Seattle Pacific University Seattle WA

The Seattle Pacific University was founded in 1891 and enjoys a distinguished and long history in Christian higher education. In the new century, the University has positioned itself to engage identical culture and influence the world towards common good.

A "scholar-Servant" model academic curriculum evolved in the 1970s that focused on the learning process as well as the individual. In 1975 the SPIRAL program was launched and instantly became a model for in-service teacher education in Washington State. In 1976 the University received a gift of 965 acres on Blakely Island which was transformed into an innovative research station. 1977 witnessed the christening of the institution as Seattle Pacific University. In 1980 strengthened its ties with the Evangelical community at large and the Free Methodist Church. The 1990s positioned the University as a premier Christian University of arts, science and professional studies. The centennial of the University was celebrated in 1991. As part of the celebrations, the University now has a $10 million Library serving as the heart of the academic program.

A 64,000 square foot Science Building opened in 2003 and simultaneously the Otto Miller Hall too underwent major renovation. Apart from the links provided in this article, you can also visit the following websites to learn more about this University.

http://www.spu.edu/

http://advance.spu.edu/giving/waystogive/

http://www.petersons.com/collegeprofiles/Profile.aspx?inunid=8599&sponsor=1

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