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Black Lives Matter demonstration
Pacific University Psychology Professors Mike Christopher and Matt Hunsinger didn’t anticipate that their research would so closely track the headlines. It just turned out that way. And now they're finding that work has particular resonance as America grapples with questions of inherent racism in the systems of justice and law enforcement.
William “Bill” Richardson ’71, MAEd ‘73 died Oct.  6, 2021, at age 78.
John Mari '87, OD ’89 died Nov. 6, 2021, at age 58.
James "Jim" R. Williams ’63, OD '6464, died Jan. 16, 2022, at age 82.
In Memory: Mercedes Mazique ' 73 died Dec. 17, 2021, at age 70.
Two rafts rest on the bank near a tent at sunset on the river.
Outdoor Pursuits has a full roster of both indoor and outdoor activities in the upcoming weeks! Learn, practice, and perfect kayak rolls during an indoor skills session, participate in a multi-day rafting series over spring break, or climb boulders at an indoor gym. 
Zaman Ahmar
Pacific University Assistant Professor Ahmar Zaman, along with doctoral student Esther Fiore PsyD '26 and another co-author, published an op-ed in the Washington Post about what is required in an appropriate apology.
Dr. Jenny Coyle portrait
Pacific University alumna, parent, former professor and dean will become the 18th president.
Corvus presentation
Pacific’s PT program was well represented at the 2022 American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting in San Antonio, TX.
Indoor job fair
The ACA invites students to attend the first annual Inclusive Hiring Week Feb. 21-25. Each day, students will have the opportunity to participate in workshops on key career readiness skills through the lens of diversity, equity and inclusion. Register on Handshake to secure a free meal during each session!

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