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These policy handbooks supersede all previous publications issued by the University; as well as any express or implied representations previously made by persons employed by the University. These policies and procedures are necessarily general and may change as the University changes. PUN ID required to view the document. Updated in 2024

������Ƶ is an academic community – a community where the pursuit of knowledge, understanding and skills are the common ideals, which unite us as its members. An academic community in which students, faculty and staff members come together in voluntary association is based upon the fundamental respect members maintain for themselves and for others. Personal integrity is valued above all else, and each community member is expected to maintain integrity in every situation no matter how...

The purpose of this policy is to establish a process and guidance for any ������Ƶ student seeking to resolve an alleged violation, directly affecting that student, of any of the policies or procedures of the university, college, or school in which the student is enrolled. This policy applies to any student enrolled at ������Ƶ and any grievance for which there is not an existing process established as set forth in a university handbook or policy (e.g., academic review...

������Ƶ recognizes the importance of jury duty as a civic responsibility and aims to support students who have received a juror summons by offering reasonable academic and institutional support, keeping in mind that students may ask the court to defer their service to a later date. Students who are called to serve on a jury should consult with their instructors and academic advisors about the impact of their jury service on their course work and academic progress. Depending on the...

This policy is designed to recognize that many students use first names other than their legal names to identify themselves. This policy makes official University use of preferred names for students in certain instances, while maintaining the official, legal name when required. Congruent with ������Ƶ’s commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive campus environment, this policy aims to support the transgender and gender-neutral student populations, as well as students who prefer...

The Student Records Retention Policy will do the following: retain student records as required by federal, state, and other regulatory agencies; preserve the records that are vital to the university; and provide needed documentation in the event of litigation.

Based on the facts that Styrofoam (or expanded polystyrene) is petroleum based, (which is a nonrenewable resource and a significant emitter of greenhouse gases), non-biodegradable, a top contributor to hazardous waste, and releases toxic chemicals styrene and benzene when exposed to hot, acidic, alcoholic, or oily substances, this policy bans the further purchase of Styrofoam for ������Ƶ affiliated programs. Styrofoam foam food service containers shall not be sold, used, provided, or...

������Ƶ takes seriously the responsibility to cultivate a well-educated, engaged community committed to building a healthier future. As stated in our mission, we embrace the concept of environmental sustainability and commit to using the university as a learning laboratory for sustainable practices. Read our full sustainability policy (pdf).

The purpose of this policy is to utilize University Information Services’ expertise to help purchasers make technology purchases that best benefit the university and avoid potential problems. UIS can help purchasers purchase the most cost effective technology and the technology UIS is best able to support, as well as avoid potential incompatibilities and legal issues. The policy also ensures that technology that needs to be tracked is recorded in UIS property databases and that the ownership of...

Congress passed Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in 1973. It is a civil rights statute designed to prevent discrimination against individuals with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which was modeled after Section 504, was signed into law in July 1990, but most provisions did not take effect until January 26, 1992 and July 26, 1992.

All thefts or damage to University property and all other thefts, which come to the attention of the University employees, are to be reported promptly to Campus Public Safety. A form for such reports is available in the Office of Campus Public Safety.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. § 1681) is a federal law that states “no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” The law expressly prohibits all forms of sex discrimination, which include sexual harassment, sexual assault and sexual violence. More information can be found on the...

Tobacco & Inhalant Delivery Systems – In compliance with ORS 431A.175 and ORS 339.883, tobacco products and inhalant delivery systems may not be possessed or used by any person under twenty-one (21) years of age on University premises or at University-sponsored activities. Senate Bill 754, signed by the Governor of Oregon in August, 2017 and in effect as of January 1, 2018, makes it an offense to sell tobacco products or inhalant delivery systems to anyone under 21 years of age. Additionally...

This policy governs the protection, management and expression of the ������Ƶ identity and brand. Its purpose is twofold: Legal Protection: To establish mandatory requirements for the user of university-owned names and marks. This protects the university from consumer confusion, unauthorized endorsement, and “brand dilution” by asserting legal control over how trademarks are used by internal units, external partners, and third-party manufacturers. Brand Stewardship: To define and...

Students in the College of Undergraduate Studies may apply for Undergraduate Conference Travel funding. Please read the attached document for additional information and link to the online application form.

������Ƶ is committed to providing care to patients of any age. The purpose of this policy is to establish and inform the process of caring for minors and obtaining consent. This policy applies to the workforce members of ������Ƶ’s Healthcare Clinics. Treatment and Care of Minors - Procedure

The purpose of this policy is to outline requirements for departments wishing to adopt digital signage technologies. Guidelines are given and standards enforced so that digital signage represents the university well, can be managed on an ongoing basis, and does not violate legal regulations or other university policies.

The program faculties of ������Ƶ recognize that undergraduate students are sometimes well-prepared to engage successfully in graduate level course work, and that they may benefit academically from such advanced learning experiences. This policy provides guidelines and restrictions for Pacific students enrolled in an undergraduate course of study to concurrently enroll in graduate level coursework at Pacific. Students who enroll in graduate level coursework at another academic...

������Ƶ accepts, for transfer, coursework and credits comparable in nature, content, academic quality, and academic level to the coursework expected of the relevant Pacific degree program, according to evaluation criteria and transfer limits determined by each College, School, and/or Program. This comprehensive university undergraduate transfer policy will apply to all programs while supporting appropriate programmatic implementation differences. Additional Resources: Undergraduate...

The university provides cell phones to some employees for use in completion of their job duties. This policy outlines how employees are selected to receive a phone, how these phones are budgeted, how they are managed, and employee’s responsibilities when using cell phones.