Sign up for the end-of-year Super Smash Bros. tournament, hosted by the George Fox esports team tomorrow (Saturday) at 1 p.m. No entry fee or previous experience is required; just come down to the esports arena in Wheeler 208 for a day of fun and competition! All are welcome! Register here.
Reach out to Bradley Thurber at bthurber@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
Research shows that the way we eat our meals can play an important role in our overall health. By elevating your awareness and being intentional, you can develop a sustainable and balanced approach to nutrition.
Here are some ways you can transform your meals into experiences that nourish your mind and body, setting you up for a lifetime of healthy eating.
Ready to extend mindfulness beyond the main course? The Wellness Committee invites you to explore these resources on regrowing vegetables in the kitchen and repurposing food scraps for delightful meals, snacks and seasonings. Enjoy!
Be a part of an exciting event, and see that special student graduate!
We are still looking for several volunteers to serve as ushers at the undergraduate commencement on Saturday, May 3, at 3 p.m. Come help us take tickets at the gate, hand out programs, direct graduates’ families and friends to their seats, and make graduation a special event for everyone!
Please sign up to serve in the ceremony. All who volunteer to participate as ushers will receive a $50 gift card for each ceremony they assist with! If you sign up for both ceremonies, lunch will be provided too!
Thank you in advance for your willingness to serve! Questions? Contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu.
Faculty and staff: Please join us for a “Lunch and Learn” event with our Title IX coordinator, Ann James, who will be visiting campus at noon on Tuesday, April 22.
Bring your lunch and join us for a live update and Q&A session in Canyon Commons to learn how to better serve our students who might be facing sexual harassment, discrimination or assault.
Reach out to Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Select clothing and gift items are on sale at the Bruin Bookstore for 30% off; select Hydroflasks are 50% off. This event is going on now (in-store and online) and will end on Tuesday, April 22.
Please join us for a farewell celebration in honor of Todd Curtis today (Thursday) from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Maker Hub.
All faculty, staff and students are invited to attend and wish Todd well in his future endeavors. We will be serving cake and refreshments. We hope to see you there!
As Easter approaches, the university community is welcome to reflect on the death and sacrifice of Jesus at a special concert, “The Way of the Cross,” at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday) in Bauman Auditorium.
Special guest soloists Richard Zeller and Susan Buehler will join the university’s Concert Choir and Chamber Orchestra in performing Requiem by Gabriel Fauré. The performance, featuring more than 150 singers, is contemplative, reflecting on the death of Christ, how we live, the death that is to follow, and the promise of heaven.
George Fox students and employees may receive one free ticket per person. Additional tickets may be purchased here. Come join us in contemplating the sacrifice Jesus made for us.
Reach out to Danielle Warner at dwarner@georgefox.edu with any questions.
During this Holy Week, come help build a community garden at the Newberg Peace Park that will help supply the Bruin Community Pantry with fresh produce. Here’s when you can help:
Please note: The GPS location for the Newberg Peace Park service opportunity is taking people to the wrong location. Please use the address 501 Mission Drive in Newberg. The garden is located behind the First Presbyterian Church.
Reach out to Holly Shelton at hshelton@georgefox.edu with any questions.
As a reminder, IT will be initiating OS and software updates on all university-owned Macs, PCs and iPads. Regular and timely updates are crucial and required to ensure stability, security and optimal performance. This will be a continuous ongoing effort.
Important Details:
During the update process, your device may:
Once the updates are complete, your device will be restored to its normal state.
Questions? Contact the IT Service Desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu for assistance.
Thank you for your ongoing cooperation and support for these required updates.
Encourage your students to stop by the ARC’s “Study Sundae” session tonight (Wednesday) at 8 p.m. in the Gulley lobby. This event offers students a chance to connect with ARC consultants, gather test prep resources, and pick up helpful study tips—all alongside free ice cream.
It’s a great way for students to jumpstart their finals prep in a fun, supportive environment.
Our last event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month is coming up! Join us at the IRC tomorrow (Thursday) at 4 p.m. for snacks and great conversations as we watch Audrie & Daisy, a documentary about sexual assault.
You can also hold your own watch party with your roommates and friends. Anyone who participates and fills out our form will be entered to win a $100 gift card to Fred Meyer. Learn more here.
In May of 2025, students and faculty from our Doctor of Physical Therapy program will be heading to Uganda for a medical service trip! Our well-established partnerships with local leaders in Uganda seek to meet the physical and educational needs that exist in these communities.
We need your help! This trip is being funded by donations and fundraisers, with our next one being through Burgerville today (Tuesday). Visit the Burgerville in Newberg and mention George Fox. You can also order ahead on the app and use the promo code GEORGEFOX.
Thank you for your support! Contact Amanda Brandes at abrandes23@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
The final issue of The Crescent for this year comes out today! Read it here!
Please join us for a farewell celebration in honor of Todd Curtis on Thursday, April 17, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Maker Hub.
All faculty, staff and students are invited to attend and wish Todd well in his future endeavors. We will be serving cake and refreshments. We hope to see you there!
During this holy week, come help build a community garden at the Newberg Peace Park that will help supply the Bruin Community Pantry with fresh produce. Here’s when you can help:
This is a tangible way to care for our neighbors and steward the resources of creation. Elective chapel credit is available. Meet us at the park, which is directly behind Newberg First Presbyterian Church.
If you have questions, contact Holly Shelton at hshelton@georgefox.edu.
As Easter approaches, the university community is welcome to reflect on the death and sacrifice of Jesus at a special concert, “The Way of the Cross,” at 7:30 p.m. this Thursday, April 17, in Bauman Auditorium.
Special guest soloists Richard Zeller and Susan Buehler will join the university’s Concert Choir and Chamber Orchestra in performing Requiem by Gabriel Fauré. The performance, featuring more than 150 singers, is contemplative, reflecting on the death of Christ, how we live, the death that is to follow, and the promise of heaven.
George Fox students and employees may receive one free ticket per person. Additional tickets may be purchased here. Come join us in contemplating the sacrifice Jesus made for us.
Reach out to Danielle Warner at dwarner@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Need a break during the last few weeks of school? George Fox Theatre has a number of fun performances that you are invited to attend for free! From comedy improv to a timed technical theatre competition, there’s something for everyone! Events are as follows:
Please email Ben Tissell at btissell@georgefox.edu if you have any questions about these events.
The university pastors invite you to join us for a short Good Friday service on Friday, April 18, at 2 p.m. in the chapel as we commemorate the sacrifice of Jesus in preparation for the celebration of Easter on Sunday. All community members are invited!
It’s that time of year again! If you’ve got aches and pains, need to recover from an injury or surgery, or want to improve your balance, strength or endurance, then this announcement is for you!
George Fox physical therapy students are hosting their annual free physical therapy clinic May 8 through June 13!
We will serve clients with a variety of needs, including relief from general aches and pains, chronic conditions, sports injuries, orthopedic surgery recovery, balance and fall concerns, concussion management, neurological conditions, vestibular issues, general deconditioning, pediatric care, cardiovascular support, and more. The DPT students are eager to serve you, so please take advantage!
Please fill out this Google Form and you will be contacted for scheduling. Thank you!
Please contact Catherine Cieslak (PT, DPT) at physicaltherapy@georgefox.edu or call our clinic at 503-554-2479 with any questions.
April is Financial Literacy Month, and we want to remind you of the valuable resources available to help you prepare for your financial future! Here’s what’s available:
To access these resources, please visit this Nationwide resource page.
