HMS and Suites are hosting a cultural celebration tonight (Wednesday) at 7:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons. This event aims to celebrate, educate and include the variety of cultures represented at George Fox through entertainment, games, trivia and food.
Join us to celebrate the amazing diversity at George Fox! All are welcome!
Contact Ayahna at abahati21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Join Global Village for our annual international dinner Wednesday, March 19, at 7 p.m. in the FoxHole!
We’ll be having dishes from all over the world, including full meals, snacks, drinks and desserts from places like Rwanda, the Middle East, Guatemala, Ethiopia and Vietnam. All you have to do is show up ready to try something new.
Please fill out this form to RSVP so we have enough food for everyone. Feel free to bring a friend (make sure they fill out the form as well). See you then!
Email Ayahna Bahati with any questions at abahati21@georgefox.edu.
Dan Kang and the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement Committee invite you to join them for the Spring Faculty Lecture tonight (Tuesday) at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105.
Ekaterina Lomperis, the Richard B. Parker Associate Professor of Theology and Wesleyan Thought and winner of the 2023-24 Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Research and Scholarship, is our featured faculty speaker. Lomperis will speak about “Spiritual Reformations of Medicine: Early Modern Beginnings and Contemporary Possibilities.”
University members and the surrounding community are invited. Please join us as we hear Lomperis share her research on the transformations of religious perspectives on medicine and healing during an era of reform, with a particular focus on Martin Luther’s thought.
We hope you are able to support Lomperis by attending in person. Refreshments will be provided. If you are unable to attend, the event will be live-streamed at this link.
Join the Latin Heritage Club for Pupusa Night on Friday, March 14, and learn how to make pupusas! Come enjoy delicious food and playing games. You’ll also have a chance to win some gift cards! See you at 5 p.m. in the IRC. All are welcome!
Reach out to Javier Broach at jbroach23@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Department of Human Services (DHS) representatives will be on site at the Bruin Community Pantry to assist folks with signing up for food stamps or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. No appointment is required.
Staff will be at the food bank from 1 to 4:30 p.m. on the following Thursdays:
Stop by if you would like to speak with someone from DHS. Contact Jere Witherspoon at jwithers@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Democracy on your mind? Come listen to Dr. Bert Emerson, associate professor of English and honors program director at Whitworth University, lecture about what American literature might teach us about democracy today. The lecture, given in EHS 102 at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) will be based on his recent book, American Literary Misfits.
Additionally, join a discussion of American Literary Misfits in Hoover 250 at 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, March 13, with George Fox faculty members Harrison Dietzman, Ed Song, and Rachel Winslow, who will be giving short responses to the book, followed by a response from Emerson. Open discussion to follow.
Contact Jay Miller at jaym@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
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Yin Yoga is a slow and mindful form of yoga where poses are held for longer periods of time and props are often integrated in order to release tension deep within the connective tissue. This class is perfect both for those who have never tried yoga before and those who are experienced! Essential oils will diffuse during class, and we will close with a meditative prayer.
This class takes place on Fridays at 1 p.m. Sign up on IMLeagues. If you have any questions, contact fitness@georgefox.edu.
Group projects can be complicated, requiring coordination of schedules, timelines, and assignment of responsibilities. This session will explore how students might use AI tools for individual or group projects.
Bring your lunch (and some friends) and join us in Canyon Commons 103 on Wednesday, March 12, starting at 12:10 p.m. and ending by 12:45 p.m. You’re welcome to arrive early to eat and chat.
One $25 Amazon gift card will be given to a random student at each session.
This session is targeted toward students, but employees are welcome to attend.
Contact Rick Muthiah at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu with questions.
This Lenten season, we’re hosting panel discussions with university pastors, local clergy, spiritual directors and theology faculty. Join us tomorrow (Tuesday) at 10:50 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium.
This week, we’ll hear from Libby McNay, pastor of groups and formation at Journey Church; Andrew del Rio, assistant professor of philosophy, director of the George Fox University Apologetics Initiative, and faculty fellow for the honors program; Erin Johnson, associate dean for Behavioral Health Sciences and program director for the social work program; and Lane Greenleaf-Perez, lead pastor at Red Hills Church.
Dan Kang and the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement Committee invite you to join them for the spring Faculty Lecture tomorrow (Tuesday) at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105.
Ekaterina Lomperis, PhD, the Richard B. Parker Associate Professor of Theology and Wesleyan Thought and winner of the 2023-24 Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Research and Scholarship, is our featured faculty speaker. Ekaterina will speak about “Spiritual Reformations of Medicine: Early Modern Beginnings and Contemporary Possibilities.”
University members and the surrounding community are invited. Please join us as we hear Dr. Lomperis share her research on the transformations of religious perspectives on medicine and healing during an era of reform, with a particular focus on Martin Luther’s thought.
We hope you are able to support Ekaterina by attending in person. Refreshments will be provided. If you are unable to attend, the event will be live-streamed at this link.
HMS and Suites are hosting a cultural celebration on Wednesday, March 12, at 7:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons. This event aims to celebrate, educate, and include the variety of cultures represented at George Fox through entertainment, games, trivia and food!
Residents are encouraged, but not required, to bring a dish that is representative of their culture. For those interested in bringing a dish, please fill out this form to receive a confirmation email. Join us to celebrate the amazing diversity at George Fox! All are welcome!
Contact Ayahna at abahati21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Providence Basecamp is offering a free monthly nutrition series to help you learn, see and do more for your health. Each month, registered dietitians and a professional chef guide you through a nutrition-focused program that includes expert education, live cooking demonstrations and delicious recipes.
With just one registration, you’ll gain access to three great resources: a live nutrition talk, a cooking class, and digital recipes to try at home. Whether you want to improve your meals or simply be inspired, this free series is for you.
Sign up today and take the next step toward better health!
We know that small steps can lead to big changes, and we would love to hear how our wellness programs have supported you along the way. Whether you joined Miles for Meals, Steps into 2024, the Health Assessment, RetireU Challenge, Hygge Challenge, Peace in Motion, or Steps for Peace, your experience can help inspire and improve future wellness initiatives.
Take this short survey between March 10 and 12 to share how these programs have supported your well-being.
As a thank-you, you’ll be entered into a raffle for a $15 gift card to your favorite coffee spot – because every journey deserves a little extra fuel!
Reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
A question for all administrators and anyone who places orders for lunches, dinners or events through Bon Appetit’s online ordering system, Catertrax: Did you know about the “Save the Date” function?
You can utilize this feature when you know the date of your event, even if you don’t have all the details (such as what you would like to serve). This way, we will be aware of your event, be able to plan staffing accordingly, and know to reach out to you in the future.
Use this link to check it out. If you have any questions about this function, please feel free to reach out to catering@georgefox.edu.
All Stanley tumblers (24 oz., 30 oz., 40 oz.) are 25% off March 10-17 at the Bruin Bookstore. In-store only.
A well-balanced diet rich in nutrients does more than fuel you throughout the day. The foods you consume affect how well you think and resist disease.
To rev up your brain power and your immune system, take a look at the online resources below. Your body and mind will thank you for it.
The Wellness Committee also invites you to check out this healthy eating pyramid from Harvard University. Use it as the basis for a grocery list every time you go shopping.
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions will be hosting the second weekend of Scholarship Summit on campus today (Friday). With over 200 visitors expected on campus, we are asking George Fox students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day. Here’s what you can keep in mind.
If you have questions, email visit@georgefox.edu or call Lauren Hill at 503-554-2245.
On Monday, March 10, we will be hosting our spring Nursing Expo in Canyon Commons from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Twenty-eight different hospitals and healthcare companies will be here to meet with our students.
Please encourage students interested in the nursing profession to attend. They will have the opportunity to network, ask questions, and promote themselves to some of the most reputable healthcare companies around.
Contact Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Innovation isn’t just about great ideas, it’s about wise and bold action. Join us for an inspiring talk with Neil Ahlsten, managing partner at 1Flourish Capital, in Stevens 208 at 4 p.m. this Monday, March 10.
Ahlsten will draw on lessons from his time at Google, startup investing and Scripture to explore how wise action, strategic learning and embracing failure can leverage technology into high-impact products. All are welcome to attend this Ignite-sponsored event!
Contact Tamara Wytsma at twytsma@georgefox.edu with any questions.
