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Karolyn Ismay
When Pacific celebrates its virtual August Commencement, a group of seven students will represent the first class of an interdisciplinary doctorate program aimed at experienced professionals in healthcare and education.
Paige Baugher
Biology Professor Paige Baugher is almost as likely to be found on a mountain as in the classroom. And some people are alive because she and her colleagues at Portland Mountain Rescue were there.
American Dreamer book cover
Khiem “Tim” Tran '74 will featured in a special Forest Grove City Library live-streamed author event to discuss his new memoir, American Dreamer, published by the Pacific University Press.
Join the COVID-19 Response Team. Students on the team will have an important campus job supporting the university pandemic response effort. You will receive special training, team support, and can earn academic credit. Please sign up now if you’d like to join the COVID-19 Response Team. #BoxersUnite!!
Boxers painted on Ledbetter Field
Football, soccer, rowing and volleyball will be postponed. Cross country, golf and tennis will be permitted to play this fall. “We are committed to supporting our student-athletes and their experience through these challenging times,” said Pacific University Athletic Director Keith Buckley. “Our coaches and staff continue to work diligently in developing a plan to provide our student-athletes a safe and valuable experience both this fall, as well as into the winter/spring competition schedules.”
Fernando Lira '21 on a beach
When Fernando Lira ’21 started working to support the Pacific University Student Emergency Fund, he didn’t imagine he would actually use it.
Paul Snell
Paul Snell and Jules Boykoff, colleagues in Pacific's Politics and Government Department, have emerged as important voices as protests for racial and social justice rivet the country.
Title card for episode #6
Check out today’s video for strategies on how you can create the community that you need during this pandemic.
From President Hallick
New ICE rules are not expected to affect Pacific international students, but the university also is working to join efforts to prevent the implementation of the new policy. 
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The Student Counseling Center (SCC) has expanded our services to offer around the clock mental health support to our students and consultations for our faculty, staff, and paraprofessionals who may be concerned about a student’s mental health. Access the SCC 24/7 Support and Crisis Line by calling at 503-352-2999. 

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