What’s happening at SPU? This is where you’ll find the latest news about research, events, activities, achievements, and milestones in the life of SPU and its people.
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Theology Professor Katherine Douglass writes about her participation in a Pub Choir and its lessons for church communities.
Aug 15, 2024
To reverse the effects of social distancing, we need experiences of social bonding, and congregations are uniquely positioned to do this communal reconstruction. Congregations have the opportunity to rebuild communal life, to help us find and enjoy one another again, to invite people to re-member themselves into the body of Christ. When I described Pub Choir to my yoga instructor she replied, “You know, I am not religious, but this is the role that churches used to play in our society: bringing people together.”
Read Theology Professor Katherine Douglass' article in Presbyterian Outlook.
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What is music therapy? SPU Professor of Music Carlene Brown explains in this interview with KNKX Public Radio in Seattle.
Aug 14, 2024
Carlene Brown, a professor of music and director of the music therapy program at Seattle Pacific University, started her journey as a musician. She's been involved with the practice for over 14 years, and developed the music therapy program at SPU.
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Alumna Doris Brougham, called the “Godmother of English Education” in Taiwan for her influential programs that helped millions learn English, died Aug. 6 at the age of 98.
Aug 8, 2024
Alumna Doris Brougham, called the “Godmother of English Education” in Taiwan for her influential magazine, radio, and television programs that helped millions learn English, died Aug. 6, 2024, at the age of 98. Taiwan President Ching-te Lai thanked Brougham for being a “force for good.”
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"At SPU, I realized working in Major League Baseball was what I wanted to do.” Four graduates share their journeys to careers in professional sports.
Jul 19, 2024
No matter what the sport, getting to the major leagues is a daunting task. But that’s precisely what four Seattle Pacific graduates have done in various capacities around the country.
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Alissa Mahar, associate vice president strategy & operations (CFO & COO) for the University of Washington Information Technology Division, has been named the next vice president for business and finance.
Jul 11, 2024
Alissa Mahar, associate vice president strategy & operations (CFO & COO) for the University of Washington Information Technology Division, has been named the next vice president for business and finance.
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Join SPU President Deana Porterfield at two online forums on Thursday, June 27, as she shares what's on her heart for SPU and answers your questions.
Jun 21, 2024
Join other SPU alumni, parents, donors, and friends as President Porterfield shares what’s on her heart for SPU in the coming months, ask your questions, and discover how you can partner with the president in prayer for the University.
President’s Online Forum
Thursday, June 27, 2024
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Check out these Summer Sessions for undergraduates and graduates. Take charge of your degree and graduate sooner!
Jun 19, 2024
While Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters last about 10 weeks at Seattle Pacific, Summer Sessions are two to eight weeks long — allowing you to earn credits during the summer, take charge of your degree, and graduate sooner.
Check out the 2024 Summer Sessions for undergraduates and graduates.
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Renowned theologian Jürgen Moltmann, who spoke on campus in 2007, died on June 3. After his visit, Theology Professor Doug Koskela reviewed one of his most famous books.
Jun 13, 2024
Amid the optimism and turbulence of the 1960s, a book by a little-known German theologian burst upon the scene. Not only did Jürgen Moltmann’s Theology of Hope resurrect the doctrine of Christian hope in academic theological discussion, but it also propelled its author to worldwide renown.
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The women's crew varsity 4+ won gold at the NCAA Division II national championships, and the team finished fifth in the nation. Way to go, Falcons!
Jun 10, 2024
The Seattle Pacific University women's rowing varsity 4+ of Aleksia Haugen, Gem Gatmaytan, Bella Lisenby, Megan Rouse, and Hannah Miller captured the national championship on Saturday, while the team finished fifth in the nation.
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Women's golf will become SPU’s 13th varsity sport in the fall of 2024.
Jun 8, 2024
Women's golf will become SPU’s 13th varsity sport in the fall of 2024, joining the Great Northwest Athletic Conference to compete against Montana State University Billings, Northwest Nazarene, Saint Martin’s, Simon Fraser, and Western Washington. Since women’s golf was added to the conference in 2010–11, six GNAC teams have achieved top-10 regional finishes.
