Changing the World in Peace
April summit teaches attendees strategies to engage in the community On April 6, the McCall Center for Civic Engagement will host its first Annual Spirit of Civic Engagement Summit, with the theme being “Balanced Activism: Staying Engaged without Being Consumed.” … Continued
United as One
The details of this year’s Lūʻau and Hōʻike In Samoan, “tatou o fa’atasi” means “united as one.” It is the idea that everyone and everything is woven together. Through tatou o fa’atasi, people with different backgrounds, experiences, and cultures are … Continued
Boxer Softball and Baseball work their way to make it to the top
At the far end of campus Boxer men’s baseball and women’s softball fight their way through their ongoing season. Losing key players as well as staff changes, Boxer baseball and softball have experienced a number of setbacks this year, but … Continued
Transitioning NCAA’s Transgender Rules Long-Distance Runner Joey Grafton Sets the Pace
NCAA changes the 12-year-old Transgender Student-Athlete Participation Policy for the worse Two years ago, transgender woman swimmer Lia Thomas of the University of Pennsylvania took home a national championship in the women’s 500-meter freestyle—and, in the process, ignited an ongoing … Continued
20 Miles from the Epicenter
A conversation about the fentanyl crises On January 18, Portland declared a State of Emergency to address the fentanyl crisis that, like many west coast cities, has ravaged thousands; a potent synthetic drug, fentanyl deaths have raced upwards more than … Continued
To-Go Program Is Too-Gone
Dining Services has put a temporary pause on the to-go box program Between packed course loads, long work days, and conflicting practice schedules, Pacific students have grown to rely on the to-go box program to get through the day. Whether … Continued
What is Going on With Pacific Priority?
An explanation of the new Pacific Priority program Announced in an email on March 4, Pacific University launched a new undergraduate program called Pacific Priority. Directing its focus towards motivated students with the intent of pursuing academics at a higher … Continued
What’s Going on with the Philosophy Department?
Questions remain after Professor Ian O’Loughlin’s reassignment Shortly following a Winter Term class in Greece this January, it was revealed that Dr. Ian O’Loughlin, the trip leader and Chair of Pacific’s Philosophy Department, was having an intimate relationship with one … Continued
Laughter as the Avenue for Contemplation
A Preview for One Woman, Too Much “One Woman, Too Much” is a play written by Professor Ellen Margolis, Pacific’s Theatre & Dance Department Chair. The play has a lot going on, but the central message warns against taking on … Continued
Capturing Chapters: A Journey Through the Lens of John Wimberley
Exploring the landscapes, rock art, and underwater wonders that define an iconic photographer’s career. On March 7, Cawein Gallery closed its first official art exhibition after the remodel of Pacific’s AuCoin Hall. Titled “Chapters,” the gallery featured the work of … Continued
NCAA Sports Betting
The DIII athlete’s sports bet the most among all NCAA divisions. In 2018, the Supreme Court gave freedom to individual states whether to legalize sports betting. Including Oregon, 38 states have done so, with 29 allowing online wagering. It has … Continued
Diving Into The Deep Ends
Pacific student represents the NWC at NCAA conferences. Whether in the pool at the Forest Grove Aquatic Center or halfway across the country, Maddie Russell has always found herself invested in the world of sports. And, as she concludes her … Continued