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Les Steele Staying the Course
Find out more about his educational philosophy in this Q&A.



Dale Anderson Director Uses Experience to Shape Young Leaders
As the director of Student Programs at Seattle Pacific University, Dale Anderson likes to say he’s come full circle.


Cindy Price Books to Consider
Cynthia Price, associate vice president for academic affairs, discusses three books parents should read to learn about their student’s transition into college.

Ruth Adams Meet the Registrar
Ruth Adams, university registrar and director of SPU’s Student Academic Services, woke up one day to discover she'd worked at SPU for 20 years—a realization both surprising and meaningful to her.

Jobe Korbe-Nice Q&A with Jobe Korb-Nice
Jobe Korb-Nice, director of undergraduate admissions, says he loves sharing SPU’s mission with as many people as possible.


Jordan Grant Meet the Director
Jordan Grant, director of SPU’s Student Financial Services, says his job is to allay the fears families have about financing college.


Steve Maybell The Counselor Is In
Steve Maybell, director of SPU’s Student Counseling Center, says he’s found his dream job.


Niki Amarantides New Director Keeps Students “At the Table”
Niki Amarantides, the new director of the Center for Learning, says her role in education is one of “hospitality.”


Jeff Jordan A Taste of Change: Students Return Home
Jeff Jordan, Dean of Student Life, explores student's and family's opportunity to build a new foundation during the Christmas season.

Doug Strong Meet the Dean: Douglas Strong, Ph.D.
New dean to the School of Theology, Douglas Strong, Ph.D., comes to SPU from Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C.