Sunday, May 5th, 2019
As we approach the end of the spring semester, we know it seems strange to be thinking about undergraduate student Welcome Weekend when it is still four months away! However, we want to let you know about some changes in the schedule that may affect your planning.
- Welcome Weekend is shifting from four days to three days and will be held Friday through Sunday, Aug. 23-25.
- Freshmen will move in on Friday (Aug. 23) morning.
- Programs for parents and families will begin Friday afternoon and conclude that night (not continuing into Saturday).
- The George Fox Late Night at Target event will be on Friday night.
There were a variety of reasons for these changes, but we believe this will serve our incoming students and families very well! Of course, our goal is always for us to show tremendous hospitality and welcome to these new members of our community. Check out the schedule on our Welcome Weekend website.
If you have questions about how this change will impact you or your department, please contact Stephanie St. Cyr (sstcyr@georgefox.edu) or Bill Buhrow (bbuhrow@georgefox.edu).
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Sunday, May 5th, 2019
Do you have experience with bunions? Then we need you!
George Fox University’s School of Physical Therapy is conducting research on bunions. Our research team is interested in looking at two groups of people: 1) persons who had surgery for their bunions, and 2) those who currently have bunions.
We would like to know how the foot functions following bunion surgery. In order to answer this question, we are collecting data on how people walk and on muscle strength.
Testing is conducted in the physical therapy department. The tests are simple to perform and require about an hour to complete. The results of our study will help to provide direction as to the best form of rehabilitation after surgery or in lieu of surgery.
If you are interested in our study, would like more information or would like to enroll as a participant, please contact Jaymee at 808-728-8353 or email jkau17@georgefox.edu. Jaymee will be happy to answer all your questions. There is a monetary incentive for participation in this study.
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Friday, May 3rd, 2019
Please note that the Hadlock Student Center and Rental Center will not be open on Saturday and Sunday through the summer months. If you’re looking to rent equipment for the weekend, it needs to be picked up Friday between 4 and 7 p.m. and returned on Monday by noon.
Summer hours for the Hadlock Student Center and Rental Center are:
- Monday-Friday: 6 to 9 a.m.; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 4 to 7 p.m.
- Saturday/Sunday: Closed
Please contact Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu with questions.Â
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Friday, May 3rd, 2019
Do you ever worry about falling? Have you fallen, or do you feel unsteady? Second-year physical therapy students are conducting research on fall risk screening and would love to help keep you safe!
We are looking for adults aged 50 and older living independently in the community. Participation takes about an hour with physical assessments and a small amount of paperwork. You will receive guidance on exercises to help you achieve activity goals that are meaningful to you! Referrals to physical therapy and community-based exercise programs are an option as well.
Sessions are scheduled from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, May 10, and from 10 a.m. to noon on Friday, May 24, in the Roberts Center.
Please contact Austyn Byassee at abyassee17@georgefox.edu to sign up!
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Thursday, May 2nd, 2019
The university lost a longtime supporter on May 1 with the death of Ken Austin. Beyond that, President Robin Baker lost a close friend. In his latest blog post, Robin reflects on the impact Ken had on the university and shares his personal thoughts on the loss of someone who was humble, generous and committed to service. You can read it here.
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Wednesday, May 1st, 2019
Due to the lack of volunteers, access to the Bruin Community Pantry food bank is limited this summer. To arrange access, contact the Office of Student Life at 503-554-2310 or call Nancy at 503-554-2224.
If you have questions, please email Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, May 1st, 2019
Curious to see what our documentary film students have been up to this semester? Come support them and check out their handiwork at the cinematic arts department’s Documentary Showcase tonight (Thursday) at 7:30 p.m. in Lemmons 4.
Students Coleman Weimer, Ashlyn Eperjesi, Keeghan vanderWater, Russell Bowen, Sean McNeil, Yue Li and David Pascual-Matias will be showing their six- to 10-minute films. These same films will be circulated on the festival circuit next year.
The showcase is about an hour long, and there will be a time to ask questions of the filmmakers. Come see these fascinating nonfiction films on a variety of topics!
Questions? Contact Dawn Ford at dford@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, May 1st, 2019
Join our first-year engineering students as they compete for awards in a Shark Tank-style Makers Competition!Â
The makers will compete today (Thursday) at 8 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. in Klages Maker Hub. The theme this year is “Smart Baby/Child Products.”
Questions? Contact Adina McConaughey at amcconaughey@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, May 1st, 2019
The Murdock Library faculty office courier will be suspended during summer break. The service will end tomorrow (Friday) and resume on Monday, Aug. 26.
Questions? Contact Patty Vanier at pvanier@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, May 1st, 2019
The Newberg community prayer team is hosting a prayer gathering for the National Day of Prayer tonight (Thursday) at 6:15 p.m. at River Street Church of God, 715 S. River Street. Join with Newberg pastors, leaders and community members for this annual time of prayer.
Contact the Office for Spiritual Life at spirituallife@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
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Wednesday, May 1st, 2019
You are invited to join our Accessibility Ambassadors for an accessibility workshop to be held this Monday, May 6, in Roberts Center 168, from 9 a.m. to noon.
This is a hands-on morning that will start with a breakfast buffet, hosted by The Libraries Digital Learning. We will open our laptops to work on making digital content accessible for our students.
Would you like to work on your Word, PowerPoint, or Excel files? Make images and tables accessible? Caption videos? Learn how to give an individual student extended time on a FoxTALE quiz? Join us for any amount of time during the morning.
The session satisfies up to three hours of faculty development.
Questions? Contact Gloria Doherty at gdoherty@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, May 1st, 2019
Campus Public Safety will be conducting its annual bicycle roundup starting Monday, May 6. If you are staying on campus over the summer and plan to keep a bike here, please come to the Campus Public Safety office to get a sticker ID so your bike will not be removed.
- At the end of the spring semester, a university-wide bicycle cleanup is done. Bicycles that are illegally parked, unregistered or inoperable are impounded. Bicycle racks need to be cleared to do routine maintenance to the bicycles racks and surrounding areas.
- Bicycles may not be stored on the campus during the summer semester. Bicycle claims can be made at the Campus Public Safety office.
- Students using their bikes during the summer must move their bikes to the nearest rack of their summer housing.
- Bicycles not picked up from the impound lot within 60 days will be forwarded to the local charities at the discretion of the Campus Public Safety office. Junk bicycles will be recycled.
Questions? Contact Ed Gierok at egierok@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, April 30th, 2019
Head over to the Hadlock Student Center today (Wednesday) to check out our used gear sale starting at 11 a.m. We’ve got a lot of outdoor gear to get you ready for summer adventures.
Here is a sample of what we’re selling:
- Evolv Titan Climbing Shoe: $10-$25
- Kelty Sleeping Bags: $20-$30
- Two- to six-person tents : $35-$60
- MSR Miniworks Water Filter: $25-$40
Questions? Contact Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, April 30th, 2019
The International Student Development office will be hosting a garage sale this summer to raise money for the International Student Emergency Fund, which assists international students who encounter unexpected difficulties and require financial assistance.
If you can donate to this cause, please bring your old or new items to the International Student Development office on the third floor of the Stevens Center any time this week. The garage sale will be Saturday, May 11.
Also, if you need us to pick up the item, we can do that as well. Just let us know.
Questions? Contact Alex Pia at ext. 2643 or apia@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, April 30th, 2019
Curious to see what our documentary film students have been up to this semester? Come support them and check out their handiwork at the cinematic arts department’s Documentary Showcase tomorrow (Thursday) at 7:30 p.m. in Lemmons 4.
Students Coleman Weimer, Ashlyn Eperjesi, Keeghan vanderWater, Russell Bowen, Sean McNeil, Yue Li and David Pascual-Matias will be showing their six- to 10-minute films. These same films will be circulated on the festival circuit next year.
The showcase is about an hour long, and there will be a time to ask questions of the filmmakers. Come see these fascinating nonfiction films on a variety of topics!
Questions? Contact Dawn Ford at dford@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, April 30th, 2019
In his research on former President Levi Pennington, President Robin Baker has come across thought-provoking letters that address the topics of peace and pacifism.
In light of the recent events in Sri Lanka, the letters proved to be insightful and inspirational. You can read Robin’s thoughts on them in his latest blog post.
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Tuesday, April 30th, 2019
Starting Monday, May 6, the Hadlock Student Center will move to our summer hours …Â
- Monday-Friday: 6 to 9 a.m.; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 4 to 7 p.m.
- Saturday/Sunday: Closed
Questions? Contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu
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Tuesday, April 30th, 2019
The university has hired a new women’s basketball coach! Michael Coppolino joins us from Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, New York, where he coached the women’s program the last six seasons. Over the last two years, his teams went 35-1 in conference play. You can read more details about his background here.
This Friday, May 3, we will host an introduction event for coach Coppolino at the Chehalem Cultural Center (415 E. Sheridan). It begins with a press conference from 2:30 to 3 p.m., followed by a community meet-and-greet time from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the gallery (refreshments provided).
Come join us and extend a welcome to our new coach! Questions? Contact Elise Trask at etrask@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, April 30th, 2019
The Columbia Sportswear Company has invited George Fox students and employees to shop at the Columbia Sportswear Employee Store May 3-26.
What You Get Access To
- Employee pricing (typically 40 to 50 percent off regular retail pricing).
Instructions on How to Participate
- This invite is non-transferable, but you can bring your family and friends with you (up to four guests per person, per visit).
- Bring the invite with you to the store reception desk (or show the invite on your mobile phone) for entry and again at checkout.
- Show your George Fox University Employee ID (options listed on invite)
Location and Hours
Columbia Sportswear Employee Store
14100 N.W. Science Park Dr., Portland
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Click this link to download or print the pass.
Please contact Employee Empowerment at 503-554-2180 or ee@georgefox.edu for assistance with these or any of your George Fox benefits.
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Tuesday, April 30th, 2019
Do you have experience with bunions? Then we need you!
George Fox University’s School of Physical Therapy is conducting research on bunions. Our research team is interested in looking at two groups of people: 1) persons who had surgery for their bunions, and 2) those who currently have bunions.
We would like to know how the foot functions following bunion surgery. In order to answer this question, we are collecting data on how people walk and on muscle strength.
Testing is conducted in the physical therapy department. The tests are simple to perform and require about an hour to complete. The results of our study will help to provide direction as to the best form of rehabilitation after surgery or in lieu of surgery.
If you are interested in our study, would like more information or would like to enroll as a participant, please contact Jaymee at 808-728-8353 or email jkau17@georgefox.edu. Jaymee will be happy to answer all your questions. There is a monetary incentive for participation in this study.
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