Sports and Recreation

Nestled in the outdoor playground of the Pacific Northwest, Pacific University is ideal for exciting sports and recreational activities.

Athletics

Athletics plays an integral role in the student experience at Pacific University. Over one-third of the undergraduate student participates on one of the university's 24 intercollegiate athletics programs. Additionally, many more students, faculty and staff take part in the university's intramural sports.

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Outdoor Pursuits

Outdoor Pursuits is Pacific University’s home for outdoor recreation. Student-driven and always evolving, the Outdoor Pursuits offers a variety of trips, rentals, and courses for Pacific students, alumni, staff & faculty, as well as members of the community.

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Two male students playing Ultimate Frisbee
Intramurals

Pacific University offers an active intramural program, providing a competitive option for those who don't wish to compete in intercollegiate programs. Intramural teams are open to all current Pacific students (undergraduate and graduate), faculty and staff.  Intramural offerings have included flag football, basketball, soccer, tennis, volleyball, mushball and volleyball.

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Lincoln Park Athletic Complex
Athletic Facilities

No matter what sport you compete in, you will be hard pressed to find better small college athletic facilities than you will at Pacific University. Pacific's award-winning indoor and outdoor athletic facilities provide the best experience for students and a great experience for fans to take in a Pacific game.

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Upcoming Events

Oct
4
Fall Break Backpacking | Outdoor Pursuits
8 a.m. | Friday, Oct. 4, 2024 to 5 p.m. | Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024
Forest Grove, Creamery (Milky Way)
Oct
12
Sea Kayaking | Outdoor Pursuits
8 a.m. | Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024
Forest Grove
Oct
12
Homecoming Football Game vs. Pacific Lutheran University
4 p.m. | Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024
Oct
19
Boxer Athletics Fall Sports Tailgate
11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. | Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024
Forest Grove, Parking Lots, Lot M
Oct
23
Navigating Safety in the Digital Age
3 to 4:30 p.m. | Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024
Forest Grove
Oct
26
Indoor Climbing #1 | Outdoor Pursuits
2 to 7 p.m. | Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024
Forest Grove, Creamery (Milky Way)
Oct
28
Plant Propagation | Outdoor Pursuits
4 to 6 p.m. | Monday, Oct. 28, 2024
Forest Grove, Creamery (Milky Way)
Oct
30
Clearance Gear Sale | Outdoor Pursuits
4 to 6 p.m. | Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024
Forest Grove, Creamery (Milky Way)