University of the Pacific, California’s first and oldest university, honored hundreds of graduating students representing more than 30 states and 30 countries with an exciting celebration Saturday on historic Knoles Lawn.President Christopher Callahan praised graduates for their commitment to their education.“You demonstrated strength, courage, resilience, creativity and adaptability throughout your time in Pacific. Most importantly, you’ve become lifelong learners ready
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A journey from immigrant to attorney
When Mara Aldajani ’24 walked across the stage to receive her JD degree from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, it wasn’t just a personal achievement. It was the highlight of a lifelong journey powered by strength, sacrifice, and a desire for change.As an associate attorney, former part-time student, Palestinian American, mother, and immigrant, Aldajani’s story…
Professor John Sprankling retires after 32 years of distinguished service at McGeorge
After 32 years of teaching, Professor John Sprankling is retiring from the University of the Pacific’s McGeorge School of Law. A cornerstone of McGeorge’s faculty and a nationally renowned expert in property law, Sprankling leaves behind a legacy of academic excellence. A Los Angeles native and fourth-generation educator, he began his legal career at Miller, Starr & Regalia, specializing in property…
Pacificans celebrated for dedication to university
Faculty RetirementsThe 2025 Faculty Retirement and Years of Service Celebration was also held April 30 on the Stockton Campus. Pacificans came together to celebrate the contributions of 15 retiring faculty members who were honored at the event.Arthur A. Dugoni School of DentistryTamer Alpagot, 29 years of serviceDr. Alpagot joined the Dugoni School in 1996 as a full-time assistant professor in…
McGeorge School of Law professor honored with Distinguished Faculty Award
“I want to express my enormous gratitude for this recognition,” Levine said. “It means a lot that people see what I do and value what I have done. To have the university recognize my contributions means a lot.”Levine has been teaching at Pacific for 32 years, yet he still has trouble sleeping the night before the start of the school…
The Public Legal Services Society gives students the opportunity to pursue internships in the public sector
The University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law Public Legal Services Society (PLSS) plays a crucial role in supporting law students who aspire to hold careers in public service. Established in 1990, PLSS was founded by students dedicated to promoting social justice by supporting students and recent graduates who are pursuing careers in public interest. Recognizing that most public interest…
Public Legal Services Society gives law students the opportunity to pursue internships in the public sector
The University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law Public Legal Services Society (PLSS) plays a crucial role in supporting law students who aspire to hold careers in public service. Established in 1990, PLSS was founded by students dedicated to promoting social justice by supporting students and recent graduates who are pursuing careers in public interest. Recognizing that most public interest…
Six Order of Pacific awardees to be honored at commencement
Sia Mohsenzadegan | 21 years of serviceMohsenzadegan, the longtime resident district manager for Bon Appétit at Pacific, retired in December after a distinguished 33-year career, including 21 years serving the Stockton and Sacramento campuses.Over his tenure, Mohsenzadegan oversaw the service of more than 43.8 million meals and helped build partnerships that enriched student experiences and strengthened community ties.Widely admired for his…
McGeorge School of Law co-hosts weeklong program on federal judiciary for high school students
In the heart of California’s Capital City, high school students in Sacramento had a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the federal judiciary through the Supreme Court & My Hometown program held at the Robert T. Matsui U.S. Courthouse from April 14-18.Sponsored by the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern…
McGeorge School of Law receives $5 million gift to advance Eglet Center for Advocacy & Dispute Resolution
The Eglet Center for Advocacy & Dispute Resolutionat the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law—recognized as one of the nation’s top advocacy and dispute resolution programs—is getting substantial support to further its work through a generous gift.Regent Robert T. Eglet ’88 and Tracy A. Eglet have committed $5 million to establish a new endowed faculty chair focused…