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Largest Art Gift Ever

In a truly transformative gift, philanthropist Richard Hedreen donates $300M art collection to Seattle University, along with seed money to fund an art museum.

March 13, 2024

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Knowledge of the Culture

The new senior director of the Seattle University Indigenous Peoples Institute, Jill “tsi sqʷux̌ʷaʔł” La Pointe, may be new to the role but her connections to campus run deep.

March 7, 2024

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Alumni Spotlight: From Nike to Taco Bell CEO

Sean Tresvant thought he was destined for ESPN, but after finding a new path aided by earning an MBA, he went on to lead Nike’s Air Jordan division and now Taco Bell.

February 27, 2024

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Ethics Bowl Going to Nationals

After sweeping regionals in the fall, SU’s award-winning Ethics Bowl team will compete among the best in the U.S.

February 21, 2024

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Talking STEM Education

College of Science and Engineering Dean Amit Shukla collaborated with fellow deans at UW and WSU during a trip to Washington, D.C.

February 21, 2024

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Voices for Change in Black Maternal Health

Nursing undergraduates turn a year-long population health internship into a peer-reviewed journal article calling for change to lower mortality rates among Black mothers.

February 20, 2024

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Top Legal Mind

Law Dean Varona named one of the most influential legal scholars in the U.S.

February 15, 2024

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Cozy Up with A Good Book

Expand your reading list with the latest diverse works by faculty authors.

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Expanding Opportunities and Access

Seattle University’s new partnership with Los Angeles Community College District increases admission pathways for transfer students.

January 17, 2024

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Leadership Around Tech and Ethics

Father Paolo Benanti, an expert on AI and ethics in Rome, is coming to Seattle University as a distinguished visiting professor. 

January 17, 2024

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Scholarly Study of the United States

Seattle University to host institute with multinational scholars and university faculty on national issues involving culture, society, values and institutions. 

January 3, 2024

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It’s (Almost) A Wrap: The Year in Review

As 2023 draws to close, a look back at the top stories, newsmakers and social media posts.

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The Gift of Art

Renowned Seattle artists Dennis Evans and Nancy Mee are bequeathing their considerable personal art collection to Seattle University.

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Diversity in Numbers

Diverse and underrepresented minority student populations continue to grow as does the focus on computer science and engineering. 

November 30, 2023

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Inclusive Excellence in Action

From holding a campus-wide Racial Equity Summit to elevating intersectional voices and working to increase and retain BIPOC faculty/staff, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion is doubling down on its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

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In Solidarity

In partnership with the other Jesuit universities and colleges in the U.S., Seattle University is raising funds to support UCA students.  

November 27, 2023

Netflix alums strive for inclusivity.

Representation Matters

Alums Alex LaCasse, ’10, and Kabi Gishuru, ’08, are making meaningful change and amplifying diverse voices through their work at Netflix.

November 16, 2023

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The Student Becomes the Teacher

Assistant Chemistry Professor Christopher Whidbey started at Seattle University thinking he would go to medical school. Instead, his experience as an undergraduate led him in a new direction.

November 16, 2023

Laura Spitz vice president of global engagement

Building for the Future

Meet the new leaders in enrollment, campus ministry, finance and global engagement. 

November 11, 2023

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Get to Know SU’s New Coaches

Longtime assistants Nate Daligcon and Skyler Young bring decades of coaching experience to their new roles in men’s soccer and women’s basketball.

November 9, 2023

DJ Traina, creator of an advanced medical manikin

Training for Real

DJ Traina, ‘18, merged his passions for engineering and art in a unique career designing and building advanced medical simulators to train medical responders from far away battlefields to the streets of King County. 

November 7, 2023

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