Certain trash bins on Newberg campus will be locked

Sunday, May 16th, 2021

With fewer people on campus, the university will be locking bins to reduce waste fees. The following locations’ trash bins will remain open:

  • Canyon Commons
  • Hiebert House
  • North Street Annex
  • Roberts Center
  • Stevens Center
  • Brandt Hall
  • Winters Apartments

Note: Roy Apartments, Willcuts and Woolman Apartments will remain open through May and then be locked.

The recycling bins that will stay open are located at:

  • Canyon Commons
  • North Street Annex
  • Roberts Center
  • Stevens Center
  • Thomas Center

If you have any questions or have a large number of items to be recycled, please contact the Plant Services office at ext. 2010. Thank you!

Spots still open in free rock-climbing class

Friday, May 14th, 2021

Campus Recreation is offering its School of Rock class this month, free of charge for George Fox students and employees! We have just opened up more spots for our 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. session. To register, go here.

School of Rock covers the basics of rock-climbing techniques, movements and skills. Looking to take your climbing knowledge to the next level? This course is perfect for you! Join our skilled and professionally certified instructors to learn more about how to climb better and how to refine your skills.

New to climbing? No problem! Have you been climbing for awhile? This course is also perfect for you! We will cover footwork, basic and intermediate movement techniques, handhold positioning, climbing terminology, body positioning, and much more! Want personalized coaching? This is also a great opportunity to get some of that.

This course has four sessions, one hour each night. Please plan to come for all of them, if possible.

Here are the dates:

  • Tuesday, May 18
  • Thursday, May 20
  • Tuesday, May 25
  • Thursday, May 27

Have any questions? Please reach out to Austin at ashirazi17@georgefox.edu.

Recent graduates are eligible to purchase a Hadlock summer membership

Wednesday, May 12th, 2021

Recent George Fox graduates are eligible to purchase a Hadlock Student Center membership for summer 2021. A membership is required to use the Hadlock Student Center facility, but no membership is needed in order to rent outdoor equipment during the summer. Summer memberships are $75 and valid through Aug. 25, 2021.

Students that are continuing for the fall semester will continue to maintain access to the Hadlock Student Center at no additional cost. Students do not need to be enrolled in summer classes to use the facility.

Summer hours will extend through Wednesday, Aug. 25. Summer hours are 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hadlock will be closed Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer, as well as Memorial Day.

If you are a student who has graduated and would like to set up a time to purchase a membership, please contact AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu. Spouses of recent graduates and spouses of current students are also eligible to purchase a membership.

Phase II open to students this week

Wednesday, May 12th, 2021

Phase II is open to all George Fox students who are working this summer only. (Phase II is not open to staff, employees or parents.) If you are interested, please stop by the Thomas Center this week (May 11-14) between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Check in at the Plant Services office when you arrive so that we can direct you to what is available. If there are six people in the custodial bay, you will be directed to wait outside the custodial bay (outside the building) for your turn.

As always, please leave the tables organized. This makes the experience of “shopping” easier for everyone. Questions can be directed to the Plant Services Office at ext. 2010.

Thank you!

Rent paddle boards and kayaks during the heat wave

Wednesday, May 12th, 2021

We are in the middle of a six-day heat wave! The Hadlock Student Center’s rental center is bustling with students and employees renting equipment! We wanted to remind you that Hadlock is closed Saturdays and Sundays.

However, if you are hoping to rent equipment for the weekend, you can reserve the equipment for the weekend and pick the items up on Friday before the weekend begins. The equipment must be returned between 6 a.m. and noon on Monday morning. Campus Recreation has a weekend rental rate that is very affordable for these types of rentals.

The Hadlock rental center has inflatable paddle boards, inflatable kayaks, and sit-on-top hard kayaks. Other popular summer items include cornhole, Spikeball, hammocks, tents, sleeping bags, and other camping supplies!

To make a reservation or see what we have available, please go here.

If you have questions, please contact Sarah Kotel at skotel15@georgefox.edu

Bruin Community Pantry announces summer food bank hours

Wednesday, May 12th, 2021

The Bruin Community Pantry food bank will be open during the following hours now through Aug. 27.

  • Mondays: 9 a.m. to noon; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
  • Tuesdays: 12:30 to 4 p.m.
  • Wednesdays: Noon to 5:30 p.m.
  • Thursdays: 1 to 4 p.m.
  • Fridays: 9 a.m. to noon; 4:30 to 6 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Check out the website for more information.

Copies of ‘The Student Collective’ still available

Tuesday, May 11th, 2021

Don’t forget to pick up your free copy of The Student Collective 2020-21 edition at the Information Desk in the Stevens Center while supplies last!

Phase II open to students only this week

Monday, May 10th, 2021

Phase II is open to all George Fox students who are working this summer only. (Phase II is not open to staff, employees or parents.) If you are interested, please stop by the Thomas Center this week (May 11-14) between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Check in at the Plant Services office when you arrive so that we can direct you to what is available. If there are six people in the custodial bay, you will be directed to wait outside the custodial bay (outside the building) for your turn.

As always, please leave the tables organized. This makes the experience of “shopping” easier for everyone. Questions can be directed to the Plant Services Office at ext. 2010.

Thank you!

Sign up for free rock-climbing class this month

Sunday, May 9th, 2021

Campus Recreation will offer its School of Rock class this month, free of charge for George Fox students and employees!

School of Rock covers the basics of rock-climbing techniques, movements and skills. Looking to take your climbing knowledge to the next level? This course is perfect for you! Join our skilled and professionally certified instructors to learn more about how to climb better and how to refine your skills.

New to climbing? No problem! Have you been climbing for awhile? This course is also perfect for you! We will cover footwork, basic and intermediate movement techniques, handhold positioning, climbing terminology, body positioning, and much more! Want personalized coaching? This is also a great opportunity to get some of that.

This course has four sessions, one hour each night. Please plan to come for all of them, if possible. Register by going here. Here are the dates (all classes meet from 6 to 7 p.m.):

  • Tuesday, May 18
  • Thursday, May 20
  • Tuesday, May 25
  • Thursday, May 27

Have any questions? Please reach out to Austin at ashirazi17@georgefox.edu.

Annual bicycle roundup starts today

Sunday, May 9th, 2021

Campus Public Safety will be conducting its annual bicycle roundup starting today (Monday). If you are staying on campus over the summer and plan to keep a bike here, please come to the Campus Public Safety office to get a sticker ID so that your bike will not be removed.

At the end of the spring semester, a university-wide bicycle cleanup is done. Bicycles that are illegally parked, unregistered or inoperable are impounded. Bicycle racks need to be cleared to do routine maintenance to the bicycle racks and surrounding areas.

Bicycles may not be stored on the campus during the summer semester. Bicycle claims can be made at the Campus Public Safety office.

Students using their bikes during the summer must move their bikes to the nearest rack of their summer housing.

Bicycles that are not picked up from the impound lot within 60 days will be forwarded to the local charities at the discretion of the Campus Public Safety office. Junk bicycles will be recycled.

Questions? Contact Elrike Shaw at eshaw@georgefox.edu.

Bruin Community Pantry announces summer food bank hours

Thursday, May 6th, 2021

The Bruin Community Pantry food bank will be open during the following hours starting Monday, May 10, through Aug. 27.

  • Mondays: 9 a.m. to noon; 4 to 5:30 p.m.
  • Tuesdays: 12:30 to 4 p.m.
  • Wednesdays: Noon to 5:30 p.m.
  • Thursdays: 1 to 4 p.m.
  • Fridays: 9 a.m. to noon; 4:30 to 6 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Check out the website for more information.

Tell high schoolers about this summer’s Maker Camp

Thursday, May 6th, 2021

The George Fox College of Engineering invites high school students ages 16  to 18 to join us for our inaugural high school Maker Camp July 12-16!

If you know a high school student who loves hands-on projects, figuring out how things work, and exploring the latest technologies in making, send them this link to register for Maker Camp 2021.

Participants will expand their skills with 3-D modeling and printing, automation, computer programming and design as they work alongside George Fox engineering students and faculty to create their own custom engineering devices, utilize industry tools and equipment, and make new friends.

We will take time each day to engage in spiritual reflection, build relationships, and enjoy the beautiful George Fox campus. Maker Camp participants will hear from industry professionals about ways engineering intersects with their walk with Christ and why, as a Christian, they love being in the field of engineering.

Contact Tamara Wytsma (twytsma@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Swing by art sale this evening

Thursday, May 6th, 2021

Come support artists from the George Fox community at the First Friday pop-up art sale today (Friday) from 5 to 8 p.m. on the porch at 700 E. Sheridan St.

The university’s own Jillian Sokso, Tim Timmerman and Jennifer Loop will be among those showcasing their work. There will be stickers, prints, works on paper, paintings, ceramics and more from several artists. Please stop by and shop some local art!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jillian Sokso at jsokso@georgefox.edu.

Check out PT’s free classes during Health and Wellness Week

Wednesday, May 5th, 2021

The College of Physical Therapy will host its fourth annual Health and Wellness Week from Monday through Wednesday, May 17-19, at the new Medical Sciences Building.

Three free classes will be offered, with all scheduled from 6 to 7 p.m.:

  • Nutrition: Monday, May 17
  • Spine Care: Tuesday, May 18
  • Exercise: Wednesday, May 19

Click here for more information about each class and to register.

Questions? Contact Jason Brumitt (jbrumitt@georgefox.edu).

Water and gas has been shut off in specific buildings

Tuesday, May 4th, 2021

If you’ve walked by Klages and Pennington, you’ve probably noticed the marked-off area in the grass. Plant Services discovered broken underground lines on Friday, before commencement. Now that our guests have left the campus, Plant Services is resolving the issue.

Until the service is restored, the following buildings have disruption:

  • Water off: Hoover and Pennington
  • Gas off: Brougher, EHS, Hoover, Lemmons, Minthorn, North Street Annex, Ross/Bauman and Wood-Mar

Thank you for your patience as we work to restore service. Contact Dixie Downey (ddowney@georgefox.edu) with questions.

Rock-climbing class offered for free this month

Tuesday, May 4th, 2021

Campus Recreation will offer its School of Rock class this month, free of charge for George Fox students and employees!

School of Rock covers the basics of rock-climbing techniques, movements and skills. Looking to take your climbing knowledge to the next level? This course is perfect for you! Join our skilled and professionally certified instructors to learn more about how to climb better and how to refine your skills.

New to climbing? No problem! Have you been climbing for awhile? This course is also perfect for you! We will cover footwork, basic and intermediate movement techniques, handhold positioning, climbing terminology, body positioning, and much more! Want personalized coaching? This is also a great opportunity to get some of that.

This course has four sessions, one hour each night. Please plan to come for all of them, if possible. Register by going here. Here are the dates (all classes meet from 6 to 7 p.m.):

  • Tuesday, May 18
  • Thursday, May 20
  • Tuesday, May 25
  • Thursday, May 27

Have any questions? Please reach out to Austin at ashirazi17@georgefox.edu.

Be mindful of bike policy over the summer months

Tuesday, May 4th, 2021

Campus Public Safety will be conducting its annual bicycle roundup starting Monday, May 10. If you are staying on campus over the summer and plan to keep a bike here, please come to the Campus Public Safety office to get a sticker ID so that your bike will not be removed.

At the end of the spring semester, a university-wide bicycle cleanup is done. Bicycles that are illegally parked, unregistered or inoperable are impounded. Bicycle racks need to be cleared to do routine maintenance to the bicycle racks and surrounding areas.

Bicycles may not be stored on the campus during the summer semester. Bicycle claims can be made at the Campus Public Safety office.

Students using their bikes during the summer must move their bikes to the nearest rack of their summer housing.

Bicycles that are not picked up from the impound lot within 60 days will be forwarded to the local charities at the discretion of the Campus Public Safety office. Junk bicycles will be recycled.

Questions? Contact Elrike Shaw at eshaw@georgefox.edu.

Please do not park in Friendsview’s gravel lot

Tuesday, May 4th, 2021

To all students and employees: It has been requested by our neighbors at Friendsview that you do not park in their small gravel lot across from Duke. They barely have room for their own staff. That lot is for Friendsview employees only.

Please park in the university lots provided for your use. We thank you, and so does Friendsview.

Check out art sale this Friday

Monday, May 3rd, 2021

Come support artists from the George Fox community at the First Friday pop-up art sale this Friday, May 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. on the porch at 700 E. Sheridan St.

The university’s own Jillian Sokso, Tim Timmerman and Jennifer Loop will be among those showcasing their work. There will be stickers, prints, works on paper, paintings, ceramics and more from several artists. Please stop by and shop some local art!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jillian Sokso at jsokso@georgefox.edu.

County sponsors vaccination events May 6 & 13

Monday, May 3rd, 2021

Yamhill County Public Health is sponsoring two COVID-19 vaccination events. Please click on the link for registration instructions.