Van Hoon hits help sweep George Fox
Jared Van Hoon plays two very different positions for the Boxer baseball team, shortstop and pitcher. For him both positions have their advantages. “When I play shortstop I get to hit, but when I pitch I have more control over … Continued
Looking for some Northwest culture? Try the Blazers
Here at Pacific, and at most college campuses for that matter, students are encouraged to share their own cultures with others, and in turn, reciprocate by being open to new experiences one may not encounter outside of the college setting; … Continued
From the 808 to the 503: Spring Break
As the second wave of mid-terms looms ever closer and homework begins piling up past our ears, spring break is the beautiful escape we’ve all been waiting for. Wallowing in lost hours of sleep, we can only tread water for … Continued
Letter: Administration deserves respect, not resentment
Sean Mills’ commentary, “Green for growth or just the sake of green” in the Mar. 3 edition of The Pacific Index contained what I can only hope was an attempt at humor and hyperbole about our President and Board of … Continued
Letter: Students follies their own business
Choosing not to publish incident reports has more to do with students than with wanting to put the university’s “best foot forward.” True, the Index did not publish the names of those involved, but Pacific is a small school, and … Continued
Letter: Incident report hassle a misunderstanding
In response to The Pacific Index editorial titled “CPS reports withheld from Index,” 3 March 2011: The University has provided summary information of campus incident reports to The Pacific Index in the past and this summary will continue to be provided in the future … Continued
Editorial: Tragedy serves as reminder to stay safe behind the wheel
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day from The Pacific Index! Our staff wishes everyone a fun, relaxing holiday and transition into spring break. However, we would like to take a moment to be serious. The last month of Pacific history met the … Continued
New minors added to Arts & Sciences for 2011-12
Pacific University’s College of Arts and Sciences may welcome a few new minors to the curriculum this April including one for the Media Arts Department and one for the Environmental Studies Department. Forensics Director Dan Broyles and Environmental Studies Chair … Continued
Aramark chef grills his last Boxer Burger
With ball and chain cast off, one of Aramark’s comedy routines is headed out of the Grove. After four years serving up smiles, laughs and good eats in the Real Food on Campus cafeteria in the University Center, “jack of … Continued
Faculty vote to change study abroad eligibility
The world just opened up to Pacific’s sophomores. A proposal that went before the Arts and Sciences faculty was approved in the beginning of March officially allowing sophomores to participate in semester study abroad. In the past, students were unable … Continued
Pacific student travels to Prague: Conference provides global perspectives
Pacific history professor Lisa Szefel will travel to Prague, Czech Republic this summer with a student for the International Youth Leadership Conference. The conference focuses on international politics, relations and justice. It is designed to help students develop their leadership … Continued
Music, dance groove the Grove: Lip Sync proves to be “raving” success
An urgent email was sent out March 10, which read, “Lip Sync… is in trouble and needs your help.” At the time of the email, only three groups had signed up to perform for the annual Lip Sync show. In … Continued