Let’s talk about managing stress
At just over halfway through fall semester, students are probably well-acquainted with stress by now. It is a feeling a lot of people experience on a university campus. But what exactly is stress? Stress is the body’s way of responding … Continued
American Sign Language Club and curriculum grow
Pacific University’s American Sign Language Club began three years ago. The class was introduced to the curriculum a year after the club came into existence. The sign language club is open to anybody who is interested. Students from both the … Continued
Student Senate President, CPS stress safety on Halloween
Costumes, candy, and a safe party makes Halloween a favorite holiday for many students at Pacific University. Students should remember that staying safe is the most important thing to do this holiday season. A great way to do that is … Continued
Campus Wellness Director weighs in on Kavanaugh hearing and sexual assault in America
The sexual assault hearing and appointment of Justice Brett Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court early this month marked a pivotal moment for how the United States views and treats sexual assault and sexual assault survivors. President Donald Trump … Continued
Title IX Coordinator discusses reporting system and resources
CORRECTION-In the Oct. 25 issue of The Pacific Index, a story about Title IX with the headline “Title IX Coordinator discusses reporting system and resources” reported incorrect information. The article reported that if a case involved a student-to-student issue, the … Continued
Campus Public Safety team welcomes new officer
Campus Public Safety (CPS) is a force of officers dedicated to providing the Pacific University community with a sense of security and protection. While having a present, friendly and readily available force of trained officers adds a sense of safety … Continued
Financial Peace University offers faculty members courses to better budget
Pacific University staff may have a new way to manage their money with a little help. This October brings about the first session of Financial Peace University, offered to all university staff. This program, being offered in the form of … Continued
Social Justice Retreat motivates positive change on campus
The application for Pacific University’s annual Social Justice Retreat is still open. The overnight retreat will be three days and two nights and will take place at the Cedar Ridge Retreat and Conference Center in Vernonia at the end of … Continued
Centers partner to provide food relief to students in need
Pacific University’s food share program “Food for All” is running low on food that students are in need of. The Center for a Sustainable Society (CSS) is partnering with the Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) to have a fundraising campaign … Continued
Clery Report
Pacific University’s annual Clery Act Crime Statistics have been released for the 2017 calendar year. These reports are in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, better known as the Clery Act, … Continued
Student receives Boxer of the Month honor from university athletic department
Entering his senior season of football at Pacific University Cole Thomas was ready to make an impact on the defensive side of the ball from the first snap. His physicality and playmaking ability lead him to be September’s Boxer of … Continued
Ivkovic dominates early as team progresses
Coming off of the most successful season in Pacific volleyball history and being ranked number 22 in the country for the middle blocker position, junior Mila Ivkovic has made herself worthy of the Boxer of the Month award at Pacific … Continued