Schedule of Events

 

Please RSVP by October 19th. Call 1.877.PAC.UNIV for more information.

 

All family members and Pacific University students are invited to participate in the Family Weekend events.  For details, see the schedule below.

 

Friday, October 23, 2009

3:00-4:30 pm  

Registration in Fireside Lounge

Please pick up your registration packet and schedule at the Fireside Lounge in the University Center.

     
3:30-4:30 pm  

Study Abroad Presentation, Taylor Auditorium, Marsh Hall

Join Steve Prag, Director of International Studies, and Pacific students as they present recent study abroad experiences.  Learn what to expect when participating in study abroad. 

     
4:30-5:30 pm  

Faculty Hosted Reception, Pacific University Library

Join our faculty for hosted wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks. This event is free.

     
7:30 pm  

Theater One Act Production, A Lovely Day Tom Miles Theater

A Lovely Day, written and directed by Randall Stuart.  This funny and thought-provoking story follows our innocent hero, P.T. Glee, as he makes some surprising new friends, falls in love, and stumbles into a revolutionary future.  A classic tale, full of magic and physical comedy, with spectacular sets and costumes made from recycled and re-purposed materials.  Call for tickets 503-352-2918 or purchase at the door. 

     
8:00 pm  

Philosophy Talk, McCready Hall, Taylor-Meade Performing Arts Center

Join us for a live taping of the NPR Radio show, Philosophy Talk.  Hosts Ken Taylor, Professor of Philosophy at Stanford University and John Perry, Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at University of California at Riverside will discuss "Mind Reading". 

     
     
8:00-9:30 pm  

Noise Parade

An important Pacific tradition.  Please wear your best Boxer attire and join us to assemble the Parent Float.  Don't miss this fun and spirited event!  Meet at the Abbott Center Parking Lot at 7:30pm to assemble the float.  Parade to follow.  Prizes will be announced after the parade at the Cannery Field on Cedar Sreet.  For more information email parents@pacificu.edu. 

     
10:00 pm  

Dance in the University Center

Come hear a great band!  Sponsored by the ACE Board.  Free.

 

Saturday, October 24, 2009

9:00-11:30 am  

Registration in Fireside Lounge

Please pick up your registration packet and schedule at the Fireside Lounge in the University Center.

     
9:30-10:00 am  

Pacific Parent Association, The Pulse, University Center

Please join us for this brief meeting before brunch.  We will overview what the Pacific Parent Association has accomplished since last April and what's in the works for the coming year.  Learn more and get involved!

     
10:00 am  

President's Brunch, University Center Dining Commons

Meet our new Pacific University President, Dr. Lesley M. Hallick.  Tickets required.

     
11:30am-1:00pm  

Walking Tour of Old Forest Grove

Join local Forest Grove history expert, Jo Morelli, in a walking tour of Old Forest Grove.  We will start at Old College Hall and plan to walk for an hour and a half around Old Town.  Bring comfortable walking shoes!  Limited to the first 25 people to sign up. 

     
Noon  

Women's Soccer vs. Whitman, Lincoln Park Stadium

The Boxer women take on a Northwest Conference rival the Whitman Fighting Missionaries.  Wear your nametag and get in free.

     
1:00 - 4:00 pm  

Parent Association Wine Tour

Join us for a local winery tour and tasting.  Students are welcome.  Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be available.  Tickets are required.

     
2:30 pm  

Men's Soccer vs. Whitman, Lincoln Park Stadium

Experience a lively soccer match as the men play the Missionaries.  Wear your name tag and get in Free.

     
4:00 pm  

Pumpkin Carving, University Center Patio

Bring the whole family and participate in pumpkin carving.

     
5:30 pm  

Dinner

On your own or join your student in the dining commons buffet.

     
8:30 - 10:30 pm  

Casino Night

Join us for an evening of gaming, with Wild Bill's providing all you need to play bingo, poker, blackjack, roulette and more.  Free fun for the whole family. 

     
     

 

Sunday, October 25, 2009

12:00 pm  

Women's Soccer vs Whitworth, Lincoln Park Stadium

Join us as our Women's Soccer Team take on the Whitworth Pirates.

     
     
2:30 pm  

Men's Soccer vs Whitman, Lincoln Park Stadium

Join us as our Men's Soccer Team take on the Whitworth Pirates.