Division of Mission Integration

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OUR PURPOSE

The purpose of The Division of Mission Integration is to empower the diverse community of Seattle University, to holistically engage, advance, and animate our Jesuit Catholic mission, vision, and values into every aspect of our life and work as an institution. We invite all to understand, engage, and embody the richness of the Ignatian tradition through:

  • Implementation: We implement diverse and impactful formation opportunities designed for all members of the university community, fostering a deeper connection to our Jesuit Catholic heritage in constant dialogue with our concrete realities.
  • Partnership: We partner with individuals, departments, and organizations across campus to collaboratively integrate mission-aligned initiatives and educational priorities.
  • Support: We support ongoing learning and development that empowers students, faculty, and staff to deepen their understanding and experience of the Ignatian way of proceeding.
  • Sponsorship: We sponsor programs and events that enrich our campus culture, embodying our core values and fostering a commitment to justice and care.
  • Consultation: We consult on strategies and practices that effectively weave the Jesuit Catholic mission into daily work, academic pursuits, and spiritual formation.

LET'S WORK TOGETHER!

Staff and faculty standing at a round table discussing.The Division of Mission Integration is excited to work with University and Community partners. Let us know how we can collaborate by filling out this form

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MISSION PRIORITY EXAMEN

The Mission Priority Examen (MPE) process integrates a centuries-old practice of Ignatian reflection with clear pathways for dialogue and mission growth, thus linking the sponsorship of the Society of Jesus to the mission of the university.

Learn More About the MPE
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HOW WE SERVE THE UNIVERSITY

We advance and support the work of anchoring Seattle University in its Jesuit and Catholic character by:

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ANIMATING AN IGNATIAN WAY OF PROCEEDING ON CAMPUS

An Ignatian way of proceeding is one grounded in the charism and spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Rooted in The Spiritual Exercises, this way of proceeding centers love as the foundation, while pursuing something more, with constant attention to the person(s) before us. The gives Seattle University a campus culture that fosters within our students, faculty, staff, and leaders a commitment to personal responsibility, compassion, forgiveness, respect, a habit of reflection, and holistic understanding of mind, body, and soul.

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EMBODYING AND CULTIVATING A CULTURE OF CARE

A hallmark of Jesuit education is the cura personalis we embody and cultivate for everyone in the University community. In The Spiritual Exercises, St. Ignatius pays particular attention to the emotional, physical, and spiritual well being of people. Seattle University embodies and cultivates a culture of care that continues that tradition with attention to holistic growth, respect for others, creating community and support, and underscoring the value of self-care.

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CREATING SPACES TO ENCOUNTER THE DIVINE

Whether the space is a building like our architecturally award winning Chapel of St. Ignatius; quiet, reflective opportunities like retreats; prayerful moments like vigils or liturgies; or conversations with others seeking to find the good in ourselves, others, and the world, Mission Integration creates spaces and ways to encounter the Divine. Respectful of the breadth and depth of ways people experience the spiritual and transcendent, space, time, and attention is given for the Divine to be present and at work in our lives.

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PROMOTING A FAITH THAT SEEKS AND DOES JUSTICE

A Faith that Seeks and Does Justice grounds active engagement in addressing social inequities, inequalities, and issues in a spiritual foundation that animates the work. Love, compassion, and the human dignity we show with and for others leads us to acts of service, charity, advocacy, education, empowerment, and deep abiding systemic change. 

MEET THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE WORK WE DO

Let's Collaborate!

The Office of the Vice President for Mission Integration is part of Seattle University's senior leadership and works to ensure the Jesuit Catholic mission is embedded across all areas of university life. The office brings together the Center for Jesuit Education and University Ministry, fostering formation, education, and engagement opportunities that serve the entire university community. Through the collaboration of its dedicated team, the office supports initiatives that integrate mission and values into the daily life and work of the institution.

Catherine Punsalan-Malimos, PhD
Vice President for Mission Integration
punsalanc@seattleu.edu

Colette Taylor, EdD
Special Assistant to the Vice President
taylorco@seattleu.edu

Eddie Salazar
Administrative Coordinator
salazare@seattleu.edu

Eloho Okoloko
Marketing and Communication Coordinator
eokoloko@seattleu.edu

Jennifer Tilghman-Havens
Assistant Vice President for Mission Integration
tilghman@seattleu.edu

Luke Lavin, PhD
Assistant Vice President for University Ministry
llavin@seattleu.edu

Rhea Sandstrom
Executive Coordinator
rsandstrom@seattleu.edu

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Ellacuria Scholar
escolar@seattleu.edu

The Center for Jesuit Education (CJE) within Mission Formation serves the entire Seattle University community, offering programs, resources, and accompaniment to help integrate the Jesuit Catholic mission into all aspects of university life. We provide opportunities for reflection, learning, and collaboration that support personal and professional growth, inside and outside the classroom.

Andrea Fontana
Associate Director
fontanan@seattleu.edu

Colette Taylor, EdD
Professor for Educational and Organizational Learning and Leadership
taylorco@seattleu.edu

Donna Teevan, PhD
Associate Professor for Theology & Religion
dteevan@seattleu.edu

Jennifer Tilghman-Havens
Executive Director
tilghman@seattleu.edu

Yancy Hughes Dominik, PhD
Teaching Professor for Philosophy
dominik@seattleu.edu

University Ministry (UM) at Seattle University seeks to foster spiritual exploration and integration, cultivate inclusive communal prayer and liturgical life, promote faith that accompanies and encounters, and deepen the understanding and practice of Ignatian spirituality within the university community.

University Ministers

Angelo Neri Alfonso
Liturgy Coordinator
aalfonso@seattleu.edu

Brian Taberski, EdD
Associate Director for Liturgy, Worship and Formation
taberski@seattleu.edu

Luke Lavin, PhD
Assistant Vice President, University Ministry
llavin@seattleu.edu

Mackenzie Gass
Retreats Coordinator
mgass@seattleu.edu

Megan Kush
Associate Director of Pastoral Care
kushmegan@seattleu.edu

Chaplains

Fr Jerry Cobb, SJ
Alumni Chaplain
JCOBB@seattleu.edu

Fr. Natch Ohno, SJ
Univerisity Chaplain
nohno@seattleu.edu

Fr. Paul Janowaik, SJ
Chaplain for the Chapel of St. Ignatius
janowaik@seattleu.edu

Yasin Ahmed
Muslim Chaplain
yahmed2@seattleu.edu

Resident Ministers

Brandon Tacadena
Resident Minister for Campion Hall
btacadena@seattleu.edu

Deanne Liu
Resident Minister for Bellarmine Hall
deannel@seattleu.edu

Marissa Olivares Morales
Resident Minister for Xavier, Vi Hilbert, and Yobi
molivaresmorales@seattleu.edu

Marissa Robledo
Resident Minister for Chardin, Douglas, Murphy, and Kolvenbach
mrobledo@seattleu.edu

Paige Gardner, PhD
Resident Minister for Campion Hall
gardnerp@seattleu.edu

Russel Powell, PhD
Resident Minister for Bellarmine Hall
rpowell@seattleu.edu

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