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Lead The Pac Podcast
by Pacific University OregonWelcome to the Lead The Pac Podcast by the Pacific University Oregon Office of Admissions. This is the first college 101 podcast brought to you directly from the source. Join us for an array of interviews, conversations, advice, and guidance about navigating the college search process. There are two main series within Season 2. One series is what we're calling 'All Things Admissions' where we cover insider tips from Admissions. The second is our 'Boxer Briefs' where we’ll be chatting with all kinds of Boxers, students, professors, staff, about themselves and some of their favorite traditions on campus.We hope this podcast is helpful for students and families alike. Go Boxers!
Copyright: © 2024 Lead The Pac Podcast
Episodes
S2E6 Money Talks! Making the FAFSA and Financial Aid Feasible
28m · PublishedAll Things Admissions!
Pacific University Admissions is joining forces with the Office of Financial Aid for a dive into strategies to navigate the cost of college. Griffin Shaulis, an outstanding financial aid counselor at Pacific U, gives insight into apply for financial aid and understanding the lingo of higher education.
Griffin also gives examples of questions to ask financial aid offices, and a timeline of what to expect with learning how much each school will actually cost you.
Contact the Financial Aid Office directly to ask general questions or schedule an appointment.
503-352-2857 | [email protected]
Music Credit: Chilling Time - Provided by Tunetank
S2E5 It's Anything but Common! Common Sense You Need for the Common App
29m · PublishedAll Things Admissions!
In this episode we are joined by Donna Ramos Barsana, an Associate Director in the Admissions Office at Pacific University. We’re picking her brain about the process of applying to colleges via the Common Application. Hear about strategies for how to fill out the app and be true to you, even if analysis paralysis takes over!
Steps on applying to Pacific University!
pacificu.edu/applynow
Contact the Office of Admissions
[email protected]
Instagram
@pacuadmissions
Music Credit: Chilling Time - Provided by Tunetank
S2E4 It's a Bird! It's a Plane! No...It's Boxer!
17m · PublishedBoxer Briefs
The myth, the legend - Boxer! Listen in as the Senior Associate Director of Admissions, Jeff Grundon ‘80, shares stories on the history and traditions of Pacific University’s mascot named Boxer. Go Boxers!
Boxer History
pacificu.edu/sites/default/files/documents/boxerhistory.pdf
Retirement of the Badger and Start of Boxer Toss
pacificu.edu/about/media/bye-bye-badger
Where is Boxer now?
pacificu.edu/about/media/rebellion-renaissance-part-original-boxer-finds-its-way-home
Contact the Office of Admissions
[email protected]
Music Credit: Chilling Time - Provided by Tunetank
S2E3 If the Shoe Fits...How to Continue Your College Search from Home
35m · PublishedAll Things Admissions!
One of the biggest buzz words you might hear in the college search is fit. Fit is what people talk about when they encourage students to find the right college for them. So how to figure out what’s the best fit for you?
In this episode, one of our amazing admissions counselors, Tania Castañeda-Cervantes, helps us break down some of the top considerations in your college search to find that perfect fit!
Fall Admissions Event - Senior Preview Scholarship Day
pacificu.edu/srpreview
Pacific U Admissions Office Instagram
@pacuadmissions
Contact the Office of Admissions
[email protected]
Music Credit: Chilling Time - Provided by Tunetank
S2E2 Sneak Peek: Meet Your Hosts!
12m · PublishedMeet your hosts! This minisode has Leiana and Madi sharing their experience with college search and how they found the major for them. Hear about why they both chose to work in Admissions and learn what they do to support you!
Social Media for Pacific U Admissions
pacificu.edu/social-media
Contact the Office of Admissions
[email protected]
Music Credit: Chilling Time - Provided by Tunetank
S2E1 Summer Fun! College Tour Tips and Tricks
24m · PublishedAll Things Admissions!
What do colleges really want you to ask them about? We sat down with Derek Naegeli, Associate Director of Admissions at Pacific University, to talk about the top tips for preparing for college campus tours and how to get the most out of a visit to campus.
Schedule a Visit to Pacific University
pacificu.edu/visit
Oregon Private College Week
July 25-29, 2022
pacificu.edu/opcw
Contact the Office of Admissions
[email protected]
Music Credit: Chilling Time - Provided by Tunetank
S1E17 Keiara and college during 2020-2021
8m · PublishedStudent Stories
What is it like to be in college during a global pandemic? Keiara, a sophomore majoring in Chemistry, talks about the support that her professors provided when everything switched and how that really made a difference for her academically at Pacific!
Keiara also talks about the experience of coming to college without knowing anyone, starting fresh and her story can give hope to students that at Pacific they'll find those lifelong friendships - even if it's a bit awkward along the way!
Connect with our current Pacific University Boxers:
pacificu.edu/meet-boxer
Explore the Housing options at Pacific!
https://www.pacificu.edu/housingdining/housing
S1E16 Majestik double majors, and so can you!
7m · PublishedStudent Stories
Curious about double majoring in college? Majestik, a sophomore double majoring in Psychology and Philosophy, talks about academics on campus and may even have you considering juggling two of our 65 different areas of study at Pacific!
Majestik also shares the quirky stories of professors and cats, the cultural diversity on campus, and the moment that she really felt known. Get a sneak-peak into the adventures that await incoming freshmen and transfer students when Majestik talks about the pre-orientation Voyage adventure trip she went on before classes even started at Pacific!
Connect with our current Pacific University Boxers:
pacificu.edu/meet-boxer
Explore the Voyages Program through Pacific University's Outdoor Pursuits Office!
pacificu.edu/sports-recreation/voyages
S1E15 Pre-Med Advice from Melina
6m · PublishedStudent Stories
A local Oregonian attending Pacific University is sharing their story this week!
Melina, a sophomore double majoring in Public Health and Spanish, is preparing for a Physicians Assistant graduate program and she has some great advice for students. She's sharing tips on everything from the free tutoring on campus, how to make friends when you're here and some of the advantages of Pacific's pre-med tracks.
Connect with our current Pacific University Boxers:
pacificu.edu/meet-boxer
Explore the Advantage Scholar Program at Pacific University!
pacificu.edu/advantage-scholar-program
S1E14 Maggie and Greek Life
7m · PublishedStudent Stories!
We're continuing with our new project where we get to hear stories from our current students about life on and off campus.
This week Maggie, a junior double majoring (!!) in History and French, shares her expertise in Greek Life at Pacific, student resources on campus and the moment she knew Pacific was her second home!
Connect with current Pacific Boxers!
pacificu.edu/meet-boxer
Explore the Admissions Events!
pacificu.edu/admissions-events
Lead The Pac Podcast has 23 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 7:44:39. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on November 23rd 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on February 25th, 2024 11:11.
