Sept. 29–Oct. 31
Launch of Hoodie Design Contest
Online
Think you have what it takes to create the next SPU Hoodie? Now’s your chance to turn your creativity into something real. SPU Hoodie Design contest launches on Sept 29. Look for the flyers posted around campus with a QR code that will also direct you to this submissions link. Get your submission in and receive a small freebie from the SPU Store (while stocks last). Submissions close on Oct 31.
Monday–Friday, Sept. 29–Oct. 3
Drop-in Academic Advising
Main Lobby of Demaray Hall
9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–4 p.m.
Academic counselors will be available during the first week of the quarter to answer questions about class schedules and assist with registration. No appointment needed!
Tuesday, Sept. 30
All-University Chapel
First Free Methodist Church
11:10 a.m.
Hear from Pastor Fred TenEyck, director of Student Ministries, in this kickoff Chapel of the new year. Offices will be closed so the community can worship together.
Wednesday, Oct. 1
NEON Shirt Giveaway
Martin Square
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
The first 50 people to arrive get a free NEON shirt for the dance on Friday. Neon fabric paint will be available to decorate your shirt or whichever shirt you want to wear to the dance. BYOS!
Oct 1–31
Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign
Tiffany Loop and Martin Square
October is Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Month. To raise awareness for signs of a healthy or unhealthy relationship, red and green flags have been posted in Tiffany Loop and Martin Square to represent “relationship red flags” and “relationship green flags.”
Thursday, Oct. 2
Study Abroad Fair
Martin Square
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
The annual Study Abroad Fair welcomes students to explore study abroad programs and meet representatives of program providers to discuss academics, host locations, and life abroad. Faculty are also invited to learn about opportunities for students and explore building their own Global Seminar experience.
Friday, Oct. 3
First Friday: NEON
Royal Brougham Pavilion Gym
7–9:30 p.m.
Kick off the quarter with a neon dance! Enjoy shaved ice and wear white or neon to pop under the blacklights as you dance the night away!
Saturday, Oct. 4
Women’s Volleyball vs. Central Washington
Royal Brougham Pavilion
2 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 4
Men’s Soccer vs. Northwest Nazarene
Interbay Soccer Stadium
4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 4
Women’s Soccer vs. Western Washington
Interbay Soccer Stadium
7 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 7
Chapel
First Free Methodist Church
11:10 a.m.
In this Chapel service, hear an alumni/student panel offer insight into “Growing in Your Faith During College.” Find Autumn Quarter's Chapel offerings here.
Wednesday, Oct. 8
Résumé Rescue
Center for Career and Calling
SUB, Second Floor
12–3 p.m.
Drop-in résumé reviews — your perfect preparation for the upcoming Career Fair!
Wednesday, Oct. 8
Library Fest
Ames Library
4– 6 p.m.
Come celebrate the new school year with the SPU Library! Learn about all the services, spaces, staff, and sources that make the SPU Library a special place. There will be games, learning, activities, challenges, and prizes as well as staff from other campus resources including the Academic Support Center and the student media groups. Plus, free pizza and other refreshments! Contact Librarian Liz (lgg@spu.edu) for more information.
Thursday, Oct. 9
Church Fair
Martin Square
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
Students can connect with churches and ministries in the area to help them find a church family where they feel connection, joy, love, and a sense of community.
Thursday, Oct. 9
Men’s Soccer vs. Simon Fraser
Interbay Soccer Stadium
5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 11
First Free New Student Worship Service
First Free Methodist Church
10–11:30 a.m.
Saturday, Oct. 11
Men’s Soccer vs. Western Washington
Interbay Soccer Stadium
7 p.m.
Monday, Oct. 13
ASSP Info Night
Ames Library, 2nd Floor Seminar Room
7–8 p.m.
Get to know ASSP!
Curious about student government at SPU? Join us for an ASSP Information Night to learn more about how ASSP serves students and how you can get involved. Meet ASSP leaders, grab some ASSP merch, and enjoy snacks!
Then stick around from 8–9 p.m. to see an ASSP Senate meeting in action — experience how student voices help shape campus life.
Tuesday, Oct. 14
Chapel
First Free Methodist Church
11:10 a.m.
Hear from SPU President Deana Porterfield in this Chapel service. Find Autumn Quarter's Chapel offerings here.
Thursday, Oct. 16
Women’s Soccer vs. Western Oregon
Interbay Soccer Stadium
5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 18
Nursing Cohort Orientation
8:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
This is our orientation for the new cohort that starts our Lydia Green Nursing program in Winter Quarter 2026.
Saturday, Oct. 18
Women’s Soccer vs. MSU Billings
Interbay Soccer Stadium
1 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 21
Chapel
First Free Methodist Church
11:10a.m.
Hear from Rev. Ryan Kim from Seattle's Banner Church in this Chapel service. Find Autumn Quarter's Chapel offerings here.
Tuesday–Wednesday, Oct. 21–22
Vaccine Clinic
Health Services Lobby
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Our local Safeway pharmacy will be on site for two days in late October to provide vaccinations to students, staff, and faculty. Insurance required. Get all your needed vaccines for a school program or job requirement and help protect yourself and your community!
Flu, COVID, Measles, Meningitis, Tdap, and MORE!
You must sign up online at the links below and bring your insurance card to your appointment time. Tuesday, Oct. 21: Sign up here. | Wednesday, Oct. 22: Sign up here.
Thursday, Oct. 23
Business and Technology Career and Networking Fair
11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Otto Miller Hall Lobby
Employers are primarily from the business and technology fields — and the career fair is open to ALL majors. Come to attend, explore, and make connections! The CCC will host an “Energy Station” at the Career Fair to help students practice networking.
Thursday, Oct. 23
Women’s Soccer vs. Central Washington
Interbay Soccer Stadium
5 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 23
Women’s Volleyball vs. Western Washington
Royal Brougham Pavilion
7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 25
Women’s Soccer vs. Northwest Nazarene
Interbay Soccer Stadium
1 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 25
Women’s Volleyball vs. Simon Fraser
Royal Brougham Pavilion
2 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 28
Chapel
First Free Methodist Church
11:10 a.m.
In this Chapel service, hear from Dr. Stephen Newby, Baylor University music professor and speaker at this year’s Palmer Lecture. Find Autumn Quarter's Chapel offerings here.
Thursday, Oct. 30
Men’s Soccer vs. Western Oregon
Interbay Soccer Stadium
6 p.m.