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Though classes and assignments may be winding down, Outdoor Pursuits excursions and day trips are still in full swing! Grab a friend and join OP staff for memorable, fun-filled days, out on the water, or on land! Enjoy a variety of activities with Outdoor Pursuits such as a surfing day adventure, an all-women sea kayaking trip, or a build-your-own-day trip. 
Scott Korb
Scott Korb, who directs Pacific University's low-residency MFA in Writing program, was awarded the Walt Morey Fellowship by Oregon Literary Arts.
Teal ribbon for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Pacific University is offering a movie screening that shines a light on the ways in which we can rebuild society and shift culture. Also meet members of the Confidential Advocate Network on April 26.
Trombley Square
Due to the pandemic and social distancing requirements, Facilities Management and Campus Public Safety will not conduct annual lockdown drills at its campuses this spring. However, Pacific University encourages students, faculty and staff to be prepared in the event of an emergency situation that leads to a lockdown — anywhere, anytime.
Jordyn Van Atta MAT '22
“The positive impact that a relationship with an educator can have in a student's life is what drove me into education,” Van Atta said.
Public Health Update
Vaccination efforts are a critical step. 
An excited student grins at the camera from her kayak on the lake.
Join Outdoor Pursuits for various activities including a trash cleanup for Earth Day, stand-up paddleboarding, a surf day, all women sea kayaking and more! 
A list of online and physically distanced opportunities for the Pacific community to celebrate Earth Month 2021 in April. 
Share your message of congratulations with Allie by video, email or mail.
CAS student Hannah McCauley '21
A double major in sociology and criminal justice, law and society more than prepared Hannah McCauley ’21 for her next chapter. 

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