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Student Financial Services on Thursday, April 11, 2024, in Seattle.
Professors, students take on taxes
April 24, 2024
Judges, students, and competitiors wander through the Social Venture Plan Competition on Thursday, April 18, 2024, in Seattle.
Bringing ideas to life
April 24, 2024
Author David Brooks speaks about his new book at the First Free Methodist Church on Thursday, April 11, 2024, in Seattle. (Courtesy of SPU Communications)
“Our deep gladness is the world’s deep need”
April 17, 2024
FILE-A student is helped by a FedEx worker in the new Seattle Pacific University Mailroom on Sept. 25, 2023. The mailroom was moved into, and combined with, the bookstore for the 2023 school year.
Is Falcon Advantage worth it?
April 17, 2024
FILE- A sign advertising the UCM bible study is displayed outside of the collegium on January 30, 2024, in Seattle.
Navigating commuter life
April 17, 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
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
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. 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
SPU So you think you can dance Event April 20th, 2024
Ante Up spices it up
April 26, 2024
“Skin”- made of nylons and sewing thread by Mac Herdrich (photo curtesy of Josephine Araya)
Capstone moment
April 26, 2024
Sasquatch Sunset: exploration of filmmaking horizons
April 26, 2024
A poster for “Do Not Expect Much from the End of the World” is displayed in a theater.
“Don’t Expect Too Much from the End of the World” and other neglected promises
April 19, 2024
Students work in the collegium on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in Seattle.
Faith-filled campus life
April 19, 2024
Students check out the shapadooah merch table on Thursday, May 25, 2023.
Shenanigans at Shapadooah
June 2, 2023
SPU students plant seeds in Weter Hall during the Earth Day Celebration hosted by Upperclass & Commuter Ministries and the Sustainability Club on Thursday, April 20, 2023.
Sustainability on campus
May 26, 2023
Professor Snedker teaching a 9 am Prisons and Corrections class in Demeray Hall.
Vocational journeys
May 26, 2023
Jacob Jarrett break dances in the middle of a dance circle during All Hall Ball at the Fremont Foundry in Seattle, Wash., on Friday, May 12, 2023.
Gracefully gliding across dance floors
May 19, 2023
Luau guests compete in a hands-free donut eating contest at Royal Brougham Pavilion on Saturday, May 13, 2023.
Ka wā ho’olilo
May 19, 2023
Retreat Cafes activated charcoal latte and Mayan bowl. (Gabrialla Cockerell)
Relaxed approach to mindful eating
May 4, 2022
Memos Mexican Restaurant, located in the University District, is a late night fast-food joint that offers a variety of burritos, tacos and other Mexican eats for a great price. (Gabrialla Cockerell)
Tacos for two
March 4, 2022
With a variety of creative tacos, including various vegan options, there is something for everyone at El Borracho. (Taylor VanLanduyt)
Plant-based flavor town
February 24, 2022
Tea Republik has a wide array of tea and pastry options for customers. (Taylor VanLanduyt)
More options than milk or sugar
February 18, 2022
Melanie Martinez performing on stage as her new character during the song Battle of the Larynx.
Stepping through ‘Portals’ to new eras
June 19, 2023
Do the write thing
Do the write thing
June 2, 2023
Miguel Castellano on the floor, then L to R: Calder Shilling, Claire Marx, Kelly Karcher, and Tyler Matthew Campbell in Jeeves Takes a Bow at Taproot Theatre. Photo by Robert Wade. Miguel Castellano on the floor, then L to R: Calder Shilling, Claire Marx, Kelly Karcher, and Tyler Matthew Campbell in Jeeves Takes a Bow at Taproot Theatre.
Standing ovation for ‘Jeeves Takes a Bow’
June 2, 2023
Wednesday preforms at Neumos for a 21+ only concert.
Let us in!
May 26, 2023
People gather at Gas Works Park to enjoy the sun on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.
Adventure on every avenue
May 10, 2023
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
TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET as Willy Wonka in Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures’ “WONKA,” a Warner Bros. Pictures release. (PRESS KIT)
Mostly pure imagination
January 12, 2024
Nicolas Cage re-establishes his talent in “Dream Scenario”
Nicolas Cage re-establishes his talent in “Dream Scenario”
January 5, 2024
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
Glossier samples at Sephora. Photo courtesy of Jude Heckerman.
Glossier: where beauty meets fun
April 25, 2024
Changing course
Changing course
April 18, 2024
Our Long-legged Friends
April 11, 2024
Seattle Pacific University ASSP Vice President Elect Callaghan Bluechel speaks during the election forum on Feb. 12, 2024, in Seattle.
Why I’m proud to be a Falcon
April 11, 2024
Three copies of Mystery Science Theater 3000 are displayed for a photo.
Disasterpieces
April 4, 2024
Seattle Pacific University senior sprinter Charisma Smith crosses the finish line after the 400 at the Doris Heritage on April 5, 2024, in Renton, Wash. Smith ran a PR in the 200 this past weekend at the CWU invite.
Women’s team finishes strong
April 23, 2024
Seattle Pacific Mens soccer midfielder Jack Goode controls the ball during a spring game against the University of Washington on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Seattle.
Academic, athletic accolades
April 23, 2024
Seattle Pacific University lead athletic trainer Jason Durocher works on an athlete in the training room on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in Seattle.
Recovery and rehabilitation
April 23, 2024
Womens Rowing assistant coach Kenzie Waltar looks on on a launch during the Falcon Regatta on March 23, 2024, in Seattle.
Faith in rousing waters
April 16, 2024
Seattle Pacific University sophomore Maya Ewing pushes out strong at the beginning of her 1500m race getting her a time of 4:49.14 at the Bryan Clay Invitational Apr 11-13, 2024 in Azuza, Cal.
Track and field run parallel meets in California
April 16, 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
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
Seattle Pacific University senior sprinter Charisma Smith crosses the finish line after the 400 at the Doris Heritage on April 5, 2024, in Renton, Wash. Smith ran a PR in the 200 this past weekend at the CWU invite.
Women’s team finishes strong
April 23, 2024
Seattle Pacific University sophomore Maya Ewing pushes out strong at the beginning of her 1500m race getting her a time of 4:49.14 at the Bryan Clay Invitational Apr 11-13, 2024 in Azuza, Cal.
Track and field run parallel meets in California
April 16, 2024
The Seattle Pacific University open 4+ makes their way out on to Lake Union ahead of the start of their flight two race at the Falcon Regatta on Saturday, Mar. 23, 2024, in Seattle.
Rowing pilots through Vancouver
April 9, 2024
Sophomore coxswain Lexi Roybal leads sophomore Gem Gatmaytan and the rest of the Seattle Pacific University Varsity 8+ back to the shell house after competing in the first flight of the Falcon Regatta on Saturday, Mar. 23, 2024, in Seattle.
Track runs through California, rowing hosts top schools
April 2, 2024
Seattle Pacific University forward Shaw Anderson (24) takes a shot over a Montana State University Billings player during the first half of a GNAC basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, in Seattle
Anderson breaks record, Mayer doubles up on double-doubles
March 5, 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
Meet SPUdent Derek Braun
Meet SPUdent Derek Braun
January 5, 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
Seattles hidden gems
Seattle’s hidden gems
November 13, 2023
Rediscovering your roots after 18 years
Rediscovering your roots after 18 years
November 8, 2023
SPUs Season Recap with The Falcon
SPU’s Season Recap with The Falcon
September 14, 2023
Guantanamo Bay Exhibit - Opening Night
Guantanamo Bay Exhibit – Opening Night
November 21, 2022
Campus tradition returns: All Hall Ball is back
Campus tradition returns: All Hall Ball is back
May 24, 2022
Making the Mind Edition
Making the Mind Edition
May 8, 2022
A Day in the Life of a Student Athlete
A Day in the Life of a Student Athlete
April 25, 2022
Angela Ide has been the Opinions editor for The Falcon for the past year.
Farewell to The Falcon
March 11, 2021
Illustration by Mickey Flores-Nieves
Closeted life causing mental health concerns
February 25, 2021
Using the past, rewriting the future.
Excerpt of Spencer Vigil’s “Courage of Conviction”
February 20, 2021
Illustration by Gabrialla Cockerell
“Bimbo” is back
February 11, 2021
Illustration by Micky Flores-Nieves
Addressing the forgotten third-party
February 4, 2021
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The Falcon
Uriah Aguon

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor

Uriah is a junior English: Creative Writing major. He has been with the Falcon since his freshman year, starting as a features writer, and is now the sports editor. Uriah hopes to remain on the Falcon staff throughout his time at SPU and continue writing in journalism following graduation.

All content by Uriah Aguon
Seattle Pacific University senior sprinter Charisma Smith crosses the finish line after the 400 at the Doris Heritage on April 5, 2024, in Renton, Wash. Smith ran a PR in the 200 this past weekend at the CWU invite.

Women’s team finishes strong

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
April 23, 2024
Seattle Pacific Mens soccer midfielder Jack Goode controls the ball during a spring game against the University of Washington on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Seattle.

Academic, athletic accolades

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
April 23, 2024
Seattle Pacific University lead athletic trainer Jason Durocher works on an athlete in the training room on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in Seattle.

Recovery and rehabilitation

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
April 23, 2024
Womens Rowing assistant coach Kenzie Waltar looks on on a launch during the Falcon Regatta on March 23, 2024, in Seattle.

Faith in rousing waters

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
April 16, 2024
FILE - Players make their way over the Seattle Pacific University Athletics logo during a basketball game on Nov. 18, 2023 in Seattle. During the 2023-2024 college basketball season the Dartmouth mens basketball team unionized paving the way for others to do the same if they wanted to.

New, increasingly large frontier in college sports

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
April 9, 2024
The Seattle Pacific University open 4+ makes their way out on to Lake Union ahead of the start of their flight two race at the Falcon Regatta on Saturday, Mar. 23, 2024, in Seattle.

Rowing pilots through Vancouver

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
April 9, 2024
The Seattle Pacific University open 8+ competes in the American Lake Fall Classic on Oct. 8, 2023, in Lakewood. The women’s rowing team opens their spring season back at American Lake for the American Lake Sprints on Saturday, Mar. 9, 2024.

Budding season of athletics

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
March 5, 2024
Seattle Pacific University women’s golf head coach Tyler Copp poses for a portrait on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, in Seattle.

Copp plants tee at SPU

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
March 5, 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

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
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.

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.

Women’s team dominate at indoor GNAC

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
February 28, 2024

Power transfer, renewal, refocus

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
February 22, 2024
Seattle Pacific University womens rowing head coach Caitlin McClain poses for a portrait in the shell house on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, in Seattle.

Rowing through waters of life

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
February 20, 2024
the NWSL quarterfinal match between the OL Reign and Angel City FC at Lumen Field on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023 in Seattle.

Two losses, one win for SPU basketball

Uriah Aguon, News Editor
February 20, 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.

Dynamic bonds, competitive spirits

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
February 13, 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.

Falcons fly through another week

Callaghan Bluechel and Uriah Aguon
February 13, 2024
climate Illustration by Mia Eshima

Reducing our footprint

Mila Artzi, Uriah Aguon, Estefania Vazquez Lemus, and Chris Alcaide
February 8, 2024
Seattle Pacific University forward Shaw Anderson (24) drives to the basket for a lay up during the second half of a GNAC basketball game against Northwest Nazarene on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, in Seattle.

Basketball pulls quadruple win

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
February 6, 2024
Illustration by Rio Giancarlo

Films for motivation, representation, perseverance

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
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

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
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.

Eight-year-long haul

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
January 30, 2024

Talking track and field

The Falcon x KSPU and Uriah Aguon
January 23, 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.

Women’s golf coming soon

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
January 23, 2024
Senior runner Evan Carpenter crosses the finish line at the UW Preview on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2023, in Seattle.

Weighted shoulders, full plates

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
January 16, 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.

Those who help

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
January 9, 2024
Seattle Pacific sophomore Brady Boun warms up with a practice jump before competing in Spokane Invitational on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023.

Training apart for winter break

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
December 23, 2023
FILE - Players make their way over the Seattle Pacific University Athletics logo during a basketball game on Nov. 18, 2023 in Seattle.

Volleyball endings, basketball beginnings

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
December 8, 2023

Progress in preparation

The Falcon x KSPU, Uriah Aguon, and Callaghan Bluechel
November 21, 2023
Illustration by Uriah Ugon

Inconsistent power-ups

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
November 16, 2023

Building connections through sports

The Falcon x KSPU, Uriah Aguon, and Callaghan Bluechel
November 14, 2023
Sophomore guard Owen Moriarty (1) goes for a layup while defended by Nikias Schoenerstedt (33) and Jonas La Tour (left) during practice on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023, in Seattle.

Looking ahead, braving challenges

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
November 14, 2023

A great finale to a great season

The Falcon x KSPU, Uriah Aguon, and Callaghan Bluechel
November 7, 2023

Limiting sports budget

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
November 7, 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.

Finishing strong, getting back up

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
November 7, 2023

Support and adjustment

The Falcon x KSPU and Uriah Aguon
October 31, 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.

Tough start to long road

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
October 31, 2023
The Seattle Pacific University Womens soccer team poses for a photo during their annual Halloween costume practice on Monday, Oct. 31, 2022, in Seattle. (Photo courtesy of Sophie Beedle)

Holiday season relieves sports of stresses

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
October 31, 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.

Early season start

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
October 24, 2023
Falcons gather together before their first launch of the morning.

When the spring season starts

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
October 17, 2023
Riley Suomi drives past Ethan Ortega during an intramural soccer game on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2023.

Intramurals lift off

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
October 10, 2023
Seattle Pacific University senior Brennan LeBlanc talks with his teammates ahead of the PLU Invitational 8k race in Tacoma, Wash., on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Falcons finished 5th overall and second out of the Division 2 competition.

Maximum team effort

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
September 19, 2023
Sydney Phluhacek poses for a photo during Seattle Pacific University Womens soccer media day on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023.

Falcon athletics welcomes new staff

Uriah Aguon, Sports Editor
September 13, 2023
The Seattle Storm scrimmage during practice on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. The Storm train in Royal Brougham Pavilion. The Storms lease of the lower gym will soon end as their new practice facility nears completion.

Storm with rough start to learn from

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
May 30, 2023
David Njeri lands in the pit during the triple jump at the Husky Invite in Seattle, Washington on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023.

Falcons finish 6th on men’s, women’s side at GNAC champs

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
May 16, 2023
Andrew Tran (right) talks with SPU men’s soccer head coach Kevin Sakuda (left) before a soccer game at Seattle University on Wednesday, April 5, 2023.

What makes sports adventurous

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
May 10, 2023
Jared Hubbell runs with the ball during a rugby match.

Rugby continuing to grow

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
May 2, 2023
The Seattle Seawolves prepare for a Ruck during a rugby game Tukwilla, Washington.

The Seawolves hunt for a third title

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
May 2, 2023
SPU Cross Country Head Coach Chris Reed speaks with his team after the Puget Sound Invitational in Seattle on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2023.

Departing after a decade

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
April 18, 2023
The Seattle Kraken skate to congratulate Seattle Kraken goaltender Philipp Grubauer (31) after an NHL hockey game Thursday, April 6, 2023, in Seattle. The Kraken won 4-2 clinching a playoff spot for the first time in franchise history.

Coming back with a clinch

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
April 11, 2023
Dogs play on a soccer field at Cal Anderson Park. April 3rd, 2023.

Students spring for outdoor sports in new quarter

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
April 4, 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

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
March 16, 2023
From left to right Makenna Jacklin, Natalie Hoff, Chiara De Virgilio and Ashley Alter pose for a photo on senior night at Royal Brougham Pavilion on Feb. 25, 2023, in Seattle, Wash.

Women’s basketball breaking top six

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
February 28, 2023
Photo courtesy of Mahad Abdulqadir

Double life

Uriah Aguon and Mahad Abdulqadir
February 23, 2023
Former athletic director Jackson Stava, right, congratulates senior Alden Massey, left, on senior day. Without the help of the university president SPU is unable to fill the position on a full time basis.

Murky future for SPU athletics leadership

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
February 21, 2023
Shaw Anderson and Zak Paulsen low-five during their game against Simon Fraser at Royal Brougham Pavilion on Feb. 4, 2023 in Seattle, Wash.

Thriving together on and off court

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
February 14, 2023
SPU student Adam Haagenson lines up his driver behind the ball before teeing off during a round at West Seattle Golf Course in Seattle, Wash. on Jan. 27, 2023.

Waiting another year to putt

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
January 31, 2023
Junior Cox Lucy Sandahl steadies the boat before launch. The rowing team often launches at the canal before dark, prompting concerns about safety.

Safety going forward

Uriah Aguon and Callaghan Bluechel
January 24, 2023
Seattle Pacific forward Shaw Anderson (24) lays the ball past Western Oregon defenders during Great Northwest Athletic Conference game between the Seattle Pacific Falcons and the Western Oregon Wolves at Royal Brougham Pavilion in Seattle, Wash. on Jan. 12, 2022.. Seattle Pacific defeated Western Oregon 87-79.

A millennium in points

Uriah Aguon and Dante Buell
January 17, 2023
xFormer SPU athletic director Jackson Stava (center) hands coach Grant Leep the game ball from his 100th win at the helm of the SPU mens basketball team as Zack Paulsen (right) looks on.

What they left behind

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
January 10, 2023
Jackson Stava and Shelby Stuve converse after the volleyball senecio r day ceremony at Royal Braughamn Pavilion on Nov. 12, 2022.

Seattle’s loss is California’s gain

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
November 15, 2022
Illustration by Rio Giancarlo

Seattle Pacific sports coming up to par

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
November 8, 2022
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Red wings can fly

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
November 1, 2022
Illustration by Mia Eshima

If you start it, they will play

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
October 25, 2022
x

A place students need

Uriah Aguon, staff writer
October 18, 2022
Christian Bond smiles for the camera as he makes his way to Interbay Stadium for a womens soccer game in early September.

Forging new bonds

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
October 11, 2022
Junior defender Donovahn Allen (4) celebrates with teammate Cade Cooke (5) after scoring a header against Western Oregon at Interbay Stadium in Seattle, Wash., on Sept. 22, 2022.

Making the goal

Uriah Aguon and Callaghan Bluechel
September 27, 2022
Successful six

Successful six

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
May 31, 2022
The SPU Varsity Eight loads the boat at a previous event. (Rio Giancarlo)

Soaring across Sarasota waters

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
May 31, 2022
Jenna Bouyer competing in a past GNAC competition earlier this month. (Courtesy of Kyle Cajero)

Racing to be crowned

Uriah Aguon and Isabella Tranello
May 24, 2022
The SPU varsity 8+ break from their huddle before carrying their boat to the water. (Rio Giancarlo)

Rowing returns for redemption

Uriah Aguon and Isabella Tranello
May 24, 2022
Illustration by Shianne Heeraman

The heart of all sports

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
May 17, 2022
Jason Rhine, SPUs new womens volleyball coach, previously coached at Colorado Christian University in Lakewood, Colorado. (Rio Giancarlo)

Twelve-year climb

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
May 10, 2022
Johnny Lo controls a ball during warm ups. (Rio Giancarlo)

Mind or matter?

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
May 4, 2022
Meghans rowing headshot for her freshman year on the team. (Courtesy of Meghan Rustemeyer)

Becoming new athlete, learning from best

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
April 26, 2022
Senior forward Natalie Hoff gathers for a pass against Alaska Anchorage. (Rio Giancarlo)

Post-season losses minimized by all-conference acclaim

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
March 8, 2022
When not devoting his time to track and school work, Gabriel loves music and enjoys playing guitar in his free time. (Courtesy of Gabriel Endresen)

More than athletes

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
March 1, 2022
Illustration by Vy Khanh Vu

Shining green of Guam

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
February 24, 2022
At one of their previous games, senior guard Kaprice Boston passes the ball to the corner. (Rio Giancarlo)

Women’s basketball suffers string of losses

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
February 8, 2022
Sophomore sprints runner Evan Carpenter warms up for the 400 at the University of Washington indoor preview. (Rio Giancarlo)

Archer leads track meet of new records

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
January 18, 2022
Heroes among us

Heroes among us

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
November 19, 2021
Illustration by Emma Najarian

Following footprints

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
November 4, 2021
Urban Involvement site leader Jordan Mielbrecht and two volunteers prepare dinner plates. (Courtesy of Jordan Mielbrecht)

Good samaritans of Seattle

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
October 8, 2021
Students line up for various concessions and attractions at Seattle Pacific Universitys first First Friday event of the year. This event is a campus tradition that happens at the beginning of every quarter. (Devin Murray)

Step right up!

Uriah Aguon, Staff Writer
September 24, 2021
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