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Sports & Recreation
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Nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, Pacific University is the perfect launch pad for outdoor (and indoor) recreation. Whether you’re studying to keep others healthy, competing in our intercollegiate sports, or embarking on an adventure, our sports and recreation programs offer you a chance to embrace wellness and recreation.

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Study Sports & Recreation

At Pacific, students embrace health of all types. Degree programs in sports and recreation give students a pathway to turn their passion for wellness into careers that uplift others.

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Boxer Athletics

Pacific University is home to 24 NCAA Division III intercollegiate sports teams. Live the true student-athlete life, combining your college education with the opportunity to keep competing in the sport you love — or come cheer on the Boxers at an upcoming game or match! Boxer Athletics also offers club and intramural sports activities for students interested in a little fun between classes. 

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Outdoor Recreation

The Pacific Northwest is a veritable playground for the outdoor lover. At Pacific, we offer students (and community members) the chance to explore what they love — or try something new — with facilitated outdoors trips, gear rentals and more through Outdoor Pursuits.
 

Outdoor Pursuits