures and societies."
