Welcome, Future Tigers
Welcome to University of the Pacific! Today’s Admitted Student Day is designed to give you the opportunity to experience Pacific—from our outstanding academic programs to our enriching student life activities and services. Please feel free to ask questions as you explore the university community so we can make your day enjoyable and fulfilling. Go Tigers!
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APRIL 11, 2025
ADMITTED STUDENT DAY
CHECK-IN | 8:15AM Burns Tower (D,10)
EARLY-MORNING ACTIVITIES | 9AM | OPTIONAL
• Admitted Student Next Steps
• Transfer Student Next Steps
• Campus and Housing Tours
OPENING SESSION | 10AM Knoles Lawn (E,9)
MORNING TRACK | 11AM
• Academic Previews
• Special Interest Sessions
• Choose a Tour
LUNCH + PACIFIC FAIR | NOON Knoles Lawn (E,9)
AFTERNOON TRACK | 1:30PM
• Academic Previews
• Special Interest Sessions
• Choose a Tour
LOST AND FOUND
DeRosa University Center Front Desk (B,6)
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EARLY-MORNING ACTIVITIES
9–9:45AM | Optional
Admitted Student (First-Year and Transfer) Next Steps
Knoles Lawn (E,9)
Campus and Housing Tours
Burns Tower (D,10)
OPENING SESSION
10–10:45AM
Knoles Lawn (E,9)
MORNING TRACK
11–11:45AM ACADEMIC
PREVIEWS
COLLEGE OF THE PACIFIC
Meet Dean Lee Skinner and faculty from the oldest and largest academic unit at Pacific. College of the Pacific offers programs covering the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, fine arts and performing arts.
Chemistry Experiments
Atchley Clock Tower (G,4)
In this dynamic chemistry session, you’ll watch as everyday objects—like bananas and roses—are flash-frozen and shattered before your eyes. Then, experience the jaw-dropping effect of tossing boiling water into liquid nitrogen, creating a massive, swirling cloud of fog. It’s the
Health and Exercise Sciences Lab Tour
Main Gymnasium (D,5)
Get a glimpse of how students and faculty work together to explore the human body, movement and performance. You’ll see equipment in action that measures things like muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness. Plus, you’ll hear about research projects and classes designed to prepare students for careers in health care, sports science, physical therapy and more.
Inside the Lab: Explore Pacific’s State-of-the-Art Microbiology Lab Biological Laboratories, Microbiology Lab (J,4)
In this hands-on session, you’ll get to use our high-powered confocal microscope to explore the microscopic world in stunning detail. Try out a quick activity, then take a tour of our newly refurbished microbiology lab, where you can check out the latest equipment Pacific students use for research.
*Additional tour at noon
Media Arts and Production Program
DeMarcus Brown Studio, Research and Development Lab (I,4)
Get a behind-the-scenes look at green screen and live-screen virtual production in the program’s research and development lab and learn how to place live actors in digital environments using Unreal Engine 5.
The First-Year Pacific Experience
DeRosa University Center 211 (B,6)
Explore the CORE curriculum and discover how your first year lays the foundation for academic success through General Education.
CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
Meet Dean Peter Witte and faculty members from Pacific’s Conservatory of Music, which prepares students to be performers, teachers, therapists, composers, scholars and music industry leaders.
Music Industry Forum
Instrumental Rehearsal Hall (F,9)
Join the music industry studies program director and current students as they discuss the latest industry news, trends, research and events.
EBERHARDT SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Meet faculty members from Pacific’s Eberhardt School of Business, which develops tomorrow’s innovators and business leaders in a personalized, experience-based learning environment.
Explore Your Future in Marketing
Weber Hall 103 (D,9)
Discover how a degree in marketing can unlock your potential in branding, consumer behavior, digital strategy and more, and learn about how we prepare
Let’s Talk Business
Weber Hall 112 (D,9)
Explore accounting, finance, business analytics, marketing, management and human resources as well as our brand-new hotel and hospitality management program, and certificate in entrepreneurship.
MCGEORGE SCHOOL OF LAW
Pacific’s McGeorge School of Law is an internationally recognized leader in legal education. Its location in Sacramento has shaped its development into a leading authority on public law, international law and advocacy.
Preparing Tomorrow’s Lawyers
Alex and Jeri Vereschagin Alumni House, Omega Phi Alpha Library (H,4)
McGeorge faculty will reveal the many pathways Pacific has to prepare you for a fulfilling career as a lawyer, including Pacific’s Legal Advantage program.
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
Meet Dean Elizabeth Orwin and faculty members from Pacific’s School of Engineering and Computer Science, which provides students with the technical skills to excel in their careers and the communication and leadership skills to contribute to their communities.
Prototyping and Testing
Pharming the Future:
The Next Gen of Pharmacists
Janet Leigh Theatre (D,7)
Explore the unique pathways in the field of pharmacy, ranging from serving as a frontline worker in the COVID-19 pandemic to ground-breaking drug development.
SPECIAL INTEREST SESSIONS
Career Services
Career Services Center (D,7)
Learn how career advisers support students for professional life after graduating from Pacific.
College Corps Program
DeRosa University Center 215 (B,6)
Explore how Pacific’s College Corps partnership helps students make an impact in the community while learning.
Financial Aid
Alex and Jeri Vereschagin Alumni House, Regents Board Room (H,4)
Our financial aid panel will answer your questions so you can learn more about how Pacific helps put our nationally acclaimed education within reach for all eligible students.
Inside the Cube: Pacific Makerspace
William Knox Holt Memorial Library, Innovation Commons (E,9)
Veteran Student Services
Military and Veteran Student Center (E,11)
Learn how Pacific provides services to support our military and veteran students. Voices of Pacific: Embracing Equity and Inclusion Center for Identity and Inclusion (CII Lounge) (D,7)
Join us to celebrate diversity and have an open conversation with representatives from our Center for Identity and Inclusion, including El Centro, Native American Student Services, Black Student Services, Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi Student Services, and the LGBTQ+ Resource Center, as well as mentors from our First Gen Hub.
CHOOSE A TOUR
Campus and Housing Tours
Burns Tower (D,10)
Library Tours
William Knox Holt Memorial Library (E,9)
LUNCH + PACIFIC FAIR
NOON–1:15PM
Knoles Lawn (E,9)
Enjoy lunch and learn about clubs, organizations and student services.
Khoury Hall 203 (E,6) and Chambers Technology Center 113 (F,6)
Apply engineering design processes and concepts in this interactive, hands-on session with leading School of Engineering and Computer Science faculty.
Check out the 3D printers, media equipment, sewing machines and VR headsets, and try out the Infinadeck, an omnidirectional VR treadmill.
LUNCH OPTIONS
Western Station
• Roast beef and cheese sliders
AFTERNOON 1:30–2:15PM
AFTERNOON TRACK
1:30–2:15PM
ACADEMIC PREVIEWS
COLLEGE OF THE PACIFIC
Meet Dean Lee Skinner and faculty from the oldest and largest academic unit at Pacific. College of the Pacific offers programs covering the natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, fine arts and performing arts.
Dental Hygiene
Biological Sciences Center 113 (H,5)
Join us for an engaging session to explore Pacific’s dental hygiene program and gain valuable insights into the dental hygiene profession.
Inside the Lab: Explore Pacific’s State-ofthe-Art Microbiology Lab
Biological Laboratories, Microbiology Lab (J,4)
In this hands-on session, you’ll get to use our high-powered confocal microscope to explore the microscopic world in stunning detail. Try out a quick activity, then take a tour of our newly refurbished microbiology lab, where you can check out the latest equipment Pacific students use for research.
Preparing Tomorrow’s Dentists
DeRosa University Center, Ballroom B (B,6)
Explore the ways in which Pacific prepares future dentists for success.
Printing with Floating Ink
Jeannette Powell Art Center 102 (K,2)
Pacific art professors will teach you how to
The First-Year Pacific Experience
DeRosa University Center 211 (B,6)
Explore the CORE curriculum and discover how your first year lays the foundation for academic success through General Education.
CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
Meet Dean Peter Witte and faculty members from Pacific’s Conservatory of Music, which prepares students to be performers, teachers, therapists, composers, scholars and music industry leaders.
Recording Studios Tour
Owen Hall (D,5)
Take a tour of Pacific’s state-of-the-art recording studio (Studio A), our virtual beats studio (Studio B) and our newly added mixing and mastering studio (Studio C).
EBERHARDT SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Meet faculty members from Pacific’s Eberhardt School of Business, which develops tomorrow’s innovators and business leaders in a personalized, experience-based learning environment.
Let’s Talk Business
Weber Hall 112 (D,9)
Explore the accounting, business analytics, marketing, and management and human resources programs with current Eberhardt undergraduate students and alumni.
Student Investment Fund
Weber Hall 205 (D,9)
Discover how the student-run investment
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
Meet Dean Elizabeth Orwin and faculty members from Pacific’s School of Engineering and Computer Science, which provides students with the technical skills to excel in their careers and the communication and leadership skills to contribute to their communities.
Explore the School of Engineering and Computer Science
Fletcher Jones Foundation Makerspace (I,1)
Explore Pacific’s new innovative makerspace with faculty, staff and student leaders. Learn about the school’s majors, cooperative education program and the specialized support you will receive to ensure your success.
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Meet with faculty from Pacific’s School of Health Sciences, which prepares students to become health care leaders who promote lifelong wellness through discovery, innovation and compassionate care.
All About the Field of Speech-Language Pathology
Chan Family Learning Center and Clinic 114 (A,4)
Get an overview of the rewarding field of speech-language pathology with an emphasis on why Pacific’s program is unique. Topics will include the various types of communication disorders, employment information and
SPECIAL INTEREST SESSIONS
Career Services
Career Services Center (D,7)
Learn how career advisers support students for professional life after graduating from Pacific.
College Corps Program
DeRosa University Center 215 (B,6)
Explore how Pacific’s College Corps partnership helps students make an impact in the community while learning.
Financial Aid
Alex and Jeri Vereschagin Alumni House, Regents Board Room (H,4)
Our financial aid panel will answer your questions so you can learn more about how Pacific helps put our nationally acclaimed education within reach for all eligible students.
Inside the Cube: Pacific Makerspace
William Knox Holt Memorial Library: Innovation Commons (E,9)
Check out the 3D printers, media equipment, sewing machines and VR headsets, and try out the Infinadeck, an omnidirectional VR treadmill.
Pacific Gaming Center
William Knox Holt Memorial Library,
Veteran Student Services
Military and Veteran Student Center (E,11)
Learn how Pacific provides services to support our military and veteran students.
Voices of Pacific: Embracing Equity and Inclusion
Center for Identity and Inclusion (CII Lounge) (D,7)
Join us to celebrate diversity and have an open conversation with representatives from our Center for Identity and Inclusion, including El Centro, Native American Student Services, Black Student Services, Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi Student Services, and the LGBTQ+ Resource Center, as well as mentors from our First Gen Hub.
CHOOSE A TOUR
Campus and Housing Tours Burns Tower (D,10)
Library Tours
William Knox Holt Memorial Library (E,9)
PLACES
Veteran Student Center
hoodies, pennants, baseball caps and much more.
#JOINTHEROAR TODAY AND CELEBRATE!
Burns Tower is the place to be if you want to say YES to Pacific today.
• Confirm your enrollment in your student portal (counselors will be available to assist and answer questions)
• Push a button to ring the Burns Tower bells
• Step into a photo booth with your family for a confetti-filled 360-degree souvenir video
• Accept a $25 voucher to the University Bookstore to pick up some spirit gear on us
If you’ve already confirmed your enrollment, we’d love to meet you! Stop by Burns Tower and take part in the festivities!
Post your photos and videos to Instagram and use the hashtag #JoinTheRoar to see yourself on the social wall!
Can’t make it to Burns today? No problem! Confirm your enrollment later in your student portal.
