First Lady Jean Callahan

About the First Lady

Jean Callahan often represents Pacific publicly on behalf of the president, speaking regularly and working with students, parents, prospective students, faculty and staff, community leaders, alumni and university supporters. Mrs. Callahan had a long career as a human resources executive for national consulting companies, health care firms and recruiting agencies in Washington, D.C., Phoenix and San Francisco. She grew up in Bucks County, Penn., and holds a B.A. in psychology from Fairfield University.

Profile

President Christopher Callahan

In action

In her first year, Mrs. Callahan partnered with university leaders on the renovation of Burns Tower, worked closely with Student Life to enliven Grace Covell Hall and add fun elements to the Lair and other areas in and around the DeRosa University Center. She also worked with Greek Life and other student leaders and has been a guest speaker for Career Services and the Eberhardt School of Business. During COVID, when the public was barred from attending athletic competitions, she came out to support our student-athletes.

First Lady in action

Jean Callahan with students at the President’s Residence.

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Jean Callahan in the coach's seat for Pacific women's basketball

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The First Lady at President Callahan's Inauguration

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Jean Callahan on move-in day at the beginning of the fall semester

The First Lady with her friend, long-time Vice President for Student Life Judy Chambers

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The First Lady next to her friend, long-time Vice President for Student Life Judy Chambers, along with Senior Associate Vice President for Development Cathy Wooton (left) and Pacific Alumni Association President Mary Pietanza (right).

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Jean and Chris Callahan with former President Donald DeRosa and former First Lady Karen DeRosa at the Jan. 25, 2020 Distinguished Alumni Awards.

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Jean Callahan with Provost Maria Pallavicini at the 2020 Distinguished Alumni Awards.

The Callahans family, Cody, Jean, Chris and Casey, on Knoles Lawn

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The Callahan family, Cody, Jean, Chris and Casey, on Knoles Lawn.

Family

The Callahans met after college in Washington, D.C., and married in 1986. They live in the historic President's Residence on the Stockton campus and have two adult sons, Cody and Casey, who live in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Video holiday message from Chris and Jean

Cooking with the Callahans

The First Dog

Cali joined the Pacific family as a puppy in early 2021. The playful and mischievous Golden Retriever loves her campus and her students. Cali can often be seen walking campus with the First Lady, greeting all her new friends.