Seattle Pacific University Admissions
Demaray Hall Clock Tower is home to the Undergraduate Admissions office, Financial Aid office, Student Academic Services, classrooms and more. Seattle Pacific University admissions counselors are always here to assist and guide you through your experience at SPU.
Walking through campus Demaray is hard to miss because of the beautiful art along the sides of the clock tower. The designs on the tower represent the Trinity. It illustrates a rich theological design along all sides. One side shows more of a biological approach and symbols that give off energy and physical science. At the top of one of the panels, it signifies the Holy Spirit. The side we see in this photo, the south panel, shows more about human development and how Christ is represented in our lives. It symbolizes the human journey through history and life. Towards the top represents Christ, and below shows artifacts including, wheels, human skeleton and a bow and arrow.
Seattle Pacific University has become one of the nation’s top Christian universities so this clock tower might seem like any other ordinary clock but there is meaning behind each side. Seattle Pacific takes pride in leadership, human development, culture, and learning, taking a step inside Demaray Hall Clock Tower you will find many individuals willing to help and engage with you.
“In life there are often times you want a road map and you want to figure out where point A leads to point B. God will take us off roading and it is in those moments you realize there might be a fuller sense of life.”
(Stephen York – Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions)
The admissions team is committed to making you feel welcomed and accommodating to your needs. Each person in the admissions office has strategic plans to make a fluid, personable experience for anyone who walks through the door. Demaray is one of many buildings on campus, however it is one that you will meet people who are willing to facilitate to you as a future or current student, as well as help address the desires for those who have questions or need someone to communicate with.
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The admissions team consists of many departments, one being the welcome team. This is Sam and while Sam is not working on the clock is the office, he enjoys cooking for friends and family.
“We all have specific focuses while working but we are always helping each other out”
(Samarth Ashish – Welcome committee and student)
Seattle Pacific University has 71 majors and 59 minors, offering excellent academics. The admissions crew is broken up into many teams, however “we all work together” Sam says. From assistant directors of undergraduates, assistant director of visits and events, travel counselors, director is first year admissions, undergraduate admission counselors, senior undergraduate for multicultural outreach counselors, student outreach coordinators, transfer counselors, international admissions, the admissions staff is here to answer your questions and give you the information you need. The admissions office is location inside of Demaray Hall. You will be greeted with a smile and leave with answers and knowledge about moving forward in your college career.
“May 1st is our big dead line so having seasons where you’re so busy and not a lot of rest in between, it is a interesting role but worth it.”
(Kat Berg – Assistant Director of First Year Admissions)
The admissions team makes you feel supported and accepted no matter who you are or what your background looks like. Being a part of the admissions team consists of a lot of networking and connecting with potential future students as well as current students. The welcome team is essentially the face of the university as they are excited to bring you along the journey of learning and stepping into the next chapter of your life. The staff is motivated to get your college process started but is also aware of how nerve racking it might be for new students to adapt to this new change in their lives.
“As a counselor, it is all about communication.”
(Kat Berg – Assistant Director of First Year Admissions)
Several people on the admissions team are former students so they can give great insight on what your experience at Seattle Pacific University might look like. They team understands the importance of making personable connections with people and want you to leave feeling rejuvenated and prepared to take the next step forward. Overall, the admissions team is always here to help! They want to see you succeed, even if there are setbacks, they are supportive, kind and always willing to lend a helping hand.
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