Celebrate creativity at the 36th Annual Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival in Downtown Forest Grove! Artists of all ages are invited to create colorful sidewalk masterpieces while enjoying live entertainment, family activities, and a day of community fun.

At the 2026 Forest Grove Corn Roast come celebrate the bounty of Forest Grove with food, vendors, games, crafts, music, children's events, and of course CORN!

Visit Old College Hall during the 62nd Annual Forest Grove Corn Roast to learn more about Pacific University and the early days of Forest Grove. Tours are generously provided by volunteers from the Friends of Historic Forest Grove.

In a historic move, Pacific University and Willamette University have signed an agreement to merge, creating Oregon’s largest private university. Join Pacific University President Jenny Coyle for a dedicated virtual forum tailored for local civic, government, and business stakeholders. President Coyle will share key insights into the vision driving this merger, provide an update on the transition process, and discuss how Pacific aims to deepen our partnership with local leadership to serve Washington County and the greater region.

We are excited to welcome you home this Oct. 16-18 for Homecoming 2026! Join us to celebrate what it means to be a Boxer, reconnect with classmates and friends, explore new changes on campus, and experience how Pacific continues to be a vital force for good.

Alumni from the Class of 1976 and earlier are invited to gather with friends and family in celebration of the newest members of the Golden Guard, Pacific’s honorary society for alumni who have reached the 50th reunion.

The Cawein Gallery will host an opening reception for Japanese artist Mai Ide’s latest exhibition. Join fellow art lovers and members of the Pacific community for light refreshments and a conversation with the artist before a hands-on workshop.

Greek Life alumni and current students are invited to gather for a social mixer featuring a living museum dedicated to the past, present and future of Greek Life on campus.

All members of the Pacific university family are invited to gather for light refreshments and activities while sharing insights and stories from their time at, and professional life after, Pacific.

All alumni, students, employees and friends are invited to celebrate the rich history and traditions of African American cuisine and culture at the 4th Annual Soul Food Dinner. This event will be hosted by Ubuntu, a dedicated volunteer group named for the profound South African philosophy "I am because we are," which emphasizes our shared humanity and interconnectedness.