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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
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
The Digital Divide
October 3, 2024
Gurv Basra poses for a portrait while listening to music on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, in Seattle.
Music, my personal guardian
June 6, 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
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Rio Giancarlo

Rio Giancarlo, Editor-in-Chief

Rio is a senior visual communication major with a minor in journalism. After serving two years as the photo editor Rio was hired as editor-in-chief for his final year with The Falcon. An accomplished photojournalist Rio was accepted into the Eddie Adams XXXVII and does freelance photography for Getty Images, the AP, and other local outlets.  In his free time you can find him skiing, or wishing he was skiing. 

All content by Rio Giancarlo
Seattle Pacific University Filipino American Student Association president Ray Razon poses for a portrait on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, in Seattle.

[Photo] Diversifying campus life through community leadership

Nantida Songkham, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024
Seattle Pacific University guard Hailey Marlow (12) reacts after making a play during the second half of a GNAC basketball game against Northwest Nazarene University on Feb. 3, 2024, in Seattle.

[Photo] Once a Falcon, always a Falcon

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024
Esther Smith speaks during an election forum in Demaray Hall at Seattle Pacific University on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024. Smith was elected as the next ASSP president on Feb. 14, 2024.

[Photo] Smith takes up ASSP “conch”

Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor
February 29, 2024
Seattle Pacific University President Dr. Deana Porterfield smiles after her inauguration ceremony at the First Free Methodist Church on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024, in Seattle.

[Photo] God is doing a new thing

Belle Privitera and Ella Beth Sessions
February 29, 2024
Seattle Pacific University guard Hailey Marlow (12) high-fives her teammates as she is introduced ahead of her Senior night game against Western Washington University on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024.

[Photo] Vying for top six

Uriah Aguon and Sports Editor
February 28, 2024
Seattle Pacific University distance runner Annika Esvelt sprints to the finish line at the end of her 5,000 meter heat at The Dempsey Indoor track on Feb. 9, 2024, in Seattle.

[Photo] Women’s team dominate at indoor GNAC

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
February 28, 2024
Attendees embrace as Rae Perez (center) dress the group during a teach in outside of Office of the President on the second floor of Demaray Hall on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, in Seattle.

[Photo] From sitting in to standing up

Belle Privitera, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
Communication Professor Dr. William Purcell receives a cross of ashes on his forehead during an Ash Wednesday Service in Upper Gwinn on Feb. 14, 2024, in Seattle.

[Photo] Ashed foreheads, purple banners

Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor
February 21, 2024
Seattle Pacific University women's rowing head coach Caitlin McClain poses for a portrait in the shell house on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, in Seattle.

[Photo] Rowing through waters of life

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
February 20, 2024
Seattle Pacific University distance runner Vanessa Aniteye makes her way around the course at Fort Steilacoom Park in Lakewood, Wash., on Sept. 3, 2022.

[Photo] Aniteye nominated for Seattle Sports Star of the Year

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
February 20, 2024
Seattle Pacific University senior guard Maui Sze (L) is reflected in the key as he moves the ball upcourt during the first half of a GNAC basketball game on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, in Seattle. Sze ended the game with seven points, three away from 1,000 total in his collegiate career, and would eventually hit the mark on Saturday against Western Oregon.

[Photo] Two losses, one win for SPU basketball

Uriah Aguon, News Editor
February 20, 2024
Naomi Kim (left), Callaghan Bluechel (center) and Esther Smith (right) take questions during the ASSP election forum held in Demaray Hall on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024, in Seattle. Kim and Smith are running for ASSP President, while Bluechel runs unopposed for Vice President.

[Photo] Be my election valentine?

Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor
February 14, 2024
Annika Esvelt makes her way to the finish line during the 5000 meter race at Husky Classic on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, in Seattle. Esvelt ran a time of 16:31.43 just shy of her personal best but good for eleventh in all of division two this year.

[Photo] Falcons fly through another week

Callaghan Bluechel and Uriah Aguon
February 13, 2024
Seattle Pacific University setter Avery Veenendall (L) and Seattle Pacific University opposite Coco Barnett (R) pose for a photo on media day, Aug. 18, 2023, in Seattle.

[Photo] Dynamic bonds, competitive spirits

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
February 13, 2024
From left to right Seattle Pacific University forward Nikias Schoenerstedt (33), Seattle Pacific University center James Agany (12) and Seattle Pacific University forward Trace Evans (14) pose for a photo on media day, Sept. 28, 2023, in Seattle.

[Photo] Global hooping

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
February 13, 2024
Tucker Goodman (not pictured) runs through stage lighting cues before dress rehearsal on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024 in Seattle.

[Photo] Stage curtain opens on full moon

Nantida Songkham, Staff Writer
February 9, 2024
Guest artist Daniel Chang poses for a portrait in his instillation “I walk walking to the corner I walked” at the Seattle Pacific Art Center Gallery on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, in Seattle. “The hope is that the show statement points to questions that linger in the minds of everyone that comes to see it,” Chang said when asked what he hopes the lasting effect of the instillation would be.

Walk through SPAC with Daniel Chang

Rio Giancarlo, Photo Editor
February 7, 2024
Nik Reierson looks on as the mens soccer team warms up ahead of their game against Athletic Bilbao C at Lezama on Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023, in Bilbao, Spain.

[Photo] Who we remember

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
January 30, 2024
Seattle Pacific University women’s basketball head coach Mike Simonson watches his players run the court during practice on Monday, Jan. 29, 2024, in Seattle.

[Photo] Eight-year-long haul

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
January 30, 2024
The electrical box across the street from the SIFF Cinerama displays the theaters famous chocolate popcorn on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, in Seattle.

[Photo] Cinerama reopens as SIFF Cinema Downtown

Emma Mathews, Event Coordinator
January 26, 2024
A spider crawls in a corner of a room on Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023.

[Photo] Our tiny neighbors

Antonette Rice, Guest Writer
January 25, 2024
Freshman Shailey Makahanaloa Valoroso cuts participates in a collaging activity during at Library Fest in Ames Library on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023.

[Photo] If can, can!

Shailey Makahanaloa Valoroso, Guest Writer
January 25, 2024
Seattle Pacific University senior and Lazy Cow Bakery employee Rae Perez poses for a portrait at Lazy Cow Bakery on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2023, in Seattle.

[Photo] Ins and outs of Fremont small-business scene

Belle Privitera, Staff Writer
January 24, 2024
Seattle Pacific University Sophomore Adam Haagenson hits a drive on the 12th tee at West Seattle Golf course on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, in Seattle. A home course has yet to be chosen for the Womens golf team which is set to tee off in the fall of 2024.

[Photo] Women’s golf coming soon

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
January 23, 2024
Sophomore rower Raquel Wesley listens to coach Caitlin McClain give final instruction to the team before racing at the American Lake Fall Classic on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023, in Lakewood, Washington.

[Photo] New year, new me

Trayton Pike, Features Editor
January 19, 2024
MODE officers (from left to right) Lupe Esscobedo, Jennifer Le, Jady Alonso, MacKenzie Swenson, Stephanie Menegon and Katie Taggart address club members at the first meeting of the quarter on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, in Seattle.

[Photo] MODE steps beyond fashion in new year

Trayton Pike, Features Editor
January 19, 2024
Families of the 2024 incoming class sit at the new student convocation in Tiffany Loop on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023 in Seattle. The incoming class was forty-two percent first generation.

[Photo] “The questions you have are important”

Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor
January 17, 2024
The Seattle Sounders supporters section unveils a tifo before 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

Callaghan Bluechel, staff writer
March 7, 2023
Seattle Pacific University Freshman Mens Basketball player David Zachman reacts to a three point shot made by a teammate during the second half of an NCAA basketball game against Western Washington on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2023, in Seattle.

[Photo] Community, commitment, change

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
January 16, 2024
Senior runner Evan Carpenter crosses the finish line at the UW Preview on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2023, in Seattle.

[Photo] Weighted shoulders, full plates

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
January 16, 2024
Students work in Ames Library on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2023, in Seattle.

[Photo] Another quarter in the bag

Belle Privitera, Staff Writer
January 10, 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.

[Photo] SPU seems quiet after years of protest: why?

Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor
January 10, 2024
James Agony (right) celebrates a three-point bucket scored by a teammate during the second half of a basketball game between Seattle Pacific University and Douglas College on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023, in Seattle. SPU defeated Douglas college 114-53.

[Photo] Those who help

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
January 9, 2024
Junior pole vaulter Emily Thomason poses for a portrait during the Seattle Pacific University Track and Field media day in Seattle, Thursday, Sept. 9, 2023.

[Photo] Thomason trains for track

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
January 9, 2024
Seattle Police Department vehicles are parked Nickerson Street as SPD responded to an armed robbery at the Shell gas station across from he art center on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2023. The robbery occurred around 5:20 p.m. before the robbers fled away from the Seattle Pacific University campus.

[Photo] Shell Station loses cash register to burglars

Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor
January 8, 2024
The Seattle Kraken team store prepares to open ahead of their game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, in Seattle.

[Photo] SPUdents on ice

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
December 12, 2023
FILE - Players make their way over the Seattle Pacific University Athletics logo during a basketball game on Nov. 18, 2023 in Seattle.

[Photo] Volleyball endings, basketball beginnings

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
December 8, 2023
Freshman Chase Nelson heads back into Arnett to retrieve the last of his belongings as he prepares to head home for the holidays on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, in Seattle.

[Photo] Dorm closures displace students

Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor
November 21, 2023
The early morning sun hits Arnett Hall on Monday morning, Nov. 20, 2023, in Seattle.

Cars sit out front of Ashton Hall on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, in Seattle.

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

[Photo] First hearing for Seattle Pacific University V. Bob Ferguson

Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor
November 17, 2023
Members of the Snoqualmie Tribe perform a prayer of blessing at the friendship bench dedication ceremony behind Alexander and Adelaide Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023, in Seattle. The bench will serve as a reminder to honor and maintain the 50-year legacy of friendship that Professor Tollefson fostered with the Coast Salish and Alaskan tribes and to continue to cultivate true friendships with indigenous neighbors on this land.

[Photo] Friendship’s place to sit

Belle Privitera, Staff Writer
November 15, 2023
Families move in to Hill Hall on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023, in Seattle. Under the new schedule, new students will move into the dorms during the last week of September, extending summer break by three weeks, adding a Thanksgiving break, and shortening winter break significantly.

Schedule shift sucks

Rio Giancarlo, Photo Editor
November 9, 2023
Jalá Harper (left) greets incoming students on move in day on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023 in Seattle.

[Photo] SPU winter break defrosting back to original schedule

Belle Privitera, Staff Writer
November 8, 2023
Seattle Pacific University junior Annika Esvelt makes her way around the two kilometer loop at the Emerald City Open on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, at Woodland Park in Seattle.

[Photo] Finishing strong, getting back up

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
November 7, 2023
Cut outs of different Saints sit in front of Alexander and Adelaide Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023 in Seattle.

[Photo] $125k gifted to University Ministries

Belle Privitera, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023
Students Participate in a Genetics lab in Eaton Hall led by Dr. Tracie Delgado on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2023 in Seattle. FILE PHOTO

[Photo] College continues after COVID-19

Mikaela Buckley, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023
Seattle Pacific University Womens Basketball center Schuyler Berry, right, goes up for a block on Forward Olivia Mayer, left, during practice on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023 in Seattle. File photo.

[Photo] Tough start to long road

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
October 31, 2023
Washington Huskies wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk (2) is defended by Arizona State Sun Devils defensive back Demetries Ford (4) as a pass from Washington Huskies quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) falls incomplete during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023, in Seattle. Washington won 15-7.

[Photo] Falcons to Dawgs

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
October 24, 2023
From left to right, Take Evans, Owen Moriarty, Jonas La Tour, Kyle Luttinen and Julian Mora huddle during a scrimmage against Bellevue College Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, in Seattle.

[Photo] Early season start

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
October 24, 2023
Professor Donna Isobel demonstrates a ballet technique during class in Royal Brougham Pavilion on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, in Seattle. Introduction to Ballet, taught by Professor Donna Isobel, is offered in the autumn and spring quarter and meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30-10:20 a.m.

[Photo] Beauty of ballet

Maya Ewing, Staff Writer
October 20, 2023
Fans stand for the The Star Spangled Banner before a volleyball match between the Central Washington Wildcats and the Seattle Pacific Falcons on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 in Seattle.

[Photo] Moving on from COVID culture

David Armour, Perspectives Editor
October 19, 2023
ASSP President Rayna Martin adresses senate members during ASSP Senate on Monday, Oct. 17, 2023 in the Ames Library.

[Photo] Working across university senate lines

Belle Privitera, Staff Writer
October 18, 2023
Janet Hauck (standing) facilitates an activity in the library classroom during library fest on Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023. The activity introduced students to the library databases so they can preform through research.

[Photo] ChatGPT at college questioned

Ella Beth Sessions, News Editor
October 18, 2023
OL Reign forward Megan Rapinoe (15) salutes the fans as she exits the pitch for one last time during the NWSL regular season at Lumen Field on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023, in Seattle. The OL Reign and Washington Spirit played to a scoreless draw in Rapinoe's last regular season home game before her retirement at the end of the season.

[Photo] Great player, great legacy

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
October 17, 2023
Assistant coach Luke Sandblom poses for a portrait during the Seattle Pacific Mens Soccer media day on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023.

[Photo] New coaches thrive

Sam Soltani, Staff Writer
October 17, 2023
Callaghan Buechel sits at a poker table at the spring First Friday Casino Night on Friday, March 31, 2023.

[Photo] Why I am not shy

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
September 21, 2023
Cameron Yriondo (center) waits for a pass during a training session at Interbay Stadium in Seattle, Wash., on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Starting with the reserves, Yriondo was able to work his way into the main squad scoring a goal against Olytown and playing a key role during the title run.

[Photo] Summer champions

Callaghan Bluechel, Staff Writer
September 19, 2023
Aubrey Rhoadarmer poses for a portrait with a Redbull on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023.

[Photo] Getting my wings

Aubrey Rhoadarmer, Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2023
Seattle Pacific University midfielder Brady Fendrich (23) celebrates with forward Luis Zazueta (15) after scoring to against Antiguoko KE during the first half of a pre season soccer match on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2023, in San Sebastian, Spain. Seattle Pacific University won 2-0.

Falcons in Spain

Rio Giancarlo, Photo Editor
September 13, 2023
The new Seattle Pacific University Cross Country head coach Eric Hansen addresses his team on Wallace Field during their first practice of the 2023 Season on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023.

[Photo] Falcon athletics welcomes new staff

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
September 13, 2023
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