Come see special ‘Saint John’s Bible’ presentation tomorrow night

Sunday, December 1st, 2019

The university community is invited to a special presentation on the illuminative artwork of The Saint John’s Bible tomorrow night (Tuesday) in Hoover 105.

Faculty members Paul Anderson and Lisa Cleath will present “From Creation to the Incarnation: Celebrating the Christian Story with The Saint John’s Bible” from 7 to 8:30 p.m. It will be followed by a “Turning of the Pages” session of Vol. 1, Pentateuch, and Vol. 6, Jesus and the Gospels. All are welcome!

Questions? Contact Paul at panderso@georgefox.edu.

Gather for Christmas tree lighting tomorrow

Sunday, December 1st, 2019

Please join us for the annual Christmas tree lighting tomorrow (Tuesday) from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. There will be carols, cookies and hot cocoa in the Stevens Atrium. The lighting of the tree will take place in Pennington Plaza.

Questions? Contact Michelle Dawson at mdawson@georgefox.edu.

Join exercise study

Sunday, December 1st, 2019

Students, staff and faculty who are not currently performing weight training exercises are wanted for a study. Subjects are needed for a blood flow restriction exercise study. 

Participants will be allocated to either a BFR and exercise group or to an exercise alone group. Participants will be asked to exercise two times a week for about 20 minutes each for eight weeks. Those who complete the study will get $20 and a pizza party. 

If you have questions or if you would like to enroll, contact Jason Brumitt at jbrumitt@georgefox.edu.

Support your Bruins at women’s basketball game tomorrow

Sunday, December 1st, 2019

Check out this week’s George Fox athletics home game:

  • Women’s basketball vs. Multnomah University Tuesday, Dec. 3, 6 p.m., Wheeler Sports Center

Questions? Visit the athletics website.

Consider taking your bike home for the break

Tuesday, November 26th, 2019

Do you have a bike on campus? If you are not using your bike, please consider taking it home this week and bringing it back over spring break when the weather improves.

If that is not a possibility, then please remove your bike from the outside bike racks and keep it in your dorm or apartment during the break so that it isn’t a temptation to thieves. Always keep your bike locked up, preferably with a U-lock.

Questions? Call 503-554-2090 or email Elrike Shaw at eshaw@georgefox.edu.

Plan to attend Christmas tree lighting on Dec. 3

Monday, November 25th, 2019

Please join us for the annual Christmas tree lighting on Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. There will be carols, cookies and hot cocoa in the Stevens Center atrium. The lighting of the tree will take place in Pennington Plaza.

Questions? Contact Michelle Dawson at mdawson@georgefox.edu.

Bruin cafes will close early tomorrow

Monday, November 25th, 2019

The Bruin Den, Bruin Bites and Bridge Cafe will all be closing at 1:30 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday), and will be closed Thursday and Friday as well.

They will reopen on Monday, Dec. 2, with regular hours of operation. Questions? Contact Lisa Miles at lmiles@georgefox.edu.

Bon Appetit announces Thanksgiving weekend hours

Monday, November 25th, 2019

Canyon Commons’ hours of operation will change for Thanksgiving weekend. They are as follows:

  • Wednesday, Dec. 27 – Lunch 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.; Dinner 4:30-5:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, Dec. 28 – Brunch 10:30-11 a.m.; Dinner 4-4:30 p.m.
  • Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29 and 30 – Brunch 10:30-11 a.m.; Dinner 5-5:45 p.m.
  • Sunday, Dec. 1 – Brunch 10:30-11 a.m.; Dinner 5-7 p.m.

Regular hours of operation will resume on Monday, Dec. 2. Questions? Contact Lisa Miles at lmiles@georgefox.edu.

Register for upcoming scholarship workshop

Monday, November 25th, 2019

Register for the upcoming scholarship resource center workshop for undergraduate and graduate students! Gather in Hoover 105 on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, Dec. 2, 3, or 4, for scholarship essay information and a chance to win an awesome raffle prize.

Click here for more information and to register. Contact Jordan Nelson at scholarships@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2297 with questions.

Hadlock closed for Thanksgiving

Monday, November 25th, 2019

Please take note of the Hadlock Student Center hours for the Thanksgiving holiday:

  • Open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27
  • Closed Thursday, Nov. 28, through Sunday, Dec. 1

Questions? Contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu.

Survey: Academics at George Fox

Monday, November 25th, 2019

Take this quick, nine-question survey on academics at George Fox to be entered to win a Chapters gift card! Questions? Contact Hannah Peterson at hpeterson17@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: Incarceration and rehabilitation

Monday, November 25th, 2019

A social change class is conducting a survey of people’s thoughts on incarceration and rehabilitation for a class project. All responses will be anonymous. Take the survey here.

Questions? Contact Krista Mulkey at kmulkey18@georgefox.edu.

Sign spring semester parking waiver form

Sunday, November 24th, 2019

Graduate students and commuters who are not bringing a vehicle to campus for the spring semester must sign the parking waiver form by the add/drop date of Thursday, Jan. 26, in order to have their permit fee waived. The parking waiver form is available on our website.

Questions? Call Campus Public Safety at 503-554-2090 or email Elrike Shaw at eshaw@georgefox.edu.

RSVP for ‘Poverty, Inc.’ screening

Thursday, November 21st, 2019

On Monday, Nov. 25, the American Enterprise Institute will be hosting a showing of Poverty Inc., followed by a brief discussion of the film’s inquiry into the nature of human flourishing.

The movie will be screened in Hoover 105 beginning at 6 p.m. A spread of delectable snacks and refreshments will be available. Please RSVP here if you’re interested in joining us.

Questions? Contact Bailey Timmons at btimmons16@georgefox.edu.

Hadlock closed for Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 21st, 2019

Please take note of the Hadlock Student Center hours for the Thanksgiving holiday:

  • Open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27
  • Closed Thursday, Nov. 28, through Sunday, Dec. 1

Questions? Contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu.

Swing by Wheeler tonight for student-athletes’ fundraiser

Thursday, November 21st, 2019

Stop by the Wheeler Sports Center between 5 and 9:30 p.m. tonight (Friday) to browse through a selection of old uniforms, practice gear, used equipment, and random hats and apparel that are up for purchase from the athletic department.

Each year, student-athletes host a “12 Days of Christmas” event to raise money to adopt three to five local families that they purchase gifts for on the 12 days leading up to Christmas. All proceeds from this sale are used for this event. Please come help bless local families this Christmas!

Questions? Contact Mindy Mickelson (mmickelson@georgefox.edu).

Last chance to take Bon Appetit survey and win flex points

Thursday, November 21st, 2019

Always wanted to be a food critic? Bon Appetit wants to hear from you. It’s quick, it’s easy and it’s a great way for you to tell us what you think.

Take the survey here and enter to win $25 in flex points. Today is your last chance to take the survey! Questions? Contact Jason Rosvall at jason.rosvall@cafebonappetit.com.

Bruin Community Pantry closed for Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 21st, 2019

The Bruin Community Pantry food bank will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 27, for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The last day the food bank will be open next week is Monday, Nov. 25. 

Please contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Information about staying safe on campus

Wednesday, November 20th, 2019

Campus Public Safety would like to remind you of these safety tips to help keep you safe on and off campus.

  • After dark, it is recommended to walk with a trusted companion.
  • If you feel threatened, call 503-554-2090.
  • Stay in well-lit areas and avoid alleys, dark corners and bushes whenever possible and be aware of your surroundings.
  • Carry a whistle and use it if you feel threatened.
  • Carry a fully charged cell phone.
  • Close exterior doors behind you as you enter your hall.
  • Do not allow anyone to enter who is not accompanied by another resident.
  • Escort your visitors to the exterior door when they leave.
  • Do not prop exterior doors and close those that you find open.
  • If you live on the ground floor, keep your windows locked.
  • Be sure to lock your room door if you will be away, even for a minute.
  • Share information about suspicious activities with Campus Public Safety.

Questions? Call 503-554-2090 or email Elrike Shaw at eshaw@georgefox.edu.

Tertulia is finished for semester

Wednesday, November 20th, 2019

Tertulia, the Spanish-language roundtable, is finished for this semester. Please join us for more Spanish conversations on Mondays beginning Jan. 13! Questions? Contact Angeleen Umfleet at aumfleet@georgefox.edu.