Alumni Blog

Uncommon Impact - Recap

Posted by The Seattle University Alumni Association on November 6, 2019 at 11:11 AM PST

Group Photo of Portland Chapter LeadershipThe Uncommon Impact: Portland reception welcomed 50 alumni, parents and friends for an evening of celebrating Seattle University’s uncommon impact. Attendees were able to meet with President Stephen Sundborg, S.J., College of Arts and Sciences Dean David Powers as well as other university leaders and were introduced to the Portland Chapter leadership team. Watch the program by checking out the recording of the live stream or flipping through the Uncommon Impact: Portland photo album.

Attendees were impacted by the event, with one saying, “The presentation reminded me of the value of being educated in an institution that is based on Jesuit values. I had carried some mixed feelings about my education at SU. (I was a first generation college student and I think that because I was a strong student, it was assumed that I was knowledgeable about post-graduate opportunities. I needed much more guidance than I received.) This presentation helped me realize that what I did receive from SU was far more important than what I did not receive.”

The Portland Chapter leadership team is actively planning future events for the SU community in the greater Portland area, including a regional Day of Service project. Follow the Portland Chapter Facebook page for the latest updates. 

Celebrate the Holidays

Posted by The Seattle University Alumni Association on November 6, 2019 at 10:11 AM PST

Lit CandlesIt’s time to officially start getting ready for the holidays! Celebrate the season with your fellow Seattle University alumni by participating in the following family friendly events:

  • December 5 Tree Lighting

    Gather with us at Seattle U's Annual Tree Lighting from 6-8 p.m. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served in the Student Center Hearth, followed by a short program, caroling and, of course, the lighting of the tree in the Lemieux Library and McGoldrick Learning Commons Plaza.
  • December 6 & 7 Peace on Earth Seattle University Choir

    Get in the holiday spirit at the historic St. Joseph Church on Capitol Hill for the Seattle University Choirs’ annual Christmas concert. Be immersed in a spirit of celebration, reflection and joy through readings, carols old and new and an audience singalong.  

 

 

  • December 7 Alumni Advent Mass and Reception

     

    Join us in spiritual preparation and celebration for Christmas in the Chapel of St. Ignatius at Seattle University’s Advent Mass. Advent Mass will take place at 4:00 p.m. with the reception featuring food, beer and wine, children’s activities and photo opportunities immediately following in the Student Center. There will be a candle-lit procession from the chapel to the Student Center with festive holiday carols.