The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic has created a new environment for shelters and animal rescues, as a need to keep safe and socially distant has met with increased demand for adoptions
Pacific is acting as a certified pandemic vaccinator, providing vaccination clinics for qualifying members of the community.
Earlier this month, Pacific University announced that study abroad programs for spring semester have been canceled.
This semester, despite the global pandemic shutting down international travel, Pacific has launched its Global Scholars program, aimed towards making student education more focused on international and diverse perspectives.
For many small restaurants and cafes in Forest Grove, the start of the semester has been a chance to draw in new and returning customers at a time when many are choosing not to eat out.