Al dente: Pacific freshman claims to be within top 25 “Super Smash Bros.” players of Oregon state
When you ask Jonah Greenberg the kind of competition he experiences playing “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate” at Pacific University, he laughs and struggles to find an answer. That’s because, according to himself and teammates, he’s one of the top 25 … Continued
Local youth relies on own peers for suicide awareness, prevention
Are you thinking of killing yourself? That’s the first question suicide screeners ask students in the Hillsboro School District. The next is whether the student has any means to carry out a plan. Do they have rope? A gun? Have … Continued
Photography professor shares love for new home at university
Moving somewhere new is always a mixed bag; not only do you have to leave what you know, you have to make a new home as well. However, Pacific University’s new photography professor, David Brunn is quite satisfied with his … Continued
Civic Engagement: Student-led groups encourage greater community level involvement
With the end of the semester just around the corner, more civic engagement projects are cropping up all around campus. These projects range anywhere from beach and river cleanup events, to stress relieving projects, all spearheaded by Pacific University students. … Continued
Children flood campus for K-8 tour program
The Center for Alumni & Community Engagement is seeking student volunteers to guide K-8 students on campus tours. Hoping to encourage younger students to begin thinking about college, this program desires student guides who can create a warm, welcoming atmosphere … Continued
Boxer Food Share grows, partners with Oregon Food Bank
The Boxer FoodShare is hoping to prove an excellent example of a senior project gone right, as it continues to expand and provide for the Pacific University community. A part of the Center for a Sustainable Society (CSS), the foodshare … Continued
Día de los Muertos
For many, the first days of November usually entail unwinding from a Halloween festivities high and appreciating fall’s beauty. But for members of the Latinx, Chicanx and Hispanic communities, it’s Día de los Muertos — Day of the Dead. Día … Continued
Seasonal shift brings mental health misconceptions
Chilly, dark mornings. The shifting of clocks. Holiday malaise. The concept of “seasonal depression” seems to be popping up in conversations more frequently than ever, especially in Pacific University’s backyard; the Pacific Northwest. And while often mentioned by tired students … Continued
Rowing team able to grow, rebuild in time for spring
Pacific University’s Women’s Rowing team does not begin competing until March, but they’ve been working hard to rebuild as a team during the off season after losing their head coach just two years ago. “Having to rebuild a team suddenly … Continued
Men’s soccer hopes to conclude play on high note
Pacific University’s Men’s Soccer team has experienced a rough season which has led to a bittersweet ending for most of the seniors. Soccer has been a sport many of them have been playing since youth and this will be the … Continued
Men’s and women’s golf end fall season after successful run
As the fall season comes to a close for Pacific University’s Men’s and Women’s Golf team, both look to the past to improve their future. The two sides saw some great results from freshman and consistent numbers from returners, which … Continued
Student Counseling Center’s group sessions manage stress
This academic year marks the third year that Pacific University’s Student Counseling Center is offering Mindful Coping groups to students to help them develop skills and insights into how they handle distress in life, according to Staff Therapist, Allison Hajdu-Paulen. … Continued