Congrats, Tiger, you made it through midterms! What better way to celebrate than with your family and friends at Homecoming! University of the Pacific will host various events and programs this weekend, from October 13-15, across campus for alumni, family members, students and members of the Pacific community to enjoy.

All events require registration, which can be accomplished in person on October 13 at the Welcome Center in the Alex and Jeri Vereshchagin Alumni House. Here you can also pick up a weekend schedule, name tags and event tickets. Their hours are 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday. 

Here’s a quick breakdown of events you, as a current student, don’t want to miss! 

Movie night under the stars

Grab some pillows and blankets from your dorm room and set them up on the Don and Karen DeRosa University Center Lawn for an outdoor screening of “A Million Miles Away” (PG) on Friday, October 13 at 8 p.m. “A Million Miles Away” tells the inspiring story of Pacific alumnus José Hernández, the first migrant farmworker to travel to space. The event is free, and popcorn will be provided! 

Run, stride or walk around campus

Bright and early on Saturday morning is the Tiger Dash, a family-friendly race around our beautiful campus. There’s a half-mile Cub Run for kids, the timed and certified 5K Tiger Dash and a casual 5K Pack Walk for strollers and pets on leashes. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m., and the official start time is at 8 a.m.  

Breakfast with the president

If you prefer a later start to your Saturday morning, head over to President and First Lady Callahan’s home for a backyard breakfast with live music from Pacific student musicians at 9 a.m. 

Cheer on your Pacific athletics teams across campus

There are four opportunities for you to show school spirit and cheer on your Tigers on Saturday. But before heading over to the women’s volleyball match, stop by the Homecoming lunch and tailgate at 11:30 a.m. for some great barbeque, fun activities, beer/wine and giveaways. Then, head over to Alex G. Spanos Center to watch women’s volleyball take on the Gonzaga Bulldogs at 12:30 p.m. 

After the match, head over to Knoles Field to watch women’s soccer challenge Bay Area foe, Santa Clara Broncos, at 1:30 p.m.  

Next, take your Tiger spirit over to Chris Kjeldsen Pool, where your #13 Pacific men’s water polo team will take on #15 California Baptist at 3 p.m.  

Finally, end your night back on Knoles Field to watch a beautiful Stockton sunset AND men’s soccer match against California at 7 p.m. 

On Sunday, your nationally ranked men’s water polo team will be back in the pool to face #12 UC Santa Barbara. End your Homecoming weekend with a splash!  

Immersive experiences

On Saturday at 10:30 a.m., Pacific will be offering free academic experiences to allow alumni, students and families to explore the innovative learning spaces and connect with faculty, Deans and students. These interactive sessions will be led by Pacific faculty members, some of whom are Faculty Mentor Award recipients. 

The Homecoming headquarters is also a great resource for questions and offers device charging stations and light beverages. For more information about this weekend, check out this website. 

See you there, and happy Homecoming! 

Megan Nishimura

Megan Nishimura is a fourth-year marketing major from Honolulu, Hawai’i. You can find her in Burns Tower as Enrollment Marketing’s student copywriter, in the stands as an athletics event staff worker or on the court as a member of Pacific’s Division 1 volleyball team.

You’re in luck if you want a place to watch the remainder of the FIFA World Cup matches! Students have been gathering in the Lair to watch their favorite teams, as the Division of Student Life has been hosting a series of watch parties with games featured on multiple screens.  

Last week’s USA game against Iran brought a large crowd, and the energy in the room was electric.  “It’s really fun to watch the games here, the food is great, and I am excited to be able to watch with my friends,” said Jai Sahni, a student and player for Pacific’s Men’s Soccer team. 

The Lair, located on the second floor of the DeRosa University Center, features multiple screens for viewing pleasure, food and drinks, and a giant World Cup bracket. You’ll find even more World Cup fun on the first floor of the DeRosa University Center. Students are featured in pictures holding the flag of the team they are rooting for.  

Executive Director of Campus Life Donte Miller hopes to continue hosting watch parties in the Lair so students can have a space to have fun and connect with their peers. 

Update: The Men’s Water Polo team will compete against UC Berkeley in the national semi-finals at 2 p.m., Saturday. You’re welcome to join the festivities as we cheer them on at the watch party in The Lair on the second floor of the DeRosa University Center.

Whew! Is it just me, or is anyone else’s heart still racing from the USA vs Iran match? The World Cup is in full force right now, but so is the NCAA Men’s Water Polo National Championships. Might I suggest taking a break from fútbol and coming out to support your Pacific Tigers Men’s Water Polo team as they play in the Opening Round on Thursday?

If you haven’t been following Men’s Water Polo, let me catch you up to speed. Living up to their “Water Polo U” nickname, the Tigers finished 7th in the nation and 1st in the Golden Coast Conference, with their entire seven-man starting lineup receiving all-conference awards. This will be Pacific’s fifth postseason appearance and their third in the last five seasons. They finished runner-up in both 2013 and 2019.

Elite athletes from around the world comprise this championship team. Over the summer, current players Reuel D’Souza, Jeremie Cote and Bogdan Djerkovic represented Team Canada at the 19th FINA World Championships in Budapest, Hungary. They are looking to represent them again at the 2024 Paris Olympics.    

Watch Party at The Lair

Ready to come out and support? The Tigers are taking on the UC Davis Aggies at the Spieker Aquatic Center on California’s campus in Berkeley at 3 p.m. on Thursday, December 1.

The Pacific community is encouraged to attend the free watch party at The Lair, on the second floor of the Don and Karen DeRosa University Center.

In addition to streaming the match on their new 16,000-Lumen Panasonic laser projector and six 70” 4K ultra high-definition video displays, The Lair will be serving their usual pub-fare with special dishes by guest Bon Appétit Pizza and Pasta Chef, Giuseppe Randazzo.

Water Polo 101

To help you understand what some consider the most physically demanding sport, here are seven fast facts about water polo:

1. Each team starts at their own goal lines and a swim off starts each period. Whoever reaches the ball in the center of the field first has possession. 
2. Six field players and a goalie are trying to outscore their opponents before the end of the game. In some cases, teams will have to play with less when exclusion or major fouls have occurred. Some examples include: kicking or striking an opponent, using foul language, or intentionally splashing water in an opponent’s face.
3. A player can only use one hand to hold the ball. They have to dribble or swim with the ball in front of them or pass it to a teammate to advance it.
4. If you touch the bottom of the pool, possession is turned over to your opponent. Players must keep themselves afloat by treading water and using the alternating leg kick method known as eggbeater.
5. Similar to basketball, there is a 30-35 second shot clock and games are played in quarters ranging from six to eight minutes. If no shot has been made when the shot clock runs out, possession is turned over to the defending team.
6. Goggles are prohibited and water polo bathing caps are to be worn at all times for safety reasons. Players purposefully wear tight-fitting swimsuits to make it difficult for their opponents to grab onto them during a game.
7. There are several different positions in water polo. Most teams use one center forward, one center back, two wings and two drivers. The center forward is their main attacking player and you can recognize them because they will be directly in front of the opponent’s goal.   

Think you got it? I can assure you, this quick-paced sport will be nothing less than exciting to watch. With rowdy cheering, players jostling and constant scoring, what’s not to love? Take your newfound knowledge to The Lair on Thursday to cheer on your Tigers. Hope to see you there! 

Learn more about the Men’s Water Polo team here.

About the author

Megan Nishimura

Megan Nishimura is a fourth-year marketing major from Honolulu, Hawai’i. You can find her in Burns Tower as Enrollment Marketing’s student copywriter, in the stands as an athletics event staff worker or on the court as a member of Pacific’s Division 1 volleyball team.

Prepare to be mesmerized by spectacular displays of winter holiday decorations in Stockton. Our mild weather is perfect for enjoying the Season and the many diverse events coming up in December.

Take a drive through the locally renowned Meadow Avenue a.k.a. Stockton’s Christmas Lane. Its residents turn up the art of Christmas decorations to 11! Or step back in time to the pioneer days among dozens of uniquely adorned Christmas trees at the San Joaquin County Historical Museum.

The one local event you should not miss this time of year is the Delta Reflections Lighted Boat Parade on Stockton’s historic waterfront. Scores of local boaters bedazzle their yachts with colorful, twinkling lights and take them for a ride on the Stockton Deep Water Channel. An insider tip: beat the traffic by taking a number 40 bus on Pacific Avenue at Brubeck Way and get off at the Stockton Arena – the boats will pass right behind the Arena.

Winter holiday celebrations

• Dec. 2 – 4, The annual Festival of Trees at the San Joaquin County Historical Museum features over 60 uniquely decorated Christmas trees, historical exhibits and handcrafts demonstrations with docents dressed in Victorian and pioneer clothes.
• Dec. 3, the inaugural Stockton Holiday Parade will wind down through downtown Stockton culminating in the annual city’s tree lighting ceremony.
• Dec. 3, the annual Delta Reflections Lighted Boat Parade on Stockton’s waterfront has delighted spectators for over 40 years. Bundle up and enjoy the show!
• Dec. 17, “Stockton Sleigh” at the Stockton Arena will feature food and merchandise, live music and an indoor run/dash. Oh, don’t forget your ugly holiday sweater for a chance to win a prize!

If you’re looking for sports and recreation

• Ice skating: Oak Park Ice Arena is the Valley’s premiere ice skating rink. 
• Basketball: the Stockton Kings will play on Dec. 3, 7, 9 and 13 in the 12,000-seat Stockton Arena on the downtown waterfront. The team is an affiliate of the Sacramento Kings and a member of the NBA G League, the official minor league of the NBA.
• Golf: From public to private, explore Stockton’s golf courses. 

If you prefer arts, food and culture 

• Through Dec. 18, Stockton Civic Theatre brings onto the stage Lionel Bart’s musical “Oliver!” The musical is based on Charles Dickens’ beloved novel “Oliver Twist.”
• Through December, Haggin Museum features “Sci-Fi to Superheroes: The Art of Sideshow Collectibles,” a selection of limited-edition fine art prints and three-dimensional figures representing characters from iconic brands such as DC, Marvel and Star Wars.
• Through December, multimedia Art Faculty Exhibition at the Horton Art Gallery, San Joaquin Delta College
• Dec. 1-4, “Lysistrata” is a fast-paced anti-war comedy inspired by Aristophanes’s play by the same title. See it at the Tillie Lewis Theatre, San Joaquin Delta College.
• Dec. 18, “White Christmas” is a musical holiday movie of epic proportions. It will be a treat to watch it in the iconic Bob Hope Theatre.
• Dec. 18, Chanukah Manorah Lighting at Lincoln Center with traditional music and food.

If live entertainment is what you need 

• Dec. 3, Bob Hope Theatre presents “UNI-2 Latin Comedy Tour” featuring Teo Gonzalez and Rogelio Ramos, two of Mexico’s biggest stand-up comedy stars together for the first time in the U.S.
• Dec. 3, Stockton Soul Orchestra and guests present “Someday at Christmas,” an evening of music and spoken word at Central United Methodist Church.
• Dec. 4, “Tis the Season” is the Stockton Symphony’s concert featuring mezzo-soprano Monica Danilov and a variety of winter-themed musical favorites at the Warren Atherton Auditorium, San Joaquin Delta College.
• Dec. 8, an evening of holiday-themed jazz music at Take 5 Jazz Club inside the Valley Brew on the Mile. Great music, good eats and a laid-back atmosphere are what draws people to this local destination.
• Dec. 11, the Stockton Chorale presents their annual concert “A Winter Night: Holiday Collage” at Warren Atherton Auditorium, San Joaquin Delta College.
• Dec. 14, Alton Brown brings his hilarious foodie show “Beyond the Eats the Holiday Variant” to the historic Bob Hope Theatre.
• Dec. 15, the Opus Handbell Ensemble presents an evening of unique entertainment at the Haggin Museum. Enjoy a complementary glass of wine!

Check our local farmer’s markets and street fairs 

• Dec. 14, A Holiday Market at the Yosemite Street Village

Thursdays

• Flea Market at San Joaquin County Fairgrounds

Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 

• Stockton Open Air Mall and Flea Market 

Saturdays and Sundays

• Year-round Flea Market at Delta College

New events are always added to the Stockton event calendar. Go to the Visit Stockton website to learn more. 

With the holiday season starting early this year, the vibrant event scene in Stockton kicks up yet another notch.

In November, the local calendar is full of diverse happenings from comedy nights and arts exhibits to basketball games and live music. If you like classic entertainment, check out the musical “Oliver!” at Stockton Civic Theatre or Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at the historic Bob Hope Theatre. But if you like high energy shows, Jo Koy’s stand-up at the Stockton Arena is a not-to-be missed event.

Everyone will find something exciting to do in Stockton this month!

If you’re looking for sports and recreation

• Nov. 13: Jiu Jitsu World League Golden State at the Stockton Arena
• Nov. 24: Annual Run and Walk Against Hunger attracts over 2K participants and is the biggest fundraiser for Stockton Emergency Food Bank. The route starts at the Stockton Arena.
• Basketball: the Stockton Kings will play on Nov. 10, 11 and 17 in the 12K-seat Stockton Arena on the downtown waterfront. The team is an affiliate of the Sacramento Kings and a member of the NBA G League, the official minor league of the NBA.
• Car races and dirt trucks: Get an adrenaline kick at Stockton 99 Speedway. 
• Golf: From public to private, explore Stockton’s golf courses. 
• Ice skating: Oak Park Ice Arena is the Valley’s premiere ice skating rink. 

If you prefer arts, food and culture 

• Through November, Haggin Museum features “Sci-Fi to Superheroes: The Art of Sideshow Collectibles,” a selection of limited-edition fine art prints and three-dimensional figures representing characters from iconic brands such as DC, Marvel and Star Wars.
• Through Nov. 10, Contemporary Filipino American Art exhibit at Horton Art Gallery, San Joaquin Delta College
• Nov. 11-12, celebrate the Stockton Hmong New Year with cultural performances, music, sports and food vendors at The Stockton 99 Speedway.
• Nov. 13, Christmas Faire at Lincoln Center will celebrate winter holidays with live music, snow, Santa’s visits and seasonal surprises.
• Nov. 13, relive the thrills of the epic movie “Jurassic Park“ at Bob Hope Theatre. The film won three Academy Awards for its technical achievements in visual effects and sound design and is considered a landmark in the development of computer-generated imagery and animatronic visual effects.
• Nov. 17, Multi-talented comedian Rodney Carrington brings his recent show “Let Me In!” to the iconic Bob Hope Theatre. Mature audiences only.
• Nov. 17 – Dec. 18, Stockton Civic Theatre brings onto the stage Lionel Bart’s musical “Oliver!” The musical is based on Charles Dickens’ beloved novel “Oliver Twist.”
• Nov. 18-19, the prestigious 2022 Fine Arts Festival at St. Basil’s Greek Church features handcrafted items made from clay, glass and wood as well as unique jewelry and paintings.

If live entertainment is what you need 

• Every Thursday, don’t miss evening jazz concerts at Take 5 Jazz Club inside the Valley Brew on the Mile. Great music, good eats and a laid-back atmosphere are what draws people to this local destination.
• Nov. 13, Stockton Symphony presents “Made in America: Salute to American Composers at San Joaquin Delta College’s Atherton Auditorium
• Nov. 17, international artist Yukiko Matsuyama bridges eras and cultures with her compositions for koto and western instruments. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine during her performance at the Haggin Museum.
• Nov. 18, one of today’s premiere stand-up comics Jo Koy brings his “Funny Is Funny” world tour to the Stockton Arena.
• Nov. 29, get into the holiday spirit with Chip Davis’s Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at the historic Bob Hope Theatre.

Check our local farmer’s markets and street fairs 

Thursdays 

• Stockton’s year-round Weberstown Mall Farmers Market 

Fridays 

• The Whimsy Market on the Miracle Mile 
• Stockton Open Air Mall and Flea Market 

Saturdays 

• Year-round Flea Market at Delta College 
• Stockton Open Air Mall and Flea Market 

Sundays 

• Year-round Flea Market at Delta College 
• Stockton’s Year-round Weberstown Mall Farmers Market 

New events are always added to the Stockton event calendar. Go to the Visit Stockton website to learn more. 

Everybody recognizes the iconic Faye Spanos Concert Hall on the southeast corner of the Stockton Campus. Many of you might also know it as a location of some scenes from the blockbuster movie “Indiana Jones, Raiders of the Lost Ark.” But what else is happening inside Pacific’s Conservatory of Music? 

Conservatory students invite you to come and find out for yourself. On several Friday afternoons during the academic year, they host the free Conservatory Concert Hour. These are professionally executed performances with repertoire ranging from well-known classical compositions to modern or original tunes composed by the students themselves. Drop in on your lunch hour to check out what your friends are up to. The next concert is on Friday, October 21 at 12:30 p.m.

Professor of bassoon Nicolasa Kuster is the faculty lead for these events. She believes that a concert is a “two-way street.” Both the performer and the audience benefit from the experience.

“To learn how to perform, musicians have to play for people,” said Kuster. “It’s a shared experience. Audience members give students a gift when they take the time to sit and listen. In this fast-paced life, learning to listen is of great value.” 

Any Pacific Tiger, no matter their field of study, as well as members of the larger community are welcome to come to the Conservatory Concert Hour events. All concerts start at 12:30 p.m. and feature musicians playing solo or in ensembles.

Visit the university event calendar to learn when the next concert is coming. 

October in Stockton is overflowing with events like a trick-or-treat basket with sweet goodies!

Stockton is one of the most diverse cities in the nation. The local arts and food scenes have roots in many cultures and ethnicities. This month, we’ve got a plethora of Halloween celebrations and seasonal festivals such as Dia De Los Muertos Street Fair or Filipino American History Month Fest. But then, don’t miss uniquely local happenings such as evening concerts at Take 5 Jazz Club or Central Valley Agua Fresca Competition.

With such a diverse calendar of events, everyone will find something to do in Stockton in October.

Find fun Halloween celebrations

Oct. 29, Dia de los Muertos Street Fiesta at the Mexican Center and Gallery is a local favorite with Mariachi and cultural dance groups, the Catrina Pageant, food, arts and vendors.

Oct. 29, A popular Halloween event, Trick or Treat on the Mile is fun for all ages. Adults can shop in the Boo-tique while children search for sweet prizes.

Oct. 29, Hops and Goblins Beerfest at the Lodi Grape Festival is for adults only and promises a frightfully good time.

If you’re looking for sports and recreation

• Car races and dirt trucks: Get an adrenaline kick at Stockton 99 Speedway. 
• Golf: From public to private, explore Stockton’s golf courses. 
• Ice skating: Oak Park Ice Arena is the Valley’s premiere ice skating rink. 

If you prefer arts, food and culture 

Through October, Haggin Museum is an art and local history museum located in the middle of the picturesque Victory Park. Their featured exhibit is “Sci-Fi to Superheroes: The Art of Sideshow Collectibles” a selection of limited-edition fine art prints and three-dimensional figures representing characters from iconic brands such as DC, Marvel and Star Wars.

Oct. 7-22, Stockton Civic Theatre presents four-actor comedy “The Little Dog Laughed.”

Oct. 7-16, The classic horror story “Frankenstein” will play on stage of Al Muller Studio Theatre at San Joaquin Delta College.

Oct. 15, Agua Fresca and Food Festival at the Mexican Heritage Center and Gallery features a competition which will determine who has the best agua fresca in the Central Valley.

Oct. 16, “The Nightmare Before Christmas”at the historic Bob Hope Theatre is a cult-classic stop-motion animated film conceived by Tim Burton, with songs and musical score by Danny Elfman.

Oct. 22, FAHM Fest Stockton at San Joaquin Delta College celebrates Filipino American History Month with performances, art installations, food and speakers.

Oct. 23, The Sights and Sounds of Mexico at San Joaquin Delta College’s Atherton Auditorium features Mariachi Bonitas, the Stockton Chorale and the Stockton Youth Chorale.

If live entertainment is what you need 

Every Thursday, don’t miss the evening jazz concerts at Take 5 Jazz Club inside the Valley Brew on the Mile. Great music, good eats and a laid-back atmosphere are what draws people to this local destination.

Oct. 22, Stockton Soul orchestra presents Sound and Mind Celebration at The Well Stockton.

Oct. 27, The Mexico City’s indie rockers Café Tacvba at the Bob Hope Theatre

Oct. 29, “LOL Comedy Explosion” show features Michael Blackson and others at the Bob Hope Theatre.

Oct. 29-30, Stockton Symphony Fantastique at San Joaquin Delta College’s Atherton Auditorium

Check our local farmer’s markets and street fairs 

Thursdays 

• Stockton’s year-round Weberstown Mall Farmers Market 

Fridays 

• The Whimsy Market on the Miracle Mile 
• Stockton Open Air Mall and Flea Market 

Saturdays 

• Year-round Flea Market at Delta College 
• Stockton Open Air Mall and Flea Market 

Sundays 

• Year-round Flea Market at Delta College 
• Stockton’s Year-round Weberstown Mall Farmers Market 

New events are always added to the Stockton event calendar. Go to the Visit Stockton website to learn more. 

Our campus is a hub of cultural life celebrating art and creative expression in many forms. Pacific is very fortunate to be home to the Conservatory of Music whose faculty are nationally recognized musicians. Their talents are showcased in a series of resident artist concerts each semester. These events are free to all students.

“I feel really blessed to see my professors do more recitals this year,” said music therapy major Gabby Baluyot. “It’s really cool to see them work toward their passion. And it’s such a great opportunity to just appreciate music together.”

The conservatory has schedule seven evening concerts at the Recital Hall during fall semester. The series started September 10 with violinist Igor Veligan, pianist Natsuki Fukasawa and clarinetist Patricia Shands. They performed works of contemporary composers Katherine Hoover (1937-2018), Galina Ustvolskaya (1919-2006) and Alfred Uhl (1909-1922). You can find the concert schedule and more details online in Pacific’s calendar of events.

Musical diversity

Conservatory faculty are accomplished performers involved in renowned music organizations, programs and events in the United States and abroad. At their recitals, you will experience a broad spectrum of musical repertoires ranging from traditional classics to modern experimental works. Diversity is also an important factor, and the conservatory makes a significant effort to feature music of under-represented minorities.

“We have such a broad variety of music that there is bound to be a concert that suits your palate,” said piano performance major Joseph Kruse. “We just had a contemporary music concert. There’s one upcoming featuring many female composers. There is also some older music like Hyden or Beethoven, but I’ve seen concerts here with rap music in back tracks. There will be at least one you are going to enjoy.”

What we generally define as classical music has evolved and adapted to the preferences and tastes of modern audiences. You will find it in soundtracks of your favorite movies and streaming shows or even in video games. You will hear it woven into songs of such modern-day artists as rapper Nas, Lady Gaga, Little Mix, Stromae and countless others.

So, break away from your daily routine and try something different. Bring a group of friends and check out a free recital at the conservatory. You might just discover something entirely new!

Pacific students can take advantage of free student tickets to music events coming this fall to the iconic Faye Spanos Concert Hall on the Stockton Campus. Just a few steps from your dorm or study hall, you can hear renowned artists who have performed all around the world.

And did we mention that students get in free? (A valid student ID is required.)

Fall concert lineup

Three world class chamber music ensembles will play on campus this fall.  On September 18, experience the Adaskin String Trio combining the talents of Canada’s most distinguished musicians. One of the world’s most renowned string quartets Cuarteto Latinoamericano will perform on October 23. Internationally recognized Trio Zimbalist from Philadelphia is slated for November 13.

The artists have been invited to Stockton by Friends of Chamber Music (FOCM) which is now in its 62nd continuous season. Every year, it presents five concerts at Pacific, three in the fall and two in spring.

“Pacific’s Conservatory of Music is proud to partner with the Friends of Chamber Music in bringing world class chamber musicians to our campus,” said Jonathan Latta, Associate Professor of Practice in Percussion and Program Director of Ensembles. “It is a wonderful experience for our students in learning from these amazing performers.”

Stay for the Q&A

Expertly executed beautiful music is the main focus of these events, but there is more. Dwane Milnes, the FOCM president, encourages the audience to stay after the concerts for a 30-minute Q and A with the artists.

“This is the time when you can really connect with the artists,” Milnes said. “You can hear first-hand about what it’s like to be a musician, what it takes to rehearse and live on the road, or why they decided to perform this specific music at the recital.”

Before inviting them, FOCM selects the ensembles very carefully. They look for recipients of national awards lauded for their performances but also willing to educate the audience. The concerts are intended to please chamber music enthusiasts and novices alike.

Anyone who would like to get a peek behind the scenes and learn more about chamber music techniques can participate in a master class with the Trio Zimbalist after the concert on November 13 at Pacific’s Recital Hall.

Tickets

Get tickets at the door half an hour before each concert.

Visit the university calendar to learn more about Pacific’s Conservatory of Music events.

Good news, Tigers: you can get 10% or more off at dozens of fantastic restaurants and shops near the Stockton Campus with your PacificCard!

The benefits are part of Pacific’s close-knit partnership with Stockton’s Miracle Mile—the palm-tree lined stretch of businesses on Pacific Avenue and Harding Way includes more than 150 restaurants, retail and service shops.

Here are some of our favorite spots to check out for food, shopping and more on the Mile—all of which are a short walk or drive from campus and locations where you can use your Pacific discount! We’ve also included a map so you can find all the spots mentioned.

For a full list of participating businesses and more information, visit the PacificCard website (or look for the “Pacific Tigers welcome here” sticker on partner business’ windows).

Where to grab dinner with friends

Cocoro Bistro

2105 Pacific Avenue

This delicious Japanese bistro and bar has some of the best sushi in Stockton—plus tempura, teriyaki and other classic dishes.

Whirlow’s

1926 Pacific Avenue

Check out this family-owned, fast-service restaurant for BBQ baby back ribs, sandwiches, grilled chicken, salads and so much more. Plus, visit their Facebook page to stay in the know about live music and entertainment events!

La Palma

2301 Pacific Avenue

Craving Mexican food? You can’t go wrong with La Palma. Their vast menu options include fajitas, fish tacos, chipotle shrimp, enchiladas, tamales and great drinks.

Where to enjoy a sweet treat

Bobalicious Café & Ice Cream Parlor

7610 Pacific Avenue, Suite B6

Grab some friends and stop by this cute shop for boba milk tea, ice cream, cookies and more!

Cuppajo Coffee

2626 Pacific Avenue (inside Tocco Divino Salon)

Owned by a Pacific alumna, this cozy cafe tucked inside Tocco Divino hair salon is a short walk from campus. Plus, their patio space is great for catching up with friends—or homework assignments.

Midtown Creperie

2319 Pacific Avenue

Enjoy a sweet—or savory—crepe at this adorable brunch spot that “brings a taste of the French Quarter, New Orleans to the Miracle Mile.”

Where to buy the perfect birthday gift

Bellissima Boutique

2230 Pacific Avenue

Whether you’re shopping for dresses, jackets, blouses or jewelry, this classy shop has you covered! Woman owned, Bellissima is your go-to destination for finding the perfect gift for your mom, sister or bestie.

Cena Luna

2106 Pacific Avenue

Cena Luna is the perfect stop on the Mile for home (or dorm) decor, soaps, skin care and more! You can also shop their website if you’re in an online-shopping-in-PJ’s mood.

Little Shop on the Mile

217 Dorris Place

What it says on the tin! This sweet little store carries and supports unique items from local creatives and small businesses.

Where to self-care

The Lush Studio

2218 Pacific Avenue

The Lush Studio is a plant lover’s paradise. Step inside for some green time and find house plants, succulents, cacti and more to turn your dorm into a self-care oasis.

Tocco Divino Salon

2626 Pacific Avenue

Sometimes, you just need a mani/pedi. Lucky for you, Tocco Divino Salon is just a short walk or drive from campus! At Tocco Divino, you can get the full beauty treatment while sipping on a latte from Cuppajo Coffee, located inside!

Stockton Art League

1902 Pacific Avenue

If creating or appreciating art is your go-to method for self-care, look no futher than Stockton Art League! At this non-profit gallery, take classes and workshops or explore exhibitions from talented local artists.