Around 6 p.m. on Jan. 23 an adjunct faculty member from Pacific University’s School of Dental Hygiene Studies on the Hillsboro campus was preparing to enter her car when she was approached by a man demanding she get away from the car. The … Continued
The snow storm at Pacific University over winter term posed many challenges for facilities and Campus Public Safety (CPS), several bags of Ice Melt were used on sidewalks around campus, plows were used to clear parking lots at the Hillsboro campus, dangers of trees or … Continued
Students and digital devices go hand in hand. Some students have laptops or tablets, but there are others who rely exclusively on university provided computers and technology. For students at Pacific University who rely on library computers or other university devices, the Technology Information Center (TIC) can help … Continued
The building on the corner of Main Street and Pacific Avenue had several structural problems. The roof leaked, the plumbing had issues and the apartments on the top floor suffered from mold. It was clear, the building needed a remodel. For about three to four years, … Continued
Byron Blandford, Black Student Union (BSU) president wants something different out of this year’s Black History Month. “I love Black History Month but it frustrates me because people have such a narrow idea about it,” Blandford said. “Black history month is more than a time to parade around and celebrate … Continued
This year, the College of Arts and Sciences at Pacific University will have to approve about $1 million in budget cuts from the requested budget, a much higher number than previous years. “We were asked to find about $600,000 last year in reduction so it’s not like … Continued
Happy New Year. It is now 2017 and you have most likely been asked, “what is your New Year’s resolution?” Did you make one? This is the time of year when people often feel they can start fresh to create … Continued
Pacific University’s Outdoor Pursuits (OP) program has been offering students the chance to explore the great outdoors for years. With spring semester just around the corner, students will once again be given the opportunity to venture away from their dorms … Continued
Pacific University, a liberal arts college, offers a wide range of courses to students. From political science to sociology to media arts and beyond, students may dabble in courses outside of their major. But what if there was one class … Continued
As deadlines for internships creep up on students, many are scrambling to complete applications. Internships are an important and essential part of the college experience. Internships provide students with the necessary experience to enter the workforce. Alumna Janae Sargent said … Continued
A former Pacific University doctoral student is suing the Forest Grove school, saying professors discriminated against her because she has disabilities. Rebekah Breyer, of Hillsboro, filed a lawsuit in federal court Jan. 9, alleging the private university discriminated against her because … Continued
The Pacific University athletic department has approved the plans to install a new turf field at Hanson Stadium this summer. The current turf was installed back in 2007 and is now in its 10th year of its 8-10 year lifespan. … Continued