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A Coca-Cola employee and a Gwinn employee set up the new soft drink fountain in Gwinn Commons on Nov. 7, 2024.
Switching Beverages
November 15, 2024
A sign guides voters to the ballot drop box outside the Seattle Pacific University Bookstore on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, in Seattle.
Photo gallery: Election Day 2024
November 5, 2024
SPU Vice President for Academic Affairs Kathy Lustyk poses in her office located in Demaray Hall.
Learning about Dr. Kathleen Lustyk
October 30, 2024
Photo Courtesy Tori McArthur
Camp Casey sold to YMCA of Snohomish
October 25, 2024
Orange barriers mark the site of continuing construction on the north side of Ashton Hall.
More Ashton Hall upgrades
October 23, 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
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
Coming together through culture
November 8, 2024
Technical Director Gideon Priest races to the finish in last year's buggy
Falcon Racing’s new plan to overtake the competition
November 5, 2024
Coby, the namesake of Coby's Dog Cafe, poses next to his pint-sized espresso machine in the cafe's dog lounge on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, in Seattle.
Seattle’s Newest Pawsitive Vibe
November 1, 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
(Last?) Lū-au
May 17, 2024
Students check out the shapadooah merch table on Thursday, May 25, 2023.
Shenanigans at Shapadooah
June 2, 2023
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
Man doing tattoo
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 "P Diddy" Combs
Sean Combs sparking new conversation about years-old debate
October 24, 2024
Vice presidential candidates J. P Vance and Tim Waltz shaking hands before their debate Tuesday, Oct. 1.
A stark contrast in professionalism.
October 17, 2024
Second year Layne Kearns guards the ball against University of Tampa at the D22CA Canadian Tip-Off Classic from Nov. 1-3, 2024 in Langley, BC. (Courtesy of SPU Athletics)
Seattle Pacific women’s basketball loses twice in California
November 12, 2024
Senior Annika Esvelt participates at the 2024 GNAC XC Championships on Oct. 26, 2024 at Sudden Valley Golf Course in Bellingham, WA. (Courtesy of SPU Athletics)
Esvelt shows out
November 12, 2024
Fifth year Allison Wilks (3) prepares to spike the ball against Western Washington University on Nov. 9, 2024 in Seattle. (Courtesy of SPU Athletics)
Another split weekend for women’s volleyball
November 12, 2024
Senior Raymundo Mendez (9) during a match against Simon Frasier University on Nov. 2, 2024 in Seattle.
One week before finale
November 12, 2024
SPU Junior Trace Evans (14) trucks through against Cal Poly Broncos to make a layup on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2024, In Seattle.
Still much to learn
November 12, 2024
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
Meghan's 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
Second year Layne Kearns guards the ball against University of Tampa at the D22CA Canadian Tip-Off Classic from Nov. 1-3, 2024 in Langley, BC. (Courtesy of SPU Athletics)
Seattle Pacific women’s basketball loses twice in California
November 12, 2024
Senior Annika Esvelt participates at the 2024 GNAC XC Championships on Oct. 26, 2024 at Sudden Valley Golf Course in Bellingham, WA. (Courtesy of SPU Athletics)
Esvelt shows out
November 12, 2024
Fifth year Allison Wilks (3) prepares to spike the ball against Western Washington University on Nov. 9, 2024 in Seattle. (Courtesy of SPU Athletics)
Another split weekend for women’s volleyball
November 12, 2024
Senior Raymundo Mendez (9) during a match against Simon Frasier University on Nov. 2, 2024 in Seattle.
One week before finale
November 12, 2024
SPU Junior Trace Evans (14) trucks through against Cal Poly Broncos to make a layup on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2024, In Seattle.
Still much to learn
November 12, 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
Seattle Pacific University's Student Newspaper

The Falcon
Seattle Pacific University's Student Newspaper

The Falcon

Julia Battishill, News Editor

All content by Julia Battishill

Grading options expanded in face of COVID-19

Julia Battishill, News Editor
June 10, 2020
an empty lab at a university

Residency at home

Julia Battishill, News Editor
June 10, 2020
a building with a clock tower

Students demand anti-racist action

Julia Herman and Julia Battishill
June 6, 2020
protestors hold up signs at a rally

When peaceful protests become violent, SPU students’ perspective

Julia Herman and Julia Battishill
June 4, 2020

Classes to be conducted in hybrid format Fall quarter

Julia Herman and Julia Battishill
May 29, 2020

Crime 05/20

Julia Battishill
May 20, 2020

Crime report 05/05

Julia Battishill, News Editor
May 6, 2020

Crime 04/28

Julia Battishill, News Editor
April 29, 2020
SPU Spring Quarter classes to be held remotely

SPU Spring Quarter classes to be held remotely

Julia Battishill, News Editor
March 12, 2020
Due to spread of COVID-19, classes will be held online at SPU

Due to spread of COVID-19, classes will be held online at SPU

Julia Battishill, News Editor
March 6, 2020

Reaction and preparation

Julia Battishill, news editor
March 4, 2020

Crime 03/04

Julia Battishill, news editor
March 4, 2020
protestors wave flags and demand the release of 3 million uyghurs from detention camps in china

Fighting for awareness

Julia Battishill, News Editor
March 4, 2020

Crime Report 02/26

Julia Battishill, News Editor
February 26, 2020

ASSP Candidates Announced

Julia Battishill, News Editor
February 26, 2020
a headshot of a woman

New provost appointed

Julia Battishill, News Edtitor
February 26, 2020
the side of a dormitory building

Something in the air

Julia Battishill and Kyle Morrison
February 12, 2020

Revisiting signature event guidelines

Julia Battishill, News Editor
February 12, 2020

Crime Report 2/12

Julia Battishill, News Editor
February 12, 2020

Crime 02/05

Julia Battishill, News Editor
February 5, 2020
a man cuts through a tree with a chainsaw

Fallen elm affects commuters

Julia Battishill and Blake Dahlin
February 5, 2020

Senators amend PICCA, Ohana event funding

Julia Battishill, News Editor
February 5, 2020
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.

Tree damages roof, windows of SUB collegium

Julia Battishill, News Editor
February 1, 2020
Members of P.I.C.C.A and Ohana clubs line the walls of the Ames Seminar room to advocate for increased funding for Island fest.

PICCA, Ohana combined event approved

Julia Battishill, News Editor
January 30, 2020

Crime Report 01/28

Julia Battishill, news editor
January 30, 2020
A wheelchair lift next to a set of stairs

Exploring campus accessibility options

Julia Battishill, News Editor
January 30, 2020
a man smiles while standing behind a podium

Mixing lament and celebration

Julia Battishill, News Editor
January 22, 2020
Faith & Science 1, the only co-taught class in the new Honors Curriculum, meets in the UScholars Lounge in Weter 201 on Thursday, Jan. 9.

New honors program: modern, diverse

Julia Battishill and Julia Herman
January 15, 2020

Crime Report 01/15

Julia Battishill, News Editor
January 15, 2020
A man lights a match and burns a scrap of paper that reads "Dear Sandy Claus"

Modern Christmas grows from commercial iconography

Julia Battishill, News Editor
December 4, 2019
Eldon and Reya Moore prepare fig and ginger truffles at the SPU Community Kitchen on Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Food insecurity hits close to home

Julia Battishill and Alayna Strabley
November 21, 2019
two women dance in lu'au clothing

Allocation decisions made

Julia Battishill, News Editor
November 21, 2019

Crime 11/19

Julia Battishill, news editor
November 21, 2019
Honoring all service

Honoring all service

Julia Battishill, News Editor
November 14, 2019

Crime 11/12

Julia Battishill, News Editor
November 13, 2019
crime 11/06

crime 11/06

Julia Battishill, News Editor
November 6, 2019

Financial guidelines established

Julia Battishill, News Editor
November 6, 2019
An infographic showing SPU buget statistics. Over 85 percent of the budget comes from tuition. How the budget is spent: 60% goes to faculty and staff, 20% to 25% goes to campus buildings and 15% goes to discretionary funding. SPU gives nearly half of tuition back to students in financial aid.

Dropping enrollment, increased retention

Julia Battishill and Tori McArthur
November 6, 2019
A man looks ahead

Finding ways forward

Julia Battishill, News Editor
November 6, 2019

Differing beliefs, same cause

Julia Battishill, News Editor
November 6, 2019

Crime report 10/29

Julia Battishill, News Editor
October 30, 2019
A poster featuring a Latina woman with black hair and a red flower in her hair. The caption at the bottom of the poster reads "Dream Act Now!"

Making a statement

Julia Battishill, News Editor
October 23, 2019
A colorful plate of food.

Bringing people together through food

Julia Battishill, News Editor
October 23, 2019
Zoe Schurman, age 13, leading a climate strike at Seattle City Hall.

Youth lead charge against climate change

Julia Battishill, News Editor
October 16, 2019
Crime report: 10/15

Crime report: 10/15

Julia Battishill, News Editor
October 16, 2019
ASSP pushes for structural changes

ASSP pushes for structural changes

Julia Battishill, News Editor
October 9, 2019
A woman sitting in a chair smiling

STEM deans

Julia Battishill, News Editor
October 9, 2019

Crime 10/07

Julia Battishill, News Editor
October 9, 2019
SPU President Dan Martin encourages the audience regarding the future of SPU as he makes the closing remarks of his State of the University address. Blake Dahlin | The Falcon

Dan Martin announces decrease in enrollment at State of University Address

Julia Battishill, News Editor
October 2, 2019

Crime Report

Julia Battishill, News Editor
September 27, 2019
Guiding SPU leaders towards better listening

Guiding SPU leaders towards better listening

Julia Battishill, News Editor
September 27, 2019
Searching to enhance SPU

Searching to enhance SPU

Julia Battishill, News Editor
September 27, 2019
Students serve themselves nachos before the panel. Thurston Johnson | The Falcon

Connecting history and today’s news

Julia Battishill
May 22, 2019
Ben Hansen | The Falcon |

Guiding with truth, bravery

Julia Battishill
May 15, 2019
Dr. Maybell has received his P.H.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from La Jolla University. Maileca Gontinas | The Falcon

Legacy of support, care

Julia Battishill
May 15, 2019
Dr. Segall is awarded the professor of the year award. Max Briggs | The Falcon

Honoring service of professors

Julia Battishill
May 15, 2019
Professor Doug Thorpe presents during the Ivy Honorary Lecture. Max Briggs | The Falcon

Expressing passions in last lectures

Julia Battishill
May 8, 2019
Okomoto-Lane describes the significance behind the "Windsock Visitation" print hanging in her office. Saya Meza | The Falcon

Helping generations of students

Julia Battishill
May 1, 2019
Voices of Autism event provides resources

Voices of Autism event provides resources

Julia Battishill
May 1, 2019
Sarah Wong was a first year studying at Seattle Pacific University. Photo Courtesy of the Wong Family

Memories full of joy, passion

Julia Battishill
May 1, 2019
Crane crash tragically kills student

Crane crash tragically kills student

Julia Battishill
April 29, 2019
Dr. Frank Spina teaches Old Testament theology. Max Briggs | The Falcon

Spina’s unlikely journey to 46 years at SPU

Julia Battishill
April 24, 2019
Professor Jeffrey Overstreet leads a film blog. Max Briggs | The Falcon

Building stage for SPU film conversation

Julia Battishill
April 24, 2019
KSPU is one of the many leadership opportunities that students can participate in at SPU. Heidi Speck | The Falcon

Explaining decreased leadership involvement

Julia Battishill
April 10, 2019
Reminiscing on musical passion

Reminiscing on musical passion

Julia Battishill
April 3, 2019
Expressing gratitude to students

Expressing gratitude to students

Julia Battishill
April 3, 2019
Tuition prices at Seattle Pacific University have risen once again. Max Briggs | The Falcon

Tuition on rise once more

Julia Battishill
April 3, 2019
ASSP Candidates

ASSP Candidates

Julia Battishill
March 6, 2019

ASSP candidates present platforms

Julia Battishill
March 6, 2019
Candidate disqualified

Candidate disqualified

Julia Battishill
March 6, 2019
Professor Thorpe is the head of Lingua, who specializes in romanticism, American ethnic literature, and world literature. Devin Martino-Atsatt | The Falcon

Reflecting on a meaningful career

Julia Battishill
February 20, 2019
Professor Roe teaches his class about newborns, while demonstrating how to properly hold a human baby. Photo Courtesy of Professor Michael Roe

Following a passion for learning

Julia Battishill
February 20, 2019
The Seattle Pacific University sign still shines bright through the snow at night. Marissa Lordahl | The Falcon

‘Snowmageddon’ continues in Seattle

Julia Battishill
February 13, 2019
Gas Works was covered in snow on Monday, February 4. Marissa Lordahl | The Falcon

Weather causes closure

Julia Battishill
February 6, 2019

Exploring overseas options

Julia Battishill
January 30, 2019
Rev. Dr. Kelle Brown gives a sermon in Seattle Pacific’s First Free Methodist Church, celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Alison Meharg | The Falcon

Honoring King’s legacy

Julia Battishill
January 23, 2019

Engaging new communities

Julia Battishill
January 9, 2019
The Women's March is one great example of how art is used for political movements. Ben Hansen | The Falcon

Students speak on art’s political impact

Julia Battishill
November 28, 2018

Honoring veterans of all backgrounds

Julia Battishill
November 14, 2018
Heidi Speck | The Falcon

Fire engulfs warehouses

Julia Battishill
November 14, 2018

Students respond to midterms

Julia Battishill
November 14, 2018

SMC Event Encourages Hope

Julia Battishill
November 7, 2018
Courtesy of The Christian Daily Journal

Late pastor leaves legacy

Julia Battishill
October 31, 2018

Senate Social seeks student understanding, involvement

Julia Battishill
October 24, 2018
Christopher Hendrickson | The Falcon | Drew Cortez presents his VPIA candidate speech during ASSP Candidate forum

VPIA Vacancy

Julia Battishill
October 17, 2018

President talks changes

Julia Battishill
October 3, 2018

Capturing campus attention

Julia Battishill
October 3, 2018

Moving on to Christ College

Julia Battishill
May 30, 2018
Ben Hansen | The Falcon | Dr. Thorpe educates those in the room the history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict before screening "In an Image."

Spreading awareness of Palestinian conflict

Julia Battishill
May 16, 2018

Discussing importance of fathers

Julia Battishill
May 2, 2018

Making a change: women empowering women

Julia Battishill
April 27, 2018

Exploring similarities, differences between cultures

Julia Battishill
April 18, 2018

Model UN club

Julia Battishill
March 7, 2018

Setting marriage up on a Christian pedestal

Julia Battishill
February 28, 2018

Intertwining creativity, taste, art

Julia Battishill
February 21, 2018

Learning Middle Eastern culture

Julia Battishill
February 7, 2018

Fighting to stay awake

Julia Battishill
January 31, 2018

Social Venture Contest Inspires Change

Julia Battishill
November 15, 2017

WorldCOMP gives thanks

Julia Battishill
November 8, 2017
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