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Information for Community

51ºÚÁÏ is at the heart of its communities.

We're the only comprehensive university in Washington County. The City of Forest Grove grew up around the fledgling campus, founded in 1849, and our campus today sits at the center of downtown Forest Grove. We've since expanded to Hillsboro, where our campus is in the middle of the Health & Education District.

Our students, employees and alumni live, learn, work and serve right here in our local communities. We're one of the top employers in Forest Grove and have deep connections and partnerships with local government, business and nonprofit organizations.

Our Early Learning Community offers education for local children. Our physical and mobile healthcare clinics serve patients throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington. And our students and alumni are on the front lines of our communities — the vast majority working in schools and healthcare systems.

We're committed to being active community members, partners and neighbors. 

We welcome the public to enjoy access to a wealth of resources on our campuses, from libraries to athletic facilities.

Quick Links

  • Lifelong Learning
    • Early Learning Community: The Forest Grove Campus is home to the Early Learning Community, a private preK through fourth-grade school open to the community.
    • Undergraduate, Graduate & Professional Programs: Continue your education by exploring degree programs through Pacific.
    • Community members are welcome to use the Forest Grove and Hillsboro campus libraries during open hours. Guests may use library materials in-house, and those with memberships at partner libraries (including Washington County Cooperative Library Services) may borrow some materials.
  • Employers & Partners
  • Healthcare
    • Pacific Clinics: Pacific operates a wide variety of healthcare clinics throughout the greater Portland area, as well as mobile clinics serving the community with dental hygiene and optometric care.
  • Explore Campus
    • Public Events: We welcome our community to attend a variety of campus events, from art exhibits to performances.
    • Cheer on the Boxers as they complete in 24 NCAA Division III sports.

Upcoming Events

Public Events
Homecoming | Boxer Nation Tailgate Party
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Forest Grove, Parking Lots, Lot M

Join the ultimate pre-game party! The tailgating area will be buzzing with energy, featuring the Boxer Club tent and tailgates hosted by individuals and groups, including the Class of 2006. Nearby, the Alumni Board will host Boxer Garden tours and a food drive for the Boxer Food Share.

Homecoming | Boxer: The History, The Heists, The Homecoming
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Forest Grove

Join us where the original Boxer was first taken for a captivating history of our iconic mascot and the chance to take pictures with all three statues!

Homecoming | Old College Hall Open House - Oct. 2026
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Forest Grove, Old College Hall

Remember your journey and honor the journeys of alumni since passed by visiting the historic Old College Hall built in 1850. Volunteers from the Friends of Historic Forest Grove will be available to lead you on a tour of the special history display in honor of Homecoming Weekend.

Homecoming | Football vs. Pacific Lutheran University
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Forest Grove, Lincoln Park Athletic Complex, Hanson Stadium

Join fellow fans at Hanson Stadium to cheer on the Boxer football team as they take the field against Pacific Lutheran University.

Homecoming | Art Class with Joyce Gabriel & Catherine Bede ‘97
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Forest Grove

This interactive session invites guests to unleash their creativity alongside artists Joyce Gabriel and Catherine Bede ’97. Using mixed media, participants will craft personalized collaged cards inspired by Pacific’s campus flora and history.