Breakfast unites former, future alumni
One of the missions of Pacific’s homecoming celebration is to welcome back former Boxers and familiarize them with Pacific currently as a student body and university. Alumni Relations managed to achieve this goal once again by hosting the alumni pancake … Continued
Pacific community brings homecoming spirit
Homecoming weekend was filled with events for both students and alumni to welcome in a new academic year. On Friday, Sept. 28, the annual Noise Parade offered many loud and rowdy floats including Delta Chi Delta sorority, who dressed up … Continued
Sustainability center starts up
The university started a Center for a Sustainability Society in July and I have the good fortune of directing the center. In this and in future articles, I hope to tell you why we started the center and what we hope … Continued
Students unite, join fight against cancer
Vice President of Colleges Against Cancer Kathryn Onley is not an everyday advocate for cancer awareness. Onley’s service to the club comes from the impact this disease has had on her family. During her senior year of high school, Onley’s … Continued
Education majors show bleak outlook
For many students still in school, there are little-to-no jobs waiting for them after college. This is a very harsh reality for those who want to be a teacher in Oregon. Senior Mike McGuire has wanted to be a teacher … Continued
Panel discusses reality of student loans
For the first time in history, the debt Americans owe due to college-related costs is higher than the amount they owe in credit card debt by more than $5 billion. Current, former and future students alike are being hit with … Continued
Index executive editor chides paper burners
I am often proud to tell people that I attend Pacific University. It is a place I can call home and I can revere for the education I have received from genuine, caring people. I can also take pride in … Continued
Boxer tales incorporate storytelling, marketing
Every student, faculty member and professor that comes to Pacific University has a story to tell. To be able to record and distribute just one of those messages to the student body takes a significant amount of time and energy. … Continued
Scholars exchange culture, ideas
In Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico, a very common stress on migrants is the psychological effects that arise when splitting life between their native land and a foreign one. To better understand these strains and the effects they have, associate professor Robin … Continued
Instructor sees bright future for dance
At 9:40 a.m., some students are recovering from the strain of early morning classes and some are just waking up to start their day. But in the small, bright dance studio next to Tom Miles Theatre, vibrant, heavy percussion bounces … Continued
Cinematic Magic with Ellen Bialik: “Pitch Perfect” is sweet music to the ears
“Pitch Perfect” is an unexpected bout of comedic genius hidden behind the premise of a feel-good chick flick. Have yet to lay your eyes on the trailer? Good. Walk in blind. Trust me—half the fun is not knowing what the … Continued
Center pushes for green living
Ever wanted to do something over the weekend but needed transportation? Ever wonder if the weight room machines could do more than tone? Pacific is working toward making these and much more possible. The Center for a Sustainable Society hit … Continued