Invalid Image"Let's Talk"Therese Huston’s new book is a roadmap for providing effective feedback.January 20, 2021
Invalid ImageThe Show Must Go OnSeattle University’s Performing Arts & Arts Leadership (PAAL) Theatre program put on virtual production of Anton Chekov classic.January 14, 2021
Swedish and Seattle University Open a COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic at Seattle UniversityMuch of the first floor of Campion Hall is home to the Swedish Community COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic at Seattle University, a new and unique collaboration between the two longtime partners in health care education that will be in place at least through June.January 12, 2021
Honoring Dr. King and 'Good Trouble'This year's MLK Jr. Celebration will be a virtual event, with keynote speaker feminist and author Dr. Angela Davis.January 12, 2021
Invalid ImageKristin DiBiase joins Law School as New Associate Dean for Student AffairsKristin DiBiase is a passionate advocate for students and a 15-year veteran of higher education who also spent 12 years at the National Collegiate Athletic Association developing and managing educational and compliance policies and programs.January 12, 2021
All In A DaySeattle U Gives 24-Hour Fundraising and Engagement Initiative Yields Big Impact.January 11, 2021
Forming LeadersTeresa J. Rothausen, PhD, drawn to social justice focus of business leadership program. January 11, 2021
Health and Safety MattersC-CAP co-chairs Joshua Halbert and Tara Hicks lead the way in keeping campus safe amid COVID-19.January 11, 2021
Computer Science Collaboration Creates Life-Saving AppComputer Science faculty, students and recent alumni collaborate with start-up Bilimetrix-USA, LLC in building a software-based point of care and patent-pending app to support solutions for early detection and treatment of severe infant jaundice in low-resource countries.January 7, 2021
Invalid ImageThe economic impact of Seattle U and the Independent Colleges of WashingtonThe data, compiled this fall, is the most recent indication that independent colleges and universities play an outsized role in the economic health of the communities in which they are located.January 4, 2021
Invalid ImageSeattle U in the News: Incoming Seattle U President Eduardo Peñalver Rethinks the Future of LearningThe president elect spoke with the Puget Sound Business Journal about his plans coming into the role and the future of education.December 15, 2020
Invalid ImageSU reaffirms its support for the Paris AgreementMarking the fifth anniversary of the historic Paris Agreement’s adoption, Seattle University joined with other leaders calling on the incoming administration to rejoin the accord.December 14, 2020
Seattle University’s Excellence in Academics and Sustainability Recognized With High Rankings in 2020Here is a summary of some of the rankings and recognition of the past year.December 8, 2020
Bullitt Center’s eco-friendly water system is working, Thompson’s paper confirmsPhil Thompson, professor of civil and environmental engineering and director of the Center for Environmental Justice and Sustainability, coauthored a paper examining the viability of the Bullitt Center’s water system, which was published this month by the Journal of the American Water Works Association.December 7, 2020
Seattle University Names New Center for Science and Innovation for Longtime Supporters Jim and Janet SinegalThe Seattle University Board of Trustees has named the Center for Science and Innovation (CSI), currently under construction, after Jim and Janet Sinegal whose relationship with the university spans more than a quarter of a century.December 1, 2020
Invalid Image2020 Staff AwardsFour colleagues and a team were honored at the 2020 Faculty and Staff Appreciation Event on Nov. 20. In addition to two long-established Excellence in Leadership awards, three new awards were conferred this year, including the Living the Mission Award, Spark of Spirit Award and Outstanding Team award.November 23, 2020
Invalid ImageFacilities staff bring light and cheer to our campusIn the spirit of the holiday season, Facilities staff volunteered their time last week to install festive lighting on campus last week.November 23, 2020
Invalid ImageDean Joe Phillips Contributes to Economic Growth DialogueSeattle University is a proud partner of many of our region’s most integral nonprofit and corporate entities. One of those partners is the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce and Dean Joe Phillips of the Albers School of Business and Economics contributes to the Chamber’s virtual 2020 Economic Forecast Summit by moderating a discussion on the emerging industries and companies that will lead our region—and the world—forward. November 18, 2020
Seattle U Safely Celebrates a Seasonal TraditionWith the health of our campus community remaining a top priority, Seattle University departments from across campus are working together to provide new ways of fostering holiday spirit during the pandemic.November 17, 2020
Creating a Safe Place Amid a PandemicAn element of the Safe Start Welcome Center involves College of Nursing students who gain invaluable hands-on experience around population health nursing.November 13, 2020
Seattle U is #3 in the U.S. for Sustainability Among Master’s InstitutionsSeattle University was once again recognized as a leading institution for advancing sustainability and environmental justice with the release of the 2020 Sustainable Campus Index by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).November 9, 2020
Invalid ImageVi Hilbert Hall Receives Innovator Award by Student Housing Business magazineVi Hilbert Hall was awarded the “Best Public-Private Partnership Development” at the Student Housing Business magazine’s 10th Annual Innovator Awards.November 9, 2020
Invalid ImageThe 2021 Policy Priorities of ICWIn the midst of these difficult economic times, the legislature may look for savings in vital higher education programs – ICW is working to help the legislature resist those cuts.November 5, 2020
Highlights from the Announcement of Seattle U’s 22nd PresidentView recaps from the live stream announcement of Seattle U’s president-elect, Eduardo M. Peñalver. October 28, 2020
Invalid ImagePresident’s Forum - Fall 2020President Stephen Sundborg, S.J., updated faculty and staff on the latest campus news and developments at his fall open forum on Oct. 27.October 28, 2020
Cornell Law Dean Who Grew Up in Puyallup Returns Home to Lead Seattle UniversityOur future begins now.October 22, 2020
Invalid ImageLIFT SU and the Commitment to Lead for Racial Equity and AntiracismVice President for Diversity and Inclusion Natasha Martin expresses her hope to "move forward with greater intentionality and collaboration to make racial equity and anti-racist education more than a stated value of our Jesuit Catholic character, but transformative and sustainable institutional practice."October 16, 2020
Please Take the 2020 Seattle Public Safety SurveySeattle University is administering the sixth annual citywide Seattle Public Safety Survey.October 15, 2020
Invalid ImageSeattle U Ranked #2 for “Best Value” CollegeSeattle University ranked #2 of 10 Washington state universities as a “best value college,” according to SmartAsset. The company’s study looked at starting salary, tuition, living expenses, scholarships awarded and retention rate.October 13, 2020
Invalid ImageHonor and Recognition of Indigenous Peoples' DayToday, Seattle University marks the significance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a day to honor and celebrate Indigenous peoples and to acknowledge the toil of colonization as reflected by the land we occupy as a university. October 12, 2020
Invalid Image2020-2021 Naef Scholars AnnouncedIn a message to campus today, President Stephen Sundborg, S.J., announced the recipients of the 2020-2021 Naef Scholarship.October 5, 2020
The Campaign for the Uncommon Good Q&ACommunity engagement cornerstone of campaign as it enters its final year. October 2, 2020
Invalid Image“A Towering Presence” – Remembering Bernie StecklerBernie Steckler, a much-beloved and longtime member of Seattle University’s faculty, passed away Sept. 23.October 1, 2020
Digital Viewbook Brings Campus Experience to Prospective StudentsUndergraduate Admissions staff uphold Seattle U’s Jesuit tradition of meeting students where they are—online, in this case—through the recent launch of its redesigned digital viewbook.October 1, 2020
Melissa Chamberlain and the Case of the Malodorous MoneyWhile nothing about 2020 should surprise us by now, the Executive Library Coordinator recently found herself in a role she never imagined.September 30, 2020
Notes from a Tour of the Center for Science and InnovationMichael Quinn, PhD, dean of the College of Science and Engineering, offers his account of a recent tour of the new building under construction, which is scheduled to open next fall.September 30, 2020
President’s Fall Community Forum: Jesuit Education is Made for These Unprecedented TimesDuring the virtual fall community forum he hosted for alumni, donors and friends of the university, President Stephen V. Sundborg challenged alumni to engage with the university in an “unprecedented way” when he announced the launch of Our Moment of Mission: The President’s Challenge.September 29, 2020
Seattle U Again a Top 20 Sierra “Cool School”Seattle University continued its run of top rankings for sustainability by once again being named a Sierra Cool School for 2020. It earned a spot in Sierra magazine’s Top 20. September 28, 2020
Invalid ImageInaugural Redhawk Night In a HitSeattle University Athletics held its maiden virtual Redhawk Night In, an online fundraising event that raised nearly $100,000 in support of more than 350 student athletes.September 25, 2020
Seattle U and Rainier Scholars Partner on New Scholarship ProgramUniversity pledges full-need scholarships for underrepresented students of color.September 25, 2020
Staying the CourseNonprofit leader Gary Davis, '10 MNPL, embraces change while supporting communities.September 21, 2020
Wall Street Journal Ranks Seattle U Among Top 16 Percent of Universities in the NationSeattle University was ranked in the top 16 percent of universities nationally in the Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Ranking 2021 and received high marks in the latest U.S. News rankings for academics and service learning. September 18, 2020
Costco Scholarship Fund Event Goes Virtual to Raise Funds for ScholarshipsThe Costco Scholarship Fund Breakfast, held virtually on Sept. 17, brought in almost $4.4 million from generous donors for scholarships benefitting students at Seattle University and University of Washington.September 17, 2020
Seattle U Builds Community in First Virtual Welcome WeekStudent Development team took its annual orientation offerings online for first-year and transfer students.September 16, 2020
Invalid ImageBusiness Programs Earn High National Rankings from U.S. News & World ReportThree Seattle University undergraduate business programs achieved high national rankings in the U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges 2021” rankings.September 15, 2020
Invalid ImagePublic Affairs Corner: Independent Colleges of WashingtonSeattle U is the largest member of ICW, an organization that represents 10 institutions of higher education in Washington.September 14, 2020
Invalid ImageThe New Washington College Grant and Seattle UniversityFormerly known as the State Need Grant, the legislation that renamed and created the Washington College Grant has immediately benefited students and families throughout the state, including at Seattle University.September 14, 2020
Invalid ImageSeattle University Needs You on Its Life Saving Team: Give BloodWe are bound by blood. Please help those in need by participating in SU's virtual drive from October 4 to 17.September 14, 2020
Invalid ImageThis Year's Common Text program addresses racial justiceEach year the university selects a text or texts to launch the academic year for incoming students. Incoming students receive the year’s Common Text over the summer, and the issues it raises are incorporated into some classes and pursued in a year-long series of programs built around the themes. This year, rather than having just one text, organizers selected a number of resources.September 11, 2020
LIFT SU Bolsters Seattle U’s Inclusive Excellence Action Plan for Racial Justice and Anti-Racist EducationNatasha Martin, JD, vice president for Diversity and Inclusion and associate professor of law, created and delivered the university’s latest action plan during the President’s Welcome, laying the framework for the university to continue advancing inclusive excellence and align antiracism to its strategic direction and purpose.September 9, 2020
President Sundborg Welcomes Faculty and Staff to a New Academic Year Unlike Any BeforePresident Stephen V. Sundborg, S.J., gave his annual President’s Welcome for an academic year unlike any experienced before due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some key takeaways from his welcome remarks.September 4, 2020
Professor Mary Alberg Awarded National Science Foundation GrantMary Alberg, professor of physics, was recently awarded funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for her project “Hadron Structure and Interactions.”September 2, 2020