We are committed to free and open inquiry in matters concerning the advancement of knowledge. In order to carry out our mission, we encourage all community members to speak, write, listen, challenge, and learn through a full, open, and civil discussion of ideas. Freedom of expression is vital to our shared pursuit of knowledge. This document covers academic freedom; civility within the university and classroom; equity, diversity and inclusion; the student code of conduct; the students' academic...

The Code of Conduct outlines principles, policies and some of the laws that govern the activities of the University and to which our employees who represent the University must adhere. The Code of Conduct provides guidance for professional conduct. The success and reputation of the university in fulfilling its mission depends on the ethical behavior, honesty, integrity and good judgment of each member of the community. Those acting on behalf of the University have a general duty to conduct...

In any organization, misunderstandings and problems can develop which require clarification and attention. These disagreements may involve peers or an employee and a supervisor. Each person involved in a disagreement should be treated with respect and a grievance should not be discussed with anyone other than the person(s) involved in its resolution. Pacific University provides each employee with this process for resolving a work-related complaint. This policy does not apply to complaints...

For purposes of this policy, a consensual relationship is a mutually acceptable intimate, romantic and/or sexual relationship between a University employee with supervisory, teaching, evaluation or advisory authority and an employee or student who is supervised, taught or advised by that employee. This policy was retired on April 8, 2025. Other Related Policies: Amorous Relationships Policy

The following procedures offer guidelines for communication in different situations, though every instance will be different.

This policy describes the tuition assistance available to benefit eligible employees for graduate/professional programs at Pacific University. For selected Pacific programs of study that are not already covered by the University employee tuition remission policy, and that are designed for working professionals, such as those with hybrid or distance- based curricula and/or a part time schedule, benefit eligible employees may receive tuition assistance not to exceed the value set annually by the...

Pacific University has adopted a Floating Holiday Award for Commencement Event Staff to recognize the additional duties and contributions for exempt staff when assisting with the May and August commencement ceremonies. Floating Holiday Award for Commencement - HR Procedures Document

Pacific University reaffirms the principle that its students, faculty, and staff have a right to be free from harassment in workplace and academic settings and activities. Harassment is inconsistent with the nature of an academic community and in some circumstances can be a violation of federal and state law. Updated July 2024

The creation, and use, of intellectual property is at the core of the academic enterprise at Pacific University. The intellectual contributions of faculty, staff and students to the University community enrich our common knowledge, and they foster our shared spirit of innovation. More information on copyright law and guidelines can be found through the United States Copyright Office.

To support parents being able to feed their infant, there are designated lactation rooms on both campuses (Forest Grove and Hillsboro). To view where rooms are located visit the Lactation Rooms webpage or contact Human Resources for further details. Other Related Policies: POL-TIX7802 Pregnancy and Related Medical Conditions Policy

The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines for mandatory reporters to identify and report suspected child abuse or neglect. Unless specified as exempt in this policy, Pacific University employees are mandatory reporters of abuse and neglect by law. The duty to report suspected child abuse or neglect cases as a mandatory reporter is a 24-hour-a-day, 7 days-a-week responsibility. This means that if you encounter suspected child abuse or an abuser when you are not at work, mandatory...

Pacific University promotes the highest standard of ethical and legal conduct. The Code of Conduct, policy and procedures for all workforce members guide this effort. Pacific University promotes open dialogue between members of the Pacific University community, and encourages workforce members to report problems, concerns, opinions without fear of retaliation or retribution. The University will use best efforts to protect workforce members against retaliation or retribution from reporting actual...

Various editions of a Pacific University Faculty and Governance Handbook have appeared since the early 1940s. The University Faculty and Governance Handbook is intended as a guide for all Pacific University employees to the current faculty and governance practices and procedures of the university. The University Faculty and Governance Handbook is accessible to all employees and students through the university's web site.

Pacific University supports the principles of Academic Freedom and encourages free and open discussion of ideas and opinions. As part of its dedication to active citizenship, the university encourages students, faculty, and staff to exercise their civic rights to participate as individuals in the political process.

Guidance to hiring managers and employees for relocation benefits in connection with employment at Pacific University. Please reach out to Human Resources for questions related to this policy.

This policy establishes a structure for employees to work fully remote, or in a hybrid model based upon certain job functions and responsibilities. Some job functions and responsibilities restrict or limit employee ability to work remotely. This policy will provide transparency and documentation for remote work for compliance, liability, and prioritize fairness, equity and employee engagement. This policy, in conjunction with the Remote Work Plan and Agreement Form, ensures that both the...

Provide severance pay and benefits to provide economic support for eligible staff and administrators for involuntary separations/terminations whose positions are eliminated, restructured, reduction in force, or involuntarily separated/terminated, with or without cause, and at the discretion of the university and approved by the Office of Legal Affairs and the Vice President of Finance and Administration. This policy applies to staff and administrators only.

Members of Pacific University (the “University”) community, guests and visitors have the right to be free from sexual harassment, violence, and discrimination. All members of the University community are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of others. The University sexual misconduct policy has been developed to reaffirm this expectation and to provide recourse for those individuals whose rights have been violated. The University maintains a policy of...

The purpose and intent of this policy is to create an environment that is consistent with Pacific University’s commitment to improve the health and wellness of its community by creating a smoke free campus.

These policy handbooks supersede all previous publications issued by the University; as well as any express or implied representations previously made by persons employed by the University. These policies and procedures are necessarily general and may change as the University changes. PUN ID required to view the document. Updated in 2024