The Daily Bruin

Who was George Fox? In commemoration of the 400th anniversary of his birth, Dr. Robynne Rogers Healey of Trinity Western University will be giving a public lecture at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105 tonight (Tuesday) about the evolving legacy of George Fox University’s namesake. This lecture is part of the President’s Speaker series. Chapel credit is available for undergraduate students.

Contact Jay Miller at jaym@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Join us tomorrow (Wednesday) in Hoover 250 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. for a time of worship, listening to God’s Spirit, and seeking to discern God’s truth together. Jay Miller will be hosting. Chapel credit will be offered.

Please reach out to Jay Miller at jaym@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Come join the Nursing Club for a Christmas celebration today (Tuesday) from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Roberts 203! We will have opportunities to connect with nursing students of all grade levels while celebrating the holidays. This event will include sweet treats and ornament decorating. We cannot wait to see you there!

Contact Abby Breeser at abreeser21@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Thanksgiving is near, and we’re excited to celebrate together! Global Village is teaming up with the Black Student Union for a special “Friendsgiving” dinner featuring dishes from our diverse cultures. Join us this Thursday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m. in the FoxHole for great food and company.

Please RSVP here. We can’t wait to see you there!

If you have questions, contact Javier Broach at jbroach23@georgefox.edu.

The finance office will be closed Nov. 28 through Dec. 2 for Thanksgiving! Deposits that need to be made in the month of November must be dropped off at the finance office no later than 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27. If it arrives later, it will go into a deposit for December 2024.

Please note our new location is 1515 Portland Road (formerly known as “the Sleep Center”). If you are taking extra time off during the Thanksgiving holiday, please send your deposits over before you leave.

If you have any questions about deposits, please contact Heather Groenlund at 503-554-2173. Thank you and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Share the joy of the Christmas season with George Fox Christmas cards! ‘Tis the season to send some cheer! George Fox Christmas cards for the 2024 season are now available to order. Quantity is limited. The cost is approximately $1.40 per card (envelopes included).

• Order Deadline: Please place your orders by Wednesday, Nov. 20.
• Pick-Up Date: Cards will be ready for pick-up on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Dec. 3.

If your department wants to place an order, please email Brandy at bdonavant@georgefox.edu with your desired quantity and full accounting string.

View the Christmas card cover and inside design.

May you be filled with the joy of Christmas this season!

Come join Erika Barber, MD, from the George Fox Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) Program this Thursday, Nov. 21, from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. in Canyon Commons 102 and 103 for a presentation on the normal physiology behind the monthly female reproductive cycle.

See how modern applications of this knowledge can empower patients in fertility awareness and also be a tool for healthcare providers in addressing common areas of women’s health.

This presentation is intended for both men and women and especially geared toward healthcare professionals and students interested in healthcare and wellness.

If you have any questions, please contact Erika Barber at ebarber@georgefox.edu.

Ready to watch a talent show you won’t forget? Join us tonight (Friday) at 7 p.m. for Fox Got Talent in Bauman Auditorium. Watch our students and your colleagues compete to win $500, and vote for your favorite act!

Would you like to sell your art at the Christmas Extravaganza Holiday Hangout on Thursday, Dec. 5? All you need is $10 to rent a table and as much art as you would like to sell to fellow students, staff and the local community.

This year, Holiday Hangout is combining with the Christmas Extravaganza, which will feature a tree-lighting ceremony, carriage rides and lots of other fun activities. Our market will take place in Klages with tables for students and staff to sell their work. This event is attended by students, staff and Newberg locals, so all tables will receive lots of traffic.

Fill out this form to rent a table.

Ready to watch a talent show you won’t forget? Join us tonight (Friday) at 7 p.m. for Fox Got Talent in Bauman Auditorium. Watch your friends and peers compete to win $500, and vote for your favorite act!

Events coming up:

• Winter Formal: Saturday, Nov. 23, at 7 p.m. at Shawn Gardner Ballroom
• Christmas Extravaganza / Holiday Hangout: Thursday, Dec. 5, at 4:30 p.m. on the quad
• Late Night Breakfast: Monday, Dec. 9, at 9:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

President Robin and Ruth Baker cordially invite employees to celebrate together at this year’s Christmas Concert, “The Sounding Joy,” on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 2:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. Tickets go on sale today (Friday) at 10 a.m. Reserve tickets here.

Employees are entitled to two complimentary tickets for Sunday’s matinee (while tickets last!). Each employee should obtain their ticket using their George Fox email address. Once you select the seat you would like to reserve, you will then choose “employee comp” from the pricing option list.

Following the concert on Sunday, employees are invited to a Christmas open house at the president’s home from 4 to 6 p.m. at 701 E. Franklin St. in Newberg. Also following Sunday’s performance, poinsettias will be available for sale in Bauman ($10 cash) while they last!

If you can’t make Sunday’s festivities, employees can also reserve two complimentary tickets for Friday or Saturday evenings’ performances. Otherwise, employees and students can attend a free family-friendly dress rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5.

Questions? Contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu.

The annual campus-wide Christmas Extravaganza is a wonderful time for everyone across the university to come together and celebrate the Christmas season.

The Extravaganza begins at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5, with many of the beloved attractions returning! There will be carriage rides, baby goats, s’mores, fire pits, “Santa’s Workshop” in the Maker Hub, ornament and cookie decorating, music performances in the chapel, lots of delicious treats, and more!

We are in need of volunteers to help make this event a success and a blessing to our campus community and their families. Please email Liz Garland in the president’s office at lgarland@georgefox.edu if you would like to sign up for a volunteer shift. There are many time slots and assignments available, and you can choose the volunteer assignment that works best for you.

We’re looking forward to bringing an evening full of Christmas cheer to campus on Dec. 5!

Get ready for a fun trip to H Mart tomorrow (Saturday) from 1 to 3:30 p.m. with Fusion! Limited spots are available, so be sure to RSVP here. Even if you just want to tag along for the snacks, we’ve got you covered!

Questions? Email Diana Bui at dbui23@georgefox.edu.

Curious about becoming a Resident Assistant (RA)? Join us for an RA Interest Night on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 8:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons to connect with current RAs who will share their experiences, answer your questions, and provide insight into the role.

Learn about the responsibilities, rewards and challenges of being an RA and see if this leadership role is right for you!

Contact Addie Wegener at awegener21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

The Men Entering Nursing group will be hosting a senior career panel for nursing and pre-nursing students. Come and get your questions about the program answered while enjoying some focaccia, charcuterie boards, pumpkin muffins, and fresh lemonade. We’ll meet from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21, in Roberts 203.

Let all your pre-nursing friends know. We will also be posting in The Daily Bruin, and posting flyers around campus. We are hoping to have a big turnout for this event!

Reach out to Ethan Whalen at ewhalen21@georgefox.edu with any questions.

In preparation for the Thanksgiving holiday and the university closing on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28-29, Accounts Payable will be processing the check run on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Please take note of the following deadlines:

• All payment requests received by Friday, Nov. 22, by 5 p.m. will be included in the Nov. 21 check run.
• All other requests received after Friday, Nov. 22, will be included in our regularly scheduled check run on Dec. 5.

Questions? Please contact us at accountspayable@georgefox.edu. Happy Thanksgiving!

The library will close early at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27, and will remain closed Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 28-30. It will reopen at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 1. The 24-hour space will remain open.

Come join us as we celebrate 40 years of The Wineskin, George Fox’s student-run literary journal, with an evening of creating art and connecting with one another! The Wineskin kickoff event will take place in the FoxHole on Sunday, Nov. 24, at 7 p.m.

Email Clara Lind at clind21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

The Bruin Bookstore is offering two sales events next week (Nov. 18-22):

• 20% off Nike, League, Legacy and Fall Rush brands in-store and online
• Apple Appreciation Event: Save 10% on Mac and iPad products, new models included. Online only.

Come stop by our table in Canyon Commons today (Thursday) at lunch to write a letter of gratitude to our local police department! It is the season of thanksgiving, so let’s extend some thanks to the first responders who keep our wonderful Newberg community safe.

Our table will be out from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and we will have candy! See you there!