Pacific University alumni sitting with students at a table during a Luau held outdoors on May 25, 1957. Paper cups and plates sit on the table, which is decorated with a pineapple. This lu'au was held on the Saturday afternoon preceding Pacific's 1957 Commencement ceremony, on the lawn by McCormick Hall. Old College Hall, which at this time was located where Washburne Hall would later be built, is visible in the background.
A note on the back of the photograph identifies some of those who appear in the photograph as: Elise Lundberg; Charles E. Bradley; Mrs. Cora Lee Burke; Miss Margaret Hinman (Class of 1891); and Miss Ann Broadhurst. A stamp notes, "Photo by Grove Studio & Camera Shop, Forest Grove, Oregon." Based on other similar photographs from the same event (see PUApic_008557 and PUApic_008559), the photographer may actually have been Herb Drew; he could have had it printed at the Grove Studio.
An article published in the campus newspaper, "Pacific celebrates initiation of Luau" (The Index, May 27, 1957, p. 1), described the event: "Saturday noon saw the initiation of Pacific University's first Luau, a Hawaiian dinner held in honor of the Rev. Roy Beecher Damron who was slated to receive an honorary degree from Pacific this year. The dinner, held at the proposed site of the new girls' dorm [i.e. Walter Hall], was given for the general purpose of honoring Hawaiian students, and the senior class. From 12 to 1 p.m., the group ate cracked crab and were entertained by Pacific students. Drs. Frank Chipps and Lowell Ellis were chairmen of the event, with Dr. Meredith McVickers handling the decorations."
This 1957 outdoor Lu'au predated the later Lu'au tradition established by Pacific University's Haumana O Hawai'i (Hawaii Student) club in 1961. Unlike the Hawaii Club Lu'aus, this 1957 event was not hosted by Hawaiian students, and was apparently much less authentic. One of the founders of Haumana O Hawai'i, Professor Fred Scheller, recalled, "“We really didn’t think their lu‘au was very good and we [complained]." Their complaints led to a challenge for the club to put on a lu'au instead, which they first did in 1961. (See: "The Aloha Connection," Pacific Magazine, Spring 2010, p. 12.)
Pacific University students, alumni and faculty getting food from a buffet line during a Luau held outdoors on May 25, 1957. Several attendees wear leis. The food is laid out on trays sitting directly on the ground, with pineapples used as decorations. This lu'au was held on the Saturday afternoon preceding Pacific's 1957 Commencement ceremony, on the lawn by McCormick Hall. The photograph was taken by Herb Drew (Class of 1960). For two other images of the same event, see: PUApic_008558 and PUApic_008559.
An article published in the campus newspaper, "Pacific celebrates initiation of Luau" (The Index, May 27, 1957, p. 1), described the event: "Saturday noon saw the initiation of Pacific University's first Luau, a Hawaiian dinner held in honor of the Rev. Roy Beecher Damron who was slated to receive an honorary degree from Pacific this year. The dinner, held at the proposed site of the new girls' dorm [i.e. Walter Hall], was given for the general purpose of honoring Hawaiian students, and the senior class. From 12 to 1 p.m., the group ate cracked crab and were entertained by Pacific students. Drs. Frank Chipps and Lowell Ellis were chairmen of the event, with Dr. Meredith McVickers handling the decorations."
This 1957 outdoor Lu'au predated the later Lu'au tradition established by Pacific University's Haumana O Hawai'i (Hawaii Student) club in 1961. Unlike the Hawaii Club Lu'aus, this 1957 event was not hosted by Hawaiian students, and was apparently much less authentic. One of the founders of Haumana O Hawai'i, Professor Fred Scheller, recalled, "“We really didn’t think their lu‘au was very good and we [complained]." Their complaints led to a challenge for the club to put on a lu'au instead, which they first did in 1961. (See: "The Aloha Connection," Pacific Magazine, Spring 2010, p. 12.)
A Pacific University student wearing a tie, shorts and sandals but no shirt, standing on a table to protest the dress code, surrounded by other students. Some of the other students are also protesting: one woman, identified as Laurie Collins, wears a placard that reads: "We protest." Others are either observing or opposing the protest. This photograph appears to have been staged in order to dramatize the protest, possibly for use in a publication. A stamp on the verso identifies it as having been created by Pacific's Office of Public Information (i.e. its publicity department). It appears to have been taken in a student lounge, possibly in McCormick Hall.
The photograph likely dates from circa March 1967. In that month, about 150 male students conducted a sit-in demonstration against Pacific's dinner dress code, which required "all men to wear a jacket and tie to dinner and women to wear either a dress or skirt as well as heels twice a week" (The Index, Mar. 6, 1967). This is one of several photographs that were taken on the same occasion; see also PUApic_015907 and PUApic_015908.
A pair of Pacific University students staging a protest against the university's dress code (right), while another pair of students opposes them (left). The woman on the right, Laurie Collins, wears clothes that conformed to the dress code, but she has added a placard that reads "We protest". The man on the right wears shorts, a shirt and sandals without a jacket or tie, which would not have conformed to the dress code. This photograph appears to have been staged in order to dramatize the protest, possibly for use in a publication. A stamp on the verso identifies it as having been created by Pacific's Office of Public Information (i.e. its publicity department). It was taken on Pacific's campus near Marsh Hall.
The photograph likely dates from circa March 1967. In that month, about 150 male students conducted a sit-in demonstration against Pacific's dinner dress code, which required "all men to wear a jacket and tie to dinner and women to wear either a dress or skirt as well as heels twice a week" (The Index, Mar. 6, 1967). This is one of several photographs that were taken on the same occasion; see also PUApic_015906 and PUApic_015908.
A pair of Pacific University students protesting the university's dress code. The woman, Laurie Collins, wears clothes that conformed to the dress code, but she has added a placard that reads "We protest". The man wears shorts, a shirt and sandals without a jacket or tie, which would not have conformed to the dress code. This photograph appears to have been staged in order to dramatize the students' protest, possibly for use in a publication. A stamp on the verso identifies it as having been created by Pacific's Office of Public Information (i.e. its publicity department). It was taken on campus, with Marsh Hall appearing in the background.
The photograph likely dates from circa March 1967. In that month, about 150 male students conducted a sit-in demonstration against Pacific's dinner dress code, which required "all men to wear a jacket and tie to dinner and women to wear either a dress or skirt as well as heels twice a week" (The Index, Mar. 6, 1967). This is one of several photographs that were taken on the same occasion; see also PUApic_015906 and PUApic_015907.
A video produced by Pacific University student Dean Croshere (Class of 2007), telling the history of Pacific's mascot, Boxer. Croshere, who serves as the narrator, interviews alumni from the classes of 1949-2008 regarding the original Boxer statue as well as Boxer II. Footage of a 1991 "Toss" involving Boxer II and scans of many historic photographs are also included.
Interviewees appearing on the video include: Ken Little (Class of 1951, Phi Beta Tau); Norm Larabee (Class of 1956, Phi Beta Tau); Lee Drew (Class of 1949, Phi Beta Tau; Bernie Cooper (Class of 1951, Phi Beta Tau); Rod Gilillan (Class of 1956, Gamma Sigma); Darrell Mapston (Class of 1972, Gamma Sigma); Jeff Grundon (Class of 1980 and later, Admissions Director); Billy Merck (Class of 1998); Greg McDaniel (Class of 2008, Gamma Sigma); and Pacific University President Phil Creighton.
This video was originally on a DVD produced in 2007. It was converted to MP4 format in 2025.
A 9 minute videorecording of Pacific University alumni from the 1930s-1960s, created by producer John Waller in 2007-2008. Alumni recount their memories of Pacific University during their time as students. Topics covered include: how students chose and came to Pacific; memories of President Giersbach; football games; the original "Boxer" mascot statue; dormitory life; and what Pacific meant to the alumni. Interviewees include: Kenneth Bragg (Class of 1945) and Margaret Bragg (1946); Fred Scheller (1943, MA 1954, Faculty); Dorothy Main (1935) and Kathy White (1963); Burton Huggett (1949, MSED 1956) and Margaret Huggett (1949, MA 1956); Del Judy (1946, MA ED 1975); Forrest Bump (1942) and Rosemary Bump (1960).
The video footage was recorded on June 21, 2007. Pacific University commissioned the video production company Uncage the Soul to "capture the heart of the Golden Guard experience at Pacific University and tell the story of the life and times of Pacific University during that generation" (as quoted from notes supplied by Pacific's Alumni Department). The company, led by producer John Waller, then edited the recordings into this short documentary video, which was completed in 2008. The title "Golden Guard" refers to Pacific University's honorary society for alumni who completed their time as students 50 or more years ago. Originally on DVD, the video has been converted to MP4 format for preservation purposes.
A group of Pacific University students studying in the lobby of the university's Carnegie Hall. The main entrance to the building is visible in the background. The original slide is marked "Phil Schofield Photo," most likely referring to the name of the photographer. It appears to date from the mid-1990s.
Pacific University Professor David Boersema, who taught philosophy, meeting with students in an office on campus. They appear to be on the second floor of Drake House, where the Philosophy Department was headquartered. This photograph was likely posed and intended to be used in marketing for the university. The original slide is marked "Phil Schofield Photo," most likely referring to the name of the photographer. It appears to date from the mid-1990s.
A group of Pacific University students gathered on and around the "Spirit Bench," which is plastered with student-made graffiti. In a tradition that began in the 1970s or possibly earlier, students were allowed to paint the bench as they wished. The original slide is marked "Phil Schofield Photo," most likely referring to the name of the photographer, and is dated 1995. This photograph was published in Pacific's 1998 "Viewbook," which was sent as marketing material to prospective students.
A Pacific University student with a man who was likely a chemistry professor, performing a chemistry laboratory experiment. The image was likely posed for dramatic effect, with clouds of vapor framing the two central characters against a dark background. The original slide is marked "Phil Schofield Photo," most likely referring to the name of the photographer, and is dated 1995. This photograph was published in Pacific's 1998 "Viewbook," which was sent as marketing material to prospective students.
Journalism students at Pacific University examining layouts for an issue of "The Index," Pacific's student newspaper. The original slide is marked "Phil Schofield Photo," most likely referring to the name of the photographer. It appears to date from circa 1996-1997.
A 1994 portrait of A. E. "Gene" Brim, Chairman and CEO of Brim, Inc., a healthcare administration company. Brim was serving as Pacific University's Chair of the Board of Trustees at the time this photograph was taken. He is wearing a tie with tiny gold "qilin" on it; a reference to Pacific University's qilin mascot, "Boxer." A version of this image was published on the cover of the Fall 1994 issue of Pacific's Alumni Magazine. The caption provided there states, "Trustee Board Chairman A.E. 'Gene' Brim considers his service to Pacific a rewarding experience. Photo by Jerome Hart." An interview with Brim was also published within that issue.
Pacific University's President Robert F. Duvall (left), with three other people who may be faculty or guests of the university, in 1994. They appear to be standing in the lobby of the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. Very likely, this photograph was taken during the Tom McCall Forum, an annual political debate featuring prominent guest speakers which was hosted by Pacific University. The 1994 Tom McCall Forum was held on Feb. 27 at the Schnitzer. The debaters, John Sununu and Pierre Salinger, do not appear to be in this photograph.
Alumni and/or staff of Pacific University, participating in the creation of a Time Capsule on October 23, 1993. They are placing copies of newspapers and magazines into a cement box. (For a related image taken at the same event, see PUA_PeoSlides_573.) This event was part of Pacific's 1993 Homecoming and Reunion. Two time capsule events were listed on the event schedule that year: this images relates either to the "0 year" time capsule, or the Class of 1968's 25-year capsule. It is unclear where the time capsule was to be placed. They are standing just east of Marsh Hall; Taylor-Meade Performing Arts Center appears directly behind them.
Per Pacific's Alumni Department, the time capsules buried that year were removed from the ground sometime prior to 2006, possibly due to the construction of Tran Library, which was nearby. "They were then stored in the basement at Abbott Alumni Center. Both were opened in 2018 and the contents given to the Archives, though much of the 1968 time capsule was destroyed beyond hope by mildew/mold."
Alumni and others connected to Pacific University, participating in the creation of a Time Capsule on October 23, 1993. (For a related image that shows the time capsule, see PUA_PeoSlides_574.) The man wearing a "Pacific" sweater on the right is probably University President Robert Duvall. This event was part of Pacific's 1993 Homecoming and Reunion. Two time capsule events were listed on the event schedule that year: this images relates either to the "0 year" time capsule, or the Class of 1968's 25-year capsule. It is unclear where the time capsule was to be placed. They are standing just east of Marsh Hall; Taylor-Meade Performing Arts Center appears directly behind them.
Per Pacific's Alumni Department, the time capsules buried that year were removed from the ground sometime prior to 2006, possibly due to the construction of Tran Library, which was nearby. "They were then stored in the basement at Abbott Alumni Center. Both were opened in 2018 and the contents given to the Archives, though much of the 1968 time capsule was destroyed beyond hope by mildew/mold."
A group of Pacific University students posing by the west entrance to Marsh Hall, next to what appears to be a new sign that reads, "Welcome to Pacific / Marsh Hall." This was likely taken by a staff photographer for marketing purposes. The original slide was printed in February, 1991.
Pacific University alumni identified some of those in this photograph as: Aimee Wourms Sargent (Class of 1993), with side ponytail; Bill James (Class of 1992), “squatting opposite Aimee”; Shelby Wickhorst (Class of 1991, OD 1999) “squatting on the top of the sign”; Jason Peterson (Class of 1993), "sitting on the sign"; James Scoggins (Class of 1993) “to [Jason’s] left, in grey”; Heather Tiedtka Hatton (Class of 1992), with red hair.
A woman, most likely a Pacific University alumna, standing near Pacific's "Spirit Bench" while holding cans of spray paint in her hands. In a tradition that began in the 1970s or possibly earlier, students have been allowed to paint the bench as they wished. The woman appears to have just painted the bench with the words, "Alumni Spirit Bench". Notably, the bench does not have many layers of paint on it, appearing to be nearly bare concrete. This photograph was probably taken soon after the original bench (which was damaged circa 1990), was replaced. The original slide was printed in November 1991; it was likely taken during Reunion of that year, which would have been in October.
Pacific University students relaxing on benches, during what appears to be a hot day. All are wearing shorts and one is drinking from a water bottle. This photograph was likely taken by a staff photographer, possibly for marketing purposes. The original slide was printed in April, 1990.
A group of people attending a reception on the patio of Washburne Hall on the Pacific University campus, apparently following Convocation in Fall, 1986. One woman holds program from the Convocation ceremony; another woman holds a red carnation, possibly given to her during the ceremony.
A woman, most likely a Pacific University student, runs to avoid the water from a sprinkler on the university's campus, while holding textbooks in her arms. The edge of Washburne Hall is visible in the background, along with a line of trees known as the "Birch Walk." The original slide was printed in June, 1989.
A group of four male Pacific University students, sitting in Trombley Square with Marsh Hall in the background. This photograph was likely taken by a staff photographer and may have been used for marketing purposes. The original slide is labeled, "Big Ideas," perhaps suggesting that this image was intended to illustrate how students talk and learn at the university. The photograph is undated; it may be from circa 1987-1993, based on their clothing.
Pacific University's President Faith Gabelnick in full academic regalia, surrounded by Pacific University students all wearing red, during her Inauguration on September 24, 1995. Gabelnick was Pacific's first woman president, serving from 1995-2003. In this photograph, she is wearing the President's medal with the seal of the university, and what appears to be a maile-style lei (though it might be made with oak or laurel leaves); this may have been a nod to Pacific's Hawaiian student community, and/or to Pacific's traditions honoring the oaks on campus. They are standing on the steps of Marsh Hall. This image was used on the cover of Pacific's Alumni Magazine in the Fall 1995 issue.
Pacific University's President James Miller wearing academic regalia, standing at a podium with two older people who are also wearing academic regalia. He appears to be giving them an award, or possibly honorary degrees. This was likely taken during Commencement in the 1970s.
