Porscha
SPU is a small community where you will quickly get to know most of the undergraduate population. SPU is a Christian university and this will be present during involvement on campus and in the classroom--but not overwhelmingly so. Professors engage students and like diverse and critical thinking.
Andrew
We are far more close-knit and community-oriented than many other schools.
Nichole
Seattle Pacific University is really focused on the "therapist as self," which helps you understand who you are, which gives you a stronger base to work off of. You cant help others if your struggling. It is also faith based, which I wanted. It incorporates children as well, and doesnt just focus on adults.
Olivia
Students love being there and they love being with each other. The community is generally very genuine and it makes you feel at home. Students are actively involved in and off campus in a myriad of service activities. Life at SPU definitely is driven by a commitment to service and a commitment to equipping ourselves to go out and change the world somehow. Located in the heart of the ever diverse Seattle, SPU is full of aspiring scientists, graphic designers, nurses, teachers, and business men/women alike, and hobbying photographers, hikers, long-boarders, slackliners and of course, plenty of hipsters!
Caleb
The environment is simply different at SPU. The students are very friendly and kind. There is a sense of comfort and belonging when you are walking around campus and it makes you want to be a part of it. It is a small enough school where you can truly invest in relationships and know everyone. The professors are well respected in their fields of study and will challenge you to think about various issues from different perspectives. The professors want students to succeed and will do whatever they can to make that happen.
Aysha
Seattle Pacific is unique because it is a Christian-based school. On campus everyone is involved and happy to help others out. It's a big deal in my eyes to have a feeling of security at a school; Seattle Pacific is filled with people that care and want to change the world for the better. The professors even care if you pass or fail compared to large public universities who think it's a game to see how many students they can weave out. Seattle Pacific basically is a "home away from home".
Jayde
Without a doubt, what sets SPU apart is it's community. I know a lot of places might say this but I was honestly amazed when I came here and began to make connctions with people around campus. The environment that the univeristy works to foster is so perfect for anyone willing to have or be a friend, and you can't help but find positive influences to grow with and by. Not only do they encourage personal growth in a relational sense but also when it comes to academics and in developing plans for the future.
Kelly
Seattle Pacific is a very unique school because even though it is a private christian school, you do not have to be christian to go here. It teaches christian theology and educates you in it, so christians and non-christians can learn more about the religion. Also, SPU is the only school that i know of that has such a loving community. You can literally walk up to anyone on campus and have a great conversation with them about anything.
Young
There is a strong emphasis on spirituality and learning beyond the classroom. The location of the school is wonderful, it is close enough to downtown to hang out, but far enough to feel safe.
jawea
People truly care abou you there.