SPU's Center for Faithful Business hosts an evening lecture on Thursday, May 23, with Dr. Richard Stearns, president emeritus of World Vision U.S. and Joe Sprague, regional president of Hawai’i-Pacific for Alaska Airlines, on the topic “Lead Like It Matters to God.”

May 15, 2024

The Center for Faithful Business 2024 Bruce Kennedy Ethical Leadership Lecture will feature Dr. Richard Stearns, president emeritus of World Vision U.S. He will deliver the evening’s lecture, “Lead Like It Matters to God.” Joe Sprague, regional president of Hawai’i-Pacific for Alaska Airlines, will be the evening’s lecture respondent. The event will take place Thursday, May 23, 7–8:30 p.m., in Upper Gwinn Commons. Please mark your calendar and plan to join the Center for an evening of insight and reflection. Register online.

The Art Department presents "in • finite," featuring a dynamic collection of paintings by graduating seniors.

May 15, 2024

The SPU Art Department is pleased to present the 2024 Senior Art Exhibition titled, "in • finite." This culmination of artworks features projects by students Chloe Christopher, Alfie Riley, Seorin Park, and Kade Franco. Though diverse in style, their works all hold the central message of honoring the human experience.

in • finite brings together a dynamic collection of paintings, each offering a unique perspective on the world through the lens of these emerging artists. Through bold brushstrokes and intricate details, to imagined worlds and dynamic storytelling; the artworks on display showcase the depth and breadth of talent nurtured within this creative community.

The exhibition in the SPAC Gallery in the Seattle Pacific Art Center will be on view through Friday, May 17.

SPU welcomes Rev. Dr. Sam Wells, vicar of St. Martin-of-the-Fields in London, for a special evening lecture on Tuesday, May 21. Wells is a widely known preacher, pastor, author, theologian, and institutional leader.

May 15, 2024

"Here I Stand With God: A Christology Contra Mundum for Today” is the title of a special lecture with Rev. Dr. Sam Wells, vicar of St. Martin-in-the-Fields in London. He is a regular contributor to Christian Century magazine and "Thought for the Day" on BBC Radio 4’s Today program. He is the author of 46 books, including works on Christian ethics, mission, ministry, scripture, liturgy, and preaching. This event requires no registration and is free. It will be video-recorded.

An annual event at SPU since 1978, the Palmer Lecture Series "seeks to bring the best minds and hearts in Wesleyan theology and biblical studies to campus to discuss the Christian faith from a Wesleyan perspective." The lectureship is held in honor of Alfred Palmer, a pastoral leader in Western Washington for more than half a century.

 

In an interview with Sojourners magazine, Professor Brenda Salter McNeil talks about the state of racial reconciliation and the need for believers to do more.

Apr 29, 2024

Brenda Salter McNeil, associate professor of reconciliation studies, was interviewed by Sojourners magazine about racial reconciliation in an article titled "Brenda Salter McNeil knows why we're fed up with 'racial reconciliation.'"

Biology Professor Cara Wall-Scheffler was elected as a fellow in the American Academy for the Advancement of Science. She is the only scholar in this year’s cohort who teaches at a Christian university.

Apr 29, 2024

Biological anthropologist and SPU alumna Cara Wall-Scheffler ’00 was elected as a Fellow of the American Academy for the Advancement of Science. Wall-Scheffler, who is a professor and co-chair of SPU’s Biology department, was recognized for her groundbreaking research in energetics, particularly the evolution of human bipedalism/mobility. She is among only a handful of fellows who teach at a liberal arts university, and the only scholar in this year’s AAAS cohort who teaches at a Christian university. Congratulations, Professor Wall-Scheffler!

SPU's John Perkins Center hosts a series of events on their 20th anniversary. The center is part of the legacy of Dr. John Perkins that continues the work of justice, reconciliation, and community development.

Apr 22, 2024

The year's Perkins Lecture series features several events on Tuesday, April 23, including Rev. Sandra Van Opstal as keynote for the annual Perkins Lecture at 7 p.m. in Upper Gwinn. The Perkins Center is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2024. 

An opinion piece in the Seattle Times by Psychology Professor Paul Youngbin Kim introduces the Korean concept of "jeong" as a way for better interpersonal connections.

Apr 22, 2024

Let me introduce the Korean concept of jeong as a counterpart to the Seattle Freeze. Although jeong has no English equivalent, it can be experienced and expressed outside of the Korean context. Jeong captures the tight interpersonal connection between people. It is the energy that underlies friendships. It can also describe the emotional bond between a parent and child.

SPU President Deana Porterfield is featured in Light + Life magazine, published by the Free Methodist Church-USA.

Apr 18, 2024

After nine years as the president of both Roberts Wesleyan University and Northeastern Seminary near Rochester, New York, Dr. Deana L. Porterfield was inaugurated Feb. 23 as the 12th president of Seattle Pacific University in its 133-year history and its first female president. In an interview with Light + Life magazine a month after her inauguration, she emphasized that Seattle Pacific remains faithful to its Christian commitment even as the university attracts students from a variety of backgrounds and connects with its city.

Dr. Kathy Lustyk has been named the next vice president for academic affairs and chief academic officer at Seattle Pacific University.

Apr 17, 2024

After an extensive nationwide search, Dr. Kathy Lustyk has been named the next vice president for academic affairs and chief academic officer at Seattle Pacific University. Lustyk currently serves as vice chancellor and associate chief academic officer at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU), Prescott. She will assume her new role at SPU in the next few months.

SPU Theatre presents this true story of 19th century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, who explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries.

Apr 9, 2024

"Silent Sky" is a true story of 19th century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, who explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries. With music and math bursting forth onstage, Henrietta and her female peers change the way we understand both the heavens and the Earth. It is the poignant tale of a woman’s dedication to the stars, and the human touch that makes life under the vast sky beautiful and timeless.