Words That Work
How do you describe Pacific University? With a history 170 years long and an incredibly diverse modern catalog of programs and people, Pacific is a complex place.
Our Origins, Mission and Vision statement outlines most clearly who we are, why we are here, and where we are headed. Using language from this document is an ideal way to convey the spirit of Pacific University.
The following text also may be helpful to consider as you seek to summarize Pacific University.
Pacific University is a diverse learning community, where students thrive in a personal academic environment.
Tracing its roots to 1849, when it was chartered as a school for orphans of the Oregon Trail, Pacific has long been devoted to making a difference in the world.
Today, students study in a unique combination of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in the liberal arts and sciences, business, education, health professions and optometry. Our breadth of offerings provides students a rich atmosphere of discovery, as well as pathways to graduate programs and meaningful careers.
Located in Oregon, Pacific serves a diverse population of more than 3,900 students, particularly from the Pacific Northwest and Hawai‘i, with campuses in Forest Grove, Hillsboro, Eugene and Woodburn, as well as offices in Portland and Honolulu. Healthcare clinics throughout the greater Portland area also serve patients and provide practical experience for students.
At Pacific University, students and faculty develop close, nurturing relationships that provide an extraordinary educational experience. Pacific is the No. 1 private research university in the Pacific Northwest. International study, service learning, internships and cocurricular activities are also integral parts of the educational experience and the development of more than 30,000 alumni around the world who share in the Boxer Spirit.
The university is in the midst of its most ambitious comprehensive campaign to date. Lead On: The Campaign for Tomorrow at Pacific University aims to raise $80 million to strengthen endowments for student financial aid and program growth, expand learning facilities and resources, and invest in innovation and long-term growth on the way to creating an even brighter future for the Boxers of today and tomorrow.