In The Pacific Index office, we know just as well as any other student how stressful college life can be, especially when the holiday season rolls around, bringing finals along with it. Anxiousness to get back home, time consumption and … Continued
In 2008, the world got its first cinematic taste of author Stephanie Meyer’s best-selling book series with the first installment, “Twilight.” Now, four years later, the series has come to a close with “Breaking Dawn, Part II.” As we grew … Continued
If someone pitched an idea in Hollywood to make a movie that took place almost entirely on a small boat, that wouldn’t be anything new. It would be shot down and produced independently with whatever funds the filmmaker could drum … Continued
Patience isn’t one of my virtues. It’s not even one of my friends. If I’m at Disneyland I want to be the first one on the ride. On Black Friday if the line is longer than 15 people, the deal … Continued
At a liberal arts college, I find it strange that Christmas seems to be the only winter holiday represented in the University Center. Why are there no Menorahs? What about something for Kwanzaa? We should be more visibly appreciative of … Continued
Due to a passing fancy and the irresistible urge to take online quizzes, I recently took an “Are You in a Healthy Relationship?” quiz. Answer the follow questions with “yes” or “no” and find out if you are in a … Continued
with that comes a multitude of reasons to celebrate. Students get the opportunity to go back home and visit their families and close childhood friends. Holiday treats like egg nog and apple cider are always to be found, and home-cooked … Continued
The Circle K club is dedicated to serving both the Pacific University community and the Forest Grove community. Work conducted by the Circle K Club includes highway cleanup, volunteering with the Forest Grove Christmas Parade, working with the Forest Grove … Continued
The Benjamin and Elaine Whiteley Lecture Series has brought many well-known and renowned names to visit Pacific University so that their own stories could inspire and teach students. Olympian athlete John Carlos was no exception. A brief biography explained that … Continued
Jim checks Debbie’s bone density to see if she has signs of osteoporosis, he gives Chris his immunizations, he gives John a flu shot, and he informs Gene about diabetes prevention. Jim is not a doctor, but rather a pharmacist … Continued
As students walk past Campus Public Safety officers into the Multipurpose Room on a Saturday evening, fog and moisture pour out. To the left, a pack of students push together swaying to the music. The bass vibrates the walls of … Continued
Think about this: Pacific’s current enrollment numbers sit at 1,720 undergraduates, 1,713 graduates, with 30 English Language Institute students according to the latest headcount. When paired with 49 fields of study that students can choose from, 2012’s Faculty Chair of … Continued