Pacific University Dance students in the Building Community Through Dance course are hosting a donation drive for Abby’s Closet, an organization that provides free formal wear to high school students.

How do we identify the differences between hate speech, bullying, and disagreement? When are limits to free speech warranted? Join us as we offer a purposeful and respectful space for students to come together and talk to each other about these topics in guided conversation. All discussion materials (and snacks!) will be provided.

All new fall students are invited (required for students in PACU 101) to attend student success week - featuring sessions around battling procrastination/burnout, creating community, building your career path, creating your experience as a learner (using AI effectively, building writing skills, and creating a study life), understanding financial aid, and more!

A new Credit Hour policy has been approved by the Provost and Faculty Senate and posted on our website for use by the Pacific University community. The policy codifies the definition of “credit hour” and is based on the historic Carnegie Unit and the Northwest Commission on College and Universities Credit Hour Policy.

All May 2026 degree candidates must submit an Application for Graduation through BoxerOnline Self Service by January 15, 20026 in order to have a degree or certificate conferred.

The Standard Dental plan allows for out-of-network care. Be sure to ask your dentist if they accept The Standard Dental Insurance plan.

The five non-divisional restructuring committees are seeking final feedback on what was presented at yesterday's Town Hall meetings. Committees shared their ideas and data collected thus as they prepare to submit their proposals to the President's Council in early December. Feedback is requested by the end of business on Wednesday, November 12.

Last week, we sent out a call to our wider Pacific community, asking folks to join together and extend a safety net of support for those impacted by the federal food assistance crisis. There's still time to be part of this effort. Your generosity sends a message to every Pacific student: "You belong here. Your dreams matter. We've got your back." See how you can support students facing food insecurity today.

Significant research and work have already been conducted by a Freedom of Expression Task Force, approved by the University Council in October of 2022. In May 2025, the University Council agreed to reestablish a new task force during the 2025-26 academic year to continue this work. The Provost, as chair of the University Council, is seeking nominations of faculty and staff to fill two faculty and two staff member positions. Given the scope of this project, the time commitment is estimated to be between 3-5 hours per month, but may vary depending on the progress of the work. We anticipate that the completion of this work will be spring of 2026. The nomination deadline is tomorrow, Nov. 7.

We understand that reduced or delayed SNAP benefits impact a significant number of our Pacific community members and we want you to know that your University is here for you and that we are committed to helping you bridge this gap.