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The biology major from Roseburg graduated summa cum laude on May 21 and is one of two students to have received a Fulbright award this year.
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The son of two Pacific University alumni from Hawai‘i, Josh Higa '19 grew up feeling like a member of the Boxer ‘Ohana. Now that he's a Pacific student, he says, it's even better than he expected.
Computer science major Alex Shinsel '16 uses her art and computer science skills — with a little biology know-how — to create a video game.
Computer science and music offer the best of both worlds.
An environmental studies: policy, culture and society major, Isabella Barcellona '16 researched the factors that make sustainable, affordable housing possible in the Portland area. "I want to continue with the advocacy," she said.
As an education major and Japanese minor, Diane Lebowitz '16 has enjoyed making connections with fellow students and local youth with a variety of language and cultural backgrounds through Pacific.
Mark Loomis pictured in the gym
Mark Loomis OTD '17 spent more than 10 years as a search-and-rescue swimmer in the Navy, serving in the Middle East. Today, he is embarking on a new career as an occupational therapist, hoping to help other veterans with the transition to civilian life.
Elona Wilson '18 explored a lot of options before settling on early childhood education. "Pacific has so many different opportunities," she said.
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