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Reverend Derrick Harris
December 13, 2024
Reflecting on Tradition
December 13, 2024
Jordan at Senate
Multiple public meetings detail plans for students experiencing cuts to their majors
December 10, 2024
Inaugural Christmas Lighting 
December 4, 2024
President Deana Porterfield presents to Seattle Pacific University staff and faculty on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Seattle.
Fate of programs and faculty jobs uncertain as President Porterfield delivers speech to employees
November 22, 2024
A student grabs a pride scarf during an event on April 14, 2023, in Seattle.
Queer joy at SPU’s [Redacted] Fest
May 29, 2024
Dr. Kevin Neuhouser (left) points in support of a student speaker during a demonstration in Martin Square on Monday, Sept. 12, 2022, in Seattle. The demonstration was an announcement and commemoration of the lawsuit that students, faculty, and staff members brought against the Seattle Pacific University Board of Trustees.
SPU seems quiet after years of protest: why?
January 10, 2024
A pride flag can be seen next to a Seattle Pacific University Banner during a demonstration in Martin Square on Monday, Sept. 12, 2023 in Seattle. FILE PHOTO
First hearing for Seattle Pacific University V. Bob Ferguson
November 17, 2023
A flag in a window on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023.
End of the rainbow
September 27, 2023
End of Guillot v. Whitehead
End of Guillot v. Whitehead
July 31, 2023
Students Participate in a Genetics lab in Eaton Hall led by Dr. Tracie Delgado on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2023 in Seattle. FILE PHOTO
College continues after COVID-19
November 1, 2023
Students working early Friday morning in Dr. Cen's UFDN 1000 class on February 24th, 2023.
Reflecting on classes during COVID
March 1, 2023
Valerie masking as she heads for coffee. With illness on the rise, are more and more people masking again.
Recovery from the pandemic
January 18, 2023
COVID emergency no more
COVID emergency no more
October 26, 2022
A person checks in at the curative testing center at Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, Wash. Sept. 16, 2022.
Coronavirus in the new year
September 21, 2022
Illustration by Ilai Jaervinen
Wicked and I
December 16, 2024
Effie Passero, Tawanda Suessbrich-Joaquim, and Eva Mikhailovna on stage at Benaroya Hall
New hits, classic style
November 22, 2024
Poster courtesy of Elizabeth Lacambra and Jack Wiebe
Capture the flag closing out quarter
November 19, 2024
Doug Bright at his desk
Local journalist runs solo music paper for 43 years
November 15, 2024
Gep Repasky playing guitar on stage
Lunar Vacation brings childhood bond to stage
November 8, 2024
Jordan at Senate
Multiple public meetings detail plans for students experiencing cuts to their majors
December 10, 2024
President Deana Porterfield presents to Seattle Pacific University staff and faculty on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, in Seattle.
Fate of programs and faculty jobs uncertain as President Porterfield delivers speech to employees
November 22, 2024
Senior Justice Dean tosses a volleyball in Royal Brougham Pavilion's lower basketball court.
New look for intramurals
October 15, 2024
KSPU host Hadley Weathers queuing her favorite songs for her weekly segment "Hadley's Hard Day's Morning."
Tune in to be part of the excitement!
October 11, 2024
Lecrae poses for a photo with SPU after commandeering freshman Arishia Eilbeigi's phone.
Lecrae and PEABOD bring exciting performance to SPU
October 11, 2024
Retreat Cafe's activated charcoal latte and Mayan bowl. (Gabrialla Cockerell)
Relaxed approach to mindful eating
May 4, 2022
Memos Mexican Restaurant, located in the University District, is a late night fast-food joint that offers a variety of burritos, tacos and other Mexican eats for a great price. (Gabrialla Cockerell)
Tacos for two
March 4, 2022
With a variety of creative tacos, including various vegan options, there is something for everyone at El Borracho. (Taylor VanLanduyt)
Plant-based flavor town
February 24, 2022
Tea Republik has a wide array of tea and pastry options for customers. (Taylor VanLanduyt)
More options than milk or sugar
February 18, 2022
Melanie Martinez performing on stage as her new character during the song 'Battle of the Larynx.'
Stepping through ‘Portals’ to new eras
June 19, 2023
Do the write thing
Do the write thing
June 2, 2023
Miguel Castellano on the floor, then L to R: Calder Shilling, Claire Marx, Kelly Karcher, and Tyler Matthew Campbell in Jeeves Takes a Bow at Taproot Theatre. Photo by Robert Wade. Miguel Castellano on the floor, then L to R: Calder Shilling, Claire Marx, Kelly Karcher, and Tyler Matthew Campbell in Jeeves Takes a Bow at Taproot Theatre.
Standing ovation for ‘Jeeves Takes a Bow’
June 2, 2023
Wednesday preforms at Neumos for a 21+ only concert.
Let us in!
May 26, 2023
People gather at Gas Works Park to enjoy the sun on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.
Adventure on every avenue
May 10, 2023
‘Folie à Deux’ falls flat
October 18, 2024
'The Primevals,' released 30 years after filming. (courtesy of SIFF)
When a yeti, alien and a grad student walk into a battle arena…
May 24, 2024
The Höss family in their lovingly tended garden nextdoor to Auschwitz in The Zone of Interest.
Happening in your own backyard
February 9, 2024
‘The Holdovers’ is Hollywood holiday magic
January 26, 2024
A large interactive poster advertising the opening night of Mean Girls at Regal Cinemas Meridian on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2023, in Seattle.
Making ‘Mean Girls’ fetch again
January 19, 2024
Professor Snedker teaching a 9 am Prisons and Corrections class in Demeray Hall.
Vocational journeys
May 26, 2023
Ava Van Jenson's promotional image for "Love is Blind" Season Four courtesy of Ava Van Jenson and Netflix.
Former SPU student finds way to reality television on Netflix’s ‘Love is Blind’
May 5, 2023
Candace Vance and Nathan Hedman in Black Coffee.
Accepting God’s call to theatre
February 24, 2023
Jesse Jorgensen
Adjusting to unknown worlds through travel
February 3, 2023
SPU student Cara Hiroyasu displays her jewelry business "All Things Utensils." (Gabrialla Cockerell)
Silverware is a student’s best friend
April 15, 2022
Free to use image from pexels.com
Controversial marketing at 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
November 15, 2024
The right age for tattoos
November 15, 2024
FILE: The campus ballet drop box next to the campus store remained unused on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. Student will be able to vote here during the up coming election.
Whose leadership will we follow?
October 28, 2024
Sean Combs sparking new conversation about years-old debate
October 24, 2024
A stark contrast in professionalism.
October 17, 2024
Men’s basketball suffers fourth straight loss
Men’s basketball suffers fourth straight loss
December 17, 2024
Rising stars
Rising stars
December 17, 2024
Falcons grab third win
Falcons grab third win
December 17, 2024
Slow start to conference play
Slow start to conference play
December 10, 2024
Esvelt leaves another mark on SPU history
Esvelt leaves another mark on SPU history
December 10, 2024
Seattle Pacific Univeristy middle blocker Hannah Hair reacts after getting a kill during a match on September 23, 2023, in Seattle.
Change of a journey
December 3, 2024
Tacoma Defiance goalkeeper Lars Helleren looks on during a training session with the Seattle Sounders on Jan. 19, 2024 at the Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila, Wash. Helleren joined the Sounders organization after a five Seasons with the Falcons, Two with Ballard FC and a stint on Colorado Rapids II.
Pitch professional
May 14, 2024
Siblings Sophie (left) and Lucy (right) Sandahl smile after a race in Lakewood, Wash. on March 4, 2023. Sophie now coaches at the Renton Rowing Center, passing on her passion to the middle schoolers in the program.
Shell sisters
April 30, 2024
Art and basketball
Art and basketball
February 6, 2024
Junior forward Olivia Mayer (21) moves the ball up court against George Fox on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at Royal Brougham Pavilion in Seattle.
Mayer’s successful return to play
January 30, 2024
Men’s basketball suffers fourth straight loss
Men’s basketball suffers fourth straight loss
December 17, 2024
Rising stars
Rising stars
December 17, 2024
Falcons grab third win
Falcons grab third win
December 17, 2024
Slow start to conference play
Slow start to conference play
December 10, 2024
Esvelt leaves another mark on SPU history
Esvelt leaves another mark on SPU history
December 10, 2024
(Last?) Lū-au
May 17, 2024
Courtesy of Seattle Pacific University Disabiliy Support Services
“You don’t notice it till you have to”
March 13, 2024
Seattle Pacific University forward Shaw Anderson (24) lays in the ball past a Northwest Nazarene player during the second half of a GNAC basketball game on Feb. 1, 2024, in Seattle.
Growing together, becoming more
February 29, 2024
Art and basketball
Art and basketball
February 6, 2024
Rae Perez speaks at a demonstration in front of Demaray Hall on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, in Seattle
Flags wave for Gaza at SPU
January 31, 2024
The Welcome Edition
The Welcome Edition
September 22, 2023
The Welcome Edition
The Welcome Edition
September 8, 2022
The Mind Edition
The Mind Edition
May 16, 2022
The Green Edition
The Green Edition
February 24, 2022
The Welcome Edition
The Welcome Edition
September 8, 2021
Naoshi Yonezawa is a third year majoring in Music Therapy
Creating a Home at SPU
March 1, 2024
Comfort and confidence after gender-affirming care
Comfort and confidence after gender-affirming care
November 15, 2023
Building connections through sports
Building connections through sports
November 14, 2023
Seattle's hidden gems
Seattle’s hidden gems
November 13, 2023
Rediscovering your roots after 18 years
Rediscovering your roots after 18 years
November 8, 2023
SPU's Season Recap with The Falcon
SPU’s Season Recap with The Falcon
September 14, 2023
Guantanamo Bay Exhibit - Opening Night
Guantanamo Bay Exhibit – Opening Night
November 21, 2022
Campus tradition returns: All Hall Ball is back
Campus tradition returns: All Hall Ball is back
May 24, 2022
Making the Mind Edition
Making the Mind Edition
May 8, 2022
A Day in the Life of a Student Athlete
A Day in the Life of a Student Athlete
April 25, 2022
Angela Ide has been the Opinions editor for The Falcon for the past year.
Farewell to The Falcon
March 11, 2021
Illustration by Mickey Flores-Nieves
Closeted life causing mental health concerns
February 25, 2021
Using the past, rewriting the future.
Excerpt of Spencer Vigil’s “Courage of Conviction”
February 20, 2021
Illustration by Gabrialla Cockerell
“Bimbo” is back
February 11, 2021
Illustration by Micky Flores-Nieves
Addressing the forgotten third-party
February 4, 2021
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Blake Dahlin, Author

All content by Blake Dahlin
a woman lays on a blanket on a lawn and works on homework

fallen spring flowers on a sidewalk

long grass on a hillside

fallen blossoms on a sidewalk in front of a building.

a photo of long grass

long grass in front of a brick building

[Photo] SPU's grass (and the pandemic) lengthens

May 6, 2020
Three women stand at a distance and celebrate their friends birthday.

A woman sits in a parking lot and opens birthday presents

[Photo] Celebration during crisis

May 8, 2020
A woman smiles as she opens a birthday gift

a woman opens birthday gifts in a parking lot as friends watch from a car

a group of people in a parking lot gather to celebrate a friends birthday

a banner reading "have a dabuolous birthday" is draped across a parked car

a cupcake sits on the roof of a car

a group of people stand at a distance in a parking lot and celebrate their friends birthday

a man leans against a car in a parking lot

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a woman lays in grass and studies

a man catches a frisbee

a man catches a frisbee

a man throws a frisbee

two people playing with a dog

a man swings a stick at a piñata

a dog jumps at a piñata

a dorm building at night

[Photo] Finances during a pandemic

Tori McArthur, Staff Reporter
May 6, 2020
a man stands behind a car with a hand truck

Quiet spring quarter

Blake Dahlin, Photo Editor
April 21, 2020
two women play a game of spikeball

[Photo] Staying active in isolation

Kyle Morrison, Staff Writer
April 21, 2020
A man removes flowers decorating a cross outside of a church

a woman sits at a picnic table and works on a laptop

a sign that reads "welcome to seattle pacific university" with walking tour maps available.

a man stands behind a car with a hand truck

[Photo] Housing guidelines implemented

Julia Herman, Assistant News Editor
April 22, 2020
a man carries belongings to load into a car

Sophmore Haley Ernst moved out of Moyer Hall after SPU moved to online instruction for the spring quarter.

[Photo] Moving out, moving on

Julia Herman, Assistant News Editor
April 15, 2020
two boats row side by side

Practice about to pay off

Blake Dahlin, Photo Editor
March 5, 2020
a man cuts through a tree with a chainsaw

Fallen elm affects commuters

Julia Battishill and Blake Dahlin
February 5, 2020
a worker is seen through a hole in the roof of a building

a man secures a chain around a section of a downed tree

a man secures a chain on a section of fallen tree

A man climbs through branches of a downed tree

Two men stand below a tree and look upward

Three cut up sections of a tree in a stack

A man looks at a tree stump and talks

A crane lifts a large section of a tree

At around 7:50pm on Friday, Jan 31, a tree in Tiffany Loop fell onto the Student Union Building, causing damage to the Collegium and prompting a closure of the building and Tiffany Loop.

[Photo] Tree damages roof, windows of SUB collegium

Julia Battishill, News Editor
February 1, 2020
A building from the remnants of Fort Lawton in Discovery Park.

A woman dribbles a basketball while running

A woman holds a basketball while a defender stands in front of her

A woman shoots a basketball while defenders jump to block the shot

[Photo] A new look for SPU Women’s basketball

November 6, 2019
A woman runs with a basketball

[Photo] Completing transition, building leadership

Sabrina Jiles, Staff Reporter
May 19, 2020
Basketball players wait for the ball to fall from the hoop

A woman jumps for a layup

[Photo] Extending and beginning a winning streak

November 6, 2019
A woman runs with a basketball as a defender jumps in front of her

A group of people dancing

[Photo] Forming traditions at Hallofest

Sam Everitt, Staff Reporter
November 3, 2019
A man smiles during a dance

Three people paint masks and pumpkins

A man makes balloon animals

A man in a mickey mouse costume puts his hands on his head

A man wearing a paer bag that syas "loser" on his head and wearing a "Miami Dolphins" sweater.

Two women dressed as 1880s and 1980s girls pose for a photo

Elizabeth Myers, the Commuter Senator, pictured at Mondays Senate meeting.

[Photo] Financial guidelines established

Julia Battishill, News Editor
November 6, 2019
A man looks ahead

[Photo] Finding ways forward

Julia Battishill, News Editor
November 6, 2019
Erin Gould jumps for a spike against Northwest Nazarene on Thursday Oct. 24th.

The referee calls a point in favor of Northwest Nazarene during SPU's 3-0 victory on Thursday, Oct. 24th.

Gabi Stegemoller spikes the ball against the Northwest Nazarene Nighthawks during a 3-0 SPU victory on Thursday, Oct. 24th.

[Photo] Week of comebacks

October 29, 2019
Delaney Dunham jumps for a spike against Northwest Nazarene.

Northwest Nazarene wait to receive a serve from SPU during SPU's 3-0 win on Thursday, Oct. 24th.

A statue of a man waiting for a train.

[Photo] Editorial Comment

Editorial Board
October 23, 2019
A woman dribbles a soccer ball down a field.

A female soccer player stands above another player on the ground.

Three soccer players in white jerseys run down a field.

Soccer players running down a field.

[Photo] Nearing the end

October 23, 2019
A woman in a red uniform running.

A man behind a podium streches his hands out with a large crowd in front of him.

[Photo] Love and discernment

October 23, 2019
A man behind a podium streches his hands out with a large crowd in front of him.

[Photo] Love and discernment

Alayna Strabley, Staff Reporter
October 23, 2019
A man behind a podium is seen with a large crowd in front of him.

A man behind a podium waves his hands in the air.

A man stands upright and speaks into a microphone

A man behind a podium makes a motion while speaking into a microphone.

A man gestures with his hands while speaking.

A man behind a podium is standing above a crowd of people.

People sitting in a row of chairs look up.

A man standing behind a podium waves his hand in the air.

A man gestures with his hand while standing behind a podium

A wooden sculpture framed in metal is illuminated by a glowing rectangle.

[Photo] Art draws attention to the crisis of homelessness

Mason Williams, Staff Reporter
October 16, 2019
A woman speaks while being silhouetted by a glowing rectangle.

A woman speaks to a group of people within a scupture made of wooden branches.

A woman speaks to another woman beside a sculpture made of wood branches and framed in metal.

A elderly man takes a picture on his phone while inside a scuplture made of wooden branches.

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