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The Pacific University College of Optometry presented awards to some of its top optometry graduates on May 19.
Pacific University's School of Pharmacy celebrated its Class of 2023 graduates at an awards ceremony on May 19. 
The Pacific University School of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training recognized some of its top 2023 athletic training graduates on May 19. 
Bring your work gloves and join colleagues at the Barbara Story Memorial Garden for a sprucing up party. We'll provide the tools and fun. Mark your calendar for Thursday, June 8, and get ready to dig in the dirt!
2023 undergraduate student award winners
Pacific University’s colleges of Arts & Sciences, Business and Education honored its 2023 undergraduate students on May 17.
On May 5, 2023, the World Health Organization officially declared an end to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency.  This was the last remaining emergency declaration for the COVID-19 pandemic that spanned just over three years. This declaration does not mean that the virus suddenly disappeared, in fact medical experts say it's here to stay but with new protocols, vaccines and a little bit better understanding of the virus than we had three years ago it is no longer considered a global emergency.
June is National Safety Month. Learn more about how Pacific University is working to improve safety across all campuses through improved communication, accessible online resources, safety drills, and ongoing improvement planning. 
Pacific University celebrates the retirements of three members of the the Mail Services team. Stop by Boxer Pause on the afternoon of June 2, and say goodbye to Donna Hepler, Judy Cook and Arlene Adamson.    
2022 May Commencement
It's the final countdown to Commencement! Parking Lots L and M will be closed starting the end of day Friday, May 19, through the end of day Saturday, May 20. Also plan for the warm forecast ahead. Now let's get ready to celebrate the Class of 2023!
Manuel Castañeda
The Pacific University trustee leads Hillsboro-based PLI Systems, an industry leader and one of the fastest growing Hispanic-owned businesses in the country. He will be honored at Pacific's May Commencement at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 20.

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