Nursing student

Seattle University Magazine

Volume 49 Issue #3

Fall 2025

dancer Bryce Elazier, ’28, a dance major at Cornish College of the Arts at Seattle University.

Care in Motion

Advancing Health Together

Seattle University’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences prepares future leaders across disciplines to deliver collaborative, equitable and compassionate health care.

Cover Story
A portrait of Liz Sword at the Mariners stadium

Career Outcomes

The Big League of Big Shows

From concerts to special events, alumna Liz Sword manages some of the top events in Seattle.

Career Outcomes
A collage of Charles Tung

Faculty Spotlight

A Timely Scholar

From Back to the future to building futures, Professor Charles Tung is an academic leader helping shape the direction of SU’s curriculum.

Faculty Spotlight

Magazine Features

  • Words Matter

    Words Matter

    Seattle University Magazine
    Political science and public affairs alum Izzy Gardon, ’16, found his calling in public service and now directs communications for California Governor Gavin Newsom.
  • A Poetic Life

    A Poetic Life

    Seattle University Magazine
    Educator and SU alum is the new Washington State Poet Laureate.

On Campus

A President for All (Students)

Diego Gonzalez channels his passion for justice and community into every role—from Student Body President to future prosecutor.

A collage of Diego Gonzalez, ’26

Making Over the Campus Store

In addition to books and course materials, reimagined shop showcases a range of local products and alumni-owned brands.

Michelle Conklin sits in the new Campus Store

Being Scene

  • A SU athlete celebrates a win on the soccer field

    Men's soccer celebrates a win against Denver in September.

  • A student and teacher discuss print-making on first day

    A student and teacher discuss print-making on the first day of classes at Cornish College of the Arts at Seattle University.

  • Presidential Speaker Series: Stephen Macedo, David Hyde and Sandeep Kaushik

    Presidential Speaker Series featuring Stephen Macedo and the hosts from the podcast Blue City Blues, David Hyde and Sandeep Kaushik.

  • Families gather to send off their kids to college

    Move-in day goodbyes.

  • Students walking on campus for first day of classes

    Students enjoy campus on their first day of classes.

  • Mass of the Holy spirit

    A longstanding tradition at Catholic universities around the world, the Mass of the Holy Spirit is an opportunity to ask the Spirit of God to bless us as we start a new year of learning and discovery.

In Memoriam

A photo of Pat Lesser Harbottle playing golf

Pat Lesser Harbottle was a golf legend recognized in the Seattle University Athletics Hall of Fame, the Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame and the Washington State Sports Hall of Fame. Lesser Harbottle found her talent for golf playing with her father, Colonel Lesser. A 17-year-old Lesser Harbottle was fresh off a tied fourth place finish in the 1951 U.S. Women’s Open when deciding where to attend college with hopes of playing golf.

Read more about the life and legacy of Lesser Harbottle at The Newsroom.

 

A portrait of Father Anderson

Dave Anderson, S.J., was well-known and beloved by the campus and greater community for his warmth, empathy and gentle nature. Father Anderson served for 17 years as Seattle University’s chaplain for alumni and for many of those years also as chaplain for the men’s basketball program. Always a caring presence, often greeting friends and strangers alike with a broad smile, Fr. Anderson was deeply beloved by colleagues, alumni and all with whom he came in contact.

Read more about the life and legacy of Father Anderson at The Newsroom.

 

 

1955

Maureen Allenbach (July 12, 2025)
Mary Hartough (July 25, 2025) 
Kenneth LaGrandeur (August 10, 2025)
Arthur Murray (July 12, 2025)

1956 

Pat Lesser Harbottle (July 30, 2025) 

1958

Robert Morrison (September 5, 2025) 
Catherine Van Stralen (August 13, 2025)

1959

Patrick Gillis (August 27, 2025) 

1962 

Robert Himes (August 16, 2025)

1963

Dennis Colleran (June 26, 2025)

1966 

Michael Turner (June 8, 2025)

1969

Carol Webber (June 28, 2025)

1972

David Belmonte (August 2025)
Barbara Gooding (July 30, 2025) 
Maureen Newman (July 9, 2025)
Charles Riley (July 29, 2025)

1973

Robin Washam (July 19, 2025) 

1976

John Oreiro (September 5, 2025)
William Wallace (July 28, 2025)

1985

Larry Klopfenstein (July 1, 2025)

1993 

David Rogers (June 30, 2025)

1999

Monica Desimone (June 8, 2025)

Faculty/Staff 

Dave Anderson, S.J. (September 5, 2025) (staff)
Patrick Burke (July, 2025) (faculty)
Michael Numrich (September 6, 2025) (staff)
Richard Settle (July 23, 2025) (faculty)

The Last Word

A portrait of Carolyn Eaton

The Wheel Deal

Carolyn Eaton, ’08, is the embodiment of that classic tale of an employee working their way up from entry level to running the business.

The Last Word

Past Issues

Illustration of Cornish campus building, nursing symbol, Seattle Museum of art, and the WCC logo with a basketball

A New Era of Seattle University

Spring/Summer 2025
From arts and health sciences to athletics, Seattle University embraces transformative change that elevates its mission and reach.

Past Issues

Spring & Summer 2024 Magazine cover includes an art collage with the text "Seattle University Magazine"

Groundbreaking Art Gift

Spring 2024
In a truly transformative gift, philanthropist Richard Hedreen donates $300M art collection to Seattle University, along with seed money to fund a Museum of Art.

Fall 2023

Inclusive Excellence in Action

Fall 2023
Seattle University, through the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, is doubling down on its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusivity.

Contact the Magazine team

Tina Potterf

Assistant Director, Communications & Publications; Editor, Seattle University Magazine