Seattle Pacific University's Student Newspaper

The Falcon

Seattle Pacific University's Student Newspaper

The Falcon

Seattle Pacific University's Student Newspaper

The Falcon

Student Financial Services on Thursday, April 11, 2024, in Seattle.
Professors, students take on taxes
Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor • April 24, 2024

April 15, 2024 was Tax Day. While some scrambled to find their W-2 pdfs and parents’ middle names, Zachariah Nacke enjoyed the day peacefully...

Judges, students, and competitiors wander through the Social Venture Plan Competition on Thursday, April 18, 2024, in Seattle.
Bringing ideas to life
Aubrey Rhoadarmer, Editor-in-Chief • April 24, 2024

For the presenters at Seattle Pacific University’s Social Venture Plan Competition, an entrepreneurial event, their passion projects came to...

Author David Brooks speaks about his new book at the First Free Methodist Church on Thursday, April 11, 2024, in Seattle. (Courtesy of SPU Communications)
“Our deep gladness is the world’s deep need”
Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor • April 17, 2024

David Brooks brims with stories.  Those who heard his presentation in the First Free Methodist Church for Seattle Pacific University’s...

FILE-A student is helped by a FedEx worker in the new Seattle Pacific University Mailroom on Sept. 25, 2023. The mailroom was moved into, and combined with, the bookstore for the 2023 school year.
Is Falcon Advantage worth it?
Jacqueline Brizuela, Staff Writer • April 17, 2024

On July 28, 2023, the Seattle Pacific University bookstore launched Falcon Advantage, a course material program available through a partnership...

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Glossier samples at Sephora. Photo courtesy of Jude Heckerman.
Glossier: where beauty meets fun
Jude Heckerman, Guest Writer • April 25, 2024

Picture this: you walk into a Glossier pop-up shop, and it feels like stepping into a dreamy wonderland. Soft pink hues, glowing mirrors, and...

Changing course
Changing course
Antonio Nevarez, Guest Writer • April 18, 2024

When I started my freshman year at Seattle Pacific University in 2022, I thought I had the next four years of my life planned out. With a...

Our Long-legged Friends
Antonette Rice, Guest Writer • April 11, 2024

Most if not all of you have seen what we call a “daddy long legs.” You may have even heard the rumor that they ‘have the most powerful...

Seattle Pacific University ASSP Vice President Elect Callaghan Bluechel speaks during the election forum on Feb. 12, 2024, in Seattle.
Why I’m proud to be a Falcon
Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer • April 11, 2024

Seattle Pacific University is a small university, half-filled with largely apathetic students just looking to get a degree. In other words, it...

Three copies of Mystery Science Theater 3000 are displayed for a photo.
Disasterpieces
April 4, 2024
JPC justice pilgrimage in 2023. Courtesy of JPC
20-year legacy
March 7, 2024
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Seattle Pacific University senior sprinter Charisma Smith crosses the finish line after the 400 at the Doris Heritage on April 5, 2024, in Renton, Wash. Smith ran a PR in the 200 this past weekend at the CWU invite.
Women’s team finishes strong
Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor • April 23, 2024

After a long weekend in California, the Seattle Pacific University’s track and field teams traveled to Central Washington University to compete...

Seattle Pacific Mens soccer midfielder Jack Goode controls the ball during a spring game against the University of Washington on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Seattle.
Academic, athletic accolades
Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor • April 23, 2024

Sixteen student athletes from Seattle Pacific University were featured in the 2023-24 National Collegiate Athletics Association’s Division...

Seattle Pacific University lead athletic trainer Jason Durocher works on an athlete in the training room on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in Seattle.
Recovery and rehabilitation
Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor • April 23, 2024

Whether at Seattle Pacific University or anywhere else, a huge piece of the student athlete experience is staying consistent and healthy. An...

Womens Rowing assistant coach Kenzie Waltar looks on on a launch during the Falcon Regatta on March 23, 2024, in Seattle.
Faith in rousing waters
Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor • April 16, 2024

SPU’s athletics department maintains a substantial presence of faith in their coaches and athletes alike, and in September of 2023, SPU...

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SPU So you think you can dance Event April 20th, 2024
Ante Up spices it up
Trayton Pike, Features Editor • April 26, 2024

After months of preparation leading to one moment, Seattle Pacific University’s dance group brought their all.  On Saturday, April...

“Skin made of nylons and sewing thread by Macs Herdrich.
Capstone moment
Josephine Araya, Staff Writer • April 26, 2024

Graduation is fast approaching for the Seattle Pacific University class of 2024. Although tensions are high, students begin to mark their final...

Sasquatch Sunset: exploration of filmmaking horizons
Emma Mathews, Film Columnist • April 26, 2024

★★★☆☆ (3 Stars) In some of the most scenic landscapes deep in the Northern Californian forest, drenched in beautiful golden tones...

A poster for “Do Not Expect Much from the End of the World” is displayed in a theater.
“Don’t Expect Too Much from the End of the World” and other neglected promises
Emma Mathews, Film Columnist • April 19, 2024

★★★★☆ (Four stars) The film industry, by nature, is exploitative. Its foundation is built on– and is still stable today–...

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