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Interim President Pete Menjares shares a laugh with UniversityPresident-elect Deana Porterfield at her announcement ceremony on Monday, Jan. 26, 2023.
Interim President Menjares recommends 40% faculty cuts
June 5, 2023
A sign detailing information about the Honors Research Symposium is shown in the Otto Miller Hall Lobby on Saturday, May 20, 2023.
3rd annual Honors Research Symposium
May 31, 2023
A student scrolls through their phone as they eat breakfast in the Gwinn Dinning Hall.
Oven pops in Gwinn
May 31, 2023
Provost Laura Hartley of Seattle Pacific University.
Provost Hartley fired by Interim President Menjares, no cause announced
May 25, 2023
A student walks to Hill Hall on Monday, May 15, 2023. Hill is currently second year dorm but will house first years next year as the second year area gets reduced to one building.
On-campus housing elusive for upperclassmen
May 24, 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
A computer with the zoom meeting broadcasting the Guillot et al. v. Whitehead et al. hearing is set on a chair in the hallway outside the courtroom at the King County Courthouse in Seattle, Wash., Friday, Feb. 17, 2023. The courtroom reached capacity before the start of the hearing and the remaining attendees were forced to tune in from the hallway.
No decision yet on motion to dismiss
February 17, 2023
Attorney Paul Southick addresses protesters in Martin Square at Seattle Pacific University in Seattle, Wash., Monday, Sept. 12, 2022.
First Guillot v. Whitehead hearing draws near
February 15, 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
Do the write thing
Do the write thing
June 2, 2023
Students check out the shapadooah merch table on Thursday, May 25, 2023.
Shenanigans at Shapadooah
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
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
Wednesday preforms at Neumos for a 21+ only concert.
Let us in!
May 26, 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
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
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
(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
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
Rio Giancarlo poses for a photo after an OL Reign game in 2022.
You do belong
May 25, 2023
Colenes story
Colene’s story
May 18, 2023
Summer Frank (front in blue) on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic.
Reaffirming dreams
May 10, 2023
The SPU V8+ charges to the finish line during the opening day regatta in Seattle, Wash., on Saturday, May 6, 2023.
SPU women’s rowing finishes third at NCAAs
May 30, 2023
The Seattle Storm scrimmage during practice on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. The Storm train in Royal Brougham Pavilion.
Storm with rough start to learn from
May 30, 2023
One of the Mariners promotional nights is Bark at the Park, where dogs are allowed in to the stadium and are even allowed to walk the bases after the game.
Mariners bringing in college crowd
May 30, 2023
Seattle Pacific alumni Turner Wiley (now running for Club Northwest) crosses the finish line at the Dempsy Indoor facility during a track and field meet on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023.
Keep the Fire Burning
May 23, 2023
Anna Cauchy (70) of the Seattle Tempest makes a pass during an ultimate frisbee game in Seattle, Washington on Saturday, May 6, 2023.
Miles Mashouf: Who are the Seattle Tempest?
May 23, 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
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
Episode 24
Episode 24
May 1, 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 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
Episode 24
Episode 24
May 1, 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
The Falcon staff bakes Oreo truffles for Easter
The Falcon staff bakes Oreo truffles for Easter
April 17, 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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Sophomore viscom major Rio Giancarlo plans to try and capitalize on his love for skiing by working at the local ski resort back home over break.

Rio Giancarlo, Chief Photographer

Rio is a sophomore visual communication major with a minor in photography. Rio manages a team of photographers and illustrators to supply content for the greater SPU media groups. Before he took his current position he worked as a staff photographer, mostly covering sports. When not working for The Falcon he works for the SPU athletic department and as a freelance photographer. In his free time you can find him skiing, or wishing he was skiing. 

All content by Rio Giancarlo
Rio Giancarlo poses for a photo after an OL Reign game in 2022.

You do belong

Rio Giancarlo, Chief Photographer
May 25, 2023
Easy Street Records founder Matt Vaughan hands out t-shirts to customers waiting in line on Record Store Day, Saturday, April 22, 2023.

[Photo] Celebrating record stores’ biggest day

April 28, 2023
SPU Womens Rowing head coach Caitlin McClain smiles after confirming a time during the Falcon Regatta on the ship canal on Saturday, April 1, 2023.

[Photo] A great coach is just a great coach

April 25, 2023
Solomon Wiltrell practices getting out of the blocks on Friday, March 17, 2023, the day before his first race back after being stabbed.

[Photo] Attitude of resilience

April 25, 2023
Colorado Rockies right fielder Kris Bryant (23) rounds third after hitting a solo home run during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Colorado Rockies left fielder Jurickson Profar (29) heads to the dugout after warm-ups ahead of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (3) throws to first during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) makes a throw to first during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners left fielder Jarred Kelenic (10) hits a 2 run home run to center during the second inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners left fielder Jarred Kelenic (10) celebrates with Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France (23) after hitting a home run during the second inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners left fielder Jarred Kelenic (10) fields a ball during the fourth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Tommy Milone (53) pitches during the third inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez (44) runs to first after hitting a ball to center field during the fourth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez (44) slides in to second base after hitting a RBI double during the fourth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France (23) hits a two RBI double during the fourth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (3) high fives Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez (44) in the dugout during the fourth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Austin Gomber (26) throws a pitch during the fourth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28), Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France (23) and Seattle Mariners first base coach Kristopher Negrón (45) meet at first base during a pitching change during a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Colorado Rockies designated hitter Charlie Blackmon (19) singles toto right field during the sixth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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From right to left Seattle Mariners catcher Tom Murphy (23), Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Trevor Gott (30) and Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France (23) gather at the mound during a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Matt Brash (47) warms up before the ninth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Colorado Rockies first baseman C.J. Cron (25) stares out onto the diamond during a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford (3) swings at the ball during the sixth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Paul Sewald (37) is checked for foreign substances before the ninth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

[Photo] Ballpark falcons

April 18, 2023
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Paul Sewald (37) throws a pitch during the ninth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) and Seattle Mariners first baseman Ty France (23) high five after a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Fans reach through the foul ball netting offering baseballs and cards for Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez (44) to sign ahead of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Young fans open a gap in the foul ball netting and to try and get a signature from Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez (44) ahead of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners right fielder Teoscar Hernandez (35) steps into the on deck circle ahead of his at bet during the third inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners right fielder Teoscar Hernandez (35) grabs spray adhesive for his bat during the third inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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Seattle Mariners third base coach Manny Acta (14) watches the infield during the eighth inning of a baseball game Friday, April 14, 2023, in Seattle. The Mariners won 5-3.

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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.

[Photo] National Day of Silence - anything but silent

April 14, 2023
Students check in during orientation on September 9, 2023.

[Photo] Changes to orientation planning in motion

April 12, 2023
Trace Evens (14) joined the falcons through the transfer portal earlier this year.

[Photo] College sports’ free agency

April 11, 2023
Arizona Coyotes center Travis Boyd (72) passes the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game between Seattle Kraken and the Arizona Coyotes on Thursday, April 6, 2023, in Seattle. The Kraken won 4-2 clinching a playoff spot for the first time in franchise history.

[Photo] Coming back with a clinch

April 11, 2023
Reyna Martin, newly elected ASSP president, speaks at a September 11th demonstration in Martin Square protesting the hiring policies of the University.

[Photo] SPU senate election results

April 5, 2023
Sophomore Isiah Archer sprints to the finish en route to setting a new school indoor 400m record at the Dempsy Indoor facility in Seattle, Washington. The 400 is another event that differs from its outdoor counterpart, allowing athletes to collapse into lane one later in the race compared to staying in your lane the whole race outdoors.

[Photo] Two seasons in one

April 4, 2023
Vanessa Aniteye prepares to get onto the bus before the GNAC championships. Aniteye ran 2:08.71 in the 800m to earn the GNAC crown.

[Photo] A fairy tale ending

March 16, 2023
Isabel Bartosh, Lou Bridges, Rebecca Cavanaugh and Marisa Silva present in upper Gwinn at Seattle Pacific University on March 1, 2023.

[Photo] Remembering forgotten history

March 8, 2023
Marqus Cole speaks at Seattle Pacific University on Feb. 28, 2023, in Seattle, Wash.

[Photo] Devastation, hope amidst changing climate

March 8, 2023
Seattle Sounders midfielder Nicolás Lodeiro (10) signs a scarf for a fan after the Major League Soccer match between the Seattle Sounders and the Colorado Rapids at Lumen Field on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023, in Seattle, Washington. The Sounders won 4-0.

[Photo] Tale of two teams

March 7, 2023
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