Monday, November 22nd, 2021
Did you know George Fox University has a YouTube channel? New content is uploaded every week.
Watch students share their experiences at George Fox University through “Life@Fox” or “Flippin’ Thru My Phone” videos. You can also learn more about programs from our “Fox Fast Facts” series, including our undergraduate, graduate, ADP and digital offerings.
Please subscribe here to stay up-to-date!
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
Want help with a paper? Looking for support on how to stay organized and study for tests as finals get closer?
If so, come book an appointment with the Portland Writing Center (PWC) and finish the semester strong. Be sure to schedule early, because appointments fill up fast this time of year.
Questions? Contact Hannah Jackson (hjackson@georgefox.edu) or visit our website.
For study tips, follow us on Instagram at gfupwc.
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
The Murdock Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 24, and will remain closed until 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28. The 24-hour space will remain open.
Questions? Contact Mary Cameron at mcameron@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
Join us remotely or in-person at the Wheeler eSports arena for University Recreation’s first eSports event: Super Smash Bros!
If you’re interested, sign up here. To play from home, you will need a Nintendo device. The tournament will take place from 8 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3.
Email Angel Glockling (aglockling@georgefox.edu) with any questions you have.
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
Sign up with a partner through IMLeagues for our upcoming cornhole tournament! The event will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4.
First-place winners will receive an intramural champion shirt, mask, and a place on our intramural champions wall!
Please contact Emiline Bova (ebova19@georgefox.edu) with any questions you have.
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Sunday, November 21st, 2021
The holiday season is upon us, and the shopping has begun. Please be aware that the time to ship packages may take a little longer than usual due to various circumstances.
Plan ahead so you are not caught spending high shipping prices trying to get a package to a loved one before Christmas. Below are the recommended dates from USPS for packages to arrive before Christmas.
Holiday Shipping Dates for Contiguous U.S. (lower 48 states)
- USPS Ground: Dec. 15
- USPS First Class Mail: Dec. 17
- USPS Priority: Dec. 18
Holiday Shipping Dates for Alaska and Hawaii
- USPS Ground: Dec. 2
- USPS First Class Mail: Dec. 17
- USPS Priority: Dec. 18
You can follow this link for more shipping information. If you have additional questions, please contact Richard Silver at rsilver@georgefox.edu.
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Sunday, November 21st, 2021
Please note that the Hadlock Student Center will be closed starting from 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 24, until 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28, at which time we will reopen for normal hours of operation.
Related group exercise programs, intramural sports, and other reoccurring events will not be occurring during this time. Contact AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Sunday, November 21st, 2021
The Bruin Community Pantry will be closed from Wednesday, Nov. 24, through Friday, Nov. 26. The food bank will reopen on Monday, Nov. 29.
Questions? Contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.
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Friday, November 19th, 2021
University Recreation is offering several upcoming opportunities to learn how to rock climb and enhance your rock-climbing skills and abilities. All students and employees of George Fox are welcome and invited to participate in these upcoming workshops and courses.
School of Rock
Free opportunity to learn more about rock-climbing skills and techniques
- Sunday, Nov. 21, 2 p.m. (Footwork)
- Sunday, Dec. 5, 2 p.m. (Handholds and Hand Positions)
- Sunday, Dec. 12, 2 p.m. (Advanced Body Positions & Movements)
Top Rope Climbing / Belay
Free daily 7 to 8 p.m. classes on how to top rope climb and belay others
Climbing Wall Instructor Course
Professional certification ideal for anyone who enjoys teaching climbing
Have questions on any of these experiences? Please contact AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, November 18th, 2021
Did you know that George Fox art and design students gather every Monday at the Chehalem Cultural Center (415 E. Sheridan St.) to hear from a visiting graphic designer, interior designer, illustrator or studio artist?
You too can be a part of the fun! Lectures are free and open to the community. Talks begin at 6 p.m. and conclude at 7 p.m. See the Art Talk Programming website for a list of artists, and follow @gfuartanddesign on Instagram.
For more information, contact Adam Long at along@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, November 18th, 2021
The Stewards of Sustainability Club is hosting weekly meetings to organize an event in support of #TeamSeas, an ocean cleanup fundraising campaign.
The meetings will take place from 2 to 3 p.m. Fridays in Lemmons 15, with a meeting scheduled for today. We encourage you to join the effort to remove 30 million pounds of trash from coastal regions, rivers and oceans.
For more information about #TeamSeas, watch Mark Rober’s video here. For more information about the club, contact Sydney Schroeder at sschroeder18@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, November 18th, 2021
As the Advent season begins, the Office for Spiritual Life would like to share with you this year’s Advent Devotional, featuring reflections and art from members of our George Fox community.
Questions? Contact Sarah Cuevas at scuevas@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, November 18th, 2021
Inconceivable! Critical Hit is having a movie night! Join us tomorrow (Saturday) at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105 to watch the classic fantasy movie The Princess Bride. Free snacks will be provided.
Questions? Contact Ava Olson at aolson21@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, November 18th, 2021
Have you been wanting to learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons but never had the chance? Well, now you can!
In this week’s session on how to play D&D, we are teaching Spellcasting and Magical items! You will learn how to cast spells, how magical items work, which spells are the best to destroy your foes, and more! All you need to bring is a pencil and your creative mind!
Join us tonight (Friday) at 6 p.m. in Hoover 211 and learn how to defeat your enemies with the power of magic!
Questions? Contact Ava Olson at aolson21@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, November 18th, 2021
The University Jazz Ensemble and Faculty Jazz Quintet take the stage in Bauman Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. tonight (Friday). Admission is free, and all are welcome.
Masks are required. Can’t make it in person? You can also watch the livestream here.
Questions? Contact Nathanael Ankeny at nankeny@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, November 18th, 2021
The autism awareness group is organizing an event at the football stadium for the Sunday after Thanksgiving (Nov. 28). The event will include a run around the track, listening to speakers, passing out fidgets, and more to raise money for Autism Awareness. We will meet from 1 to 4 p.m.
We hope to see you there!
Questions? Contact Gavin Schippers at gschippers20@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, November 18th, 2021
The Bruin Community Pantry will be closed from Wednesday, Nov. 24, through Friday, Nov. 26. The food bank will reopen on Monday, Nov. 29.
Questions? Contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, November 18th, 2021
The Murdock Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 24, and will also be closed Nov. 25-27, reopening at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28. The 24-hour space will remain open during the holiday break.
Questions? Contact Mary Cameron at mcameron@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, November 18th, 2021
Today (Friday) is Friday @ Fox, so please be mindful of our guests and avoid parking in the Stevens lot in order to provide them with plenty of spaces to park.
If you have questions, contact Lauren Hill (hilll@georgefox.edu) in the undergraduate admissions office.
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Wednesday, November 17th, 2021
As we look ahead to Thanksgiving, the human resources office would like to share moments of gratitude with our community. Join us and let us know what you are thankful for here!
Your thoughts will be shared in slide-show and email form throughout next week leading up to Thanksgiving. Questions? Email HR at hr@georgefox.edu.
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