Archive for March, 2022

Join the fun of a scavenger hunt this Saturday

Monday, March 28th, 2022

Join the theatre department’s Alpha Psi Omega group for a scavenger hunt this Saturday, April 2!

We’ll be meeting at the clock tower at 6 p.m., where you will be sent on a scavenger hunt around campus in teams of two. The first two teams to complete it will win $5 gift cards for local coffee shops (Coffee Cottage/Chapters). Be sure to bring your phones; you’ll be using them along the way.

Further instructions will be given at the clock tower at the beginning of the event. Hope to see you there! Contact Jenny Fournier at jfournier18@georgefox.edu or Hayley Lamsma at hlamsma18@georgefox.edu for more information.

Donate blood on April 8 through Nursing Club, Red Cross

Monday, March 28th, 2022

Come help save lives and donate blood! The Nursing Club is collaborating with the Red Cross to host a blood drive on Friday, April 8, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Northwest Christian Church gymnasium (2315 Villa Road).

To make an appointment as a donor, visit redcrossblood.org (sponsor code “GFNursing”). Contact Kendyl Sandersen at ksandersen19@georgefox.edu with any questions.

We hope to see you there!

Chalk up the amphitheater stage with the Math Club tomorrow afternoon

Monday, March 28th, 2022

Come relax, enjoy the spring sunshine, and chalk the amphitheater stage with the George Fox Math Club! No math required, and everyone is welcome! Join us between 2 and 3:30 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday).

Check out our flier for more information, and contact Olivia Brubaker at obrubaker20@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Support your Bruin teams at ‘Sportsmageddon’ this weekend

Monday, March 28th, 2022

Come support your Bruin athletics teams this weekend at “Sportsmageddon.” In addition to the games, we have plenty of activities planned!

Here’s the schedule:

Saturday, April 2

  • 11 a.m.: Women’s tennis
  • Noon: Softball & Baseball
  • 1 p.m.: Lacrosse

Sunday, April 3

  • 11 a.m.: Men’s tennis
  • 11 a.m.: Softball
  • Noon: Baseball
  • 1 p.m.: Lacrosse

There will be food trucks, lawn games and giveaways! We’ll also have swag bags for true Bruin super fans who attend all home events this weekend.

Contact Elise Trask at etrask@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Support DPT’s trip to Uganda at April 9 auction

Monday, March 28th, 2022

This summer, students in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program will be traveling to Uganda to provide training, education and instruction in the treatment and management of children and adults with disabilities.

To support our cause, please join us at our auction event from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday April 9, in Canyon Commons. Tickets are $25 and include dinner, raffle entry, and the opportunity to bid on auction items featuring local wineries, local businesses, travel experiences and more!

Please fill out this Google Form if interested in purchasing tickets, and contact Nalani Kekuawela at kkekuawela20@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Participate in athletics’ ‘Be the Match’ donor drive on April 5

Monday, March 28th, 2022

We in athletics are hosting a “Be The Match” donor drive on Tuesday, April 5, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Marin Isaak, wife of Dale Isaak, longtime head athletic trainer at George Fox, is in need of a marrow transplant. You could be her match!

If you are between the ages of 18 and 40, stop by our tables in Canyon Commons to get your cheek swabbed to see if your tissue type matches Marin or anyone in the database. The most common type of donation is non-surgical.

Participants must be serious and willing to donate to anyone they match. Reach out to Adam Puckett at apuckett@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Give your Bruin Closet donations by Thursday

Monday, March 28th, 2022

The Bruin Closet is in need of professional clothing and will be collecting donations through this Thursday, March 31. Be sure to donate your items by then!

We are accepting any and all professional-style clothing, such as shoes, dresses, pants, shirts, etc., to help young aspiring professionals in the community. There are a variety of drop-box locations throughout campus, including Hadlock, the Career & Academic Planning Center, the Wheeler athletics office, the College of Business, the Murdock Library, inside Klages, and the mail room.

Have questions about donating? Email gfubruincloset@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram (@thebruincloset).

Learning Disability Support Group meets tomorrow in Murdock 211

Monday, March 28th, 2022

Attention Bruins! The Learning Disability Support Group is meeting this week. Come hang out, color, and eat candy!

We’ll be meeting at 3 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) in Murdock 211. See you there!

Contact Alyssa Overcash at aovercash16@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Check out science department’s job opening

Monday, March 28th, 2022

Do you like working with Google Sheets and Excel? We have an ideal work-study position for you in the Department of Biological and Molecular Sciences (science office) through the end of the semester and to resume in the fall semester.

Apply through Handshake (Job #6162523) or email Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu to let her know of your interest.

Volunteers needed to usher ‘The Hijabis’ performances

Monday, March 28th, 2022

Support the arts on campus by volunteering to usher for the University Theatre’s production of The Hijabis by Rohina Malik.

Ushers need to show up one hour before the show opens to help make sure the auditorium is ready to host the event, and then help guide patrons to their seats. In return, all ushers receive a free ticket to the show!

Evening shows are Thursday, March 31, and Fridays, April 1 and 8, at 7:30 p.m.. Matinees are Saturdays and Sundays, April 2-3 and April 9-10, at 2 p.m.

Email Rhett Luedtke at rluedtke@georgefox.edu to reserve your spot.

Attend today’s Richter Scholars meeting to learn about research opportunities

Monday, March 28th, 2022

Have you thought it would be great to do some type of research? Attend the meeting today (Tuesday) to learn about the Richter Scholars Program and how it can benefit you. We’ll meet at 5 p.m. in Hoover 105.

We encourage faculty and students across all disciplines to attend to learn more about the program and how to apply for this research opportunity. The program is available to both graduate and undergraduate students. The event will be recorded. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

Note that the next proposal deadline will be Oct. 17, 2022.

For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu

Hang out with baby goats at Sources of Strength Club meeting Friday

Monday, March 28th, 2022

Goats on campus? Really? Yes! The Sources of Strength Club would love to invite you to the Intercultural Resource Center’s backyard for baby goats, games, snacks and more. Come stop by any time between 4 and 6 p.m. this Friday, April 1.

Sources of Strength is organizing this GOAT (Growing Optimism All Together) spring semester event for all George Fox students and staff!

Questions? Contact Grace Emhoff at gemhoff20@georgefox.edu or Kelly Chang at kchang@georgefox.edu.

All invited to the School of Theology’s chapel on April 7

Monday, March 28th, 2022

The School of Theology (SoT) is hosting its second spring chapel between 10:50 and 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 7, in Canyon Commons 101. We’ll have amazing music, a good talk, spirited fellowship, a gourmet lunch, and a special photo booth set up.

Non-theology students are warmly invited, and chapel credit will be offered. Go here for more information.

Questions? Contact Sunggu Yang at syang@georgefox.edu.

Enjoy pizza at Social Work Club’s internship panel on Thursday

Monday, March 28th, 2022

The Social Work Club is hosting an internship panel on Thursday, March 31. Come to Hoover 105 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. to hear from seniors about their internship experiences. Pizza and drinks will be provided!

Questions? Contact Chayse Miller at cmiller18@georgefox.edu.

Survey: Family Support and Service Project

Monday, March 28th, 2022

We are a group of students taking a business communication class. Through the guidance of the class, we are working on a passion project centered around helping children in need.

In order to help us best carry out our mission of providing for underprivileged families in an effort to relieve them of financial burdens and support them in their pursuit of happiness, we ask you to fill out this survey. Thank you!

Contact Katie Armstrong at karmstrong20@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Disclaimer: These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Volunteer for skin screening clinic with DPT students on April 6

Monday, March 28th, 2022

Join doctor of physical therapy students, in collaboration with Jay Jamison, MD, for a free community volunteer skin screening session. It will take place in the Medical Sciences Building on Friday, April 6, from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

Please contact Rebecca Dobler at rdobler@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2466 if you are able to join us for all or part of the event.

Check out the latest issue of ‘The Crescent’

Monday, March 28th, 2022

The latest issue of The Crescent, George Fox’s student-run newspaper, is now available. This is our 10th issue of the academic year!

Visit our website for a variety of articles about campus and Newberg happenings. You can also read articles from previous issues, and follow us on Instagram for updates.

Contact us at asccrescent@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Graduating seniors: Swing by Canyon Commons for Exodus Grad Fair March 30-31

Sunday, March 27th, 2022

All spring graduating seniors are invited to stop by Canyon Commons 102-103 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. this Wednesday and Thursday, March 30-31, to pick up your cap and gown and graduation tickets! Be sure to check your email ahead of time to complete your online Exodus form and tasks as noted here.

If your last name begins with A-L, please come on Wednesday if your schedule allows; last names beginning with M-Z please come on Thursday, if possible.

If you’re not able to make it at all during the grad fair, you can stop by the registrar’s office any time after Exodus through the end of the semester to pick up your regalia and tickets.

Questions? Contact the registrar’s office at registrar@georgefox.edu.

All invited to closing reception for Congo art exhibit tonight

Sunday, March 27th, 2022

The School of Communication and Design invites the university community to a closing reception and curator talk for the show “Art and Artifacts from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Surrounding Countries” tonight (Monday) from 6 to 7 p.m. in Hoover 105.

The exhibition featured a variety of masks, figures, rugs, baskets and more that former U.S. Ambassador Harriet Isom collected during her time serving abroad.

Questions? Contact Chandler Brutscher at cbrutscher@georgefox.edu.

Join student-athlete forum this Thursday in Canyon Commons

Sunday, March 27th, 2022

Join Bruin student-athletes for an evening of roundtable discussions this Thursday, March 31, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101-103. Our hope is that students can have peer-to-peer conversations about topics that are important to the athletics mission.

Come bounce ideas off one another and get to know what each of our programs are doing to achieve athletic excellence, academic success, and Christlike character. Topics will include:

  • What are national championship teams doing differently?
  • How do you intentionally build community outside of athletic activities?
  • How can we tie our worth to Jesus rather than our performance?
  • How can we take what we have learned being student-athletes and apply it into jobs/internships?

We hope to see you there! Contact Elise Trask at etrask@georgefox.edu with any questions.