SPU professor and resident art historian Katie Kresser says great art teaches us empathy, unveils human nature, and forces us to think outside the box. Listen to the latest SPU Voices podcast.

Nov 30, 2021

Dr. Katie Kresser, Seattle Pacific University's resident art historian, says great art teaches us empathy, unveils human nature, and forces us to think outside the box. Visual art can reveal the thought processes of people living far away or in our distant past, and for her, art history has been an unparalleled journey of the imagination. If art can help us understand the past, it can surely help us understand our neighbors. Dr. Kresser received her bachelor's degree from Indiana University, her master's and PhD from Harvard University, and has been at SPU since 2006.

Listen to her interview on the latest SPU Voices podcast. 

Go Birds!, a new book about the history of SPU athletics, is filled with engaging anecdotes and statistics about Falcon players and coaches. Learn how SPU sports have made an impact in the Seattle community and beyond.

Nov 29, 2021

Go Birds! chronicles Seattle Pacific University sports and how they evolved over time — from the origins of men's competition in 1930s-'40s to the expansion of women's sports in the 1970s. The history is told through stories, beginning in 1950 and extending through SPU's 125th anniversary year in 2016–17. From golden goals to buzzer beaters, the pages are filled with engaging anecdotes and statistics about Falcon players, coaches, and teams. It's a book for Falcon fans, former players, and anyone who appreciates the impact SPU sports have made on the Seattle community and beyond.

The book was compiled by John Glancy, retired staff member and former director of SPU's 125 anniversary celebration; Wes Lingren, professor emeritus of chemistry and former tennis coach; Frank MacDonald, former SPU sports information director; and Adrienne Meier, University Archivist.

Go Birds! is available on Amazon.com.

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

Nov 18, 2021

These virtual webinars are a great way to meet faculty and ask questions in a casual, welcoming atmosphere. Sign up today!.

SPU's Faith for the Future Scholarship covers at least 50% of tuition for undergraduate students with demonstrated commitment to faith and service.

Nov 18, 2021

Are you looking for a faith-based college experience? Have you been involved in a faith-related ministry or graduated from a Christian high school? SPU's Faith for the Future Scholarship guarantees 50% of tuition will be covered for qualifying students. Learn more.

Check out these new continuing education offerings specifically designed to build workplace skills.

Nov 17, 2021

Seattle Pacific University recently enhanced continuing education offerings to include career accelerators specifically designed to build workplace skills. Students can extend their marketability with a variety of courses, including Project Management, Leadership in Healthcare, Financial Success and Professionalism, Foundations of Data Analytics, and more. Designed for busy professionals, you can begin developing your skillset with SPU through self-paced curriculum led by respected industry experts.

Learn more and review all the career accelerator courses.

Tom Cooper, a veteran and 1950 SPU alumnus, recalls his post-World War II life at Seattle Pacific College in the latest issue of SPU's Response magazine.

Nov 9, 2021

As we remember and say thank you to our veterans this Veterans Day, we invite you to read this story on Tom Cooper, a veteran and 1950 SPU alumnus who recalls his post-World War II life at Seattle Pacific College. The article, "Battlefield to classroom: Tom Cooper's return," is in the latest issue of Response magazine.

SPU Athletic Director Jackson Stava talks about his unusual path to college athletics and what he learned about leadership and culture during COVID-19.

Oct 22, 2021

Jackson Stava's path to becoming Seattle Pacific University's fifth athletic director was not a typical route. During his undergraduate years, he was a youth ministry Bible major at Azusa Pacific University, where he also earned a seminary degree, and he wasn't a college athlete or coach like many people are in his profession. Jackson thought he was going to do full-time traditional ministry after college, but God had other plans. Listen to his story and hear how his first job as an APU admissions counselor set him on the path toward college athletics.

SPU Theatre presents this powerful true story of a 17th century artist whose rise to fame is violently betrayed by a trusted mentor. She then does the unthinkable.

Oct 22, 2021

This powerful production features the true story of a 17th century female artist whose rise to fame is violently betrayed by a trusted mentor. She then does the unthinkable as she fights against the church, the courts, and the status quo.

"Unifying Principles of Long-Lasting Communities" is the theme for the annual Day of Common Learning when the SPU community gathers to focus on one topic.

Oct 4, 2021

Seattle Pacific University and the Faculty Life Office are pleased to present the 20th annual Day of Common Learning on Thursday, Oct. 7. This year's theme is "Unbreakable: Unifying Principles of Long-Lasting Communities." The day features a keynote address by Dr. Monica A. Coleman, professor of Africana studies at the University of Delaware, at 10 a.m. in Brougham Pavilion, followed by afternoon sessions with faculty panels and faculty-hosted breakout sessions.

On Sept. 30, the SPU History Department will host an evening lecture on "The War on Terror at 20 Years: Lessons Learned."

Sep 24, 2021

On Thursday, Sept. 30, the SPU History Department will host "The War on Terror at 20 Years: Lessons Learned," an evening discussion about the impact of the war on the United States and the world.