Pacific Index

April showers brings metallic flower statue to south lawn

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As students walk towards Taylor-Meade Performing Arts Center from Marsh a new piece of art adorns their path. The strange, metallic flower spins in the wind and seems more reminiscent of a science fiction than campus pathway. Curiously enough, no plaque, inscription or accreditation adorns the sculpture.

Clark to be replaced by 2010

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A question that rests on many students' minds is, "When is Clark Hall getting torn down?" Rumors of Clark's imminent demise have filtered through the campus for years. Ryan Aiello, director of residence life, states that Clark will be torn down and replaced by 2010.

Pacific becomes a brand name

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Red and black will always be Pacific University.

It will also always be Azusa Pacific University, Seattle Pacific University and Whitworth University. In addition, nationally recognized institutions like Cornell and Stanford rely on variations of the color red to be remembered.

Pacific hosts 60 years of Music in May

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Since 1948, Pacific University has been home to the high school music festival, Music in May. This year, Music in May, celebrates its 60th anniversary as students from Oregon, Washington and Idaho come to Pacific University.

Pacific sends out invitations to every high school in Oregon, Washington and Idaho, inviting conductors of all varieties to nominate students.

Pacific signs on with iTunes U

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Pacific University has gone digital, now becoming accessible through the new Apple feature, iTunes U.

Teachers may now post lectures, class discussions or any other audio files online, allowing students to download and listen to class materials from their computer or on the go using a MP3 player device.

Pacific University announces its 2008 Alumni Awards

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

This year Pacific University honors nine alumni for their achievements since graduation. The three categories of awards are Outstanding Alumni Achievement, Outstanding Alumni Service Awards, and Young Alumni Achievement Awards.

The four recipients for the Outstanding Alumni Achievement awards are Brad Bafaro, Alfred Furie, Dr.

The body as art

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Pacifc students bare it all as they present the human body as never seen before. See our slide show with photos by Alana Kansaku-Sarmiento on the website.

Some say it's pushing the envelope; others say it's freeing. Back by popular demand, the Human Canvas art show was most likely a mix of both.

University to students: stop illegal downloading

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Disciplinary action could soon await Pacific students who illegally share copyrighted material over the university's internet network; and most of the perpetrators don't even know they breaking the law.

Last week, students were sent an e-mail outlining the university's policy towards illegal file sharing and the possible ramifications if one was caught violating the rules.

2007-2008: A look back

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Record/Place Finished: 20-20, 17-15 NWC (4th)

All-NWC Selections: Zach Gatenbein, Matt Hendryx (First Team), Kaeo Lau Hee (Second Team), Joey Pulito, Jeff Johnston, Blaine Knuth, Sean Dickey (Honorable Mention)

What they'll remember: The baseball season was highlighted by a ten-game win streak that included four-game sweeps of Whitman and Puget Sound, bringing the Boxers within first-place Linfield.

Bonk heads to nationals

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Freshman golfer from Kamuela, Hawaii, Max Bonk, has earned an individual spot in the national tournament.

Bonk's spring stroke average of 72.89 and 2007-2008 season average of 74.06 has secured his spot among the top Division III collegiate golfers in the nation.

New tennis courts on the way

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Women's tennis will be able to sleep-in next season and avoid 5:30 a.m. practices in Tualatin because the new tennis courts will be built over the summer. The courts will be built on what is currently Tom Reyolds Field.

There will be six courts built with lights and weather permitting the goal is to start construction this summer so that they will be ready in the fall.

Branding takes away homely feeling

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Just Do It. Marketing divisions of Nike have materialized a brand of sporting gear into three words. It is a command and a motivator. This advertisement makes us think of Tiger Woods and his swoosh smile. Woods is one of the loyal spokesmen for Nike. From all angles Nike has created a global and recognizable brand.

CD Review: Welsh singer Duffy appeals to old, young in debut album

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

As showcased in her debut release, Rockferry, UK-born Duffy is an old soul in the body of a platinum blonde 23-year-old. Her album can be interpreted as a jazzy, old-fashioned tribute to Motown style, from which it borrows much of its bass lines and other elements from.

Digging through Pacific's Past

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Digging through old issues of The Pacific Index you'd be surprised what you'll find. The results of the vote to change the mascot from the Badger to the Boxer were announced and showed Boxer winning by one vote with 220 votes in the May 6, 1963 issue of the Index.

Editorial Comic

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Gender awareness lacking in politics

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

This presidential election's October surprise came a year early. Okay, so it was technically a November surprise; and, really, maybe not so much of a surprise at all.

At a small South Carolina gathering of supporters for John McCain, Arizona senator and Republican presidential nominee, an audience member stood up and asked the smug question, "How do we beat the b----?" The crowd laughed and applauded.

Letter from the Editor

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

"I'm majoring in journalism."

"Oh."

That's how many of my conversations go when people ask me what I'm doing with my education. They aren't really sure of what to tell me, or what kind of sympathy card they should send after they walk away.

There's no denying that newspapers are firing employees, consolidating, firing employees, merging and firing employees.

May is here and I don't know what to do!

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

osed to bring May flowers. If that is true, what do May flowers bring? Yes, the traditional joke is pilgrims, but for a third- year college student what does May really reveal?

Stomach knots, stress, fear, confusion, and planning seem to fill the days of my final month of school.

What changes will be waiting for us next fall?

Fri, 09 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Every fall semester for the past few years there have been major changes awaiting the returning classes. One year Burlingham replaced the old houses on University Ave. and this year Lincoln Park was transformed into a completely new, unrecognizable facility to those of us who knew the old park.