Pacific University Alumni Association
The Alumni Association had its beginnings in 1864 with the establishment of the "Society of Alumni". During its infancy, this organization's membership was open to all college educated alumni residing in the area. This offered these alumni a "home" on the west coast - and encouraged their participation and involvement in the advancement of what is now Pacific University.
Around 1919, the Society of Alumni transitioned to include only graduates of Pacific University. This group became known as the X.P.U. Club until 1924 when the name was again changed to Associate Alumni of Pacific University. Their vision was to aid the institution both in volunteer time and financial support - through the Campaign for Endowment and Maintenance. In 1927, the name was again changed to the Pacific University Alumni Association - by which it is known today.
In the past two decades, several alumni programs and services have been added or revived. During the 1970s, the Alumni Association strengthened its program by revitalizing reunions. New programs including a Student Alumni Relations Council, regional chapters and affinity clubs have been added since. In the Fall of 2002, after residing in Marsh Hall, the Alumni Association offices were relocated to the newly renovated Abbott Center - which now serves as the University's "alumni house".
Today, the Alumni Association serves-and is served by-more than 15,000 alumni, a number that increases annually with approximately 700 new graduates. Alumni gather across the United States and around the world, strengthening the Association and ultimately, the University.
Pacific University Alma Mater
Hail, Old Pacific, Hail
Hail, old Pacific, Hail, noble and strong,
To thee with loyal hearts we raise our song,
Swelling to heaven high, loud praises ring.
Hail, old Pacific, Hail, to thee we sing.
Majesty as a crown rests on thy brow,
Pride, honor, glory, love before the bow.
Ne'er can thy spirit die, thy walls decay.
Hail, old Pacific, Hail, for thee we pray.
Pacific University Fight Song
Play the Fight Song - created by Professor of Music, Michael Burch-Pesses
We’re gonna fight, fight, fight for Pacific U.
With all our might, might, might till the game is through;
No matter what the score, win, lose, or draw, we’re rooting for you;
So keep your head up high and show them what those Boxers can do.
We’re gonna fight, fight, fight for Pacific U.
Your best is all we ask to meet the task we put you through;
So we want it known specific, that Pacific is terrific;
Give your all to Pacific U.