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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!

Visit the Pacific Woodburn Site

Follow events and happenings in Woodburn.

Notes from Under the Oaks

"While in college, some professors and some fellow students come into our lives, and quickly go. Some stay for awhile and leave giant footprints in our minds and hearts, and we are never the same again."

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.

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.

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.

Why Wait | The Importance of Networking

With only a month left to go here at Pacific University, I have found there are an infinite amount of life lessons people will tell you throughout your college years, and even your high school career, that you find to be all too true.

Interprofessional Course Work Yields Student Experience, Service

Students from the College of Health Professions and the speech-language pathology program collaborate to build interprofessional relationships while serving community groups

City of Tualatin Bestows Lifetime Achievement Award on Pacific Alumna Del Judy

The longtime resident of Tualatin has given countless hours of time for various initiatives in the local community.

Division III Week: Colin Resch '98 Brings Boxer Flavor To The Super Bowl

Former Pacific men's basketball player Colin Resch lived every sportscaster's dream as he covered the Super Bowl in January.

University Lauded for Commitment to Civic Engagement

The Forest Grove Leader applauds the university for its community service efforts.

Seventh Annual In Your Face Lecture Set for Tuesday, April 23

Political economist and author Kristen Sheeran to present "Climate Clarity before Climate Chaos: Economic Justice Now. Sponsored by the Politics & Government Department.

Join Gamma Alumni for a Celebration of 150 Years in 2013

Mark your calendars for exciting events over the next few months celebrating 150 years of the Gamma Sigma fraternity.

Volunteer to Make the Alpha Zeta Celebration a Success

All Alpha Zeta alumni are invited to attend a reunion gathering during Homecoming 2013.

University Named to President's Community Service Honor Roll

Pacific earns the distinction for the third consecutive year.

Volunteers needed for SPP Class of 2008 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Professional Psychology Class of 2008 5-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for PA Studies Class of 2008 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Physician Assistant Studies Class of 2008 5-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for PT Class of 2008 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Physical Therapy Class of 2008 5-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for Optometry Class of 2008 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Optometry Class of 2008 5-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for DHS Class of 2008 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Dental Health Science Class of 2008 5-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for OT Class of 1998 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Occupational Therapy Class of 1998 15-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for OT Class of 2008 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Occupational Therapy Class of 2008 5-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for Optometry Class of 2008 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Optometry Class of 2008 5-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for A&S Class of 2008 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Arts & Sciences Class of 2008 5-year reunion.

Alumna sets "Dreams in Motion"

Alumna Jackie Mrachek 00, PT '02, PT '03 serves on the board of directors for the nonprofit Dreams in Motion, which offers recreational and sporting activities for disable youth and young adults.

Health Professions Students to Play Key Role in Beaverton Community Health Collaborative

The City of Beaverton initiative to increase healthcare access for underserved populations, will provide clinical training opportunities for university students.

Volunteers needed for SPP Class of 2003 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Professional Psychology Class of 2003 10-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for PA Studies Class of 2003 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Physician Assistant Studies Class of 2003 10-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for PT Class of 2003 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Physical Therapy Class of 2003 10-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for Optometry Class of 2003 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Optometry Class of 2003 10-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for A&S Class of 1998 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Arts & Sciences Class of 1998 15-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for SPP Class of 1998 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Professional Psychology Class of 1998 15-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for PA Studies Class of 1998 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Physician Assistant Studies Class of 1998 15-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for PT Class of 1998 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Physical Therapy Class of 1998 15-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for Optometry Class of 1998 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Optometry Class of 1998 15-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for SPP Class of 1993

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Professional Psychology Class of 1993 20-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for PT Class of 1993 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Physical Therapy Class of 1993 20-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for Optometry Class of 1993 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Optometry Class of 1993 20-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for SPP Class of 1988 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Professional Psychology Class of 1988 25-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for PT Class of 1988 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Physical Therapy Class of 1988 25-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for Optometry Class of 1988 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Optometry Class of 1988 25-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for PT Class of 1983 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the School of Physical Therapy Class of 1983 30-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for Optometry Class of 1978 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Optometry Class of 1978 35-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for A&S Class of 1978 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Arts & Sciences Class of 1978 35-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for Class of 1958 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the Class of 1958 55-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for A&S Class of 1988 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Arts & Sciences Class of 1988 25-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for A&S Class of 1983 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Arts & Sciences Class of 1983 30-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for A&S Class of 1973 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the College of Arts & Sciences Class of 1973 40-year reunion.

Volunteers needed for Class of 1953 Reunion

Volunteers are needed to support promotion for the Class of 1953 60-year reunion.

Celebration of life for Dan French '56, MS '64, scheduled for Feb. 23

The longtime mens basketball coach, athletic director and instructor to be remembered at the Stoller Center.

Pacific Faculty Among Nation's Best

The Center for College Affordability & Productivity includes Pacific in its annual list of institutions with the best professors.

Emma (Dessauer) Gray '95 and Steven Gray '94

Steven and Emma met during freshman orientation week on the debate team and also had a Japanese class together during their first semester at Pacific.

A Perfect Story

"And that's it," said Melanie humbly as she stood up, eager to meet her business partner at the wholesale flower market.

Marvelyn (Davison) Hess '64 and M. Dan Hess '54

Dan and I would have been married 58 years on December 27, 2011. He died December 11, 2011. I am going to claim all of those 58 years.

Caleb Werner '12, PT '15 and Kasey (Fisher) Werner '13

Caleb and I met the day before school started freshman year at Pacific during the Fall of 2009.

Morgan Leach, O.D. '87 & Mindy Sterner Leach, O.D. '89

"Hey, there you are," Morgan said as if he had been looking for Mindy all night.

Civic Engagement Winter Newsletter

CCE newsletter now available!

Alumnus gets creative with Camaros and Corvettes

Many people don't get the opportunity to have a hands-on relationship with their true passion. For Jim Pickering '04, his true passion has always been about cars; even as a creative writing major with a focus in poetry at Pacific University.

University Opens Location in Hawai'i to Serve Its Growing Ohana

Pacific has been Hawai'i residents' mainland university for more than 70 years

Introducing the Pacific Letters Project

Alumni Relations, in collaboration with the Pacific University Theater Department, is proud to announce the Pacific Letters Project.

Pacific University Adds College of Business

University's fifth college will begin operation in July.

HPC2 Atrium Named for Sara Hopkins-Powell

Dedication recognizes former vice provost and executive dean's contributions to Pacific

Pacific Joins Universities in Climate Commitment

University reaffirms commitment to sustainability as President Hallick signs the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment.

Latina Poets to Read their Poetry

Join us in congratulating the achievement of students from the CGE/Adelante Mujeres Bridge Program. Date: December 5, 2012, Wednesday. Time: 9:30 to 11:00. Place: Taylor Auditorium. Sponsors: Center for Gender Equity & Pacific Spanish Program

Professor Dennis Smith Honored by American Academy of Optometry

Dr. Smith is the first Pacific faculty member to earn the academy's highest honor for an educator.

Pacific Physics Professor Juliet Brosing is 2012 Oregon Professor of the Year

Brosing is the first Pacific University faculty member to earn the distinction

Board of Trustees Welcomes Four New Members

Business professor Michelle Cowing, Optometry student Kasie Rust, alumnus Robert Barrett '66 and OHSU President Emeritus Peter Kohler, M.D. join the university's chief governing body.

Col. Carol Rymer O.D. '92 finds opportunity, distinction in Army

Rymer is the first woman optometrist to reach rank of colonel in the U.S. Army.

Endowed Scholarship Created in Krebs' Memory

Give to support students who reflect Krebs' social consciousness and desire to make the world a better place.

Full Scholarship! ESOL Endorsement for STEM Teachers

Licensed STEM teachers working in select districts are eligible to receive full tuition support plus a $1,000 stipend for earning an ESOL endorsement through NPD grant. Visit our website at http://www.pacificu.edu/coe/stem/elstem.cfm for more information.

Nicaragua Service Project Receives Physician Assistant Foundation Grant

The grant will fund student travel and necessary supplies for the Nicaragua Project

State of the University presentation slides now available

The presentation slides from President Hallick's 2012 State of the University address are now available at the link below.

EyeClinic Cornelius' new location part of Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center opening

The College of Optometry showcases its newest EyeClinic location in Cornelius. Services available to the general public in addition to Virginia Garcia clients.

Pharmacy faculty member earns $40,000 grant for research

Dr. Sigrid Roberts, assistant professor in Pacific University's School of Pharmacy, receives Medical Research Foundation of Oregon award supporting new investigators.

Origins, Mission and Vision Statements Celebrate Pacific Values

Pacific community created a statement that honors the past while looking to the future of the University

Berglund Center held a successful Roundtable w/ Dr. Steve Rhine's presentation, "Is The Revolution Here?"

The Berglund Center for Internet studies held a successful roundtable presentation on Sept 15, feat. Dr. Steve Rhine, Professor of Education at Willamette University. Discussion was focused on technology in the classroom, as part of the OTEN conference.

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