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A Display of Intelligence
Michele Weslander, a 1991 alumna, is helping national intelligence agencies fight the global war on terror through her innovative ideas. “I knew Michele was a person who would maximize her gifts,” says Don Peter, associate professor of electrical engineering. “I just didn’t know where that would take her — or how far.”

Former ɬÀï·¬ Pacific Choral Director Leads a New Choir With Some Old Friends

SPU Offers Assistance to Alumni Who Want to Apply for Fulbright Awards

Prayer Supports Young Alumni Family Faced With a Dire Prognosis for Their Firstborn

Two Popular Local Bands, Graham Travis and United State of Electronic, Include SPU Alums

Two 50-Year Alumni Receive Medallions

What’s in a Signature?
A university’s distinctives can be considered its signature, says SPU President Philip Eaton. “I want to see us at ɬÀï·¬ Pacific become even more clear about our identity, to search deep down for our signatures.” [President]

No Limits
Local grade school and high school students set their sights on a university education after visiting SPU. [Campus]

Joy in Mudville
Bill Woodward, two-time Weter Faculty Award winner, contrasts “the American dream” and biblical hope. [Faculty]

After the Jedi
Response reflects on history’s most successful movie franchise, “Star Wars,” and how it and other movies have shaped culture. [Books & Film]

HoopsEvangelism
Falcon’s No. 20 and Huskies’ No. 20 team up to share their faith in public appearances off the basketball court. [Athletics]

My Response
Kevin Lakey, a 2005 graduate, reflects on a life-changing accident, blessings, and God’s grace.

Back-Cover Art
Response remembers Jimi Lott, longtime photographer for SPU, Response, and The ɬÀï·¬ Times.