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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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A couple hold signs while celebrating Biden's victory. As cars passed by they encouraged them to honk in support.

[Photo] Reacting to a Biden victory

Kit Nowicki and Emma Brown
November 11, 2020
Women on the rowing team are limited to rowing with teammates in their four person pods.

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

Gabe Sta Maria and Brandon Bee
November 10, 2020
A face mask hangs from the mirror inside a car.

An observation of now

Marissa Lordahl, Photo Editor
November 6, 2020
Karl Hynden, Dixie Ewell, Audrey Lauer, and Colin Brenchley pose for Stair Shots, Cascades adaption to SPUD Shots, pictures that typically include whole dorm floors.

[Photo] Not SPUD Shots, Stair Shots!

Micah Lim, Staff Reporter
November 6, 2020
A yard sign depicts the choice many progressives have made in this presidential race, settling for Biden while maintaining their preference for another candidate.

[Photo] This is not a democracy

Aubrey Rhoadarmer, Staff Writer
October 28, 2020
The Student Counseling Center is housed in Watson Hall, appointments this quarter are taking place remotely.

[Photo] Counseling center wrestles pandemic challenges

Kyle Morrison, News Editor
October 21, 2020
Seattle Pacific students received SPUAlert notifications by both text and email on Sunday evening warning them to stay clear of a police stakeout at David Rodgers Park; Police apprehended the subject and swept the area.

[Photo] Perspective Piece: Love in mind

Angela Ide, Opinions Editor
October 16, 2020
K'reisa Cox prepares her questions as part of the student panel responding to Andrew Yang's Keynote speech.

[Photo] Students of SPU: Jungle of Wisdom

Hailey Echan, Features Editor
October 9, 2020
Lake Union, a short walk from campus, is a nice access point to the water.

[Photo] Perspective Piece: Why the plunge?

Audrey Lauer, Guest Writer
October 9, 2020
The E.E. Bach mainstage theater will not be home to any productions this fall but the theater department is adapting with a variety of online events including Midsummer Episodic Read, a livestream production of "A Midsummer's Night Dream".

[Photo] New season, new normal?

Keegan Daley, Staff Reporter
October 9, 2020
floors in dorm room soaked following flood

Rainstorm causes flash flood on campus

Kyle Morrison, Kit Nowicki, and Marissa Lordahl
September 25, 2020
Tianna Flores and Maille Duque explore the options at the C store near Martin Square, the main spot on campus for grab and go snacks.

[Photo] Zoomin’ to class

Hailey Echan, Features Editor
September 25, 2020
The bench at Paul Lee's memorial serves as place for students to pause and look over campus.

[Photo] New start, same dreams

Daniel Newman and Sabrina Jiles
September 22, 2020
The side entrance to 6th Ashton warns passersby not enter in light of the new quarantine for 6th East Ashton.

[Photo] First COVID-19 case on campus

Daniel Newman and Julia Herman
September 18, 2020
Heavy smoke has settled over Seattle in the past week, coming in from fires that stretch along the whole West Coast into Canada.

[Photo] Fires spark conversation on campus

Hailey Echan, Features Editor
September 18, 2020
The front of a building with a concrete sign saying Ashton Hall

[Photo] Quarantine on third day of classes

Daniel Newman and Brandon Bee
September 17, 2020
Dan Martin meets students at the welcome dinner for new students on September 10th.

[Photo] Dan Martin on COVID, finances, fall quarter

Kyle Morrison, News Editor
September 16, 2020
The commuter lounge has been closed to students since late January due to serious damage from a large tree falling on the building.

[Photo] SUB construction continues, almost fully open

Kyle Morrison, News Editor
September 16, 2020
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic people have taken to wearing various types of masks from homemade to tradition store bought.

[Photo] Sewing through a pandemic

Daniel Newman, Sports Editor
September 15, 2020
First year students line up for snack break between sessions on the first day of orientation.

Social distancing breaks down during orientation, administration reacts

Kyle Morrison, Julia Herman, and Marissa Lordahl
September 14, 2020
a green map with icons marking student voted favorite spots to eat

[Photo] Bite of Seattle

Hailey Echan, Features Editor
September 9, 2020
two students assemble whale bones

[Photo] Fulfillment of professor’s dream

Hailey Echan, Features Editor
September 9, 2020
Construction of the new arena has included preserving the historic roof

[Photo] New year means new housing decisions

Kyle Morrison, News Editor
September 9, 2020
Demaray Hall with a clock tower at 2:45

[Photo] New provost accepts SPU’s 2020 Challenges

September 9, 2020
track and field with a chain link fence in front of it

[Photo] Fall seasons delayed, athletes adjust

Daniel Newman
September 9, 2020
Construction of the new arena has included preserving the historic roof

[Photo] Seattle gets Kraken on new NHL team

Daniel Newman, Sports Editor
September 9, 2020
a screenshot of a virtual tour of spu

[Photo] Virtual visits

Tori McArthur, Staff Reporter
May 27, 2020
a man jumps and serves in a game of tennis

[Photo] Important practices of staying active while safely fighting cabin fever

Eryn Tan Zhi Ying, Staff Writer
May 13, 2020
Chambers Bay park — while frequently crowded on a sunny day— easily shifts to a calmer atmosphere on an overcast day, patrons have the space to take a moment to themselves and appreciate the silence.

[Photo] Relying on cultural connection in time of separation

Hailey Echan, Staff Reporter
May 14, 2020
Wearing face masks has become a recommended practice for those who choose to go outside. While they do not protect the wearer they can protect those around them.

[Photo] Staying active in isolation

Kyle Morrison, Staff Writer
April 21, 2020
Men from a tree care company dump buckets of branches into a truck

A crane drops large sections of a tree into a stack

an illustration of a person reading a newspaper that reads, "student news!"

[Photo] Building the future of journalism

Julia Herman, Assistant News Editor
January 30, 2020
an illustration of a person passing an identification card to someone else

[Photo] Swiping out hunger

Tori McArthur, Staff Writer
January 30, 2020
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