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A flag in a window on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023.
End of the rainbow
September 27, 2023
Seattle Pacific University communications professor William Purcell holds up his hand to show support for his students during a demonstration on Monday, Sept. 12, 2022, in Seattle.
SPU cuts programs, faculty cuts ties
September 27, 2023
A student is helped by a FedEx worker in the new Seattle Pacific University Mailroom on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023. The mailroom was moved into, and combined with, the bookstore for the 2023 school year.
Inside SPU’s Store
September 27, 2023
A Seattle City Light worker heads back to his truck after working to get power back to Otto Miller and Royal Brougham Pavilion on Monday morning, Sept. 25, 2023. Due to the power outage classes in the two buildings were moved for the day.
Power lost to Otto Miller, Royal Brougham
September 25, 2023
Dr. Tom gives advice to the 2024 senior cohort on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023. Dr. Tom was recently announced as recently named as the new director of the honors program.
Tom to take helm
September 20, 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
Dr. Kevin Neuhouser washes the foot of Julia Flores during a foot washing ceremony at a day of silence demonstration outside of Demeray Hall on Friday, April 14, 2023.
National Day of Silence – anything but silent
April 14, 2023
Washington State Judge Andrea Darvas sits in court during the February 16th hearing of the lawsuit against the Seattle Pacific University Board of Trustees at the King County Superior Courthouse in Seattle, Washington.
Lawsuit against Seattle Pacific University to continue
April 6, 2023
Isabel Bartosh, Lou Bridges, Rebecca Cavanaugh and Marisa Silva present in upper Gwinn at Seattle Pacific University on March 1, 2023.
Remembering forgotten history
March 8, 2023
Students working early Friday morning in Dr. Cens 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
Many cruise ships dock in and make their way through the Puget Sound. Cruises are a popular vacation option for travelers. (Megan Siemering)
COVID fatigue eases as spring blossoms
May 25, 2022
Gum Nau (left) and Brandon Lewis (right) fly across the finish line of the inflatable obstacle course at Second Saturday on Wallace Field on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
Second Saturday starts school year strong
September 29, 2023
Seattle Pacific University communications professor William Purcell holds up his hand to show support for his students during a demonstration on Monday, Sept. 12, 2022, in Seattle.
SPU cuts programs, faculty cuts ties
September 27, 2023
A student is helped by a FedEx worker in the new Seattle Pacific University Mailroom on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023. The mailroom was moved into, and combined with, the bookstore for the 2023 school year.
Inside SPU’s Store
September 27, 2023
Students mingle in Martin Square during Involve-O-Rama on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2022. (Courtesy of Marco Gutierrez)
Go for it!
September 22, 2023
A student gets help at the SPU Bookstore in Seattle, Wash., on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2023. The bookstore is undergoing changes, shifting towards operating mostly online
Textbook turbulence
September 22, 2023
Students check out the shapadooah merch table on Thursday, May 25, 2023.
Shenanigans at Shapadooah
June 2, 2023
SPU students plant seeds in Weter Hall during the Earth Day Celebration hosted by Upperclass & Commuter Ministries and the Sustainability Club on Thursday, April 20, 2023.
Sustainability on campus
May 26, 2023
Professor Snedker teaching a 9 am Prisons and Corrections class in Demeray Hall.
Vocational journeys
May 26, 2023
Jacob Jarrett break dances in the middle of a dance circle during All Hall Ball at the Fremont Foundry in Seattle, Wash., on Friday, May 12, 2023.
Gracefully gliding across dance floors
May 19, 2023
Luau guests compete in a hands-free donut eating contest at Royal Brougham Pavilion on Saturday, May 13, 2023.
Ka wā ho’olilo
May 19, 2023
Retreat Cafes 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
(From Left to Right) Mario (Chris Pratt), Princess Peach (Anya Taylor Joy), and Toad (Keegan- Michael Key in Nintendo and Illuminations The Super Mario Bros. Movie, directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic courtesy of Nintendo; Illumination Entertainment & Universal Pictures.
How super is ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’?
April 21, 2023
Florence Pugh as Allison and Morgan Freeman as Daniel in A Good Person courtesy of Melissa Osuna
Addiction, personal growth and the Florence Pugh frown
April 7, 2023
Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller and Bella Ramsey as Ellie Williams in The Last of Us courtesy of HBOMax
To love is to lose
April 7, 2023
Kiersey Clemons and Alison Brie star in Somebody I Used to Know.
Untraditional happily ever afters
February 17, 2023
Puss in Boots the Last Wish premiered on December 21st, 2022.
Our favorite fearless hero
January 27, 2023
Professor Snedker teaching a 9 am Prisons and Corrections class in Demeray Hall.
Vocational journeys
May 26, 2023
Ava Van Jensons 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
Callaghan Buechel sits at a poker table at the spring First Friday Casino Night on Friday, March 31, 2023.
Why I am not shy
September 21, 2023
Aubrey Rhoadarmer poses for a portrait with a Redbull on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023.
Getting my wings
September 20, 2023
Sydney Lorton (bottom center) poses for a photo with her campers and the Whidbey Island Fire Department on Whidbey Island on Saturday, July 29, 2023. (Courtesy of Sydney Lorton)
Endurance to elation
September 13, 2023
Kyle Morrison sits in the Falcon House reading one of the Falcons print editions.
A goodbye
June 8, 2023
Moyer Hall is a dorm building that sits in the middle of campus near Tiffany Loop. The building has been mostly out of use since the covid pandemic, with Ashton closing down two out of five dorms will go unused next year.
Room for improvement
June 1, 2023
The 1993 Seattle Pacific Mens soccer team posses for a photo after receiving their championship rings at halftime during Legacy night on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in Seattle.
History of success
September 26, 2023
Ballard FC midfielder Danny Robles (26) battles for the ball with Lane United forward Tadhg Walsh (11) during the first half of a USL2 soccer game in Seattle, Wash., on Friday, May 26, 2023. Ballard FC won 3-0.
Summer champions
September 19, 2023
Seattle Pacific University senior Brennan LeBlanc talks with his teammates ahead of the PLU Invitational 8k race in Tacoma, Wash., on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Falcons finished 5th overall and second out of the Division 2 competition.
Maximum team effort
September 19, 2023
Seattle Pacific University Forward Sophie Beadle (12) jumps on teammate Midfielder Chloe Gellhaus (8) after Gellhaus scored during the second half of a NCAA D2 soccer match on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 in Seattle. SPU won 3-2.
Back in maroon
September 13, 2023
Sydney Phluhacek poses for a photo during Seattle Pacific University Womens soccer media day on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023.
Falcon athletics welcomes new staff
September 13, 2023
Vanessa Aniteye crosses the finish line in a D2 leading 800 meter time of 2:08.74 at the UW invite on Jan. 27. 2023. That time would improve to 2:06.84 at the National Championships to win Aniteye a national title in the 800m.
A fairy tale ending
March 16, 2023
Solo shot of Taylor for her freshman year on the cheer team. (Courtesy of Taylor Hiroyasu)
Expanding experiences
April 26, 2022
Meghans rowing headshot for her freshman year on the team. (Courtesy of Meghan Rustemeyer)
Becoming new athlete, learning from best
April 26, 2022
Vanessa Aniteye posing for her Seattle Pacific track and field press day photos. (Courtesy of Vanessa Aniteye)
Racing rebirth
March 29, 2022
Cookie Yitbarek and fellow SPU cheer teammate Brielle Baker. (Courtesy of Cookie Yitbarek)
Channeling emotion
March 8, 2022
Successful six
Successful six
May 31, 2022
The SPU Varsity Eight loads the boat at a previous event. (Rio Giancarlo)
Soaring across Sarasota waters
May 31, 2022
Jenna Bouyer competing in a past GNAC competition earlier this month. (Courtesy of Kyle Cajero)
Racing to be crowned
May 24, 2022
The SPU varsity 8+ break from their huddle before carrying their boat to the water. (Rio Giancarlo)
Rowing returns for redemption
May 24, 2022
The SPU Varsity Eight, comprised of senior Jennifer Hoag, junior Macie Leach, junior Jacinta Grandel, sophomore Natalie Korolenko, senior Danielle Johnson, junior Kalais Samuelson, sophomore Hannah Miller, and senior LeeAnn Arrington launches before the Cascade Cup last week. (Rio Giancarlo)
Rowing cruises to second place in GNAC
May 17, 2022
A flag in a window on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023.
End of the rainbow
September 27, 2023
Episode 1 - RA Interview
Episode 1 – RA Interview
September 18, 2023
SPUs Season Recap with The Falcon
SPU’s Season Recap with The Falcon
September 14, 2023
Dr. Porterfield: Women lead differently than men... Im going to lead differently.
Dr. Porterfield: “Women lead differently than men… I’m going to lead differently.”
September 13, 2023
Episode 28
Episode 28
May 29, 2023
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
Episode 1 - RA Interview
Episode 1 – RA Interview
September 18, 2023
Episode 28
Episode 28
May 29, 2023
Episode 27
Episode 27
May 22, 2023
Episode 26
Episode 26
May 16, 2023
Episode 25
Episode 25
May 8, 2023
SPUs 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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The Falcons first team during the Windermere Cup Regatta where they beat the University of Washingtons second team.

[Photo] A final look back

June 3, 2021
David Njeri, pictured competing in tripe jump at meet on May 7th.

[Photo] Conference championship obtained, NCAA’s on horizon

May 19, 2021
Senior Jose Benavides maneuvers past Western Washington forward Eric Bunnell.

[Photo] Seattle Pacific soccer ends eventful seasons on right track

May 19, 2021
Erin Gould encourages fellow outside Lindsey Rosenthal during a match on May 8th.

[Photo] Springing back into fall season

May 19, 2021
Redshirt freshmen outside hitter Lindsay Rosenthal serves during Saturdays game.

[Photo] SPU track athletes finish season strong before GNAC Championships

May 11, 2021
Womens Rowing crosses the finish line on Saturday morning.

[Photo] Rowing leads the pack

May 4, 2021
Players on the court cheer after a massive play (front to back, Maddie Batiste, Lindsay Lambert, Lindsay Rosenthal, Ashley Antoniak, Paige Dawson).

[Photo] Volleyball takes down Vikings for the first time since 2013

April 27, 2021
Defender Mariah Alexander brings the ball up the field.

[Photo] Women’s soccer shutout streak ends

April 27, 2021
Forward Lauren Forster dribbles the ball past Western Oregon Wolves forward Maddy Topaum.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer dominates, nets Neder player of the week

April 20, 2021
Junior computer science major Zachary Himes works at the CIS help desk, which has been tackling recent network outages.

[Photo] Wireless network upgrades necessary after firewall crash

April 14, 2021
Tyler Speer effortlessly juggles the ball for over 30 seconds

[Photo] Speer’s two goals lead Falcons past Lutes

April 6, 2021
man stands on field at a college track

[Photo] Continuing journey by teaching others

March 9, 2021
Michael Chew, UMin Coordinator for Immersive Community Engagement, looks at the owner of Bells Cookies as they talk about his experience growing up in Colombia.

[Photo] Sweet greetings

March 5, 2021
Basketball player dunks ball

[Photo] Taking down tough competition

March 4, 2021
Male athlete runs while pulling a weighted sled

[Photo] The Championship is back on

March 2, 2021
Senior Sharif Khan on the stairs prior to the teams walk through at Royal Brougham before the Central Washington game last Saturday.

[Photo] Excerpt of Spencer Vigil’s “Courage of Conviction”

February 20, 2021
Mehdi El Mardi looks to pass during a January game.

[Photo] Journeying from Morocco, returning to Washington

February 16, 2021
David Njeri practices form as he attacks his 4th hurdle in a drill.

[Photo] Ready to compete

February 9, 2021
Divante Moffitt, number 13, drives for a lay-up as Jake Medjo blocks the Lewis-Clark defender.

[Photo] Ending week with win

February 2, 2021
Divante Moffit and Chris Penner face off during a fall quarter practice.

[Photo] Tipping off following lengthy break

January 12, 2021
STUB provides students with snacks during their movie viewing. Graduate student Christie Pak hands food to Adam Karlek, and Luke Hannen patiently waits in line.

[Photo] Hope on the horizon

November 19, 2020
On-campus athletes are moving from Ashton and Hill into Emerson and Arnett as a preventive measure against COVID spread in anticipation of a winter spike.

[Photo] Relocating athletes

November 17, 2020
Zack Paulson, sophmore guard, practices one on one against freshman Chris Penner. Basketball games will resume for a shorted season in January.

[Photo] College basketball to return for 2021

November 17, 2020
Before COVID-19, Ashton residents could use the kitchen area to hangout and study. Hallmates could store their snacks in the fridge or microwave popcorn for a movie night.

[Photo] Housing protocols for end of quarter

November 11, 2020
Redshirted sophomore Kelton Samore practices shots from the three point line.

[Photo] Active games, active mind

November 10, 2020
One of the two Seattle Pacific shells crosses under the Fremont Bridge for the first part of their practice route.

[Photo] Rowing prepares to practice in new ways with new coach

November 10, 2020
Shaw Anderson plays two on two with Kelton Samore on their section of the court.

[Photo] COVID-19 guidelines’ effect on men’s basketball practices

November 10, 2020
Allie Ostrander, Boise State NCAA DI steeplechase legend and now a Brooks Beast training under coach Danny Mackey, counting out splits as runners passes the starting line.

[Photo] Long path to running success

November 3, 2020
SPU Athletic Director Jackson Stava checks in with track coach Lerum during a cross country strength workout on Wallace Field.

[Photo] Seattle Pacific to host championship festival in fall of 2022

October 28, 2020
All Fall Division II sport National Championships will be held in the Greater hosted by Seattle Pacific in the upcoming 2022 Fall Festival.

[Photo] Finding freedom outside the SPU bubble

October 21, 2020
SPU Track and Field Coach Karl Lerum oversees athletes during a practice on Wallace field.

[Photo] Students of SPU: Jungle of Wisdom

October 9, 2020
Alvin Dau, an engineering sophomore and part-time Gwinn worker, serves an allergy-friendly meal to-go during a rainy Saturday dinner.

[Photo] The first debate as viewed by SPU students

October 7, 2020
Gwinn employee serves a small portion of food into the compostable box for students to take to-go.

[Photo] Students call for Gwinn changes, Chef responds

October 7, 2020
a girl runs on the track in the raining

[Photo] Perspectives changed, eyes opened to bigger possibilities

September 29, 2020
David Njeri, a junior nursing student, who is a transferred sprinter/jumper from Wingate University (NC) last season is doing a post-practice glute stretch.

[Photo] Returning to practice together, but apart

September 29, 2020
The seattle skyline over lake union with the grass of gas works park in the foreground.

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Professor Walter introduces the three guest speakers on the topic of what is happening in Hong Kong with China.

[Photo] What’s happening in Hong Kong?

October 30, 2019
A man stands in a stream of bubbles

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A crowd of people dancing

[Photo] A stellar performance amidst a lack of substance

October 9, 2019
Girls in a crowd smile and dance

[Photo] Building bonds before academics

October 9, 2019
Three people throw a frisbee at night

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A man blows bubbles into the air

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a girl covered in bubbles dancing

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a man with a raised fist dancing

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