At Pacific, belonging is part of opportunity.
From our earliest days, we have been committed to expanding access to education and supporting students from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Today, that commitment continues in how we teach, support, and connect, ensuring every student can thrive, contribute, and lead lives of purpose. Our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility shapes this work across the university.
Belonging at Pacific is a shared responsibility. Across classrooms, programs, and community spaces, faculty and staff work together to create an environment where every member of Pacific feels valued, respected, and supported.
A Community Built on Opportunity
Pacific serves a diverse community of undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, including first-generation students, students of color, international students, LGBTQ+ students, transfer students, adult learners, and individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and lived experiences. We are committed to expanding access, reducing barriers, and supporting all students in experiencing a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
These perspectives strengthen our community and enrich the learning environment for all, while our focus on access ensures students are supported in achieving academic success, career preparation, and lifelong impact.
Support That Helps You Thrive
Student Support & Wellbeing
- Office of Accessibility & Accommodations
- Student Counseling Center
- Office of Student Support
- Center for Learning & Student Success
- Sports & Recreation
- TRIO Program
Identity, Community & Engagement
- Clubs & Organizations
- Student Multicultural Center
- Center for Gender Equity
- Hawai‘i Outreach & Programming
- Military and Veterans Support
Workplace & Employee Support
Learning in a Diverse Community
Learning at Pacific is shaped by diverse perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking.
Through collaboration, dialogue, and real-world application, students develop the skills and understanding needed to work across differences and contribute meaningfully in their professions and communities.
Explore Academics at Pacific.
Commitment & Continuous Improvement
Pacific continues to strengthen a culture of belonging through ongoing learning, feedback, and action—aligned with our strategic priorities to expand opportunity, improve student outcomes, and foster wellbeing across the university.
- Donate to the EDIA Fund to help support student, faculty and staff professional development
- Engage with the University Diversity Committee
Important Resources
Share Feedback or a Concern
We encourage members of our community to share concerns or experiences so the university can respond with care and education.
If you have experienced or witnessed bias, discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, or related retaliation, you may submit a report through the Campus Climate Report Form. Reports can be submitted by students, faculty, or staff, and may be made anonymously, though this may limit follow-up.
Additional Support & Reporting Resources
- Title IX Sexual Violence Prevention & Response
- Confidential Advocacy Network for student support related to sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking, and other forms of gender-based harm
- Report disability-related discrimination or access concerns to the Section 504 Coordinator: 504coordinator@contact.pacificu.edu
- Campus Public Safety (available 24/7)
