News, Media and Stories

The Center for Learning and Student Success (CLASS) and Academic and Career Advising have partnered to offer a new service this year: peer academic coaching!
Kelsey Schweitzer '11 and friends on a mountaintop
Kelsey Schweitzer ʼ11 attended Pacific University with hopes to become a marine biologist. She dreamed of studying wildlife to find ways to promote the health of the environment and mankind. Eight years later, she had her heart set on going to law school.
Ben Dodds '22
Ben Dodds '22 was drawn to Pacific’s small class sizes and responsive professors and faculty.
In Memoriam: Peter Kreidler '66
Mt. Thielsen covered with snow
Even with a variety of trips offered throughout the semester, spaces are filling up fast for many of our trips! On the Outdoor Pursuits calendar, view upcoming trips and excursions in advance to reserve your space and learn about the exciting adventures Outdoor Pursuits has in store during Oct.
A group of students gather around a campfire for s'mores.
Pacific University Outdoor Pursuits staff are excitedly preparing for a full semester of awesome trips and adventures! Outdoor Pursuits is thrilled to offer a variety of trips in the coming weeks, including a Campfire Jam Session, a Kayak Indoor Pool Skill Session, a Mountain Biking Trip, and a Men of Color Beach trip.  
Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month 2021
Former US Ambassador to Afghanistan Ronald Neumann wfor a lecture on "Reflections of Afghanistan."
Corn Roast and Harvest Festival
The Forest Grove/Cornelius Chamber of Commerce and the Forest Grove Tourism Center are excited to announce that the 2021 Corn Roast and Harvest Festival is returning to the Pacific University Campus!
Tom McCall Center
Pacific University is searching for an Academic Success and Engagement Coordinator AmeriCorps*VISTA member.

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