In order for the Pacific University alumni to reach out and give back to the current student body, the Alumni Mentor Program was introduced in the fall of 2014. The Alumni Mentor Program carefully pairs current students with mentors and … Continued
Three vocal members of the Student Senate represent the off campus student population. Seniors Hayley Palmer and Anuhea Wall, and junior Taylor Farris are working toward a better communication method between students living off campus and Student Senate. According to … Continued
Volunteer opportunities within campus groups are plentiful. Whether it’s volunteering at a senior home, a local school or a soup kitchen, students are able to get involved in their communities in more ways than one. The Phi Eta Sigma Honorary … Continued
A graduation speaker’s role is to give one final speech that will enlighten the audience and give all of the graduating students inspiration to go out into the world and make a difference. Yet, the challenge is finding someone who … Continued
A new major has been announced for those Pacific students interested in tackling issues of crime, justice and social policy. Starting in Fall 2015, the university is offering the Criminal Justice, Law and Society major. “For years now, we’ve had … Continued
After a rocky start, Food Service Director Sam Currie and the dining staff have worked their way into students’ hearts and, finally, their stomachs. When Currie and the new Aramark team inherited dining services the University Center was still inaccessible, … Continued
“In an effort to increase funding for student scholarships, Pacific revamped a campaign targeted at raising money for student scholarships,” President Lesley Hallick said at a forum on Feb. 25. The forum, “Coffee with the President,” is part of a … Continued
In Guatemala, an 80-year-old woman received cataract surgery, transforming her visual world. Her newfound sight prolonged her life and allowed her to continue living a fulfilling life. An elderly man would mistake his grandchildren playing on the ground for their … Continued
“Seniors should get comfortable with being uncomfortable,” were the words of advice for life after graduation from Career Development Center Director Brian O’Driscoll. The countdown to graduation is in full effect and he highly recommends seniors to utilize every opportunity … Continued
Those looking for a local way to help people and communities ravaged by the Ebola virus may be interested in a project started by Pacific Art Professor Doug Anderson. The Ebola Domino Project was conceived by Anderson. As the disease … Continued
Pacific University is saying goodbye to a key member of the financial aid office this semester, Director of Financial Aid Mike Johnson. Johnson has worked at Pacific for fifteen of the past nineteen years, starting his first term of employment … Continued
When talking to students with mobility issues about the Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, ADA, on the Pacific Force Grove campus there was some uncertainty as to whether the mobility issue is temporary or long-standing. Students who have dealt with … Continued