"Sammie's enduring passion for musical theatre and her dedication to hard work with musicians, actors, and stage crew makes her a perfect candidate for this award," said Professor Dijana Ihas.
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Melvin “Mel” Ashwill ’48 died Sept. 24, 2020, at age 98.
A new memorial scholarship will provide financial support to continuing undergraduates and graduate students who are studying to become choral music educators.
Elijah Pine ’21 was named a Pacific University Outstanding Senior in Music Education.
Jackie Marchioro ’21 has been named a Pacific University Outstanding Senior in Music Education, as well as Outstanding Vocalist.
Charlie Kerns ’21 is Pacific University’s Outstanding Senior in Music Education and a recipient of the College of Arts & Sciences Dean of Students Award.
From playing in Sarajevo as bombs fell to conducting in Forest Grove, Dijana Ihas's journey as a musician has been remarkable.
Dijana Ihas, an associate professor in the Pacific University Music Department, was honored as Oregon Music Educator of the Year by the Oregon Music Education Association at its annual meeting in January.
More than 400 high school student musicians will descend on the university's Forest Grove Campus for three days of rehearsals and lessons.
Pacific students offer music lessons to area youth in renowned String Project, which has has expanded to include band instruments.