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Audrey Delaney-Hanna '22
Audrey Delaney-Hanna '22 applied to the Pacific University master of arts in teaching because she was seeking a program that promoted strong communication between teachers and students.
Emily Gaines '20
Emily Gaines '20 came to Pacific University to play softball — and she stayed for the relationships.
Dr. Bryan Cichy-Parker
Dr. Cichy-Parker is coordinator of the graduate special education teaching licensure program.
Jazmynn Hill '22
Jazmynn Hill '22 knows that working in special education is challenging, but she likes that. 
Chris Stamm  MAT'22
As a teenager, Chris Stamm MAT ’22 dropped out of high school in the San Francisco Bay area and describes his road to college as a rocky one. Now, he is pursuing a master of arts in teaching in special education.
Teacher Tim Foster on a Zoom call
Remote learning, along with changing pandemic protocols, took a toll on students and teachers. And they’re still navigating the uncertainty.
Ben Dodds '22
Ben Dodds '22 was drawn to Pacific’s small class sizes and responsive professors and faculty.
Kenny Long MAT '19
Kenny Long MAT '19 chose the Pacific University master of arts in teaching in special education program in part because it was quick and flexible.
Karren Timmermans
Karren Timmermans developed her love of teaching early.
William Hedgepeth MAT '07
William Hedgepeth MAT '07 was coaching football and basketball at Springfield High School in Oregon, when he could grow the connection and guidance he offered student-athletes as a teacher.

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