Pacific faculty and staff are invited to a series of informational sessions on the “state of higher education,” presented by members of the President’s Council.
Join us for an in-depth look at some of the big topics of discussion in higher education and what they mean for Pacific and our new strategic plan.
Each session will be available in Forest Grove and in Hillsboro, as well as on Zoom. If you plan to attend virtually, please register in advance to get access to the Zoom link.
These sessions serve as the next generation of Pacific's former state of the university address, providing more opportunities for employees to hear from leadership and deep dive into the topics that affect us all.
Enrollment Trends
Pierre Morton, vice president of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and Sarah Phillips, vice president of student affairs and enrollment management, lead a presentation on the "demographic cliff" and other pertinent enrollment trends that are hitting Pacific and similar colleges across the country.
- Tuesday, Jan. 21, noon to 1 p.m., Hillsboro Campus, ITF Room 132 or register to attend via Zoom
- Thursday, Jan. 30, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Forest Grove Campus, McGill Auditorium or register to attend via Zoom
Budget & Finance
Mark Denney, vice president of finance and administration, leads a conversation on the complex factors that influence the university's finances and long-term strategies for sustainable budgeting.
- Wednesday, March 12, noon to 1 p.m., Hillsboro Campus, ITF Room 132 or register to attend via Zoom
- Wednesday, March 19, noon to 1 p.m., Forest Grove Campus, Marsh Hall 216 or register to attend via Zoom
Adapting Academic Plans
Barb May, provost and vice president of academic affairs, leads a conversation on how new structures and ideas can position Pacific to better serve students and meet the demands of a changing world.
- Monday, April 7, noon to 1 p.m., Hillsboro Campus, ITF Room 132 or register to attend via Zoom
- Tuesday, April 8, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Forest Grove Campus, Burlingham Room 108/109 or register to attend via Zoom
Plus, consider joining President Coyle and our Pacific alumni, families and friends at our new State of the University celebration on Feb. 6 at the Reser Performing Arts Center in Beaverton. Reimagined as an outward facing celebration of Pacific's history, mission and future, this year's State of the University is designed to foster relationships with alumni, friends and community partners who can help us uplift our students and institution. Registration for the State of the University celebration is $30 and includes a reception. Employees are welcome to attend and, if so, are encouraged to use this as an opportunity to invite a colleague or potential partner to learn more about Pacific.