Open spots available for COVID booster clinics

Tuesday, October 25th, 2022

We still have open slots for the COVID Pfizer bivalent booster clinics on Thursday, Oct. 27, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. and Friday, Oct. 28, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Call 503-554-2340 to book your appointment. Please bring your COVID vaccination card and arrive five minutes early to your appointment. The bivalent boosters are free of charge for everyone!

If you have any questions, call 503-554-2340.

Grab some gear at the Hadlock fall garage sale

Tuesday, October 25th, 2022

University Recreation will be hosting its annual fall garage sale at the Hadlock Student Center from Nov. 9 to Nov. 22!

The sale will take place in the Hadlock lobby, and it will be open when Hadlock is open. This year, we have a large supply of snowshoes, sleeping bags, backpacks (of all kinds and sizes), paddleboards, longboards, and other recreational and fitness items. The sale is open to students, employees and community members.

If you have questions or wish to sell your own items or donate equipment, please contact AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.

Training on student supervising next Wednesday

Tuesday, October 25th, 2022

The university will host a training for people who supervise student employees from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, in Canyon Commons 101.

Please come with any questions you may have about student employment and how to best supervise students. If you’re unavailable at that time, but would like to get more information, please email Kelly Peterson at kpeterson@georgefox.edu.

Be on the lookout for a survey to collect questions you may have leading up to the training next week.

All are invited for Contemplative Worship this afternoon

Tuesday, October 25th, 2022

Join us for Contemplative Worship from 2:15 to 2:45 p.m. today (Wednesday) in Hoover 250 for a time of quiet waiting on the Lord and seeing how God might be speaking to us through the ministry of the Holy Spirit. All are welcome; SpiL credit available.

For more information, contact Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu.

The Crescent’s second edition will be released tomorrow

Monday, October 24th, 2022

The second edition of The Crescent, George Fox’s student-run newspaper, will be released tomorrow (Wednesday) at 3 p.m.

If you’re interested in reading The Crescent directly in your inbox, submit your email by filling out this form. You do not need to resubmit your email if you have already filled out the form.

Don’t want emails twice a month? Check out our website to read the most current issue and previous issues.

Thank you for your support!

Survey: Casual Sneakers

Monday, October 24th, 2022

We are a group of students in MKTG 300: Consumer Behavior, and we are looking to understand people’s opinions and buying habits toward casual sneakers.

Casual sneakers include any pair of sneakers as causal footwear, specifically within the price range of $75 to $100. Your participation would be greatly appreciated. Please fill out this survey. Thank you for your time.

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.

Are you a tea drinker? Fill out this student survey

Monday, October 24th, 2022

Please help the Marketing 260 (Principles of Marketing) undergraduate students with a project by filling out our survey.

We are seeking your input on our subscription tea service. Thanks for your feedback! Contact McKenna Skinner at kskinner21@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.

Adopt a fish! Free goldfish available in EHS

Monday, October 24th, 2022

Goldfish are still available for adoption. Care instructions are available by the tank. We will provide a transport bag; you just need to take them directly to your bowl. There is no adoption fee.

They will be available in EHS 202 for the next couple of weeks during the normal business hours of the building.

Reach out to Teresa Arnold at tarnold@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Survey: Portable GPS Tracking Device

Monday, October 24th, 2022

We are a group of students who have come up with a product for our marketing class – a portable GPS tracking device that is meant to track any item that is valuable to you (wallet, purse, keys, watch, jewelry, etc.).

Please take our survey to get more information on our product and to help us further develop it. Any submissions will help out greatly.

Please contact alahatt20@georgefox.edu with any questions or comments that you have about the survey.

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.

Join dialogue about understanding addiction on Nov. 17

Sunday, October 23rd, 2022

Please join the social work department as we hear from several speakers from a variety of professional disciplines from the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. They will join us on campus from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17, for a special event, “Diversity Dialogue: An Interdisciplinary Understanding of Addiction,” in Canyon Commons.

Hazelden is an inpatient drug rehab center in Newberg that specializes in an individualized approach to treatment, which includes detox, inpatient and outpatient rehab options, animal-assisted programming, post-treatment groups and recovery support, and family education.

We will be hearing from the medical director, the program manager, the nurse manager, the outreach manager, a licensed clinical social worker (and clinical director), and wellness specialist. It will take an multi-disciplinary look at understanding addiction and will be available on livestream here.

Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu for more information.

Visit two art exhibitions opening today

Sunday, October 23rd, 2022

The School of Communication and Design proudly presents the opening of two exhibitions today (Monday) in the Minthorne and Lindgren galleries.

In the Minthorne Gallery, the school will be showing assistant professor Seth Van Der Eems’ installation “A Walled Garden.” The Lindgren Gallery will be featuring paintings and portraits by Portland-based artist Reed Clarke.

Both shows will have a closing reception during the First Friday Art Walk of Newberg in December, on Friday, Dec. 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. Be sure to check out both of these shows before they conclude at the end of the fall semester.

Contact Chandler Brutscher at cbrutscher@georgefox.edu with any questions.

CAP center closed today through Wednesday

Sunday, October 23rd, 2022

The Career and Academic Planning Center will be closed today (Monday) through Wednesday, Oct. 26, as the CAP coaches will be attending an advising conference. Regular hours will resume on Thursday, Oct. 27.

If you have any questions, contact Sherri Moore at smoore@georgefox.edu.

‘Oliver!’ opens this Thursday on Wood-Mar stage

Sunday, October 23rd, 2022

George Fox University Theatre is pleased to announce that its production of Oliver! opens on Thursday, Oct. 27.

Performances in Wood-Mar Auditorium are scheduled as follows:

  • Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 27-29, at 7:30 p.m.
  • Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 3-5, at 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, Oct. 30, and Sunday, Nov. 6, at 2 p.m.

You can read the synopsis and purchase tickets here. Tickets are also available by calling the performing arts box office at 503-554-2670.

Special Ticket Options for Students, Faculty and Staff
Students are entitled to one free ticket in your own name for each of our Thursday night performances only. Please use your George Fox email to obtain your ticket.

George Fox faculty and staff are entitled to one free ticket for the run of the show. Both options may be selected when you purchase or select your tickets in our online ticketing system. Please use your George Fox email address when ordering.

For details or assistance, email Kathy Harris at kharris@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2670.

Air quality advisory extended to Monday

Thursday, October 20th, 2022

The air quality advisory has been extended for Polk, Yamhill, Marion, Multnomah, Clackamas, and Washington counties until Monday, Oct. 24. Current conditions are unhealthy for most individuals. Please stay inside if possible. Keep windows and doors closed.

For more information, check out this link. If you have any questions, please email Kim Knoernschild at kknoernschild@georgefox.edu.

Share your story at open mic event this Wednesday night

Thursday, October 20th, 2022

All students and employees are invited to an Intercultural Resource Center-sponsored event, “The Stories We Tell,” at 7:30 p.m. this Wednesday, Oct. 26, in the Klages Center.

This open mic gathering is a time to show off your talent and share your story through spoken word. If you’re interested, please visit this link.

Contact Peter Tran at ptran20@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Swing Dance Club invites you for some ‘HalloSwing’ dancing tomorrow night

Thursday, October 20th, 2022

Join Swing Dance Club tomorrow (Saturday) for our Halloween Swing event, “HalloSwing!”

Come dressed up in your costume of choice to the FoxHole. There will be decorations, spooky music, candy and games! All students and employees are welcome. No prior experience necessary.

  • The basic lesson starts at 6:30 p.m., where you’ll learn everything you need to know for dancing.
  • The intermediate lesson is at 7 p.m., when Mark and Julia will be reviewing sweetheart position.
  • The free dance starts at 7:30 p.m., when you can dance to your hearts content!

If you have any questions, reach out to the club’s president, Julia Fisher, at jfisher21@georgefox.edu.

Make spring rolls today with the Stewards of Sustainability Club

Thursday, October 20th, 2022

Do you enjoy cooking? Eating? Meeting new people? Want to learn about eco-friendly cooking habits?

Join the Stewards of Sustainability Club and Bon Appètit for our “Sustainability in the Kitchen” cooking event!

Learn how to make spring rolls from fresh produce and savory dipping sauce to go with it! We will be meeting from 2 to 3 p.m. in the FoxHole today (Friday). If you are interested, please sign up here. Employees are welcome to join in as well!

For more information, contact Lillian McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu.

Join psychology chapel this Monday in Hoover 103

Thursday, October 20th, 2022

Want to learn more about psychology and faith integration? Stop by Hoover 103 to listen to professor Kelly Chang speak from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24!

We will provide snacks and drinks. Attending this event counts for one non-Bauman chapel credit. We hope to see you there!

For more information, contact Sophie Davis at sdavis19@georgefox.edu.

Volunteer for this service opportunity with Reach Northwest

Thursday, October 20th, 2022

Hello! Are you looking for ways to serve in your community? You should check out this service opportunity brought to you by MGMT 300: Leading and Managing people.

Our nonprofit, Reach Northwest, is supporting the unique challenges and needs of children and families experiencing foster care in our community. We will be hosting a benefit concert, “Concert for the Kids,” and need volunteers to help with set-up, tear-down, direct parking, registration, greeting people, ticket sales, etc.

The event is taking place on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Youngberg Hill Winery in McMinnville. There are four different time slots available, and you can sign up on this form. Please consider giving up part of your Saturday to serve and enjoy some live music as a bonus!

Please contact Tierney Zubchevich at tzubchevich19@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

All invited to join the Fencing Club this afternoon

Thursday, October 20th, 2022

Join the Fencing Club today (Friday) from 4 to 5 p.m. in Hadlock’s large fitness studio!

No prior experience is necessary, and all students and faculty are welcome. Equipment is provided.

The lesson will be on disengaging and feints, and our game this week will be Tribal Warfare.

If you have any questions, reach out to the club’s president, Mark Berglin, at mberglin19@georgefox.edu.