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Support students on Giving Tuesday and with Pacific's holiday gift guide
During this season of giving, Pacific supporters can make a meaningful impact on students by 鈥攁 global day of generosity鈥攖hen read on to get holiday gift ideas for everyone from sports fans to music lovers.
Give back to Pacific students
Pacific is highlighting three priority areas for Giving Tuesday: the food pantry, the Pacific Fund and the Center for Identity and Inclusion.
Supporters who donate $25 or more will receive a limited-edition ornament featuring an illustration of Burns Tower.
鈥淭hese funds provide life-changing support for our students,鈥 said Scott Biedermann 鈥05, 鈥20, vice president for University Development and Alumni Relations. 鈥淕ifts of any size make a difference to help ensure our students have the resources they need to pursue their studies and be successful.鈥
The food pantry, located in Wendell Phillips Center on the Stockton Campus, is a valuable resource for Pacific students facing food insecurity. A $10 donation can provide a pound of food. Gift cards are provided for students based on the San Francisco and Sacramento campuses.
The Pacific Fund directly benefits students by providing immediate, emergency support to cover services such as medical care, housing assistance and technology. Since the start of the academic year, 57 students have received emergency assistance.
The Center for Identity and Inclusion provides a supportive environment for students who are members of cultural, LGBTQ and gender-focused identity groups. Donations to the center are used to provide scholarships, enhance programming and improve outreach.听
Supporters can give to any or all of these funds in addition to their school or college of choice on the , which will be available beginning Monday, Nov. 28.听
Gift guide
From Pacific apparel and games to conservatory and athletics tickets, find the perfect present with this 糖心vlog holiday gift guide
Summer High School Institute聽
Give the gift of a Pacific education to the student in your family. Pacific鈥檚 Summer High School Institute will offer two sessions in 2023: June 5-17 and June 20-July 1.听
High schoolers have the opportunity to fully experience college life on the Stockton Campus choosing from among 40 immersive academic and athletic programs, including dental, law, coding, drone piloting, astronomy, band and golf.
Outside of class, a host of activities are planned during the two-week session. Students can enjoy movies under the stars, arts and crafts, karaoke, swimming and more.
Cheer for your favorite Pacific teams
Bring the whole clan to Family Day on Dec. 29 as the Pacific men鈥檚 basketball team hosts Brigham Young University. On Jan. 21, see the Tigers face off against one of the top college basketball programs in the country鈥擭o. 6 ranked Gonzaga. The Tigers will renew their long rivalry with the San Francisco Dons in a key West Coast Conference contest Feb. 16.听
Fans are encouraged to wear orange as Pacific women鈥檚 basketball celebrates Family Day Jan. 28 in a match against Brigham Young University. Support the fight against breast cancer in the annual Pink Game as the Pacific women鈥檚 basketball team takes on San Francisco Feb. 11, followed by the men鈥檚 game against San Diego.
Take in a show
Enjoy an evening of first-class musical performances by Conservatory students with special guest artists and conductors.
A Resident Artist Recital on Jan. 18 will feature Thomas Derthick (double bass), Patricia Shands (clarinet), John Cozza (piano) and Logan Adams and Noah Gonzales (double bassists).听
The Symphony Orchestra performs Feb. 4 with conductor-in-residence Laura Jackson.
The Symphonic Wind Ensemble and University Concert Band performs Feb. 15 with composer-in-residence Marie Douglas joined by prize-winning flutist and assistant professor of practice Brittany Trotter.
Tickets for most Conservatory performances are .
Shop local
Miracle Mile, the eclectic shopping and dining district near the Stockton Campus, has dozens of specialty restaurants, services and stores offering clothing, home decor, jewelry, candles, books and more. Many businesses offer a .听
Show school spirit
From Pacific apparel to , the university bookstore is brimming with options for students, alumni and family, including the .
Stay warm this winter with a 聽or add a to your tree. can also show off their Pacific pride.
Use the code 鈥榝riendsfamily鈥 to get up to 30% off Nov. 23 through Nov. 28.听