For his annual Constitution Day essay, Professor Emeritus of History Bill Woodward explains the Doctrine of Discovery and its Constitutional interpretations.

Sep 17, 2021

When Christopher Columbus arrived in the Caribbean islands in 1492, he made a claim which to us sounds preposterous. He reported to his patrons, the Spanish monarchs Ferdinand and Isabella, that “I have taken possession for their highnesses.” So the Bahamas, three thousand miles from the Iberian peninsula and hitherto unknown, suddenly were owned by the Spanish crown? On what possible grounds?

The justification for the claim has become known as the Doctrine of Discovery, the foundation to this day for holding legal title to a parcel of land in the Americas.

Class of 2021 graduate Claire Conway received a coveted U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship, and spent eight weeks online at Ankara University in Turkey.

Sep 16, 2021

SPU graduate Claire Conway is one of just 700 students this year to receive a coveted U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship, a program designed to increase the number of Americans studying and mastering critical foreign languages.

Ordinarily, Claire might have traveled halfway around the world to Turkey to immerse herself in her target language. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the program has been adapted to offer eight weeks of daily online Turkish classes through Ankara University, conducted over Zoom.

For the sixth year in a row, Seattle Pacific has been named a “Best National University” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 best college rankings.

Sep 13, 2021

For the sixth year in a row, Seattle Pacific has been named a “Best National University” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 best college rankings. U.S. News defines national universities as those institutions offering a full range of undergraduate majors plus master's and doctoral programs and a commitment to producing groundbreaking research.

As the country marks the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks, we reflect on the past but also offer ways to learn more and a list of organizations helping Afghans making their way to the United States.

Sep 10, 2021

On Sept. 11, 2001, Seattle Pacific was starting its annual preparations for Orientation and the beginning of another academic year. Autumn Quarter began two weeks later in a suddenly different world. As the country marks the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks, we reflect on the past but also offer ways to learn more and a list of organizations helping Afghans making their way to the United States.

Meet alumnus and artist Squire Broel '92, who talks about his creative process and how an SPU professor's words of advice kept him on the artistic path.

Sep 8, 2021

The latest SPU Voices podcast features alumnus Squire Broel ’92. After graduating from SPU, he spent the next six years gaining insight and experience through travels around Southeast Asia and as a patineur for the Walla Walla Foundry. Near the end of 1997, he left the foundry to open Broel Studio. Employing his education, knowledge of art history, and experience as patineur, Squire is painting and sculpting to visually express everyday objects and experiences with thoughtful honesty and reflection.

The SPU Voices podcast, produced by the Office of Alumni, Parent, and Family Relations, is a monthly interview show dedicated to telling inspiring and compelling stories.

The online course "Business on Purpose" introduces the idea that the purpose of business, under God, is to serve. Learn how to connect your faith and your work and register today. (Free and for-credit options available.)

Sep 7, 2021

Faith & Co: Business on Purpose introduces the idea that the purpose of business, under God, is to serve. In this eight-week course you’ll explore more deeply the themes of the Season 1 films as well as hear from various thought leaders including Bill Pollard, Jeff Van Duzer, Denise Daniels, and Steve Garber. Topics covered include:

The Purpose and Calling of Business
Business in the “Messy Middle”
Ethics and “Core Values”
Spiritual Formation

These virtual open houses for international students are a great way to learn more about SPU's 46 distinct graduate programs.

Sep 3, 2021

Open houses are a great way to meet faculty and ask questions in a casual, welcoming atmosphere, and you can drop in at your convenience. For specifics about graduate programs or applications, contact Graduate Admissions.

The 2020-21 academic year included milestones in academics, community service, and philanthropy; a presidential transition; and notable achievements by faculty, staff, students, and alumni.

Sep 2, 2021

Learn more about the many milestones and achievements during the 2020-21 academic year.

Meet Dr. Margaret Watkins, new dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

Sep 1, 2021

The College of Arts and Sciences is excited to welcome Dr. Margaret Watkins as the new dean. In addition to overseeing CAS, she is also a professor of philosophy.

Meet Mehdi El Mardi, who is pursuing a master’s degree in data analytics and playing basketball with the Falcons.

Aug 19, 2021

“When I looked at the basketball team (at SPU), I said, ‘Whoa, this is a great program. Let’s look at the academic program,’” El Mardi recalled. SPU offered a master’s degree in data analytics, and El Mardi was certain the University was suited for him.