Pacific Union College

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reflects a courage and selflessness that words can never fully capture.

Today, we hold their families, loved ones, and fellow service members close in our hearts with deep gratitude and remembrance. Their legacy will never be forgotten.

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.” — Isaiah 41:10

With gratitude, honor, and heartfelt remembrance this Memorial Day 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

⏰ LAST CHANCE! Be Part of PacificQuest 2026 — Apply by May 22 ☀️📚✈️🎬

Students in grades 6–12 will spend an unforgettable week at Pacific Union College exploring STEM, aviation, filmmaking, and more through hands-on experiences led by PUC professors. Spots are limited and the deadline is almost here!

PROGRAMS INCLUDE:

🧠 PQSeek STEM I (Grades 6–8)
🔬 PQRise STEM II (Grades 9–12)
✈️ PQSoar Aviation (Grades 9–12)
🎥 PQFlix Filmmaking (Grades 9–12)

✨ Earn 1 college credit
✨ Experience campus life
✨ Build friendships & make memories

📅 June 28 – July 3, 2026
⏰ Apply by May 22
🔗 puc.edu/pacificquest

PUC Parents and Families

05/14/2026

✨ Congratulations to the Winners and Finalists of the 2026 Emerging Voices of the Pacific Union High School Essay Contest ✍️📚✨

We are proud to recognize these talented student writers for their creativity, insight, and hard work!

🏆 WINNERS:

🥇 Boi Dinh (Daisy) Quan — 11th, San Gabriel Academy
🥈 Valerie Quirarte — 12th, Pine Hills Adventist Academy
🥉 Yeseina Tarango — 12th, San Gabriel Academy

👏 HONORABLE MENTIONS & FINALISTS:

• Winter Jobelle — 10th, San Gabriel Academy
• Jiayun Wei — 10th, San Gabriel Academy
• Jenna Rosaasen — 11th, Newbury Park Adventist Academy
• Emily Escamilla — 11th, Pine Hills Adventist Academy
• Claire Hunter — 12th, Pine Hills Adventist Academy
• Hudson Lowe — 12th, Pine Hills Adventist Academy
• Vanessa Ponce de Leon — 10th, Newbury Park Adventist Academy
• Kiara Jin — 10th, Sacramento Adventist Academy
• Kylie Koh — 9th, Pine Hills Adventist Academy
• Ethan Wilkinson — 12th, Pine Hills Adventist Academy
• TzuNuo Chao — 12th, Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy
• Chanedjl Mendoza — 9th, Pine Hills Adventist Academy
• Audrey Lockwood — 10th, Pine Hills Adventist Academy
• Stacie Dassie — 12th, Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy
• Leah Morphis — 11th, Rio Lindo Adventist Academy

Thank you to every student who participated — your voices and stories inspire us 😄💚👏

➡️ Learn more at puc.edu/essay-contest

PUC Parents and Families San Gabriel Academy Newbury Park Adventist Academy Pine Hills Adventist Academy Sacramento Adventist Academy Pleasant Hill Adventist Academy Rio Lindo Adventist Academy Pacific Union College Alumni Pacific Union Conference

05/11/2026

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05/11/2026

✨To all the moms — and those who love like moms — thank you! 💚✨

Thank you for the care you give, the strength you show, the encouragement you offer, and the countless ways you make others feel seen and loved.

Today we celebrate the women whose compassion, faith, and support help shape our communities and our lives every day.

You are appreciated more than words can say. Happy Mother’s Day!!!

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05/11/2026

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05/07/2026

✨ Sweet treats for the sweetest future nurses! 🍧🍭💚✨

05/05/2026

✨ READY FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE SUMMER? ☀️📚✈️🎬✨

PacificQuest 2026 is here! Students in grades 6–12 can spend a week at Pacific Union College exploring STEM, aviation, filmmaking, and more through hands-on learning led by PUC professors.

PROGRAMS INCLUDE:

🧠 PQSeek STEM I (Grades 6–8)
🔬 PQRise STEM II (Grades 9–12)
✈️ PQSoar Aviation (Grades 9–12)
🎥 PQFlix Filmmaking (Grades 9–12)

Students earn 1 college credit while enjoying worship, recreation, team-building, and life on the PUC campus 🏔️💚

🚨 Deadlines: May 8 & June 8 🚨
📅 June 28 – July 3, 2026
🔗 Learn more & apply: puc.edu/pacificquest

PUC Parents and Families Pacific Union College Alumni PUC Biology

05/05/2026

✨💚 A Foundation of Faith, Service, and Leadership 💚✨

From Adventist classrooms to becoming chair of the public health department at San Jose State University, Dr. Monica Allen’s journey is a powerful reminder of the lasting impact of Adventist education 🙌📚

“The foundation that was built for me through Adventist education has helped me believe that, by the grace of God, I am fully capable of working hard and learning and doing what is set before me.”

Read her inspiring story here:
🔗 http://puc.edu/monica-allens-story

PUC Parents and Families Adventist Colleges Adventist Education

Dr. Monica Allen has worn many hats as a working professional: a preschool teacher, public health practitioner, and professor at a state university. While her career path has wound around with several detours and pit stops, Monica has always been clear that wherever she was, whatever she was doing,....

05/01/2026

✨🌊 to our Albion Marine Biology adventure 🦀🌿✨

Exploring tide pools, studying marine life, and making unforgettable memories along the Mendocino Coast 🦭🐙🐳

➡️ Want to experience Albion for yourself? Learn more at puc.edu/albion 🐚🐠