Our first faculty highlight is Dr. Stephanie Neill, Associate Professor of Counseling Psychology. Dr. Neill is a clinical psychologist who has been practicing in Western Washington since 1990, and in the Los Angeles area prior to that. In addition to private practice, she served as teaching assistant at Rosemead School of Psychology and as an […]
We shake with joy, we shake with grief. What a time they have, these two housed as they are in the same body. –Mary Oliver Being human is complex—especially being human in a body. There are moments in life when the tensions we hold are simply overwhelming, disorienting, and beyond language, like losing someone we […]
“Learning takes your whole body. ” – Dr. J. Derek McNeil, President & Provost Many of you have been drawn to this learning community at The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology by the conviction that the fullness of your being should be heard, met, and taken seriously. Along with this conviction comes a core […]
Matriculate | transitive verb: to enroll as a member of a body and especially of a college or university Introducing Matriculate, a special series on our Intersections blog, where our admissions team, faculty, staff, alumni, and current students come together to welcome and resource incoming students navigating the liminal space between enrolling and fully matriculating. […]
Applying to graduate school is no small endeavor. Oftentimes, merely the decision to begin an application is one that has been thought out for quite some time. Our application process, from the moment you express interest in a program to submitting your completed application, is thoughtfully designed to engage you as a whole person. We […]
My family’s journey to Seattle has marked our lives in more ways than we could have imagined. After searching for a school that fit my husband’s desire to engage theology and social justice, and to also provide training for mental health counseling, we discovered The Seattle School. After visiting, we felt sure that this was […]
Soon, you will cross the narrow threshold at 2501 Elliott Ave, stepping from the weathered smells of saltwater and railroad tracks into the scents of coffee, books, and the stories that have been and are still forming in and around you. The Seattle School is a community of intentional forming and re-forming, and in that […]
Rebecca Shirley, Manager of Student Life Programs, introduces incoming students to the events planned to welcome the 2019 cohort into The Seattle School community. Welcome, 2019 cohort! It is August! Which means that the fall term is just around the corner. We are thrilled to have you joining us on campus soon. I eagerly anticipate […]
Seattle has a wonderful local music scene and also attracts artists from all over the world. And it’s not just music – the city’s art and culture cultivation is out of this world! Here we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite music venues, festivals, groups, and museums to keep on your radar. Trust […]
As a student, it’s rare that you will need to go beyond our own library to get the resources you need for school. However, Seattle is home to some spectacular library services that many students find useful even outside of academic needs. They also make great places to study! The Seattle Public Library is one […]
August 22, 5:00-9:00pm at Golden Gardens Beach Park The Welcome (Back) Cookout is a dearly-loved Seattle School tradition hosted by Student Leadership. All students, spouses/partners, and families are invited! There will be hamburgers, veggie burgers, and hot dogs, and we ask that you bring a side dish or dessert to share. Feel free to bring blankets […]
One of the best parts about being located in the heart of a city is having access to amazing food and drink. As a student, you’ll likely begin to long for the times when you can break out of class and go grab a bite or a drink with a friend to decompress and have […]