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Pacific University will allow undergraduate and graduate travel abroad under limited circumstances in the coming months.
Grad cap decorated with RDH
Due to current COVID-19 trends and restrictions, this large-scale gathering is not feasible in August. The CDC continues to recommend against large gatherings, including for people who are fully vaccinated, and current guidance restricts Pacific from hosting guests at university events, on or off campus. While we are disappointed to miss the traditional ceremony, we are committed to honoring and celebrating the achievements of our graduating students.
Shun Wetlesen sitting in red rocking chair
Over the course of 36 hours on April 27-28, more than 650 Pacific students, alumni, parents, employees and friends gave more than $225,000 in support of student success.
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Pacific University, the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and the Student Multicultural Center in collaboration with university partners, proudly celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May.
As the spring semester winds down, join Outdoor Pursuits in one of their final excursions of the season! Paddle into an all-women sea kayaking day trip at Scappoose Bay, hang ten on a surfing day trip, or earn your Wilderness First Aid certification. And don't forget to swing by the Outdoor Pursuits office any weekday to rent gear for your own individualized outdoor experience! 
Boxer Giving Day
Boxer Giving Day takes place this year on April 27 and 28.
How Many Calories
The Kathrin Cawein Gallery of Art is hosting Truths, a virtual exhibit dedicated to displaying a collection of senior capstone projects from spring 2021. The work grapples with facets of the contemporary human condition, including anxiety, isolation and threats to endangered species.   
Casas Cofradía
A double major, two campus jobs, one off-campus job and an internship that plays to his strengths: Enrique Casas Cofradia '23 is always in fifth gear.
Espinoza
Zoraida Espinoza '22 was a national semifinalist in prose, and Pacific University's forensics team finished 15th in the President's Division II and 33rd overall in the 2021 National Forensics Association National Championship Tournament.
Pacific University's Queer Coalition is interested in hosting a Lavender Graduation ceremony to honor the contributions and academic achievements of queer students, however they may identify. Please fill out a survey and share your interest in this virtual event.. 

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