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.