The next Chapel is Tuesday, Feb. 10, 11:10 a.m. in First Free Methodist Church with Pastor Brice Sanders, founder of Coastline Church. The theme for the quarter is "Launching together: Following Jesus is not a solo journey." All faculty and staff are invited to join a community lunch each week after Chapel in the SUB Fireside Room. Bring your lunch and share fellowship with others across campus.

The Burton and Ralene Walls Center for Applied Learning welcomes Yolanda Barton, vice president of economic development at local nonprofit organization Urban Impact and founder of RevereXR, as the guest speaker for the next College of Business and Technology Dean's Speaker series on Thursday, Feb. 12, 9 a.m. in the library seminar room. RevereXR uses various technologies — AR, VR, AI, etc.— to preserve the past through XR (extended reality). The theme of the quarter is CBT's Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), SDG 1: No Poverty.

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Seattle Pacific Seminary welcomes renowned Bible scholar and former Bishop of Durham, N.T. Wright, for the H. Mark Abbott Lectureship on Monday. Feb. 23, 7 p.m in First Free Methodist Church. Wright will present from his new book, God’s Homecoming, which challenges the idea that faith means leaving Earth behind. This event requires no registration, is wheelchair accessible, and is free. Seating is limited.

A message from Educational Technology and Media: The next workshop, Implementing Student Accommodations in Canvas: Quizzes, Assignments, and Course Content, is Thursday, Feb. 26, 2–3 p.m. (On campus at ETM or online via Teams). This workshop supports instructors in using Canvas to implement approved student accommodations and to provide appropriate flexibility for quizzes, assignments, and course content. We’ll cover practical steps such as extending quiz time, allowing extra attempts, and adjusting course materials to support accessibility. 

The registration link is https://forms.office.com/r/LnkGkiFmF8. Registration is encouraged (to help us prepare), but not required — walk-ins welcome. Can’t make it? Register to receive the recordings.

If you have any questions or need help accessing the materials, please reach out to etmhelp@spu.edu.

The Seattle Pacific University Orchestra is inviting musicians from campus and the wider community to join its ensemble this year. Unlike a traditional university class, participation in the orchestra is not limited to students and does not require course registration or academic credit. Faculty, staff, and community members are warmly welcomed to take part. Rehearsals are held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4–6 p.m. in Beegle 1. The orchestra is open to all orchestral instrumentalists, with flexible attendance options to accommodate busy schedules.

Now in his second year as orchestra director, adjunct music instructor Dr. Hsuan (Tony) Lee hopes the ensemble can serve as a bridge between SPU and the surrounding community, providing opportunities for shared music-making and meaningful collaboration. Those interested in joining are encouraged to contact Dr. Lee at leeh58@spu.edu.

University Communications is reviewing photos across spu.edu to ensure they accurately represent our departments and programs. If you notice images that are out of date or need replacement, please complete the online form to submit your suggestions. Your input helps maintain an accurate and professional web presence. If you have questions, contact the UC Web Team at UCWebTeam2@spu.edu.

The SPU Wellness program helps you identify and change unhealthy behaviors with the goal of reducing your risk of illness and rewards you for taking action. To kick start your health in 2026, Human Resources will host Quest biometric screenings on campus. Receive a $50 e-gift card for participating. Watch more information in the weeks ahead.

Feb. 24–25, 2026, 8 a.m.– 12:30 p.m., SPU Ames Library/Seminar Room

Sign-ups are now open.

Registration Link: My.QuestForHealth.com

Registration Key: SPU2026

Unique ID: Aetna WID found on your Aetna ID Card

Already registered with Quest? Enter your username and password on the homepage to get started.

The Swedish Mobile Mammography coach will be back on campus Monday, March 2, offering convenient on-site mammograms for women ages 40+ that are enrolled in SPU’s Aetna health plan. Appointments are required — schedule yours at Swedish Mobile Mammography Online Mammogram Registration.

Please bring:

• Your completed medical history form (from the online scheduling link)
• Insurance card
• Photo ID
• First and last name of your current primary care provider

Location: The coach will be parked across 3rd Ave. West in the Ross Parking Lot (site of the former Subway).

For more information, contact Cherylin Shdo, senior benefits specialist, at shdoc@spu.edu.

The Faculty/Staff Bulletin is published every Monday during the academic year. The next deadline is Thursday, Feb. 12, and the next Bulletin will be published on Monday, Feb. 16. 

If you have information or event news, send it as soon as possible with an image or graphic to Bulletin editor Tracy Norlen at fsb-editor@spu.edu. Submissions may be edited for clarity and will be published for two consecutive issues; they can be resubmitted for an additional two weeks.

Antwinett Lee, interim chief nurse administrator, has been named to the 2026 Hall of Fame for the Washington State Nurses Association. The award is given every two years to a select few in recognition of demonstrated excellence in the areas of patient care, leadership, education, public service, nurse advocacy, heroism, patient advocacy, or clinical practice and for achievements that have affected the health and/or social history of Washington state through sustained, lifelong contributions. She will receive the award on March 19 at the award reception. Congratulations! 

Doug Strong, Paul T. Walls Professor of Wesleyan Studies and the History of Christianity, participated in a panel discussion on Feb. 2 at Claremont McKenna College as part of the Dialogue on Race and Faith Project. The event included a movie trailer from the documentary, "Awakening to Justice."

Please join the Office of Human Resources in welcoming Bryant Crone, software development engineer in Information Technology.

In advance of his visit to campus February 23-24, 2026, renowned Bible scholar and former Bishop of Durham N.T. Wright was interviewed by Seattle Pacific Seminary Dean Brian Lugioyo about his new book, God’s Homecoming: The Forgotten Promise of Future Renewal. Other topics included reimagining memorial services, the importance of teaching Scripture to college students, encouragement for church leaders, and what continues to astonish him about Jesus. Read or listen to the interview at SPU Stories.