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- 1Purdue researchers launch new search for Amelia Earhart's plane▼Purdue researchers travel this week to search for Amelia Earhart's missing plane
A team of Purdue University researchers is travelling this week to search for the missing plane of aviator Amelia Earhart, who vanished over the Pacific in 1937. The expedition is drawing attention as one of the latest efforts to solve one of aviation's most enduring mysteries, with observers watching to see whether the team can turn up new evidence of the aircraft's fate.
- 2Purdue researchers to examine possible Amelia Earhart plane wreckage●Purdue researchers travelling to Pacific Ocean island group to examine possible Amelia Earhart aircraft remnants
Researchers from Purdue University are travelling to a remote island group in the Pacific Ocean to investigate possible remnants of Amelia Earhart's aircraft. The aviator vanished during her 1937 attempt to fly around the world, and her disappearance remains one of aviation's great mysteries. The expedition has drawn attention as it could finally shed light on what happened to her plane.
- 3Newsom signs law designating California AANHPI-serving institutions▼Governor Newsom signs historic legislation designating California Asian American and Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander-serving institutions
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation creating an official state designation for Asian American and Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander-serving institutions. The measure, described as historic by the governor's office, formally recognizes colleges and universities that serve large AANHPI student populations, opening the door to targeted state support. Officials and education advocates are welcoming the move as a step toward equity in higher education.
- 4Pacific Women's Tennis Shines at Central Valley Clash▼Women’s Tennis Celebrates Success at Central Valley Clash
The University of the Pacific women's tennis team is celebrating a successful showing at the Central Valley Clash. The Tigers' programme highlighted its results from the event, marking a positive moment early in the season for the Stockton-based squad as it builds momentum in regional collegiate competition.
- 5Pacific Tigers Basketball Adds Dignity Health Jersey Patches▼Men's and Women's Basketball to Feature Dignity Health Jersey Patches for 2026-27 Season
University of the Pacific's men's and women's basketball teams will wear Dignity Health jersey patches for the 2026-27 season under a new sponsorship deal announced by the athletics department. Jersey patch partnerships have become a growing revenue source for college programs, and the agreement ties the Tigers to a major regional health care provider.
- 6Boxers finish second at Pacific Lutheran Invite●Boxers flirt with school record, finish second at Pacific Lutheran Invite
Pacific University's men's golf team, the Boxers, finished second at the Pacific Lutheran Invite, coming close to a school record in the process. The result is a strong showing for the program, which narrowly missed setting a new benchmark score at the tournament hosted by Pacific Lutheran University.
- 7WesternU medical professor elected research federation fellow●WesternU COMP professor elected American Federation of Medical Research Fellow
A professor at Western University of Health Sciences' College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific has been elected a Fellow of the American Federation for Medical Research. The honor recognizes contributions to medical research and is considered a distinction among physician-scientists. The university announced the election through its news outlet, highlighting the faculty member's achievement for the campus community.