For those returning early this weekend, Bon Appetit will have the following hours in Canyon Commons.
We will return to normal service hours Monday morning.
University Recreation is super excited to have all of you back. We want to inform you about the awesome GroupX fitness classes we are offering this spring semester. Take a look …
Use this link to find all of these classes and more on IMLeagues.
We can’t wait to see you in Hadlock this semester!
Did you miss the Resonate Conference this fall? Catch the speakers on George Fox Talks! You can find episodes featuring special guests Tyler Stanton, Meghan Sullivan and Andy Crouch on Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon Music.
The library is pleased to deliver library materials for faculty with offices on the Newberg campus. Library materials must be signed for by the faculty member or persons authorized to sign. Fill out the request form here.
If you have questions, contact Sarah Willhite at lwillhite@georgefox.edu.
Newberg faculty are invited to submit requests for spring semester course reserves. To place a request, please fill out and submit the reserve forms here.
If you have any questions, please contact coursereserves@georgefox.edu, or call Sarah Willhite at 503-554-2412.
A George Fox Young Life group is seeking a volunteer leader who is out of college and is familiar with Young Life. This person should be willing to invest in the lives of college students, as the role involves building relationships, helping plan and lead weekly club gatherings on campus, and walking alongside students as they explore life and faith.
If you are relational, dependable, and have a heart for mentoring college students (approximately five hours per week), we’d love to connect. Contact Melissa Horton at info.newbergyounglife@gmail.
Following are the spring semester hours for the Bruin Community Pantry.
Grab & Go Only:
Pantry Hours:
For more information, check out the website!
Invest in your future self! We still have a few exclusive one-on-one consultation spots available on Tuesday, Jan. 13, with our dedicated Nationwide retirement specialist, Phillip Carbajal.
This is a fantastic opportunity to move past the “one-size-fits-all” advice and get personalized, private answers to your specific retirement questions – no matter what stage of your career you are in. Click here to secure your time slot and see Phillip’s full consultation schedule for the spring semester.
As the seasons shift and daylight decreases, many people notice changes in their mood or energy, with feelings of fatigue, trouble sleeping, or less enjoyment in everyday activities. For some, these may be signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a form of depression linked to seasonal changes.
In an upcoming webinar, hosted by Dawn St. Aubyn, LCSW, we’ll break down what SAD is, who it affects, and how to recognize the symptoms. We’ll also share coping strategies and helpful resources to support your well-being throughout the darker months.
Webinar details
Date: Wednesday, Jan. 21
Time: 11-11:45 a.m.
Register today at this link.
This May, unplug and experience the monastic life.
The Monastic Life Retreat offers George Fox students a rare chance to immerse themselves in contemplative Christian traditions through direct participation in the daily rhythm of Western monasticism at Our Lady of Guadalupe Trappist Abbey.
Over two weeks in May, students will join monks in prayer, work and study, practicing lectio divina and contemplative prayer, attending conferences led by different monks, and observing periods of communal silence.
Participants will also experience singing chants in the choir, community meals, and service activities, all while disconnecting from personal technology to deepen their spiritual journey in a monastic environment.
Here are some more details:
For more information, contact retreat facilitator Bryan Boyd at bboyd@georgefox.edu.
All are invited to the 2026 Martin Luther King Day event at the Chehalem Cultural Center (415 E. Sheridan St., in Newberg) on Monday, Jan. 19. The event is being co-sponsored by the center and the George Fox Office of Inclusive Excellence.
The program centers around Dr. King’s “The Other America” speech, given at Stanford University in 1967, and includes music from George Fox students and a performance by a local dance troupe.
After the program, attendees will be invited to participate in:
The free program will begin at 6 p.m., with the activities scheduled to begin around 7 p.m.
Contact Rick Muthiah at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu for more information.
Did you know about FOX Fridays at the Friendsview Resale Store? Swing by Friendsview Manor (1301 E. Fulton St.) to find some great deals.
The store is open Fridays from 9 to 11 a.m. and from 1 to 3 p.m. George Fox students receive 50% off all purchases (must present their ID to receive the discount). You can get directions to the store at the front desk.
Contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu with any questions.
For the spring semester, the Bruin Community Pantry is looking for volunteers during the following days and times:
If you are interested and available during any of these times, please complete this volunteer form.
Then, please make an appointment with Jere Witherspoon for volunteer orientation using this link.
Please contact Jere if you have any questions, at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2316.
Are you interested in serving as a student leader for the 2026–27 school year? Now is the perfect time to apply!
The Office of Student Life offers a variety of leadership opportunities, including roles in Spiritual Life, Intercultural Life, Student Leadership Council, Parent and Family Programs, Student Activities, Commuter Life, FYE and Residence Life.
To learn more about these opportunities, visit the Student Life Leadership and Employment page. Applications are open now and are due by Tuesday, Jan. 13. Apply today at this link!
Get ready for Winter Welcome, Jan. 9-11! For residential students, the residence halls will be reopening on Friday, Jan. 9, at noon. We hope you’ll join us for a host of events over the weekend before the start of the spring semester.
Winter Welcome is a time for you to get reacclimated to campus and reconnect before the start of classes on Monday, Jan. 12. Check out the Winter Welcome schedule here. We look forward to seeing you back on campus soon.
Visit the Winter Welcome website for more details.
The Office for Spiritual Life is excited to offer the SPIL Mentoring Program, an opportunity for students to engage in meaningful conversations about faith and life with a dedicated George Fox staff or faculty mentor. This program is designed to support students in cultivating a growing relationship with Christ alongside someone who will walk with them through the semester.
The program begins the week of Jan. 26. Students will be matched with a mentor and meet once a week for about an hour over an eight-week period. Participants can also receive SPIL credit for being part of the program.
To sign up, please complete this form by Thursday, Jan. 22.
If you have additional questions, please contact the spiritual life office at spirituallife@georgefox.edu.
The Office of Spiritual Life is looking for staff and faculty members to participate in the SpiL Mentoring Program this spring.
This program provides an opportunity for students to have meaningful conversations about faith and life while receiving encouragement and support from a George Fox staff or faculty member. Students in the program will be matched with a dedicated mentor, with whom they will have weekly meetings lasting approximately one hour, spanning a duration of eight weeks within the semester.
The program begins the week of Jan. 26 and ends the week of March 16.
To support you in your mentoring role, we will provide a booklet with weekly suggested spiritual formation practices for you to engage in with your mentee. Additionally, there will be a training session prior to the start of the program to ensure you feel prepared and equipped.
We are looking for staff and faculty who would like to serve as mentors. If you are interested, please fill out this application by Friday, Jan. 16. Your involvement will make a meaningful impact on our students’ lives!
