Life at Pacific

What do we love about Pacific University? It depends on who you ask.

At Pacific University, the student experience is about more than academics. Our students become part of a community, where they make lifelong friends as they pursue diverse interests and activities.

Explore what life at Pacific has to offer you.

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Housing & Dining

Pacific isn't just where students learn; it's where they live. Explore your options for where to live and eat while you study at Pacific.

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Arts

Let us entertain you! Come to Pacific University to enjoy performing and visual arts with a wide selection of public events in music, theatre, dance and visual arts.

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Sports and Recreation

Nestled in the outdoor playground of the Pacific Northwest, Pacific University is an ideal place for exciting activities

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Clubs & Organizations

There are many ways to engage in the Pacific University experience, including participating in any of the many student-run clubs and organizations. From joining Greek Life to participating in Lū'au and Ho‘ike, there is something for everyone.

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Diversity

At Pacific University, diversity is one of the five pillars of our mission.

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Support & Safety

The safety and well-being of our students and Pacific community is one of our highest priorities. Pacific University provides a number of resources to make sure we can accomplish this mission.

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Upcoming Events

Sep
12
Center for Gender Equity Open House
4:30 to 6:30 p.m. | Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024
Forest Grove, AuCoin Hall, Center for Gender Equity (Room 127)
Sep
13
Art-ivism in CGE!
3 to 4 p.m. | Friday, Sept. 13, 2024
Forest Grove
Sep
13
Movie Night
8 p.m. | Friday, Sept. 13, 2024
Forest Grove
Sep
14
Beach Shuttle | Outdoor Pursuits
9 a.m. | Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024
Forest Grove
Sep
16
Student Counseling Center: Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention Training (Suicide Prevention Month)
Noon to 1 p.m. | Monday, Sept. 16, 2024
Forest Grove, Tran Library, Conference Room 201
Sep
17
Know Your Rights: From Ballot Box to the Classroom
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
Forest Grove
Sep
17
From Equity Talk to Equity Walk
1:15 to 3:15 p.m. | Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
Forest Grove, Marsh Hall, Taylor Auditorium 216
Sep
18
Student Counseling Center: No Shame Pledge - Forest Grove
Noon to 1 p.m. | Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024
Forest Grove, Washburne University Center, Boxer Pause 216