Archive for March, 2026

Race against the clock in our escape rooms on March 13

Sunday, March 1st, 2026

It’s time for escape rooms! Come race against the clock and solve puzzles to find your way out of our escape rooms across campus on Friday, March 13.

We have amazing rooms lined up for you. This event sells out every year, so please sign up as soon as possible to lock in your spot. Sign your team up here to make sure you get your first pick of escape rooms. Teams and individuals can all sign up. You won’t want to miss this highly requested fun night!

Want to be a part of our “Game Show Game Show” and win amazing prices? Sign up to join in the fun using this link.

Here are some more events coming up soon:

  • Easter Egg Hunt: Friday, April 3, at 6 p.m., in the quad
  • Spring Formal: Saturday, April 11, at 8 p.m. at Oaks Park
  • Dating Game: Friday, April 16 at 7 p.m. in Bauman

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join the fun of Hadlock’s Employee and Family Day this Saturday

Sunday, March 1st, 2026

Join us this Saturday, March 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Hadlock Student Center for a morning full of fun and fellowship!

Bring your family or come solo and join the fun! You can try your hand at bouldering or rock climbing, shoot hoops, play volleyball or pickleball, or simply explore Hadlock’s many spaces. We’ll also have special activities created just for kids!

This event is all about celebrating the community and belonging that make George Fox such a special place to work. We can’t wait to see you there and make new memories together!

Join today’s IT session: ‘Intro to Agentic AI and Workspace Studio’

Sunday, March 1st, 2026

Join IT today (Monday) for our second weekly session on how to use Gemini AI in our everyday work and academic processes.

Today’s session, “Intro to Agentic AI and Workspace Studio,” will cover creating custom Gemini Gems and Workspace Studio flows to stay organized on emails, chats and tasks.

The session will be offered twice this week: Today from 11 to 11:50 a.m. in Stevens 109, and Thursday, March 5, from 3 to 3:50 p.m. in Stevens 209.

Come even if you didn’t sign up. Click the form link to view the full schedule and topics: Gemini AI Workshop Sessions RSVP.

For those who are unable to attend, we will be recording each session and will provide a link by request.

Contact us at servicedesk@georgefox.edu with any questions, or check the IT AI website.

Spots still available for SpiL’s ‘Away with God’ retreat

Sunday, March 1st, 2026

You’re invited to join us for an off-campus retreat during the first weekend of spring break, Friday, March 20, through Sunday, March 22.

These retreats are thoughtfully designed for a small group of 10-12 students. During the retreat, participants can expect to enter into a slower pace to engage in various spiritual practices that refresh their mind, body and spirit. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to create connections with fellow students and staff, fostering a sense of community and support.

You must fill out this application to express interest in attending. You’ll receive a confirmation email to let you know you’ve been selected to attend, and then you’ll secure your spot with $20. The $20 covers food, lodging and transportation. The last day to sign up is March 13 (or until spots are filled).

Chapel credit is offered for those who attend.

Questions? Contact Cyndi Murillo at cmurillo@georgefox.edu.

Tickets to the Oregon Symphony concert are now available

Sunday, March 1st, 2026

Tickets for the Oregon Symphony concert on the Newberg campus are now available by filling out this form. The concert is free to George Fox employees.

George Fox University and Austin Industries will host the Oregon Symphony for its 38th annual performance in Bauman Auditorium on Friday, March 13, at 8 p.m. This year’s program is Stravinsky & Shostakovich, a classical performance featuring Marina Piccinini, an Italian-American flautist.

A limited number of tickets are provided for George Fox employees at the half-time level and above, including emeriti employees. The complimentary tickets are limited to two per employee.

Requests will be processed in the order received. Filling out the form does not guarantee you tickets. Those who do get tickets will receive an email to pick up their tickets from the president’s office (Stevens 330) no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, March 6.

Any available tickets on Monday, March 9, will go to those who request to be on the waitlist for extra tickets. The university is given a set amount of tickets, so please only request tickets if you can commit to attending the performance.

Questions? Please contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2101.

Why register for Summer Online?

Sunday, March 1st, 2026

Summer Online is a great way to get ahead, without sacrificing your summer. You can register for up to three courses, which run from June 1 to July 26.

Five reasons to sign up this summer:

  1. Save time. Earn full credits in eight weeks – half the length of a normal class.
  2. Save money. Summer Online courses are less than half the price of traditional undergraduate classes.
  3. Stay flexible. Watch lectures and complete assignments when it’s convenient for you, thanks to an online asynchronous format.
  4. Learn from experts. Courses are taught by real professors, and our Be Known promise applies online, too. 
  5. Get ahead. Create space in your fall schedule, and stay on track to graduate in four years (or less!).

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