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News and Stories | Class of 1969

Larry Clausen '69, OD '70 To Receive Massih Prize

Pacific University's former vice president for academic affairs is honored for his dedication to optometry, public health and education with the Kamelia Massih Prize for a Distinguished Optometrist.

Les AuCoin Hall Dedicated for Renowned Alumnus

The ceremony, honoring the Pacific alumnus and nine-term Congressman, kicked off the celebration of Pacific University's 175th anniversary.

Pacific Renames Building To Honor Alum Les AuCoin '69

The newly remodeled building at the heart of the Forest Grove Campus, formerly known as Pacific Hall, honors the nine-time Congressman for his lifetime of service.

AuCoin accepts thanks from Jon George, a member of the Grand Ronde Tribal Council, at Pacific University.

Q&A With Les AuCoin

Former U.S. Rep Les AuCoin (D-安博体育)’69, Hon. ’78, has turned over to Pacific University an extensive collection of papers documenting his life in public service. He responded by email to a set of questions from Pacific magazine’s Mike Francis about his choice to do so, issues of politics and the tenor of the political climate, as well as some personal reflections.

Les AuCoin stands in front of the Portland skyline with Mt Hood in the background

Influential Congressman Les AuCoin ’69 Donates His Papers to Pacific

The collected papers of Pacific alumnus and former U.S. Rep. Les AuCoin are now available to researchers, students and others at the Tran Library at Pacific University.