Pacific University to Honor Nearly 300 Graduate and Professional Students at August Commencement
Pacific University is set to celebrate teh academic achievements of nearly 300 graduate and professional students during its annual August Commencement Ceremony. The event will take place on Saturday, August 9, on the Forest Grove Campus.
The commencement exercises are scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on the east lawn, situated outside of Marsh Hall. While tickets are complimentary, they are required for all attendees. For those unable to be present, the ceremony will be accessible via a livestream on the university’s official YouTube channel.
Graduates from five of Pacific’s esteemed healthcare graduate and professional programs will be conferred degrees. Specifically, candidates from the Dental Hygiene studies program will receive bachelor’s degrees. Master’s and doctoral degrees will be awarded to students completing programs in Audiology, Graduate Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, and the interdisciplinary Doctor of Philosophy in Education & Leadership program.
pacific University observes three distinct commencement ceremonies throughout the year.These include the August graduate-level commencement, dual ceremonies in May for both undergraduate and graduate students, and a June ceremony dedicated to graduates of the Master of Fine Arts in Writing Program.
Historical Trends
Pacific University’s tradition of multiple commencement ceremonies reflects a growing trend in higher education to provide more tailored recognition for diverse student populations, particularly graduate and professional programs.This approach allows for more focused celebrations that acknowledge the specific academic journeys and professional readiness of each cohort. the university’s commitment to livestreaming events further aligns with modern accessibility standards, ensuring that family and friends worldwide can participate in these meaningful milestones.
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