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From President Hallick
In the two months since the COVID-19 pandemic transformed our daily ways of life, Pacific University has made significant adaptations in the ways we teach, learn, work and live. I know that, for many of you, questions about the future of your education loom large. I assure you, Pacific will be here for you, delivering the quality education you have come to expect and helping you move forward in your path to the future.
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In episode 1 of Rising from the Margins, Anti-Asian Racism, staff psychologist and EDI Outreach Director Dr. Shirley Ley looks at how people identifying as or perceived as Asian American Pacific Islanders have experienced an increase in hate-crime, violence and bullying.
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The Pacific University School of Pharmacy is proud to announce its 2020 outstanding graduate award recipients.
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The Pacific University School of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training proudly announces its 2020 outstanding graduate awards. On May 16, Pacific celebrated its May 2020 commencement with a virtual ceremony,
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The Pacific University College of Optometry is proud to recognize the outstanding graduates among its Class of 2020. Celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, the Pacific University College of Optometry focus on preparing tomorrow’s doctors of optometry, while also serving the vision needs of the local community and advancing research in the industry.
Pharm Lab
Pacific University is proud to announce two pharmacy students are the recipients of a prestigious Oregon Health Authority scholarship. Thanks to changes in eligibility requirements, pharmacy students were able to apply for the first time this year to OHA’s Primary Care Loan Forgiveness Program.
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Pacific University is proud to recognize more than 380 undergraduates earning bachelor’s degrees this spring, including top students named among the outstanding graduates of 2020. Read about Pacific University's Honors in Excellence presented to the Undergraduate Class of 2020. 
Commencement Pacific University Class of 2020
Watch the undergraduate and graduate/professional ceremonies now on YouTube.
Mindfulness Coping Practice Series
The four-part series includes an introduction, as well as three practice videos, each focusing on one of the themes of recognition, insight and openness.
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Are you having a hard time keeping your head on straight during COVID-19? You are definitely not alone. We asked Steve Klein, director of Student Activities and well known for his music collection to put together a list of songs to help keep you company while you stay home and save lives.

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