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Jason Williams, SPU GraduateSPU Graduates: Ready to Engage
Unemployment is at a 25-year high. But these SPU graduates are poised for the challenges of the new economic landscape.



President EatonSwine Flu: What Students (and You) Should Know
SPU continues to monitor developments to help its community remain safe and healthy.



President Eaton2009–10 Budget: Keeping Our Students in Mind
Review President Eaton's update on the budget, and let us know if you have any questions.



President Eaton2009–10 Tuition Update: An Investment in Our Students
To help students and their families begin planning ahead for 2009–10, SPU President Philip Eaton made an early tuition-rate announcement.



Jeff JordanThis Christmas Break, Reintroduce Yourselves
Jeff Jordan, associate vice president for academic affairs and dean of student life, reminds parents to expect changes in their students when they return home for Christmas Break.


President EatonThe Economy and SPU: Assurance for Families
Philip Eaton, president of Seattle Pacific University, reports on the state of SPU during these turbulent times.



President EatonOur Commitments to Parents
President Philip Eaton welcomes the 08–09 school year: "I believe any university ought to consider what it is promising and then do everything possible to keep those promises."


Bethany WalradSustainability at SPU: More Than a Headline
Bethany Walrad, sustainability coordinator at SPU, stresses the importance of environmental stewardship on campus.



Alumna Jessica IvaskaFive Years and Counting: One Graduate Reflects
What’s it like for SPU graduates on their journey from Commencement to career?



Professor Kathleen BradenNew Major Bridges SPU, Seattle, and the World
A light-bulb moment during conversations with students led Professor of Geography Kathleen Braden to spearhead a new major in global development studies.


Demarary HallSPU-Alert: When Every Second Counts
The SPU-Alert System is a new way for Seattle Pacific University to rapidly contact the campus community in the event of an emergency.



Campus in Fall2008–09 Tuition Update: An Investment in Excellence
We try to balance the financial pressures students face with the increasing costs associated with providing the excellent education they’ve come to expect.



Olympic Sculpture ParkOlympic Sculpture Park: Student Benefits Abound
“World-class artwork and world-class views,” says SPU Professor of Art Roger Feldman about Seattle’s new Olympic Sculpture Park.



Alexander HallBiblical and Theological Education: A Top Priority at SPU
Why does biblical literacy matter? SPU’s Response magazine recently asked Christian leaders to weigh in on this question.



President Philip EatonWelcome from President Philip W. Eaton
President Philip Eaton Welcomes the 2007-2008 school year: “I have long felt that as parents and family members, you are critically important to the success of what we are trying to do here.”