Lead The Pac Podcast Pacific University Oregon
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Welcome 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!
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S2E6 Money Talks! Making the FAFSA and Financial Aid Feasible
All 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 | financialaid@pacificu.edu
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S2E5 It's Anything but Common! Common Sense You Need for the Common App
All 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
admissions@pacificu.edu
Instagram
@pacuadmissions
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S2E4 It's a Bird! It's a Plane! No...It's Boxer!
Boxer 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
admission@pacificu.edu
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S2E3 If the Shoe Fits...How to Continue Your College Search from Home
All 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
admissions@pacificu.edu
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S2E2 Sneak Peek: Meet Your Hosts!
Meet 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
admission@pacificu.edu
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S2E1 Summer Fun! College Tour Tips and Tricks
All 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
admission@pacificu.edu
Music Credit: Chilling Time - Provided by Tunetank