A Display of Intelligence
Michele Weslander, a 1991 alumna, is helping national intelligence agencies fight the global war on terror through her innovative ideas. “I knew Michele was a person who would maximize her gifts,” says Don Peter, associate professor of electrical engineering. “I just didn’t know where that would take her — or how far.”

Former Seattle Pacific Choral Director Leads a New Choir With Some Old Friends

SPU Offers Assistance to Alumni Who Want to Apply for Fulbright Awards

Prayer Supports Young Alumni Family Faced With a Dire Prognosis for Their Firstborn

Two Popular Local Bands, Graham Travis and United State of Electronic, Include SPU Alums

Two 50-Year Alumni Receive Medallions

What’s in a Signature?
A university’s distinctives can be considered its signature, says SPU President Philip Eaton. “I want to see us at Seattle Pacific become even more clear about our identity, to search deep down for our signatures.” [President]

No Limits
Local grade school and high school students set their sights on a university education after visiting SPU. [Campus]

Joy in Mudville
Bill Woodward, two-time Weter Faculty Award winner, contrasts “the American dream” and biblical hope. [Faculty]

After the Jedi
Response reflects on history’s most successful movie franchise, “Star Wars,” and how it and other movies have shaped culture. [Books & Film]

HoopsEvangelism
Falcon’s No. 20 and Huskies’ No. 20 team up to share their faith in public appearances off the basketball court. [Athletics]

My Response
Kevin Lakey, a 2005 graduate, reflects on a life-changing accident, blessings, and God’s grace.

Back-Cover Art
Response remembers Jimi Lott, longtime photographer for SPU, Response, and The Seattle Times.