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Medard Ngueita, executive director World Relief Western Washington, comes to campus for events exploring themes of faith, hope, and hospitality.

Jan 22, 2025

As part of a week of events exploring themes of faith, hope, and hospitality, SPU and the Classrooms that Cultivate Character project will host Medard Ngueita, executive director World Relief Western Washington, on Thursday, Jan. 23, 7-8:30 p.m. in Upper Gwinn. He will discuss the ways World Relief Western Washington is faithfully modeling hope and Christ-like hospitality. Questions and reflections will be offered by Bo Lim, professor of Old Testament, and Sara Shaban, assistant professor of communication. Dessert and warm drinks will be available.

The event is sponsored by SPU and , a project led by professors Brittany Tausen, Thane Erickson, and Krystle Jalalian-Chursky.

If you’ve ever wondered whether seminary was for you, ɬÀï·¬ Pacific Seminary invites you to explore your calling and vocation, Feb. 24-25.

Jan 15, 2025

If you’ve ever wondered whether seminary was for you, ɬÀï·¬ Pacific Seminary invites you to explore your calling and vocation at Discernment Days. The first opportunity is an evening webinar (online) on Monday, Feb. 24, 4–6 p.m. and the second opportunity is a full-day, in-person campus visit on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Prospective students will have the opportunity to visit classes, meet with current students, faculty, and administrators, and tour the campus. This event is free and food is included for the Feb. 25 event. 

Learn more.

On Wednesday, Jan 15, History Professor Alissa Walter will give a presentation on the dramatic end to the Syrian Civil War and the takeover of Damascus last month.

Jan 14, 2025

As part of the History Department's commitment to provide quarterly talks explaining current events in their historical context, Associate Professor of History Alissa Walter will give a presentation titled "Syria Explained: Current events in context," on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 4 p.m. in Demaray Hall 150. She will discuss the dramatic end to the Syrian Civil War that took place with the rebel takeover of Damascus last month.

Jan 9, 2025

"I share my story with students and try to validate what we could call the positive aspects of perfectionism. They are motivated and driven, and it’s gotten them far. But they have to think about the pitfalls." SPU Psychology Professor Paul Youngbin Kim shares his views in a Psychology Today article, "Why Perfectionism Is a Trap."

Jan 2, 2025

about one of SPU's most famous alumni debuts on Thursday, Jan. 9. Doris Brown Heritage ’64 was a two-time Olympian, five-time world champion, and SPU faculty member and cross-country coach for more than 30 years. Tickets are free!

Jan 2, 2025

SPU's School of Education Choose offers diverse range of doctoral, master’s, and certification programs, accredited at the state and national level. Graduates are among the most sought-after educators in the field.

SPU biology professors and undergraduate students just released the results of a yearlong research project identifing salmon fraud in ɬÀï·¬ grocery stores and sushi restaurants.

Dec 23, 2024

It’s the law in Washington state. Salmon must be labeled “wild caught” or “farmed.” But how accurate is that label in your favorite sushi restaurant or grocery store? ɬÀï·¬ biology professors and undergraduate students just released the results of a yearlong research project that identified salmon fraud in ɬÀï·¬ grocery stores and sushi restaurants.

Led by SPU Biology Professor Tracie Delgado, the research group acquired salmon samples from 67 grocery stores and 52 sushi restaurants. DNA from each salmon sample was isolated and tested to identify the fish species. Overall, the study revealed ɬÀï·¬ sushi restaurants were far more likely to sell farmed salmon mislabeled as wild salmon as compared to grocery stores.

Learn more.

Dec 9, 2024

Traynor Hansen, assistant professor of writing and director of campus writing, and three students were featured in a KING5-TV news story about AI in the classroom. In the course, "Academic Inquiry and Writing Seminar," Traynor teaches about using AI responsibly. The story, titled "," aired on December 5 and ran in newscasts during the next several days. 

Focusing on theology and song, this conference sponsored by ɬÀï·¬ Pacific Seminary will provide useful reflections and tips for songwriters, worship leaders, and pastors.

Dec 9, 2024

Singing the Faith conference
Tuesday, Jan. 28, 12 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

This conference celebrates the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed by exploring the relationship between theology and song. Lyrics stick with us in ways other written forms of communication do not. The songs we sing in personal devotions and in corporate worship shape the way we think about the God we serve. During this conference, we will consider the topic of "Lyrical Theology." Drawing from the deep wells of wisdom from theologians, local pastors, and worship directors, attendees will find useful reflections and tips for songwriters, worship leaders, and pastors alike.

Tradition, a student-produced Christmas event, features arts and crafts, beverages, and a live reindeer! The event is Friday, Dec. 6, starting at 7 p.m. in Tiffany Loop.

Dec 2, 2024

Tradition, a student-produced Christmas event, features arts and crafts, hot beverages, and a live reindeer! The event is Friday, Dec. 6, starting at 7 p.m. in Tiffany Loop.