Upcoming Events
Backstage Theatre: Violet
Directed and designed by SPU theatre and music students, Violet has music ranging from roots to folk to gospel. With score from Tony-winning composer Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by the acclaimed Brian Crawley, Violet is inspired by Doris Betts’ short story, “The Ugliest Pilgrim.” Purchase tickets online, by phone at 206-281-2959, or at the door.
May 21–24 | 7:30 p.m.
May 25 | 1 p.m.
$10 general admission
McKinley “Backstage” Theatre
Symphony Orchestra Concert
The Symphony Orchestra concert presents a wide variety of musical styles from composers, including Mozart, Beethoven, and modern-day composers in its final performance of the school year. This concert will be livestreamed.
Thursday, May 23 | 7:30 p.m.
Free and wheelchair accessible
First Free Methodist Church
3200 Third Avenue W.
Memorial Day
Monday, May 27
No daytime classes; offices closed. Evening classes meet.
Seattle Pacific Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Drum Corps
Monday, May 27 | 1:30 p.m.
Evergreen Washelli Veterans Memorial Cemetery
11111 N. Aurora Ave., Seattle
The SPU Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Drum Corps will perform at the annual Memorial Day service at the Evergreen Washelli Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
Percussion Concert
The Percussion Ensemble spring concert, under the direction of Dan Adams, features multiple percussion pieces to ethnic drum ensembles. This concert will be livestreamed.
Tuesday, May 28 | 7:30 p.m.
Free and wheelchair accessible
E.E. Bach Theatre
McKinley Hall
Last day of classes
Friday, May 31
Student reading and faculty in-service day, Monday, June 3.
Final exams
June 4–6
Residence halls close for summer
Friday, June 7 | 4 p.m.
Returning students must vacate housing by Friday. Graduating seniors must vacate housing by Sunday, June 9, 1 p.m.
Ivy Cutting
Friday, June 7
9:30-10:30 a.m. | Tiffany Loop
Ivy Cutting has been part of graduation rites at SPU since 1922. Graduating students and SPU faculty don their academic regalia and assemble in Tiffany Loop. More information.
Falcons Forever BBQ
Friday, June 7 | 5:30 p.m.
$10/person (kids under 10 eat free)
Tiffany Loop
A fun event for graduating seniors, their families, and Class of 2018 graduates. Precedes Baccalaureate. More information.
Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
Saturday, June 8 | 7-9:30 p.m.
Alaska Airlines Arena
3870 Montlake Blvd NE, Seattle
Tickets are required for entrance into Alaska Airlines Arena. Visit the Commencement website for complete information, including schedules, directions, and more.
Summer Sessions
Monday, June 10 (Session one begins)
Monday, July 8 (Session two begins)
Summer Sessions are four to eight weeks long, allowing students to earn credits during the summer. More information.
Engage events
Renowned national and international speakers, some of Seattle’s most engaging theatre performances, memorable concerts, outstanding athletic competition. Explore upcoming events and get involved.