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Seattle University Magazine

Volume 50 Issue#2

Spring / Summer 2026

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Where Legends Are Made

From groundbreaking research and creative achievement to service and leadership, discover how Redhawks are making their mark in legendary ways.

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Message from the President

As Seattle University prepares to welcome new leadership, the mission—and the people who embody it—continue to propel us forward.

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Did You Know

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Behind the Mic

Pete Fewing is no stranger to calling soccer games on the radio. The retired Seattle University men’s soccer coach has done more than 500 broadcasts. And now he can add to that the FIFA World Cup.

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Art with Meaning, Art with Impact

Two artists working across distinct visual languages—but united by a commitment to inquiry, perception and lived experience—have been named recipients of the prestigious 2026 Neddy Artist Award.

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Advancing Nursing Education

College of Nursing and Health Sciences launches Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist DNP with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.

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Purposeful Projects, Innovative Ideas

From virtual reality experiences inspired by NASA’s Psyche mission to drone research helping track invasive species, students tackle real-world challenges at Projects Day.

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SU Rector Named Bishop of Honolulu

Arrupe Jesuit Residence’s Father Michael Castori appointed to new position by Pope Leo XIV.

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Governor’s Award for Civic Engagement

Nursing student Sydney Loria, ’27, is an inspiring and civically engaged multitasker who is the recipient of the Washington Campus Coalition (WACC) Governor’s Student Civic Leadership Award.

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Faculty Spotlight

Engineering Her Own Path, In Style

The always fashionable Yen-Lin Han, PhD, professor and chair of mechanical engineering, leads undergraduates in research at the forefront of soft-robotics medical devices.

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Career Outcomes

A Celebration of Somali Culture and Cuisine

In ‘Soomaaliya: A Cookbook’ alumna Ifrah F. Ahmed explores heritage, history and belonging through the flavors and traditions of her home country.

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Magazine Features

  • A Pioneering Powerhouse

    A Pioneering Powerhouse

    Seattle University Magazine
    As Seattle University celebrates 50 years of Diagnostic Ultrasound, the story of Joan Baker reveals how one unexpected career turn helped create what is now a vital tool in modern health care.
  • Championing Student Success

    Championing Student Success

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    From academic advisor to vice provost, Kate Elias is dedicated to helping students successfully navigate college life.
  • Embracing the Opportunity

    Embracing the Opportunity

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    John Bonner is looking to bring his style of leadership—and style of play that is physical, fast and entertaining—as the new head coach of women's basketball.

Being Scene

In Memoriam

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Edward Welch (March 20, 2026)

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Alicia Chandler (February 7, 2026)
Larry Moore (April 4, 2026)

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James Whittaker (April 6, 2026)

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Margaret Loucks (February 15, 2026)

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James Helbling (February 18, 2026)
Donald Kovacevich (March 26, 2026)
Adrian Voermans (May 19, 2026)

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Martin Krafcik (May 20, 2026)

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Richard Dickhaut (March 12, 2026)
Susan Johnson (May 26, 2026)

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Francis Cathersal (March 5, 2026)
Barbara Method (May 1, 2026)

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Mary Hennessey (April 6, 2026)
John Seeley (March 4, 2026)

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Carolyn Cristelli (May 31, 2026)
Edward Gallagher (March 13, 2026)
Guy McKinney (February 13, 2026)

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James Baxter (February 14, 2026)
Judith Vitzthum (March 15, 2026)

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Cynthia Blumenthal (May 19, 2026)

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Richard Brenneman (May 16, 2026)

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James Jura (March 18, 2026)

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William Berard (March 8, 2026)

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Ata Mansoori (May 4, 2026)

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Mary Bell (March 15, 2026)

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Harvey Solomon (March 9, 2026)

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Kevin Kane (March 4, 2026)

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Eugene Robertson (March 13, 2026)

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Teresa LaCugna (April 29, 2026)

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Beth Whitaker (March 19, 2026)

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David Harrington (June 5, 2026)
Curtis Pederson (February 18, 2026)

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William Hershey (May 18, 2026)
Norma Leicester (April 25, 2026)

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Cynthia Stewart (April 6, 2026)

1995
Robert Jimerson (March 22, 2026)

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John Swanson (March 25, 2026)

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Sara Christensen (February 17, 2026)

2004
Rebecca Johnson (March 12, 2026)

2006
Janet Lanza (April 6, 2026)

2011
Nicholas Sciarrone (May 24, 2026)

2018
Russell Key (April 5, 2026)

Faculty/Staff
(faculty) David Leigh (February 7, 2026)
(faculty) David Tinius (March 11, 2026)
(faculty) Barbara Yates (March 11, 2026)
(staff) Jerron Lowe (February 15, 2026)

The Last Word

Monica Nevi

A Legendary Rebound

How a basketball injury launched a career in stand-up comedy.

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Past Issues

Winter 2026 Magazine Cover, featuring the Alumnus of the year Dr. Norward Brooks, ’71 MBA

Celebrating Legendary Leaders

Winter 2026
Seattle University honors our remarkable Alumni Award winners including this year’s Alumnus of the Year, Dr. Norward Brooks, ’71 MBA.

A dancer poses on the front cover the Fall 2025 Seattle University Magazine

Care in Motion

Fall 2025
Seattle University’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences prepares future leaders across disciplines to deliver collaborative, equitable and compassionate health care.

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A New Era of Seattle University

Spring/Summer 2025
From trailblazing professionals to community champions and athletic legends, this year’s Alumni Award recipients embody the spirit of Seattle University’s Jesuit mission.

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.

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Tina Potterf

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