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

Feb
8
BIPOC Let's Talk
6 to 7 p.m. | Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023
Online
Feb
8
Vietnam Vet Meets Boat People: Stories of Survival by Khiem “Tim” Tran '74
6:30 p.m. | Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023
Forest Grove, Tran Library
Feb
8
Rainbow Lanes Free Bowling | FGUG
9 to 11 p.m. | Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023
Feb
9
Remembrance Ceremony for Alumni & Friends | February 2023
Noon to 1 p.m. | Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023
Forest Grove, Old College Hall, Academy Room 102, Price Chapel 103
Feb
9
Lunar New Year 2023
5 to 8 p.m. | Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023
Forest Grove, Washburne University Center, Lounge 204, Multi-Purpose Room (MPR)
Feb
9
Constellations | Theatre Winter 2023
7:30 to 9 p.m. | Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023
Forest Grove, Warner Hall, Black Box (Teatro Barbara 5)
Feb
10
Last day to add/drop full-semester courses | FG UG
All Day | Friday, Feb. 10, 2023
Forest Grove
Feb
10
Mindful Coping Three-Session Virtual Workshop
1 to 2 p.m. | Friday, Feb. 10, 2023
Online