Located in Walter’s basement is the Index office. There are a lot of weird things scattered throughout the room, such a deflated soccer ball that seems like it came from the 1970s; an old couch that most of us sit … Continued
Reproductive Justice Action Team recognized for public health efforts In the first week of April, countless gatherings were held across the country in celebration of this year’s National Public Health Week. On Friday, April 5 in Washington County, dozens of … Continued
Celebrating the Awardees of Pacific’s Summer Research Grants As summer approaches, Pacific University has announced its undergraduate research grant recipients. This year, Pacific has bestowed ten students the honor, including Mason Carvalho, Maya Deferme, Kristine Dillon, Sarah Hon, Lane Johnson, … Continued
A closer look into how “Pick Your Place” affects student housing As the costs of living and property prices continue to increase around the country, colleges nationwide are feeling the effects. State schools are struggling to fit students into on-campus … Continued
A conversation about the fentanyl crises On January 18, Portland declared a State of Emergency to address the fentanyl crisis that, like many west coast cities, has ravaged thousands; a potent synthetic drug, fentanyl deaths have raced upwards more than … Continued
Dining Services has put a temporary pause on the to-go box program Between packed course loads, long work days, and conflicting practice schedules, Pacific students have grown to rely on the to-go box program to get through the day. Whether … Continued
An explanation of the new Pacific Priority program Announced in an email on March 4, Pacific University launched a new undergraduate program called Pacific Priority. Directing its focus towards motivated students with the intent of pursuing academics at a higher … Continued
Questions remain after Professor Ian O’Loughlin’s reassignment Shortly following a Winter Term class in Greece this January, it was revealed that Dr. Ian O’Loughlin, the trip leader and Chair of Pacific’s Philosophy Department, was having an intimate relationship with one … Continued
The DIII athlete’s sports bet the most among all NCAA divisions. In 2018, the Supreme Court gave freedom to individual states whether to legalize sports betting. Including Oregon, 38 states have done so, with 29 allowing online wagering. It has … Continued
Pacific student represents the NWC at NCAA conferences. Whether in the pool at the Forest Grove Aquatic Center or halfway across the country, Maddie Russell has always found herself invested in the world of sports. And, as she concludes her … Continued
Limited vacationing options alter students’ Spring break plans At the end of March, Pacific students will trade in their textbooks and pencils for plane tickets and luggage as they embark on this year’s Spring break adventures. As anticipation builds for … Continued
The Office of Financial Aid navigates changing systems At a recent faculty meeting, the room almost immediately erupted into murmurs when financial aid stood up to present on an upcoming change in policy. Debbie O’Dea, Director of Financial Aid, and … Continued