Cross country Boxers run up Pacific’s All Time list
The 2011-12 Pacific University cross country team kicked off the season at the Puget Sound Invitational on Sept. 3. The women’s team placed first and men’s team placed second. The Invitational previewed what the teams are bringing this season. Junior, … Continued
Expectations high, future focus on strong finish in NWC
Putting their preseason losses behind them, Head Coach Keith Buckley is still confident the football team is headed in the right direction. “We have clearly showed progress and we are on the right track to get wins this year. We … Continued
Changes made to alcohol policy
A new change to the Residence Hall Handbook now allows 21-year-old students in residence halls to have and consume alcohol in the same room as underage roommates. According to Residence Life Program and Conduct Coordinator Lindsey Blem, other than that, … Continued
Housing makes changes for new year
Whether returning for another year or settling in for the first time, students at Pacific can appreciate the changes implemented by Housing and Residence Life. By the end of September, most residence halls will have a print and copy station … Continued
B Street Farm: Promoting sustainable living ideas
When it comes to B Street Farm, people really do make the difference. The caretaker of the farm, Miguel Cervantes, is one of those people. Whether he is feeding the animals or assisting a student with a project, Cervantes is … Continued
Pacific clubs look for new members
Members from various different clubs, fraternities and sororities at Pacific set up tables covered in candy, pamphlets and sign-up sheets at the annual Club and Organization Fair last Thursday. Tables were set up around the volleyball court, while music played, … Continued
Pacific remembers September 11
Most Americans remember exactly where they were ten years ago when the twin towers of the World Trade Center were attacked. In the years since 9/11, some have healed, some have held onto their pain and many have given their … Continued
Registration, major declaration updated
As of last year, Pacific offers an online way to add and drop classes. Prior to last April, students filled out paper applications for course registration and later adding or dropping of classes. The program was a huge hit among … Continued
Film series looks at global sustainability
Every Tuesday from Sept. 13 through Nov. 15, the languages department will be holding its Global Sustainability Film Series. Made possible with funding from the Elise Elliot Academic Fund, this series consists of 10 international films. It is free to … Continued
Staff Editorial: Beware of bugs
Metal and plastic are on campus life’s must-have list this year, but not because it’s stylish. Pacific’s on-going battle with bed bugs left a great deal of furniture out in the cold as Housing and Residence Life enacted a ban … Continued
Guest Commentary: Real World: Lost its spark?
Real World, a small sliver of orientation performed by POD leaders, was such a pivotal part of my orientation process (and to others I’ve spoken with) and I’m saddened to see the tradition lose its spark and importance with new … Continued
New editor encourages campus participation
As the new opinion editor of The Pacific Index, I thought I would take this opportunity to introduce myself and share my vision for the upcoming school year. I would like to see more guest contributors this year. I want … Continued