Focal studies has been a hot topic on campus year-round and has the center of much debate. This year one thing that can’t be said is that Pacific’s administration is unaware of the controversy. “The administration is aware that the … Continued
From party stories to depressed outcries to online bullying, the Pacific confessions page has been the center of controversy around campus since it gained it’s first “like” in 2012. The confessions administrator, who asked to remain anonymous, was inspired by … Continued
Camaraderie is built in many ways on college campuses. For some groups it’s celebrated with hands cupped around a coffee mug or playing catch in the Quad. For others it’s smoking cigarettes in Trombley Square or the gazebo. Yet, the … Continued
Every year, Pacific honors the accomplishments of graduating seniors through multiple celebrations and award ceremonies. The most prestigious award of all goes to the student that has shown the utmost dedication academically. The valedictorian is honored as the top student … Continued
Pacific’s focal studies program is one of the most controversial programs on campus. A survey on the subject is coming out within the next few days. Many have the program on their minds, and are actively thinking of ways to … Continued
Karen sat on her bed still trying to process what had happened to her. It had been just two hours since Marcus had left her dorm room. In the meantime, she’d talked to the police, left two messages for her … Continued
For several years, Pacific’s Undergraduate Philosophy Conference has brought in a guest speaker as a highlight of the event. This year, the speaker will be Daniel Dennett, professor of philosophy at Tufts University in Massachusetts. “We’ve been trying to get … Continued
On April 2, President Lesley Hallick presented the projected budget for the upcoming school year and how money from this past year has been distributed to faculty, staff and students. Much of the money this past year has been used … Continued
Taylor Auditorium was filled with a mixed crowd of old and young at the Center for Peace and Spirituality co-sponsored event on April 6. All eyes locked on Sister Simone Campbell as she spoke about the intersection of faith and … Continued
Students, faculty, staff, friends and family gathered April 7 in the Cawein Art Gallery to honor the one-year anniversary of the passing of two Pacific students, freshmen Kiden Dilla and Ayan Osman at a remembrance and dedication service. Dilla and … Continued
As a sophomore directing the newly established Art Club’s first Student Art Sale, Zara Baldwin is making a big impression on the Pacific University campus. Being an art major, it was a big surprise to Baldwin that Pacific did not … Continued
The Board of Trustees has officially announced the budget for the 2015-16 school year. The new increase of 3.5 percent for undergraduate tuition is the lowest in the past 11 years. “We did our best to hold at lowest increase … Continued