The city of Newberg will be changing out the water meter associated with the Murdock Library today (Thursday). The water will be off from 12:30 to 5 p.m.
When the water is first restored, it may look cloudy. The line should clear if you continue to run the water.
If you have any questions, please contact Plant Services at plantservices@georgefox.edu. Thank you!
Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are available at the Health and Counseling Center tomorrow (Friday) between 9 a.m. and noon, and from 1 to 4 p.m. Please call 503-554-2340 to schedule an appointment.
Get your swing shoes on and come join the Swing Dance Club’s special Electro Swing Night this Saturday, Jan. 29, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the FoxHole!
Have you wanted to try out swing dance, but prefer fast electronic dance music? You’ll be pleased to hear these musical genres combine to form an energetic new style called “electro swing.” Put on your most colorful clothing and get ready to dance the night away to this fresh new sound!
Dancers of all skill levels welcome! If you have any questions, email Mark Berglin at mberglin19@georgefox.edu.
Second-year physical therapy students invite you to be a part of a learning experience that will advance physical therapy students’ knowledge and skills. We are seeking volunteers for a lab screening session scheduled between 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. on Monday, March 7, in the Medical Science Building.
Participation will include:
A half hour or one hour of your time is greatly appreciated by the students and offers a welcome opportunity for them to get to know you and serve their community.
If you would like to participate or have any questions, please contact Rebecca Dobler at rdobler@georgefox.edu.
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions will be hosting Scholarship Summit on campus this Friday, Jan. 28. With 600-plus 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.
Wednesday, Feb. 2, marks National Girls and Women in Sports Day, and we would love to extend an invitation to all girls teams (youth and high school levels) to join us at our women’s basketball game that night at 6 p.m. as we take on the Linfield Wildcats.
We will be inviting youth teams onto the court during halftime, where they will be honored as our next generation of female athletes by our current collegiate athletes. We are excited to take this opportunity to recognize these girls for all their hard work and inspire them to keep pursuing their passions in sports!
If you are interested in attending, please email nknipe20@georgefox.edu with an estimated headcount and your team name. This will ensure free admission. We encourage the girls to wear their jerseys so that we can easily identify teams as they arrive.
Questions? Contact Elise Trask at etrask@georgefox.edu.
The period for textbook refunds closes tomorrow (Thursday) at the Bruin Store’s closing time of 5 p.m. In semesters past the refund date was two days after the drop deadline; this year we are extending it for extenuating circumstances.
Contact Laura King at 1478mgr@follet.com with any questions.
If you have experience with horses and miss cleaning stalls, grooming, and general barn clean-up, attend an information meeting to find out how to volunteer with Hoof Prints in the Sand Horse Rescue.
If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please email Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.
Silver Falls State Park, often regarded as the “crown jewel” of all Oregon State Parks, is the largest state park in all of Oregon and has more than 10 different waterfalls.
Join University Recreation’s OREC outing on Sunday, Jan. 30, to explore the trails at Silver Falls and to take some amazing photos of spectacular waterfalls. The hiking on this trip will be moderate, but not difficult. This trip is open to all George Fox students, and no prior outdoor or hiking experience is necessary.
Questions? Contact AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.
The city of Newberg will be changing out the water meter associated with Murdock Library tomorrow (Thursday). The water will be off from 12:30 to 5 p.m.
When the water is first restored, it may look cloudy. The line should clear if you continue to run the water.
If you have any questions, please contact Plant Services at plantservices@georgefox.edu. Thank you!
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) is a total body conditioning exercise that involves both strength and cardio. Each week, different major muscle groups are targeted through a variety of exercises. From beginners to fitness fanatics, this class will meet you where you’re at and push you to go further.
HIIT class meets on Thursdays at 8 a.m. in the Hadlock Student Center. Sign up through IMLeagues.
Please email Angel Glockling (aglockling@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
Interested in learning how to exercise better? Join swim coach Jason Hunter for a functional training class that focuses on developing strength and mobility through bodyweight exercises.
Whether you’re looking to learn effective movements for strength training with minimal equipment, or hoping to shift these techniques to the weight room, this class will help ensure you’re practicing the classic movements safely.
Functional Training happens every Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Hadlock Student Center. Sign up on IMLeagues.
Please email Angel Glockling (aglockling@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
George Fox University Theatre is pleased to announce that its production of Godspell: 2012 Revised Version opens Thursday, Jan. 27.
Performances in Wood-Mar Auditorium are scheduled as follows:
You can purchase tickets here or by calling the performing arts box office at 503-554-2670.
All patrons must be masked – there are no exceptions. Our ticketing system will automatically place one empty seat on either side of your ticket purchase to create extra space between you and the patrons next to you. Please choose the gray seats to seat your entire party together with no spaces between you. The system will add the gray/COVID seat after your purchase is complete. We encourage all patrons to be vaccinated to help protect our actors and fellow audience members from COVID-19.
Students may acquire free tickets for Thursday night performances. George Fox faculty and staff are entitled to one free ticket for the run of the show. Both options may be selected when you purchase or select your tickets in our online ticketing system. Please use your George Fox email address when ordering.
For details or assistance, email Kathy Harris at kharris@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2670.
“During spring break in March 2013, our 23-year-old daughter, Mary Owen, a George Fox student and outdoor adventurer, went missing.”
The George Fox Library is pleased to host Shelli and Bruce Owen for a “Fox at the Fireside” presentation about their book, Mountain Rescue, at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 4, at in the Murdock Library.
Shelli and Bruce will share their story, including the true events they wrote about in their book, and the process of writing the book itself. This will be a casual conversation in the library’s fireplace commons.
Learn more about the event and the Owens’ book here.
Questions? Contact Kate Wimer at kwimer@georgefox.edu.
We are offering a barre class this semester!
Barre class is a workout that blends elements from different exercise styles including ballet, pilates and yoga. Our barre classes are open to first-timers, and your instructor will use hands-on guidance to help you get used to moving your body in new ways.
This class is taught by Grace Ammon and takes place in the Hadlock Student Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 p.m. If you would like to join, sign up on IMLeagues.
Please email Angel Glockling (aglockling@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
Join us this afternoon between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. for the Stewards of Sustainability Club’s first meeting of the semester! We’ll gather in Lemmons 15.
We will be deciding what activities our members want to focus on this semester. Some possibilities include litter clean-ups, learning the importance of purchasing local items, learning garden basics, and making natural cleaning products.
Students and employees are welcome to attend, so join us! We would love to hear more unique ideas that would interest the George Fox community.
Contact Sydney Schroeder at sschroeder18@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Circuit training uses circuits, games and intervals to build strength and endurance. It’s taught by Jennifer McCue and is offered on Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the Hadlock Student Center.
Equipment will be provided. Bring a smile and get ready to discover how strong you truly are! Sign up on IMLeagues.
Please email Angel Glockling (aglockling@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
The Wineskin is accepting submissions! The theme for this semester is “commonplace,†so send us your best poems, stories, essays, and artwork in that stream of thought; we welcome thematic interpretation.
The editors are open to a wide range of styles and subject matter, but we are particularly looking for work that pushes boundaries and surprises us with its artistic approach and perspective of the world.
All are welcome to submit, including employees and those who are not members of the George Fox community!
Submission Guidelines:
Questions? Contact Jaime Miller at jmiller18@georgefox.edu.
Morning yoga is taught by Amelia Wentz and happens every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 a.m. in the Hadlock Fitness Studio.
Start your day by prioritizing your personal wellness through a Hatha/Vinyasa blend, with a focus on warming up and working the core and body. Equipment is provided.
Sign up on IMLeagues. Please email Angel Glockling (aglockling@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
According to recent studies, college student counseling requests have increased by over 30% – and more than 70% of college students have experienced increased stress and anxiety due to COVID-19.Â
The Health and Counseling Center offers free counseling to all Newberg students, and the beginning of the semester is a great time to start counseling because we have the greatest availability. Whether for anxiety, depression, relationship issues or other mental health needs, our short-term model helps more than 350 students each year.Â
Call us today if we can be of service. You can reach us at 503-554-2340.
