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Seattle University Magazine

Volume 48, Issue #3

Fall 2024

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West Coast Conference Bound

In a homecoming, Seattle University will once again join the competitive conference in 2025.

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Faculty Spotlight

From Virus Research to Teaching Excellence

Dr. Carolyn Stenbak is helping to guide the next generation of biologists and researchers. 

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Magazine Features

  • Here She is Miss Nebraska

    Here She is Miss Nebraska

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    Alumna Raechel Warren, ’19, will compete in Miss America, the culmination of an impressive reign in pageants that was launched following a soccer injury.

On Campus

The Business of Research

The success of BioLegacy reflects a positive collaboration between science and entrepreneurship.

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Inspiring Leadership and Mental Health Advocacy

New Student Body President Sophia Cofinas, ’25, shares her vision for campus, driven by a passion for service and community.

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The Future of AI

Father Paolo Benanti, Rome’s artificial intelligence and ethics advisor to the Pope and a visiting professor, talks of SU’s role in leading the conversation on technology and ethical practices.

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Charting a Course for the Future

Getting to know Dr. Monica J. Casper, new dean of SU’s College of Arts and Sciences.

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Welcome Home

Former President Stephen Sundborg, S.J., returns to SU as chancellor.

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Alumni Engagement

Energizing and Igniting Alumni

Nicole Parker Donaldson, ’21 MEd, the new director of Alumni Engagement, has big plans to activate the alumni base.

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The Last Word

Securing a Better Future

New cybersecurity program prepares leaders to navigate an increasingly complex digital world.

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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.

Past Issues

Spring 2023

Going Above and Beyond

Spring 2023
Celebrating the professional, personal and profound accomplishments of Seattle University’s Alumni Award winners.

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Tina Potterf

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