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CLASS is hiring undergraduate peer tutors for the 2023-2024 academic year. We are looking for students who are excited about helping their peers understand course content, learn effective problem-solving strategies, and improve their academic performance.
Luke Boran OD '23, has been awarded the inaugural Oregon Optometric Physicians Association's (OOPA) Legacy Past Presidents Award. The award was announced at OOPA's annual meeting held in April at Eagle Crest Resort in Redmond, Ore.
The Freedom of Expression taskforce would like to get your input on a brief questionnaire intended to get a pulse from students and employees of the values and priorities that should be reflected in a new statement on freedom of expression.
Pacific University recently conducted lockdown drills on the Hillsboro and Forest Grove campuses. Here is what we learned from those drills.
Students and faculty at Grad Black Student Union meeting
The development of a Graduate Black Student Union (Grad BSU) has been a long-time coming. Graduate Black students recently met with Dr. Diana Honorat and other Black faculty and staff to discuss their needs and how a Grad BSU could support them. 
Pacific University's Master of Fine Arts program hosted novelist Chang-rae Lee in a conversation with Michael Hahn MFA '23 as part of the Mapmakers Alumni Institute. The MFA program is proud to share a video of the online presentation.
Bring your inspiration to the 2023 Inspired Ideas Competition hosted by the Berglund Center. All degree-seeking students at Pacific University are encouraged to register by Friday. Winners receive scholarships and opportunities to turn their prototypes into reality. Please note the competition start time of 10 a.m. Saturday, April 22.
Celebrate Earth Day with live music, free earth-friendly snacks, a gift basket giveaway, a beer garden for students ages 21 and over, and more! Join us from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 22, on the Marsh East Lawn, or on the UC patio if it rains. 
Olivia Barrows
Global opportunities have long been a part of the Pacific University experience, and they are on the rise. 
From small appliances to clothing and school supplies, the Finders Keepers free store has everything you need! The store is conveniently located in the garage by Drake House, at 2124 College Way, and is open daily to Pacific students, faculty and staff from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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