Join Paul Anderson’s class tonight for a viewing of ‘The Gospel of John’

Monday, December 4th, 2023

Come join us this evening (Tuesday) for ‘The Gospel of John,’ a movie sponsored by Paul Anderson’s class, Writings of John.

The movie will be shown in Hoover 103 from 7:30 to 10 p.m. SpiL credit is available.

Contact Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Volunteers needed at the Bruin Community Pantry food bank

Monday, December 4th, 2023

The Bruin Community Pantry is looking for volunteers to cover shifts at the food bank for the spring semester starting Monday, Jan. 8, 2024.

Follow this link to see what time slots are available (please use your George Fox login to access this page).

Please contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Follow these steps if you plan to leave your vehicle on campus over Christmas break

Monday, December 4th, 2023

If you plan to leave your vehicle on campus over the Christmas break, please do the following:

  • Fill out the Vehicles Left on Campus Policy Form at this link or in person at the Campus Public Safety Office.
  • Remove any personal belongings from your vehicle.
  • Park in a lot designated by Campus Public Safety personnel.
  • Leave a key at the Campus Public Safety office located at 212 Carlson Way.

Questions? Contact Karen Toohey at 503-554-291 or stop by 212 Carlton Way.

Help out the Stewards of Sustainability Club by competing in the Garden Olympics on Dec. 9

Monday, December 4th, 2023

Get ready for the Garden Olympics! These games will be hosted by the Stewards of Sustainability Club in their garden on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 2 to 3 p.m.

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or simply enjoy the thrill of leaping into piles of leaves and playing in the mud, all are invited to participate! Compete in a series of fun activities designed to prepare the club’s garden for the winter season.

Victors will walk away with fabulous prizes. Mark your calendar and be part of the Stewards of Sustainability Club’s grand finale for the semester.

Please sign up for the event here. More information is provided on the sign-up form.

Reach out to Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Bruin Community Pantry will have new hours starting Dec. 11

Monday, December 4th, 2023

The Bruin Community Pantry food bank will have new hours starting Monday, Dec. 11.

  • Monday, Dec. 11 – 10 to 11 a.m.
  • Tuesday, Dec. 12 – Noon to 5:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Dec. 13 – 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, Dec. 14 – 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Friday, Dec. 15 – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

After Dec. 15, the food bank will be closed until January 2024. New hours will be posted Jan. 2, 2024.

You may contact Jere Witherspoon at jwithers@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Second call for Richter Scholars Program proposals, due Jan. 22

Sunday, December 3rd, 2023

Are you interested in doing research? The Richter Scholars program at George Fox distributes funds to support student research activities that are devised, initiated and carried out by individual student researchers, with mentorship, guidance and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.

Students, if you are interested in doing research next summer, connect with a faculty mentor now so they can help you with your proposal. Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria at this link.

All submittals will be electronic and are due Monday, Jan. 22, 2024 by 5 p.m. The Smartsheet link can be found on the website.

For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.

Be entered to win a free dinner by visiting student employment table today

Sunday, December 3rd, 2023

Come by the student employment table in Canyon Commons today (Monday)from noon to 2 p.m. for information about on-campus jobs, to sign up for direct deposit, and win dinner for you and your friends! Winners will be announced tomorrow!

Reach out to Kelly Peterson at kpeterson@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Help out the Stewards of Sustainability Club by competing in the Garden Olympics

Thursday, November 30th, 2023

Get ready for the Garden Olympics! These games will be hosted by the Stewards of Sustainability Club in their garden on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 2 to 3 p.m.

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or simply enjoy the thrill of leaping into piles of leaves and playing in the mud, all are invited to participate! Compete in a series of fun activities designed to prepare the club’s garden for the winter season. Victors will walk away with fabulous prizes! Mark your calendar and be part of the Stewards of Sustainability Club’s grand finale for the semester.

Reach out to Lilly at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

View your spring semester tuition statements

Thursday, November 30th, 2023

Spring semester tuition statements are in your George Fox University inbox today (Friday). Please forward e-bills to the person(s) paying or assisting you with your student account.

Questions can be sent to studentaccounts@georgefox.edu.

Sign up for a fun holiday indoor cycling and pilates session

Thursday, November 30th, 2023

Join us on Saturday, Dec. 9, at 9:30 a.m. for a merry and energizing holiday fitness experience that combines the best of two worlds, pilates and indoor cycling! Embrace the festive spirit as we blend strength, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance in a dynamic 40-minute session sprinkled with Christmas cheer. Sign up here!

Contact Eden at edelvalle21@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Answer the call for papers for The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference

Thursday, November 30th, 2023

The C.S. Lewis Initiative at George Fox is accepting papers for The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference happening Sept. 5-8, 2024! Submissions are welcome from scholars at every career stage, and limited scholarships are available for students and independent scholars.

For topics, guidelines and submission details, visit The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference website. The deadline for short papers is March 31, 2024.

Questions or inquiries prior to submission may be directed to Dr. Jason Lepojärvi at jlepojarvi@georgefox.edu.

If you are not interested in submitting a paper but would like to attend the conference, register for the conference at on the website linked above. Registration is free for George Fox University students, staff and faculty!

Learn folk dancing with Swing Dance Club this Sunday

Thursday, November 30th, 2023

Looking for a fun Christmas activity where you can meet new people, get active, and learn a new skill? Look no further! The Swing Dance Club is hosting a folk dancing event this Sunday, Dec. 3, from 1 to 5 p.m. in the Stevens Center lobby!

We’ll be teaching several different pattern dances, each taught and walked through slowly to include everyone. This style of dancing is lively and fun while being structured and controlled so that people with little to no dance experience of all ages can learn and have a good time! This style of dancing is very active, so lean more toward tennis shoes than dance heels.

If you have questions, reach out to Rowan at rendriss21@georgefox.edu.

Be entered to win a free dinner by visiting student employment table Monday

Thursday, November 30th, 2023

Come by the student employment table in Canyon Commons on Monday, Dec. 4, from noon to 2 p.m. for information about on-campus jobs, to sign up for direct deposit, and win dinner for you and your friends!

Reach out to Kelly Peterson at kpeterson@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Come to the community gaming event hosted by Esports tomorrow

Wednesday, November 29th, 2023

What a pleasure it is to open our doors tomorrow night (Friday) at 7 p.m. to the community here at George Fox University. We invite students and staff to come on down to the Esports arena in Wheeler 204 to enjoy some video games, ask questions, and engage with our athletes. The games we have available include Among Us, Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and many more.

Please contact Esports Coordinator Jerry Sanchez at jsanchez@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Get breakfast burritos tomorrow morning at Climbing Club fundraiser

Wednesday, November 29th, 2023

Students, faculty and guests are welcome and encouraged to come enjoy a breakfast burrito on the quad tomorrow (Friday) morning, anytime between 7:30 and 10 a.m.

The Climbing Club is hosting this fundraiser, selling delicious breakfast burritos for a “pay what you feel” donation! Bring some friends and have fun!

Learn about our Doctor of Medical Science students’ graduate research on Dec. 7

Wednesday, November 29th, 2023

Come to a graduate research symposium hosted in Canyon Commons on Thursday, Dec. 7, from 5 to 7 p.m.

The DMSc (Doctor of Medical Science) program was created in response to an ever-growing demand for healthcare leaders, particularly in rural, traditionally underserved, and international locations. Our DMSc students are excited to present their research to you in a symposium-format doctoral defense.

The focus of our students’ research emphasizes global health and humanitarian service and leadership. As a part of their coursework, our DMSc students participated in a service trip to Africa and the greater Pacific Northwest.

Come to the Symposium on Dec. 7 to hear about the exciting research our DMSc students have been doing. You will not only have the opportunity to hear about their research but are also encouraged to ask questions and interact with our students.

For more information or to donate to a future DMSc service trip, contact us at padmsc@georgefox.edu.

Visit Santa’s Workshop in the Maker Hub today to make gifts and decorations

Wednesday, November 29th, 2023

In partnership with the campus-wide Christmas Extravaganza happening today (Thursday), the Maker Hub is excited to host our third annual Santa’s Workshop!

Between your caroling, cookie decorating, and goat petting, come to the Maker Hub any time between 4 and 8 p.m. to make Christmas gifts and decorations for your friends and family. There will also be some kid-friendly crafts.

Here’s what you can make at this year’s Santa’s Workshop:

  • Custom Christmas-themed T-shirts, aprons or socks
  • Paper or fabric Christmas trees
  • Painted wood or laser-cut Christmas ornaments
  • Custom leather goods and jewelry
  • Paper garlands
  • Paper plate crafts
  • Coloring pages

All tools and materials are provided free of charge by the Maker Hub! We hope to see you there!

Feel free to contact Nick Sullivan at nsullivan@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Submit to the ‘It’s All About the Light’ photography contest by the end of the day

Wednesday, November 29th, 2023

Today (Thursday), is the final day to submit to the Department of Art and Design’s third photography contest to remember John Bennett. John impacted our community for nearly 15 years until his untimely death in 2017.

If you are a current or former student of George Fox, submit your best “It’s All About the Light” photograph via this entry form link. The contest winner will receive a Think Tank bag for their photo gear.

Contact Adam Long at along@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Support our winter sports teams at home this weekend

Wednesday, November 29th, 2023

Get ready for an action-packed weekend featuring Bruin basketball and swimming!

The women’s and men’s basketball teams kick off Northwest Conference action with a doubleheader on Saturday against Puget Sound in Miller Gymnasium at 4 and 6 p.m., respectively.

Meanwhile, our swimmers will be in action for their largest meet of the season on both Saturday and Sunday at the Chehalem Aquatic Center. Morning sessions start at 10 a.m., with finals at 5 p.m. The swim team is also running a food drive, so bring a non-perishable food item if you can!

We’ll see you out there!

Join UREC for snowshoeing and sledding on Mt. Hood this Sunday

Wednesday, November 29th, 2023

This Sunday, Dec. 3, University Recreation will be heading up to Timberline Lodge on Mt. Hood to snowshoe on some of the first significant snow of the season!

This snowshoeing will be easy-going at a relaxed pace, allowing for people to meet and talk to each other as we go down the trail. After that, if the weather cooperates, we will go sledding at the White River Sno-Park before heading back to George Fox!

Go here to register! If you have questions, please contact Megan Tollisen at mtollisen21@georgefox.edu.