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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
Coca Cola and Falcon Express employees prepare for the opening of Falcon Express on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024 in Seattle.
Falcon Express: A neoteric addition to campus life
November 20, 2024
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
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
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
Coming together through culture
November 8, 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
(Last?) Lū-au
May 17, 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
Fifth year Sydney Perry (26) and freshman Eva LaRochelle (3) block the volleyball against Western Washington University on Nov. 9, 2024 in Seattle.
Only one left
November 19, 2024
Seattle Pacific University freshman defender Carter Gay (12) slides across the sideline in celebration after scoring to put his team up 3-1 in the second half against Montana State University Billings on senior night, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Seattle.
Great farewell for men’s soccer seniors
November 19, 2024
Byers’ first win as head coach
November 19, 2024
Seattle Pacific Ashlyn Valdovinos (17) fights for the ball against Simon Fraiser University on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, at Interbay Stadium.
Seattle Pacific falls in semifinals
November 19, 2024
First year Henry Sandberg (20) blocks the ball from Cal State Dominguez Hills on Nov. 14, 2024 in Seattle.
One busy week
November 19, 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
Fifth year Sydney Perry (26) and freshman Eva LaRochelle (3) block the volleyball against Western Washington University on Nov. 9, 2024 in Seattle.
Only one left
November 19, 2024
Seattle Pacific University freshman defender Carter Gay (12) slides across the sideline in celebration after scoring to put his team up 3-1 in the second half against Montana State University Billings on senior night, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Seattle.
Great farewell for men’s soccer seniors
November 19, 2024
Byers’ first win as head coach
November 19, 2024
Seattle Pacific Ashlyn Valdovinos (17) fights for the ball against Simon Fraiser University on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, at Interbay Stadium.
Seattle Pacific falls in semifinals
November 19, 2024
First year Henry Sandberg (20) blocks the ball from Cal State Dominguez Hills on Nov. 14, 2024 in Seattle.
One busy week
November 19, 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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Audrey Oscarson

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor

Audrey is a senior journalism major at SPU. They love to be outdoors and hike, as well as spend time on campus. She started writing in her junior year of high school and hasn’t stopped. After graduation, Audrey plans on traveling and writing about anything and everything.

 

All content by Audrey Oscarson

Interim President Menjares recommends 40% faculty cuts

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
June 5, 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

Ella Beth Sessions and Audrey Oscarson
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

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
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

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
March 8, 2023

Program cuts are not end for students

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
February 22, 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

Ella Beth Sessions, Antonio Nevarez, and Audrey Oscarson
February 17, 2023
Attorney Paul Southick addresses protesters in Martin Square at Seattle Pacific University in Seattle, Wash., Monday, Sept. 12, 2022.

Opposition brief filed

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
February 7, 2023
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“Welcome to the culture wars”

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
January 27, 2023
Dr. Deana Porterfield shakes hands with a faculty member after her introduction at Seattle Pacific University in Seattle, Wash. on Jan. 26, 2023. Dr. Deana Porterfield was appointed to the position by unanimous vote and will begin work at Seattle Pacific on July 1st, 2023.

Seattle Pacific University announces new president

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
January 26, 2023
Copies of the lawsuit were placed on the small stage set up for the demonstration in Martin Square at Seattle Pacific University in Seattle, Wash. on Sept. 12, 2022.

SPU files appeal

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
January 6, 2023
Elle Jane preforming in Seattle.

[Photo] Let the anticipation begin!

Isabella Tranello, Features Editor
January 6, 2023
Members of the SPU cross country team run on the Ship Canal trail near Wallace Field during a practice on Jan. 10, 2021.

SPU student-athlete stabbed on Ship Canal Trail

Audrey Oscarson and Kyle Morrison
December 30, 2022
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SPU combats budget deficit

Ella Beth Sessions and Audrey Oscarson
November 16, 2022
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Midterm election results

Ella Beth Sessions and Audrey Oscarson
November 9, 2022
Students head to their morning classes near the entrance to Seattle Pacific University's campus on Oct. 26, 2022.

“Not above the law”

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
October 26, 2022
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[Photo] Protest flares in Seattle

Ella Beth Sessions, Staff Writer
October 19, 2022
ASSP president Carrie Cox adds a handprint to the poster at the coming out day event at Seattle Pacific University on Oct. 11, 2022.

Walking out and coming out

Audrey Oscarson and Caleb Cissna
October 13, 2022
Through the smoke a bus can be seen crossing the West Seattle Bridge across Eliot Bay from Kerry Park in Queen Anne Wednesday evening, Oct. t, 2022. The bridge had been closed for nearly two years before reopening a few weeks earlier.

Reconnecting West Seattle

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
October 5, 2022
The Student Financial Services office is located on the bottom floor of Demaray Hall.

Forgive and forget

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
September 13, 2022
Seattle Pacific University students gather in front of Ames Library on the SPU campus in Seattle, Wash. on May 15, 2022

Controversy continues

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
September 13, 2022
SPU community members at demonstration in Martin Square on Sept. 12, 2022. There is a strong sense of allyship within the SPU student body that can be seen during the demonstrations.

First day outcries

Audrey Oscarson, News Editor
September 13, 2022
Many students, while trying to voice their frustrations with the Board of Trustees decision regarding SPU's statement on human sexuality, express that they feel regret or embarrassment for going here based on the decision. (Shianne Heeraman)

Decided

Audrey Oscarson and Caleb Cissna
May 23, 2022
Many students, faculty, and staff members stood outside of Upper Gwinn where inside, the Board of Trustees were holding a meeting regarding the university's controversial lifestyle expectations and the statement on human sexuality. (Audrey Oscarson)

Protest on the stairs

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
May 20, 2022
LGBTQIA+ joy and frustration

LGBTQIA+ joy and frustration

Audrey Oscarson and Vy Khanh Vu
May 18, 2022
Courtesy of the Office of Enrollment

SPU enrollment stabilizes

Kyle Morrison and Audrey Oscarson
May 18, 2022
Seattle Pacific University’s LGBTQ+ Work Group met this week in Upper Gwinn for a panel to go over the work they've done so far and some possible solutions for the Board. (Santi Quiroga-Medina)

Reconciliation report

Audrey Oscarson, Vy Khanh Vu, and Santi Quiroga Medina
May 12, 2022
Dr. Sandra Mayo served as the Vice Provost for Inclusive Excellence here at Seattle Pacific. Her Last day at SPU is May 8th, 2022. (Courtesy of Seattle Pacific University)

Saying goodbye

Audrey Oscarson, Staff writer
April 27, 2022
Free apps, free speech

Free apps, free speech

Audrey Oscarson and Caleb Cissna
April 20, 2022
The 2022 Social Venture Plan winners Jenna Rasmussen, Faith Stehr, Lydia Porter, Jeanell Vergara, and Joshua Erme for their My Monster Monitor (M3) app that helps children learn how to manage their Type 1 Diabetes symptoms. (Courtesy of John Godek)

Students making a difference

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
April 15, 2022
Alongside chalk messages written around campus, posters like these were hung up and handed out to students. (Audrey Oscarson)

Rumors of change

Audrey Oscarson and Kyle Morrison
April 13, 2022
The Seattle Pacific Student Financial Services office can assist students with any questions or concerns they have regarding student loans. (Shianne Heeraman)

Pandemic pause for students

Vy Khanh Vu and Audrey Oscarson
April 6, 2022
Students gather in the SUB to work on homework as well as have time to themselves or with their friends. (Sharli Mishra)

Mental health days

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
March 30, 2022
Dr. Rebecca Hughes explains the views on immigration in the United Kingdom. (Gabrialla Cockerell)

Getting green cards

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
February 24, 2022
Edward James Bauman died peacefully at the age of 88 on January 2nd, 2022 in Lincoln, California. (Courtesy of Tracy Norton)

Remembering Ed Bauman

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
February 9, 2022
The two co-chairs of the SPU LGBTQIA+ Work Group Joshua Canada (top) and Kevin Neuhauser (bottom)

SPU creates work group to find LGBTQIA+ resolution

Audrey Oscarson and Kyle Morrison
January 26, 2022
Seattle sustainability

Seattle sustainability

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
January 19, 2022
Seattle's King County Superior Courthouse. (Gabrialla Cockerell)

Setting the stage

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
January 12, 2022
President Menjares responds to questions posed by the Seattle Pacific student body. (Gabrialla Cockerell)

Listening and learning

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
November 10, 2021
SPU Health Services offers flu shots to students for a small fee of $25 charged to their student account. Advertisements for them are up and around campus. (Sharli Mishra)

COVID, coughs and class

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
October 27, 2021
Consulting carries on

Consulting carries on

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
October 20, 2021
Students Matthew Romero, Lizbeth Cardenas and Lizbeth Gonzalez hanging out in the lobby of Arnett Hall, one of the freshman dorm halls. (Latecia Ragland)

Resident advisors build community in residence halls

Carlos Snellenberg-Fraser and Audrey Oscarson
September 29, 2021
Pride flags placed around Tiffany Loop in support of the LGBTQ+ Community. (Sharli Mishra)

LGBTQIA+ demonstration on first day of classes

Audrey Oscarson, Staff Writer
September 22, 2021
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