Updated information regarding sexual misconduct brochure

Thursday, August 29th, 2019

Please be sure to review the brochure titled “Important information regarding sexual misconduct.”

The brochure link included in yesterday’s announcement has been fixed. Click here for the updated link. You can download the brochure to your mobile device. See the sexual misconduct web page for more information.

If you have any questions, contact the Office of Student Life at studentlife@georgefox.edu.

Information regarding sexual misconduct

Wednesday, August 28th, 2019

Please be sure to review the brochure titled “Important information regarding sexual misconduct.”

The brochure can be found here. You can download the brochure to your mobile device. See the sexual misconduct web page for more information.

If you have any questions, contact the Office of Student Life at studentlife@georgefox.edu.

Come to Contemplative Worship this morning

Wednesday, August 28th, 2019

Join Paul Anderson, along with students Allison Puls and Abby Campbell, in Contemplative Worship on Thursdays from 10:50 to 11:30 a.m. in Hoover 250. Chapel elective credit is available, and all are welcome.

Questions? Contact at Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu.

Learn to swing dance this Saturday

Wednesday, August 28th, 2019

Do you love dancing? Come join the Swing Dance Club this Saturday, Aug. 31, in the Foxhole.

Everything is free, fun, and festive! Beginner lessons start at 6:30 p.m., followed by the intermediate dance at 7 p.m., and open dance at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to join us.

Questions? Contact Andrea Alsager at aalsager17@georgefox.edu.

¿Hablas español? Join Tertulia

Wednesday, August 28th, 2019

Do you speak Spanish? Want to brush up or maintain your conversational skills?

Join Spanish professors David Martínez and Debbie Berhó at noon in Canyon Commons for a tertulia – animated discussion of a topic over food – on Mondays and Wednesdays. All members of the George Fox community are welcome. Look for the Tertulia sign and ¡únete a nosotros!

Questions? Contact Debbie Berho at dberho@georgefox.edu.

Join Volleyball Club this Friday

Wednesday, August 28th, 2019

Hello and welcome to another year of Volleyball Club! All undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty looking to learn, compete and have fun are welcome to play, regardless of skill level.

Volleyball Club is an awesome place to start finding teammates for intramurals and the sand volleyball tournament coming up in September. Volleyball Club currently runs from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday nights in the Hadlock Student Center starting this Friday, Aug. 30.

For news and updates, make sure to join and follow our Facebook and Instagram. If you have any further questions, contact Wesley Wooden at wwooden16@georgefox.edu.

Don’t forget to sign up for Group Fitness classes

Tuesday, August 27th, 2019

Group Fitness classes begin this week in Hadlock, and we’ve got some great new classes for students and employees to help you meet your fitness goals this semester.

Go to IM Leagues to see the full list of classes, from Yoga to Indoor Cycling to Kickboxing and more. 

Questions? Email the Group Fitness coordinator, Kiana Rasubala, at groupfitness@georgefox.edu.

Information about parking tickets

Tuesday, August 27th, 2019

The Department of Campus Public Safety would like to give you some important information that will save you money.

As the new school year starts, we understand some of you are trying to figure out the parking situation. We are extending a grace period through the week. 

Only warning tickets are being given out this week. If you get one, come to the Campus Public Safety office so we can help you out with questions or concerns.

Starting next Monday, Sept. 2, we will begin issuing real citations for parking violations. Please speak with our officers if you have parking or campus safety concerns.

Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and we have officers on duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Contact us at campussafety@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Information about FoxHole reservation

Tuesday, August 27th, 2019

The Office of Commuter Life manages all reservations for the FoxHole lounge. This is a highly utilized space, so creating a reservation helps us provide the best customer service. Please use this form to reserve this space.

When reserving, keep in mind that the kitchen is not stocked. You will need to bring all supplies for your event, including paper products. Please be sure to clean the kitchen after using it. Additionally, all coffee and food supplies in the FoxHole are purchased by Commuter Life for commuter events. 

If you have questions, ask Kristi Welker, director of Commuter Life, at kwelker@georgefox.edu or call extension 2308.

Join fall intramural teams now

Tuesday, August 27th, 2019

Fall intramurals kick off next week and we hope you will consider participating. There is something for everyone!

Our first four sports are flag football, volleyball, doubles tennis and spikeball. Registration is open now for all four sports and can be found on IMLeagues.com. Registration closes Saturday, Aug. 31

Questions? Contact us at intramurals@georgefox.edu.

Volunteers needed to help at home football games

Monday, August 26th, 2019

When the Bruins play at home, you can count on a packed stadium. It takes a village to make our football games the success they are. We are looking for volunteers to join in the fun of serving our Bruin football fans!

All volunteers for the Bruin Brigade will receive lunch prior to each game they volunteer, free entry into the game at halftime, and a T-shirt. Volunteers arrive two hours prior to kickoff and will be free to go during halftime. We are asking for a three-or-more game commitment. 

Here is the 2019 football schedule:

  • Saturday, Sept. 7, vs. Redlands University, Noon
  • Saturday, Sept. 21, vs. Pomona-Pitzer (Homecoming), 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, Oct 12, vs. Pacific Lutheran, (Hall of Fame) 1 p.m.
  • Saturday, Oct. 26, vs. Pacific University (Family Weekend), 1 p.m.
  • Saturday, Nov. 9, vs. Lewis and Clark University, 1 p.m.

If you’re interested, please email Mindy Mickelson at mmickelson@georgefox.edu with the games you are available for and your T-shirt size. 

Go Bruins!

Volunteers needed for first aid tent at football games

Monday, August 26th, 2019

Volunteers are needed to assist at the first aid tent at this year’s home football games. You will need a valid Certified First Aid card.

Home games are scheduled Sept. 7, Sept. 21, Oct. 12, Oct. 26 and Nov. 9. Volunteers will need to stay for the whole game. If interested, please email Mark Stone at mstone@georgefox.edu.

Be sure to see exhibits now up in campus galleries

Monday, August 26th, 2019

Be sure to visit the university’s two art galleries now that a new academic year has begun.

In the Lindgren Gallery, the current exhibition is a collection of paintings by Brazilian native Milla Oliveira, a Eugene-based artist who works as a painter and educator. The exhibit is unique in its use of color.

Oliveira’s works will be on display through Oct. 11. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Meanwhile, in the Minthorne Gallery, an exhibit featuring a collection of art pieces by current George Fox faculty members is on display. It will remain up through Sept. 12.

Contact Jennifer Salzman (jsalzman@georgefox.edu) for more information on the exhibits.

Hadlock climbing wall updates

Monday, August 26th, 2019

The climbing wall in the Hadlock Student Center is officially open for the year!

Bouldering is available anytime the Student Center is open, and roped hours are Monday through Friday from 7 to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. All climbers will need to update certifications for the new academic year.

For bouldering, you’ll need to complete the new gym orientation process prior to using the facility. This will include watching this Climbing Wall Orientation video and taking a short assessment before being cleared to climb. Bouldering certifications from the previous year will be honored through Sept. 1.

If you’re looking to use the ropes, please check in with the climbing wall staff during designated hours for a belay assessment, or sign up for a Belay Fundamentals class through IMLeagues.com if you’ve never climbed before.

We’re excited to see you come in and try all the new routes! Questions? Email studentcenter@georgefox.edu.

Tennis lessons offered at discount rate this fall

Monday, August 26th, 2019

Looking to improve your tennis game? Check out the adult and junior clinics being offered at the university’s new indoor courts at 1101 E. Crestview Dr. at the Austin Sports Complex.

Instructor Jeff Cero, the men’s head tennis coach, will host two-hour adult sessions on weekday evenings (7-9 p.m.) and on Saturdays through the fall for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced-level players.

Full information is on our brand new website at georgefoxtenniscenter.com

The cost is $15 per class to current students and staff, a 40 percent discount from the original price. The discount is only available to direct students and staff, and not family members, friends, etc. The regular price is $25 per class.

Contact Jeff at jcero@georgefox.edu with questions or if you would like to register!

Mail Services open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. this week

Sunday, August 25th, 2019

Mail Services will have special operating hours all this week. We will be open between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

If you have any questions, please contact Richard Silver at rsilver@georgefox.edu.

Group Fitness classes begin this week in Hadlock

Sunday, August 25th, 2019

Group Fitness classes begin this week in Hadlock, and we’ve got some great new classes for students and employees to help you meet your fitness goals this semester.

Go to IM Leagues to see the full list of classes, from Yoga to Indoor Cycling to Kickboxing and more. 

Questions? Email the Group Fitness coordinator, Kiana Rasubala, at groupfitness@georgefox.edu.

New exhibit on student life on display in Canyon Commons

Sunday, August 25th, 2019

There is a new exhibit in the Canyon Commons’ museum cases on student life. In addition, in the museum’s cases in the Stevens lobby, there is an exhibit on “Remembering Our Quaker Heritage (1891-1921).”

If you have any questions about the exhibits or would like to see anything from our collection, please feel free to contact Caitlin Corning (ccorning@georgefox.edu or museum@georgefox.edu).

Mail Services open for package pick-up today

Friday, August 23rd, 2019

Mail Services will be open today (Saturday) between the hours of 1 and 4:30 p.m. to allow you to come pick up your packages. No outgoing packages will be accepted.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Silver at rsilver@georgefox.edu.

Swing by HR office today for student employment info and to complete paperwork

Thursday, August 22nd, 2019

Are you interested in learning more about student employment here at George Fox? Come by the HR office today (Friday) between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., grab a sno-cone, and have your questions answered about student positions on campus. We are located at 214 N. Meridian St.

If you are a student who has a student employment position this fall for the first time, you’ll need to complete your HR paperwork before you start work. Please come by the HR office to complete your paperwork. Bring two forms of government-issued ID and a document from your bank if you’d like to request direct deposit.Â