Join us for Contemplative Worship this afternoon in Hoover 250

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022

All are welcome to join us today (Wednesday) for Contemplative Worship after the manner of Friends from 2:15 to 2:45 p.m. in Hoover 250. SpiL credit is available for students.

For more information or if you have any questions, contact Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu.

Submit your Richter proposals before Wednesday, Nov. 23

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022

The Richter Scholars program is accepting a second round of proposals which will be due Wednesday, Nov. 23.

The Richter Scholars program 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.

The purpose of these funds is to support educational research opportunities that encourage the practices of independent thought leading to independent achievement and personal responsibility.

For the purpose of this program, research is defined as a knowledge-generating activity that is designed to provide new information on a topic, tool, or process, and that proceeds according to established and accepted research methods.

Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria here. 

*Faculty mentors: Please note that several important proposal elements and eligibility requirements have been recently updated. Please thoroughly read through all posted documentation as you work with your student mentee to prepare a proposal.

All submittals will be electronic and are due Wednesday, Nov. 23.

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

We want to honor your military service on Veterans Day

Monday, November 7th, 2022

Are you a military veteran who is also a George Fox student, alumnus or employee? We want to honor you on Veterans Day (Nov. 11) by sharing your story on our social media pages.

To participate, please send a photo from your time in the military to Jeremy Lloyd (jlloyd@georgefox.edu) and provide the following information:

  • Name
  • Rank and branch of the military
  • Dates/locations of service

In addition, please answer one of these questions:

  1. Why did you choose to serve?
  2. What moment stands out most from your time in the military?
  3. What was it like to transition back to civilian life?

Questions? Contact Jeremy Lloyd.

Take Thriving Quotient Survey to share feedback on Fox

Monday, November 7th, 2022

Use your voice to help shape the future of George Fox. Take the 2022 Thriving Quotient Survey today. The submission deadline is this Friday, Nov. 11.

This year, George Fox is participating in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities’ Thriving Campus Initiative. This means that the feedback you share will help us to gain a better understanding of the student experience at George Fox, both as a campus community and in relation to other Christian colleges and universities.

Our goal is to help leaders in student life, academic affairs, the registrar’s office and elsewhere make improvements to our campus community and student experience.

Please participate by completing the survey that corresponds with your academic status:

Earn a chance to win a $25 gift card when you submit your completed survey.

Come to an info meeting for spring break trips tonight in Hadlock

Monday, November 7th, 2022

University Recreation is hosting an info session tonight (Tuesday) at 8 p.m. at the Hadlock Student Center. Come learn about our two epic trips — the SoCal Scenic Route and the Rocky Mountain Adventure!

Students who attend will be entered in a drawing for $150 toward a spring break trip of their choice! There will also be snacks and swag available for those who attend. To RSVP, go here.

If you have any questions, please email Jasmin Fuentes at jfuentes19@georgefox.edu

MyGeorgeFox is moving to Single Sign On

Sunday, November 6th, 2022

Tomorrow (Tuesday), MyGeorgeFox will start using login.georgefox.edu, the university’s Single Sign On (SSO) system, for authentication.

This will bring MyGeorgeFox into the familiar login process used by other George Fox applications (e.g. Canvas, Zoom, Gmail). It also means if you are already logged in through SSO, you will be automatically logged in to MyGeorgeFox.

Please contact the Service Desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

‘The Wineskin’ wants to publish your work, art or writing

Sunday, November 6th, 2022

The Wineskin is George Fox’s literary arts magazine. We publish poetry, prose and artwork from the local community and beyond. We are still accepting work up until Friday, Nov. 11, and we would love to see a piece of writing or art from you!

You can find out more at thewineskin.com. Please email your submissions directly to gfuwineskin@gmail.com. The deadline is this Friday.

Market Research Survey: Security Cameras

Sunday, November 6th, 2022

We are a group of marketing research students who are curious to understand more about the residential security camera market. We appreciate you sharing your experiences and opinions specific to home security cameras.

You are encouraged to be open and honest with your responses as your answers will remain confidential. The survey should take no longer than five to 10 minutes to complete. Thank you!

Contact Karena Stephens at kstephens21@georgefox.edu if you have 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.

Swing by university’s galleries during First Friday Art Walk tonight

Thursday, November 3rd, 2022

The School of Communication and Design proudly presents two exhibitions in the Minthorne and Lindgren galleries for Newberg’s First Friday Art Walk tonight from 5 to 8 p.m.

In the Minthorne Gallery, we will be showing assistant professor Seth Van Der Eems’ installation “A Walled Garden.” The Lindgren Gallery is featuring portrait paintings by Portland-based artist Reed Clarke. Don’t miss these two locations during your walk around Newberg!

Contact Chandler Brutscher at cbrutscher@georgefox.edu for more information.

Hear Jazz Ensemble, award-winning trombonist on Nov. 12

Thursday, November 3rd, 2022

Hello from the university’s performing arts department! You are invited to our Evening of Jazz concert at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12, in Bauman Auditorium.

We will be hosting award-winning trombonist Joseph L. Jefferson with the George Fox University Jazz Ensemble, directed by Nathanael Ankeny. This concert is free, and no tickets are required.

Jefferson will also host a low brass workshop from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11, in Ross 208. All low brass players are welcome free (no admission required).

Feel free to contact Anna Medina at amedina20@georgefox.edu with any questions.

All invited to swing dance tomorrow night in the FoxHole

Thursday, November 3rd, 2022

Come join Swing Dance Club tomorrow (Saturday) in the FoxHole from 6:30 to 9 p.m.!

All students are welcome with no partner or prior experience necessary. All employees are welcome as long as you come with a partner or group.

The basic lesson starts at 6:30 p.m., where you’ll learn everything you need to know. The intermediate lesson follows at 7 p.m., when William and Nessie will be teaching closed position and triple step. The free dance is from 7:30 to 9 p.m., so you can dance the night away!

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

Survey: Home Security

Thursday, November 3rd, 2022

Hello! I am part of a team of marketing students looking to gather some data on home security. We would be so appreciative if you took 10 minutes of your day to fill out this short survey. Thank you!

If you have any questions, reach out to Lyla Roy at lroy21@georgefox.edu.

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.

Survey: Consumer Drones

Thursday, November 3rd, 2022

Do you currently own and use a consumer drone? If so, we would love to hear your thoughts on your experience. We are George Fox students, and are eager to find respondents for our Market Research class.

To help us gather data, we ask that you complete our quick 10-minute survey by Nov. 9.

The data collected will be used to help guide us on what functions are desirable, price points, and the competitive landscape for consumer drones. All responses will remain confidential and secure. We appreciate the trust and confidence you have in us by completing this survey.

Thank you!

If you have any questions, contact Katie Armstrong at karmstrong20@georgefox.edu.

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.

Help fund the dance team at our garage sale tomorrow

Thursday, November 3rd, 2022

The George Fox dance team is hosting a garage sale tomorrow (Saturday)!

Come find new treasures at low prices, all while supporting your Bruin dancers. The garage sale will be from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Newberg Church of Christ. We can’t wait to see you there!

If you have any questions, reach out to Katie Armstrong at karmstrong20@georgefox.edu.

Join us in Hadlock today for ‘Star Wars’-themed combat

Thursday, November 3rd, 2022

Today is the day!

The Comic Book Club and Fencing club are collaborating for a night of Star Wars-themed fun! We are meeting today (Friday) at 4 p.m. downstairs in Hadlock.

We will dive into the Star Wars universe and learn the seven forms of lightsaber dueling. You will then have a chance to show off the dueling skills you’ve learned. There will be trivia, games and snacks. Come join us and wear your Jedi gear! We can’t wait to see you there.

Fill out this form to RSVP. Costumes are recommended. Bring your own lightsaber if you have one (and extras to share if you are feeling generous). Loner lightsabers are provided while supplies last.

There will be free prizes and snacks for participants! If you have any questions, reach out to the club presidents, Aireen Celestino (Comic Book Club) and Mark Berglin (Fencing Club), at acelestino20@georgefox.edu and mberglin19@georgefox.edu, respectively.

Join psychology chapel this Tuesday in Hoover 103

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022

Want to learn more about psychology and faith integration? Stop by Hoover 103 from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8, to listen to Dave Cimbora speak on the topic of relationships in Christ’s image. All are welcome!

If you have any questions, reach out to Skylar Schwalb at sschwalb19@georgefox.edu.

Sell your outdoor gear at Hadlock’s ‘Gearage’ Sale

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022

Do you have recreation, fitness or sport gear that is collecting dust? Or are you hoping to make some changes or upgrades to your equipment?

Consider selling your items at the Hadlock “Gearage” Sale that starts next week! To sell equipment, simply fill out this form and we will contact you with details about dropping your items off.

The “Gearage” Sale runs Nov. 9-27 and is open anytime that Hadlock Student Center is open. If you have questions, please email AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.

Survey: Pregnancy and Parent Resources on Campus

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022

Juniors and seniors, if you are interested in filling out a survey on pregnancy and parenting resources in school, please take a couple minutes to give a group of business communications students some data for a school project. We are targeting all juniors and seniors, even those who are not currently a parent, for our data points. Here is a link to the survey.

Thank you for donating your time!

If you have any questions, reach out to Avery Kibby at akibby21@georgefox.edu.

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.

MyGeorgeFox is moving to Single Sign On system

Tuesday, November 1st, 2022

On Tuesday, Nov. 8, MyGeorgeFox will start using login.georgefox.edu, the university’s Single Sign On (SSO) system, for authentication.

This will bring MyGeorgeFox into the familiar login process used by other George Fox applications (e.g. Canvas, Zoom, Gmail). It also means if you are already logged in through SSO, you will be automatically logged in to MyGeorgeFox.

Please note that it also changes what happens when you logout of MyGeorgeFox. When you logout of MyGeorgeFox (or when your session times out) you will be shown a screen that provides two options for logging out and an explanation of each.

Please contact the Service Desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Set up direct deposit if you’re out of town this winter

Tuesday, November 1st, 2022

If you have been thinking about setting up direct deposit for your on-campus job, now is a great time to do so!

If you plan to travel for winter break please know that you will receive your paycheck in the same manner that you have set up; we cannot process checks early. If you want to ensure that you receive your paycheck while you’re out of town, setting up direct deposit will be necessary.

To do that, come by the HR Office (206 N. Meridian St.; #37 on the campus map) to fill out the paperwork. You cannot do it online. Email Kelly Peterson at kpeterson@georgefox.edu if you need help.