Archive for April, 2025

Give Day is here! Let’s finish strong

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

George Fox Give Day is here! There are over 50 amazing departments, teams and programs competing for the $5,000 prize. Click here for real-time updates on who’s in the lead.

You can also share the link with others, as every gift gets your department one step closer to the prize. And don’t forget to encourage students to enjoy the Give Day Festival happening today (Thursday) from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the quad.

Participate in Hold Me Tight workshop for couples with step-children

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

We are seeking participants for a psychoeducational workshop based on the Hold Me Tight curriculum developed by Dr. Sue Johnson and tailored to include stepfamily dynamics. The workshop will be facilitated by local psychologist Dr. Shaun Davis on May 17-18 at George Fox University.

The cost of participation as part of the research study is only $100, a 90% discount off of the full price. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable insights and tools for strengthening emotional connections within relationships.

If you are interested in participating, please contact Lori Best at lbest19@georgefox.edu for further details.

Note closing dates for the Community Life Fund

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

The last day to submit a request to the Community Life Fund is Wednesday, April 9, at 2 p.m. The last day to receive reimbursements is Wednesday, April 16, at 4 p.m. Office hours are still on Mondays from 1 to 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 2 to 4 p.m.

Contact ascvpfinance@georgefox.edu if you have any questions or concerns.

Swing by the Give Day Festival today in the quad

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

It’s Give Day Festival time! Join us on the quad from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for free tacos, coffee, donuts and furry friends!

Celebrate the incredible generosity of our Fox community, who have been supporting our departments, projects, and teams all week. Every gift pushes a department closer to the $5,000 prize! Want to know who’s in the lead? Check the link and spread the word. Don’t miss out!

Sign up for a consultation with our dedicated retirement specialist

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

George Fox presents a monthly opportunity to secure your financial future: free, personalized retirement consultations right here on campus. These sessions, offered by a dedicated retirement specialist from Nationwide, provide a confidential, no-pressure space to get expert advice on everything from your current financial standing to long-term retirement strategies.

We understand that retirement planning can feel daunting, but these consultations are designed to simplify the process and give you the peace of mind that comes with a well-informed plan. By taking just a little time out of your work day, you’ll gain valuable insight into how to maximize your savings and ensure a comfortable retirement.

This month’s sessions are on Wednesday, April 16. Sign up here and take a proactive step toward your financial well-being.

Aaron Barnhart performs ‘The Prodigal Returns’ tonight in Wood-Mar

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

The university community is invited to a special faculty concert featuring Aaron Barnhart at 7:30 p.m. tonight (Thursday) in Wood-Mar Auditorium. The event is free for students and employees!

Aaron will perform “The Prodigal Returns,” a concept work based on the parable of the Prodigal Son. Mixed in surround sound and featuring faculty guest artists and engaging visual and lighting elements, the show promises to be a journey in electronic rock that will touch the heart, mind and senses.

DPT students seek 18- to 45-year-olds for research on balance recovery

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

Doctor of physical therapy students are seeking individuals 18 to 45 years of age to figure out the effects of lower body strength on the ability to recover from a loss of balance and how people step when they lose their balance.

If you meet the study criteria, you will be asked to attend one testing session where you will be made to lose your balance multiple times in a safety harness while performing a squat task and have your ankle, knee and hip strength tested while sitting. Your participation in this study will involve approximately 60 minutes of time.

If interested, please contact Gabe Haberly, PhD, CSCS (ghaberly@georgefox.edu, 503-554-2941) or Lyndsay Stutzenberger, PT, DPT, PhD, CEEAA (lstutzenberger@georgefox.edu, 503-554-2463).

Check out these five companies at Monday’s career fair

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

The below five companies will be visiting campus for a career fair this Monday, April 7, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Canyon Commons. Please take five minutes out of your day to swing by and talk about your future.

EPCS (Electrical Field Test Technician)
EPCS was established in 2000 as a subsidiary of Electrical Consultants, Inc (ECI). Since that time, EPCS has become one of the largest vertically integrated EPC companies in the U.S.

iQ Credit Union
iQ Credit Union believes in making a positive and lasting impact in the communities they service, working together to achieve great things, and providing members with an exceptional experience that helps to improve their financial lives.

Oregon State Police
Oregon State Police provides premier public safety services for Oregon each and every day. Their mission is to enhance the livability and safety of the state of Oregon by protecting the people, property, and natural resources of the state.

Pacific Seafood
Ready to reel in a career? Pacific Seafood, a family-owned seafood leader since 1941, is on a mission to double in size by 2031! With over 3,000 team members across more than 40 facilities, we are offering unique opportunities in distribution, processing and aquaculture.

Parr
The Parr Company consists in five distinct subsidiaries that provide building solutions and services: Lumber, Design Center, Truss, Door and Millwork. Headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon, The Parr Company continues to grow while carrying on the family legacy.

Have questions about the fair? Contact Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Volunteer at basketball camp for people with disabilities on April 19

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

Provide a life-changing opportunity to people with disabilities by volunteering for our basketball camp! The camp takes place on Saturday, April 19, at Sherwood Middle School from 11 a.m to 2 p.m.

For more information or to RSVP, check the Helper Helper app. This event is sponsored by students in a Business Communications class.

If you have questions, contact Italia Fisher at afisher23@georgefox.edu.

Check out ‘The Croissant,’ the satire edition of ‘The Crescent’

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

Did you know that George Fox’s student-run newspaper, The Crescent, has a satire edition? It’s called The Croissant, and it’s out right now! Read the spoof stories at gfucrescent.com/the-croissant.

Buy tickets for DPT’s annual fundraising auction on April 12

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

We’re excited to announce that in May of 2025 students and faculty from our doctor of physical therapy program will be heading to Uganda for a medical service trip!

We need your help: We will be holding an auction fundraiser with dinner at 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, in Canyon Commons. Our auction has historically been the greatest contributor to funding our trip and will feature gifts generously donated by community members and businesses. We are looking for people to attend!

The money we earn from the auction will help pay for all travel, service, housing and resource expenses. For more information, check out our website at this link. If you are interested in obtaining tickets, you can purchase them here!

If you are interested in donating, attending, or have any questions, please reach out to us at georgefoxdptservice@gmail.com or call Micah Trevizu at 530-310-6202.

George Fox choir and guests to perform a free concert this Saturday

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

Please join the George Fox University choir and our special guests, the Mountain View Middle School choir and Friendsview choir, this Saturday, April 5, at 4 p.m. in Bauman for a very special concert. No tickets are needed, and the event is free. A variety of music from around the world will be featured!

Join in the school supplies drive now happening on campus

Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

Want to do something to benefit our schools? Support the Bright Futures Initiative, a campus-wide school supplies drive supporting local elementary school students and teachers affected by budget cuts. Our mission is to provide essential tools for learning and to foster community unity through generosity.

How you can help:

  • Drop off school supplies in donation bins located in the library, residence halls, student center, and other high-traffic areas across campus
  • Spread the word by sharing on social media and encouraging friends to participate

Our goal is to collect 200 backpacks, 500 notebooks and more essential supplies. The drive runs from now through Friday, April 11.

Let’s come together to make a real impact—one pencil, one notebook, one backpack at a time.

Questions or want to volunteer? Contact Lana Davis at ldavis22@georgefox.edu.

Get the word out about Give Day!

Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

The Give Day competition is heating up! Give to your passion, with the understanding that the department, program or team that brings in the most donors will get an additional $5,000 prize. It’s like a Bruin Brawl, but with more generosity and fewer scraped knees.

Who’s in the lead? Check this link for real-time updates. With the competition running through tomorrow, there’s still plenty of time to share the link.

Support women-owned businesses at Her Collective Spring Market tonight

Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

Join us tonight (Wednesday) from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Klages for the Her Collective Spring Market! Celebrate Women’s History Month by shopping unique products from local women-owned businesses, making connections, and enjoying a fun evening of community and empowerment.

Event Highlights:

  • Shop one-of-a-kind products
  • Support and celebrate women-owned businesses
  • Make meaningful connections with fellow attendees and vendors
  • Participate in the stamp card challenge for added fun as you visit different tables

Bring your friends, support women, and enjoy an empowering evening together. We can’t wait to see you there!

If you have any questions, contact Carena Hadi at chadi21@georgefox.edu.

Swing by the bridge today for free donuts

Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and the Office of Inclusive Excellence invites you to join us in preventing sexual assault, abuse and harassment. We are partnering with multiple departments on campus as well as local community partners to provide you information, resources and care.

Join us for donuts on the teal-decorated Crisman Crossing bridge today (Wednesday) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can see our full calendar of events here.

Contact Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Don’t wait to schedule your appointment with the VLC!

Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

It’s down to the final weeks before finals, and we’re here to help you finish strong! The Virtual Learning Center is ready to be your ultimate study partner, turning those challenges into triumphs.

  • Sharpen your papers with focused virtual writing sessions
  • Discover effective study strategies that make learning engaging

We’re offering personalized support with both virtual and asynchronous appointments, all designed to help you succeed from wherever you are.

Don’t let finals catch you unprepared! To schedule an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas page. If you have any questions, please email us at vlc@georgefox.edu.

Double-check your 2025-26 financial aid

Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

Is your financial aid in place for next school year?

We want to ensure everything is ready to go for 2025-26 before you leave campus for the summer. Make sure you complete the following tasks by May 1, and you’ll be home free for summer break!

Next steps:

  • File your 2025-26 FAFSA or ORSAA as soon as possible if you want to access federal or state aid!
  • Accept/decline your loans in MyGeorgeFox by following these instructions (we can always adjust them for you later if you change your mind).
  • Plan ahead if you’ll be using a Parent PLUS Loan or a private loan—applications open on May 1!
  • Complete all To Do items in your MyGeorgeFox account (under the Tasks tile) to authorize your federal aid.
  • Submit a Professional Judgment request if your family’s financial situation has changed since 2023.

Be sure to contact us if you have any questions! The Office of Financial Aid is open Monday through Friday. You’re welcome to call, email, stop by, or schedule an appointment with your counselor.

Beat the finals rush! Schedule your appointment with the ARC now

Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

The countdown to finals has begun! Are you prepared to showcase your hard work? Our Academic Resource Center is here to provide the support you need to excel.

  • Writing consultations: Get personalized feedback on your final papers, ensuring clarity, coherence, and strong arguments.
  • Academic coaching: Learn time management techniques, effective study methods, and strategies for tackling challenging concepts.
  • Procrastination prevention: We can help you break down large tasks into manageable steps.

With only four weeks remaining, appointments are limited. Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your grades and reduce stress. Book your appointment at traccloud.georgefox.edu. Let’s make these final weeks the most productive yet!

Use these wellness tips and report on your experience

Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

Interested in getting a better understanding of your mental and physical wellness? Take this survey for tips and tricks on how to improve your health through exercise and meditation. We are looking for college students of any fitness level to describe their current state of wellness and report on their experience trying the provided exercises and activities.

If you have questions, contact Kaylee Holstad at kholstad22@georgefox.edu. Thank you for your participation!

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.