Star Light, Star Bright
The many options of parallel universes layer in a play starring current students, and directed by an alumni The Pacific University Theatre department will debut their winter show, Constellations, by Nick Payne, Feb. 9-12. Directed by Pacific alumni Elliot Lorenc … Continued
It’s 2023, and Yik Yak Still Sucks
YikYak has had high reports of cyberbullying recently on the Pacific Universities campus. Over the past year, Yik Yak has returned to campus with a vengeance. Unlike social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok that create expansive universes … Continued
Small, But Mighty
Boxer Swim Make Their First Splash of 2023 “I always splash myself with water right before my race; it’s a way for me to adapt to the water,” Madelyn Russell, a junior on the Pacific University Swim team, explained. “Pre-race … Continued
Stay in the Loop with the Hoop
Boxer Basketball is in full swing as the men’s, and women’s teams continue to succeed in the win column this year. At this point in the season, both teams sit 2-0 in conference games, and both are north of the … Continued
Capstone Conversations with Grace Alexandria
A Pacific senior speaks on the process of creative writing capstones In the cold of winter, some choose to find comfort in a good book. A select few find comfort in writing a good book instead of venturing into the … Continued
Pacific Removes First Alumnus’s Name From Building
Harvey W. Scott: Alumni, Editor, Racist Pacific University’s President Jenny Coyle has announced the renaming of the Forest Grove Campus building Scott Hall following a searing article describing the racism and bigotry of the building’s namesake published by The Oregonian. … Continued
A Postponed Trial, A Bar Investigation, and A Clash of Perspectives
Two key figures comment on a suite of lawsuits facing Pacific University In November, The Pacific Index reported on a suite of lawsuits against Pacific University alleging wrongful termination of professors, phony Title IX investigations, and much more. In the … Continued
New Year, New Food
Forest Grove is known for many wonderful qualities, but the fast food selection is not one. Yet, the town is steadily growing in the right direction. Forest Grove is adding new fast food, bakeries, and dinner spots to its menu … Continued
Oh, the Places Boxers Go!
Study Abroad Opportunities On The Horizon To study abroad or not to study abroad, that is the question that has plagued the minds of Pacific students since the program came to be. For some, an easy question, as it is … Continued
Boxer are Nuts for Squirrels and Raccoons
Insight on the furry creatures that share Pacific University as their home You see them, you know them, you love them. The Western Gray Squirrel and the Common Raccoon. Probably outnumbering students on campus. And if mascots were chosen … Continued
Back to the Mat
Boxer Wrestling competition has begun for this winter season. Roll out the mats because wrestling season is among us, and Boxer wrestling teams are looking to make some noise this season. The past couple of years in wrestling have been … Continued
Christmas Comes Early to Outdoor Pursuits
Outdoor Pursuits finalizes plans for new building The Holidays are almost here, and Outdoor Pursuits has some big improvements on their wishlist. For the Outdoor Pursuits team, this year was filled with many new adventures—and a new face; namely, the … Continued