Archive for March, 2023

Hadlock will have altered hours for spring break

Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023

The Hadlock Student Center has new, updated hours for spring break:

  • Saturday, March 25: Closed
  • Sunday, March 26: Closed
  • Monday, March 27 to Friday, March 31: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 1: Closed
  • Sunday, April 2: 2 to 8 p.m. (normal hours will resume on Monday, April 3)

If you are considering renting equipment from the rental center, you will need to arrange pick-up and drop-off during these hours.

If you have questions, reach out to AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.

Be aware that water will be shut off all day Monday in certain locations

Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023

Several buildings on the Newberg campus will have city water service shut off on Monday, March 27, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (possibly restored earlier, depending on how quickly the work concludes).

This is in order to connect the new water mainline at the chapel construction site.

Below is a list of buildings that will have the water shut off. Note that the water might be a little rusty looking when the water pressure is restored. The water is clean but you may need to run the faucet for a little while for it to clear up.

Academic/Staff Areas:

  • Klages Center and Bookstore
  • Ross/Bauman
  • Murdock Library
  • Wheeler Sports Center
  • Hiebert House (Campus Public Safety) – possible shut-off area
  • Intercultural Life – possible shut-off area
  • Fry House – possible shut-off area
  • Hodgin Studio – possible shut-off area

Student Areas:

  • Beebe Residence Hall
  • Carey Residence Hall
  • Willcuts Residence Hall
  • Edwards Residence Hall
  • Weesner Village
  • Hodgin House – possible shut-off area
  • Parker Duplex – possible shut-off area

Please call Dan Schutter at 503-317-5614 if you have any questions.

Interns and employees wanted: Apply now to work in the George Fox Archives

Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023

Are you interested in learning more about archival work and the institutional histories of George Fox University and the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends?

Are you detail-oriented, careful and interested in working with both physical and digital records? If this sounds like you, please apply to join our team for the fall semester of 2023. Please submit your application materials by Friday, April 7.

We are looking for students to fill both intern and student traditional worker roles.

Are you interested? Reach out to Dustin Kelley at kelleyd@georgefox.edu to apply.

Leaving your car on campus over break? Please follow these steps

Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023

If you plan on leaving your vehicle on campus over spring break, please do the following:

  • Fill out the Vehicles Left on Campus Policy form
  • Remove any personal belongings from vehicle
  • Park in a lot designated by Campus Public Safety personnel
  • Leave a key at the CPS office located at 212 Carlton Way

The policy agreement form can be filled out at the Campus Public Safety office or online at the above link.

Questions? Contact Karen Toohey in the CPS office at 503-554-2090, or stop by our office on Carlton Way.

Consider improving your skills with a GFC certificate

Tuesday, March 21st, 2023

If you are seeking ways to engage your mind and improve your skills this spring, consider registering for one of George Fox Connect’s eight online certificates:

Project Management: Learn how to effectively communicate, manage, problem-solve, and drive efficiencies while working in a variety of cross-functional team settings.

Cybersecurity: Gain a foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, data handling best practices, and network controls needed to protect an organization.

Data Analytics: Explore basic data science tools, including data management and visualization, modeling and machine learning using SAS or Python.

Mission Advancement: Consider how identity, worldview, and mission shape both individuals and organizations, and apply these concepts to your workplace.

Conflict Resolution: Study negotiation strategies and practice basic steps of conflict resolution, preparing you to more effectively lead, manage, and interact with others.

Basic Chaplaincy: Learn the basics of what it means to be a chaplain, including communication with people from a wide variety of spiritual, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Christian Ministries: Explore what it means to minister in a professional, bi-vocational, or volunteer setting, including discipling others and guiding basic spiritual formation.

Behavioral Health: Build a foundational understanding of major psychological theories, including the impact of influence, stereotypes, prejudices, attitudes, culture, and social awareness.

For many employees, certificate tuition is fully covered for you or your spouse through the university’s generous tuition remission benefit.

To find out whether you qualify, complete this form. Questions? Contact Jennie Harrop at jharrop@georgefox.edu.

Kick off spring break with a massage from a DPT student

Tuesday, March 21st, 2023

End finals and start spring break with a relaxing 25-minute massage from a doctor of physical therapy student!

The university’s doctor of physical therapy program is offering discounted massages to students and employees ($20) and community members ($25). We are offering 25-minute massages this Friday, March 24, from 1:30 to 6 p.m. in the Medical Sciences Building (448 Werth Blvd., in Newberg).

Your contribution will help fund our medical service trip to Uganda. Donations are also welcome; there will be a tip jar on site! You can register here.

If you have questions, please email Taylor Kopecky at tkopecky21@georgefox.edu.

Apply now to be a Student Activities or clubs leader

Tuesday, March 21st, 2023

Are you looking for a student leader position on campus? Do you have a passion for marketing and organizational management? Student Activities and clubs have positions open that we would love to have you apply for. Be a part of just some of the foundations and traditions that help our students connect.

Clubs Director: The clubs director will oversee all university-recognized clubs, supporting their operations, assisting in their vision casting, and doing the work necessary to ensure George Fox continues to have robust and dynamic clubs on campus.

Marketing Lead: This person will assemble, motivate and manage a small team of highly talented creative specialists who deliver exceptional graphics, photography, and film, expressed across print, web, mobile, social media and other new and emerging mediums.

Speaking of activities, here are some events coming up soon:

  • Fox Got Talent: Friday, April 7, at 7 p.m. in Bauman
  • Spring Formal Secret Garden: Saturday, April 15, at 7 p.m. at The Crystal Ballroom (ticket sales begin the week of April 3)
  • Spring Market: Friday, April 21, at 3 p.m., in the quad (weather permitting)

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Start your summer with adventure by joining UREC’s Oregon Odyssey trip

Tuesday, March 21st, 2023

Want to start your summer with an incredible adventure? Join University Recreation’s Oregon Odyssey for a trip all over the state, including visits to the ocean, mountains, caves, deserts and forests!

This is an incredible opportunity to go hiking, exploring, camping, caving, sandboarding and more. No experience or equipment are required, and scholarships are available. The trip will take place Sunday, April 30, until Saturday, May 6. To register or find more information, please go here.

If you have questions, please reach out to the trip leader, Megan Tollisen, at mtollisen21@georgefox.edu.

RSVP for April 7 discussion on racial, ethnic and social disparities in the criminal justice system

Tuesday, March 21st, 2023

Please join us for the Master of Social Work’s spring justice event, titled “Interdisciplinary Practices within Social Work and the Law: Racial and Social Disparities in the Criminal Justice System,” with Dr. Diomaris E. Safi, PsyD.

The event will be held in the Portland Center’s Room 285, on Friday, April 7, from 9 to 11 a.m. An RSVP is required, and you can do so here.

Dr. Safi is the founder and director of the Social Justice in Clinical Neuropsychology (SJCN) Program at UCLA-Hispanic Neuropsychiatric Center of Excellence. She will cover contemporary social issues as well as interdisciplinary career opportunities and practices.

Her discussion will provide information about racial, ethnic and social disparities in the criminal justice system. In addition, she will explore current models of applying generalist social work practice in interdisciplinary teams and her vision for the SJCN program.

If you have any questions, reach out to Caroline Hottmann at chottmann@georgefox.edu.

The Murdock Library will have limited hours over spring break

Tuesday, March 21st, 2023

The Murdock Library will be having altered hours for the week of spring break:

  • Closed Saturday, March 25, and Sunday, March 26 
  • Open Monday, March 27, to Thursday, March 30, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Closed Friday, March 31, to Sunday, April 2
  • The 24-hour space will remain open throughout the week as normal.

If you have any questions, contact Mary Cameron at mcameron@georgefox.edu.

Survey: Walk for Water event

Tuesday, March 21st, 2023

For our Business Communications class, we are putting on a Walk for Water event at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, to raise money and awareness for the communities in Africa who do not have access to safe, clean drinking water.

It would be greatly appreciated if you could spare a few minutes to fill out a five-question survey to help our team. By filling out this survey, it will help us to get a better understanding of our community’s interest.

For more information, and how to help, follow this link. Thank you!

If you have any questions, contact Cassey Hitch at chitch21@georgefox.edu.

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.

Survey: Gift-Wrapping Service

Tuesday, March 21st, 2023

If you could take a minute to answer a few questions for our Principles of Marketing project survey, we would greatly appreciate it! We are seeking feedback about a hypothetical gift-wrapping service.

Contact Alaina Flores at aflores21@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.

Take classes for half the cost with Summer Online

Monday, March 20th, 2023

Maybe you’ve heard by now: Summer Online is less than half the cost of regular tuition. Plus, courses are fully online, offered on a flexible schedule, and are just eight weeks long.

Whether you’re looking to clear space in your fall schedule, get on track to graduate early, or just save on tuition, it’s a great way to get ahead this summer.

Register today on MyGeorgeFox or learn more at georgefox.edu/summer.

Should educators embrace or reject ChatGPT? Attend a debate on the subject tomorrow

Monday, March 20th, 2023

The university’s speech and debate team is hosting a debate about whether educators should embrace or reject ChatGPT. We will be debating three debaters from Ireland who are touring the U.S as a prize for winning The Irish Times tournament.

Come to Hoover 102 from 5 to 7 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) for snacks and an entertaining debate! We hope to see you there. Questions? Contact Anika Perry at perrya20@georgefox.edu.

Bon Appetit announces hours for the end of this week and spring break

Monday, March 20th, 2023

Bon Appetit will have adjusted hours at the end of the week and during spring break. Here are our hours:

  • Friday, March 24: The Bridge Cafe will close at 2:30 p.m., and the Maker’s Market will close at 3 p.m. Both will be closed for the week of spring break.
  • Saturday, March 25: Brunch will be served from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
  • Canyon Commons will be closed from dinner on Saturday, March 25,  through brunch on Sunday, April 2.
  • Sunday, April 2: Dinner will be served from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

Please see georgefox.cafebonappetit.com for more information.

Leaving your car on campus over break? Please follow these steps

Monday, March 20th, 2023

If you plan to leave your vehicle on campus over spring break, please do the following:

  • Fill out the Vehicles Left on Campus Policy form
  • Remove any personal belongings from the vehicle
  • Park in a lot designated by Campus Public Safety personnel
  • Leave a key at the CPS office located at 212 Carlton Way

The policy agreement form can be filled out at the Campus Public Safety office or online using the above link.

Questions? Contact Karen Toohey in the CPS office at 503-554-2090, or stop by our office on Carlton Way.

Looking for a summer job? Consider working for Event Services

Monday, March 20th, 2023

Looking for a summer job on campus? Apply to work in Event Services! See our job posting on Handshake.

Shifts vary week by week to fit with the scheduled conferences and events. This is a full-time position, and you must be available for evening and weekend shifts.

Questions? Contact Ellie Higbee at ehigbee@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2026.

Spots are limited for scone-baking class on April 16

Monday, March 20th, 2023

Brenda Burg, former owner and baker at Newberg Bakery, will share her scone recipe with us in an upcoming class. We will be making the basic recipe as well as chocolate chip, poppyseed, and blueberry. The class size is limited to 12 people, so sign up early here!

The baking class will be held on Sunday, April 16, from 3 to 5 p.m. in Roberts 109, location of the Bruin Community Pantry.

Please contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Are you a first-generation student? Let us know about you!

Monday, March 20th, 2023

We are searching for all juniors and seniors who are first-generation students on the George Fox University campus. We define first-gen as a student for whom neither parent/guardian has completed a bachelor’s degree.

Please fill out this form if you are a first-generation student. If you already filled out this form, there’s no need to do it again.

If you have questions about the First Generation Program, reach out to Alicia Marcial-Cruz at amarcialcruz19@georgefox.edu.

Experience a masterclass in songwriting with Rick Seibold today at 3 p.m.

Monday, March 20th, 2023

Join us for a songwriting masterclass with Dove Award-winning songwriter and producer Rick Seibold today. He has worked with numerous CCM artists, including Johnnyswim and Bethel Music. Rick specializes in music for film and TV and will be sharing his insights.

Rick will be Zooming in from Los Angeles, so email abarnhart@georgefox.edu to join remotely, or come to Ross 208 at 3 p.m. this afternoon.