Join us for an inspiring and interactive conversation with School of Learning and Teaching professor, Mark Szymanski. Mark will share simple strategies for incorporating mindfulness practices for you and your students in your classroom, even if you don't consider yourself a mindfulness "expert". Register here: https://pacificu.libcal.com/event/15369013
The Faculty Excellence Committee wants to hear from you! Take 10-15 minutes to complete an anonymous survey about your experience at Pacific University. Your feedback will directly shape how we support faculty success across all career stages and disciplines. Survey closes October 30, 2025.
Do you know a Pacific University alum who is making a difference in their profession, community, or through service to Pacific? Help us celebrate their impact by submitting a nomination for the Alumni Association Awards — now open through November 1!
Hey Boxers! As October comes to a close, many students begin to feel overwhelmed with the workload during this final stretch. No better way to relieve some stress than by joining Outdoor Pursuits for the final excursions this semester! Click here for more details!
Pacific University faculty and staff are invited to shop at the Columbia Sportswear Employee Store for a limited time! Enjoy exclusive discounts on Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear, and prAna merchandise.
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 member positions 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.
Through November 28, every Boxer Bucks purchase comes with a 10% bonus! Students, faculty, and staff at both Forest Grove and Hillsboro campuses can now easily load funds and enjoy extra savings at dining locations across campus.
Nonstop regularly reviews purchases made with the Nonstop Visa card to confirm acceptable use. This process is called substantiation. Here is a summary of the substantiation process.
You are invited to an online update by the five non-divisional restructuring committees (Student Academic Achievement Committee, Boxer Journey Committee, Interprofessional/Interdisciplinary Journey Committee, Faculty Excellence, and Staff Excellence) on November 5. These committees will share their ideas and collect additional feedback from employees. There are two sessions to choose from. Additionally, the seven restructuring committees continue to provide a summary of their work every other week.
We hope to see you for Homecoming 2025! Invite family and friends, check out the schedule and register now for the events you would like to attend. From the Boxer Nation Celebration, Natural Consequences Art Show & Talk, Soul Food Dinner and more, there are many ways to connect with fellow Boxers and celebrate all things Pacific. Please also consider joining the Homecoming event staff. We need excellent students like you to make Homecoming a success!
