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Subscribe to FeedCollege of Arts & Sciences Valedictorian Emma Jacobsen seeks out complexities
The graduating senior from Cornelius will pursue a master's degree in social anthropology at the University of Oxford
School of Audiology seeks public input at hearing set for May 31
University community members and the general public are invited to provide input on the School's proposed curriculum and other details. The meeting will begin at 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 31 at the College of Health Professions in Hillsboro.
Political Science and Economics major Sean Mills earns Fulbright Scholarship
The senior from Seattle will graduate May 19 and teach in India this fall.
University Honors Faculty and Staff
Annual awards ceremony recognizes exceptional efforts, outstanding research and years of service.
University named to President's Community Service Honor Roll for second consecutive year
Pacific is among just 642 colleges and universities nationally to earn the distinction.
Pacific University String Project takes center stage
University's music program for area children has been accepted to the National String Project Consortium. Concert culminating first semester takes place Sunday at 4 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Aleishea Yamaoka captures Toyama Cup Grand Prize
Senior from Kalaheo, Kauai wins top honor at annual Japanese speech competition.
College of Education awarded $1.34 million grant to improve instruction for limited English proficient students
Grant from the Department of Education's Office of English Language Acquisition will support College of Education's ESOL endorsement program and assist partner school districts in Forest Grove, Eugene and Woodburn.
Speech Team concludes 2011-12 season in Italy and Texas
Boxers finish 5th out of 17 institutions at International Forensics Association Tournament in Rome.
Public invited to take part in Pacific University's Earth Week events
Join Pacific's students, faculty and staff for activities and events in support of environmental sustainability.
Public invited to eighth annual Medieval Faire in the Grove May 5-6
Sponsored in part by the History Department, the two-day event at McMenamin's Grand Lodge takes attendees back in time to enjoy customs of the era.
Does academics, perfectionism cause burnout in Division III athletes?
Pacific women's basketball player Brittney Anderson turns her experiences with injury, academics into her senior project
Pacific Philharmonic prepares for concert with Kansas set for Wednesday, April 18
Tickets on sale at the University Box Office. Students $25, Faculty/Staff $40.
University to launch Center for a Sustainable Society
The entity will support existing sustainability initiatives and develop new ones through partnerships with local organizations.
Public invited to attend a recording of radio show "Philosophy Talk"
"Why Be Moral?" Join hosts John Perry and Ken Taylor as they discuss with scholar James Sterba. Free admission.
Pacific Philharmonic to rock with Kansas on Wednesday, April 18
Tickets still available for the "rock orchestra," set to take place in the Roseland Theater in Northwest Portland. Show begins at 8 p.m.
Food Not Bombs founder Keith McHenry to present Cooking for the Occupations on Wednesday, April 11
Free admission with a book signing to follow.
Library Events
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
College of Health Professions' Friends of Nicaragua honored
Having just completed its fifth annual rotation, the Nica Project continues to take root in providing health services and aid to the elderly.
Cassie S. McVeety named Vice President for University Advancement
McVeety will oversee the University's outreach efforts, including fundraising, marketing, communications and alumni relations.
University Theatre presents updated version of A Doll's House March 8-11
Henrik Ibsen's classic inspires stylish look and contemporary questions
Speech Team heads to Italy for international tournament
Pacific's Speech & Forensics squad competes in Rome in the midst of a successful 2011-12 season.
University Library, Washington County Museum bring area's heritage online
The Pacific University Library and Washington County Museum have partnered to create a digital repository of photographs chronicling the county's rich history. Supported in part by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Health Professions Expo set for Tuesday, March 6
Interested in a healthcare career? Check out Pacific's many degree offerings
Local high school students to be honored on Sunday, Feb. 26 for STEM education achievement
Girls will be recognized for excelling in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education disciplines. Co-sponsored by the Center for Gender Equity.
Filmmaker and author Bill Carter to present 2012 Whiteley Lecture on Monday, Feb. 27
Carter will discuss his award-winning film Miss Sarajevo following a screening of the film, which provides a glimpse of war-torn Bosnia in the 1990s. Pacific assistant music professor Dijana Ihas appears in the film.
Music Voice Faculty Recital on Friday, Feb. 17
Featuring songs by professor Tim Stephens. General admission is $7, or $5 for Pacific students, faculty and staff.
Christiane Brems named School of Professional Psychology Dean
Dr. Brems begins her appointment on July 1
College of Arts & Sciences adds five new degree programs
Bachelor's degree programs in Applied Theatre, Art History, Dance and Public Health, as well as an accelerated three-year program in Business Administration, begin this fall.