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News for the students of Pacific University
Pacific University in the News: May 17-23, 2013
Selected news stories featuring or mentioning the university that published May 17-23.
Community Wind Ensemble Seeking New Members for Fall 2013
Portland Community College Symphonic Band is recruiting new members for Fall 2013. All musicians with at least high school proficiency are welcome. Please visit the band's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/PCCSymphonicBand for details and contact info.
Pharos Printing Maintenance June 2nd
On Sunday, June 2nd, UIS will be upgrading the servers that run the "Pharos" public printers beginning at 8AM. During this time the public printers will be unavailable until the upgrade is complete.
Reduced Staffing May 27 - 31 for Office of International Programs
Staff in the Office of International Programs will be attending a conference May 27 - 31st, 2013. The office will be open, but with limited staffing through the English Language Institute.
Pacific University Plans Campus Upgrades, New Programs
The Board of Trustees has approved a bond refinance that will fund improvements on the Forest Grove Campus, as well as six new programs of study.
Baseball Coach Greg Bradley To Retire Following 2014 Season
The longtime coach will end his career after next season as he battles the early onset of Parkinson's Disease.
Providence Physical Therapist to Teach Kinesiology for Dancers
Anne Huffington-Carroll, expert physical therapist and former professional dancer, specializes in dance rehabilitation and persistent pain. She will join Pacific's dance program to teach kinesiology for dancers, both fall 2013 and spring 2014.
Professional Programs Graduates Ready to Help Others
Nearly 320 students within the colleges of Education, Health Professions and Optometry earn their professional degrees.
Class of 2013 Celebrates
Nearly 300 students participate in commencement ceremony signifying the completion of their undergraduate studies.
Blaise Holden '13 Earns Fulbright Scholarship
The senior from Colorado will travel to Belgium to work with others on treatment for young people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Registrar's Office Closed on May 24
The Registrar's Office will be closed on May 24 for a Staff Retreat. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause.
Student Counseling Center Summer Hours
Student Counseling Center summer hours
Campus Public Safety Announcement
Welcoming Bob Black, manager of environmental health and safety.
Pacific Alumnus Candidate for Wild Kingdom
Alumnus Charles Lee '09 can be the next Wild Guide for Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom, but he needs your help!
Library Summer Hours
The Forest Grove Campus Library's summer hours continue through Sunday, Aug. 25. Fall 2013 hours will begin Monday, Aug. 26.
Visit the Pacific Woodburn Site
Follow events and happenings in Woodburn.
Sustainability Internship Opportunity
Paid Internship with Boxer Dining
Physics Major Alec Bowcock '13 Presents Research on Capitol Hill
The soon-to-be graduate from Warren is among just 60 students nationwide selected for the Council on Undergraduate Research event in D.C. last month.
Facilities Work Order Deadline
During the summer months the Facilities Department puts its efforts into the university residential hall repairs and remodels. We are unable to accept work orders.
FY 2012-13 Year-End Closing Deadlines & Procedures
FY 2012-13 Year-End Closing Deadlines & Procedures
USTA Women's Pro Tennis Challenger Volunteer Opportunities!
The Greater Portland Tennis Council and Oregon Sports Authority are seeking volunteers for the first ever USTA Women's Pro Tennis Challenger event in Portland, July 14-21 at Tualatin Hills Tennis Center.
Bookstore Summer Hours Start Soon
Bookstore summer hours start May 20.
Pacific Named Organization of Year by Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce
Award recognizes Pacific's strong commitment to the Hillsboro community.
Community Collaboration Awards Recognize Students, Faculty, Partners
Pacific's Center for Civic Engagement and Office of Diversity honor those who help others
Mathematics faculty member earns prestigious $35,000 grant for research/travel
Dr. Christine Guenther, mathematics professor in the School of Natural Sciences, College of Arts & Sciences, receives prestigious Simons Foundation grant for research collaboration.
