Bills for spring term are in the mail. Before you rush to pay, you might want to consider waiting until Jan. 1, 2019, to make payment.
Wonder why? Read our most recent edition of the SFS News to learn more. In brief, there are possible negative tax impacts of making payment for the spring term in December. The exception to this is when a transaction has a December due date.
Find more info on SFS News here.
The Bruin Store will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today (Saturday) for commencement. If you are a graduate, be sure to bring your Bruin Store coupon with you when you shop!
Below are our hours for the remainder of Christmas break:
We will resume our normal semester hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Jan. 14.
Email Michael Simmons at 1478mgr@follett.com for more information.
The Hadlock Center will be open throughout Christmas break. Come in and enjoy the space while it’s quiet. See modified hours below.
If you have any questions, contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu or Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu.
George Fox is partnering with Hillsboro Airporter to provide shuttle service to Portland International Airport. Students will be expected to work directly with Hillsboro Airporter to reserve their spot.
Here are the details:
Each shuttle can fit five to six passengers. The cost per student is based on the total number of passengers during the scheduled times, so if you can fill one shuttle the cost per student could be as low as $15 (if you have a total of six passengers). Cost for one student is $65.
If you make your reservations more than 24 hours in advance, Hillsboro Airporter can group you together. To reserve your spot, go online to Hillsboro Airporter & Car Service LLC.
Hillsboro Airporter accepts cash or credit card for payment. Parents can call Hillsboro Airporter with a credit card to pay for their student’s fare. Hillsboro Airporter has 24/7 service. It will work with students and their families, putting students together to lower the cost of the fare.
Other options for transportation can be found on the above website. Questions? Contact the Office of Student Life (jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2316).
Join us for “Crepes for a Cause” on the quad this morning (Wednesday) from 9 a.m. to noon. Buy fresh crepes with all the toppings for $3 each. All proceeds go to Every Child and will be used to purchase Christmas gift cards for youth in foster care in Yamhill County.
You can learn more about Every Child by visiting their website.
Contact Tricia Hornback (phornback@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
The Bruin Community Pantry is seeking volunteers for the spring 2019 semester. Areas for volunteering are (but not limited to):
If you are interested in volunteering and would like more information, please contact Jere Witherspoon or attend one of two informational meetings:
Refreshments will be provided! Please RSVP by Monday, Jan. 14, here.
On the sheet, there are three tabs at the bottom:
Need more information? Check out the Bruin Community Pantry Facebook page and website.
If you are not able to attend one of these meetings but are interested in volunteering, please contact Jere at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2316.
George Fox is partnering with Hillsboro Airporter to provide shuttle service to Portland International Airport. Students will be expected to work directly with Hillsboro Airporter to reserve their spot.
Here are the details:
Each shuttle can fit five to six passengers. The cost per student is based on the total number of passengers during the scheduled times, so if you can fill one shuttle the cost per student could be as low as $15 (if you have a total of six passengers). Cost for one student is $65.
If you make your reservations more than 24 hours in advance, Hillsboro Airporter can group you together. To reserve your spot, go online to Hillsboro Airporter & Car Service LLC.
Hillsboro Airporter accepts cash or credit card for payment. Parents can call Hillsboro Airporter with a credit card to pay for their student’s fare. Hillsboro Airporter has 24/7 service. It will work with students and their families, putting students together to lower the cost of the fare.
Other options for transportation can be found on the above website. Questions? Contact the Office of Student Life (jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2316).
If you’ve lost an item the past four to six weeks, be sure to check the lost and found located in the Campus Public Safety office before going home for Christmas break!
All items not reunited with their owners will be donated to charitable causes during the break, so don’t forget! Please also remember to put your name on your water bottles, notebooks, books, charger cords, etc. so we can notify you if they are turned in to us.
Have a great and relaxing break with your friends and family!
The Bruin Store is hosting a surprise December three-day sale Dec. 11-13Â from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shop in-store and online at georgefoxshop.com to save.
In-store discounts include 25Â percent off of …
Online discounts include (apparel and gifts) …
Students: Even though it is finals week, you still need to park where your permit allows you to park! We are receiving many complaints from staff and faculty about students parking in staff areas and in reserved spaces.
We thank you in advance for your cooperation.
– Campus Public Safety
Bills for spring term are in the mail. Before you rush to pay, you might want to consider waiting until Jan. 1, 2019, to make payment.
Wonder why? Read our most recent edition of the SFS News to learn more. In brief, there are possible negative tax impacts of making payment for the spring term in December. The exception to this is when a transaction has a December due date.
Find more info on SFS News here.
Bon Appetit would like to welcome everyone to our annual Christmas dinner in Canyon Commons on Tuesday, Dec. 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. Regular meal plan still applies to students. Cash and check price for guests is $12.
See you there!
Join us for “Crepes for a Cause” on the quad Wednesday, Dec. 12, from 9 a.m. to noon. Buy fresh crepes with all the toppings for $3 each. All proceeds go to Every Child and will be used to purchase Christmas gift cards for youth in foster care in Yamhill County.
You can learn more about Every Child by visiting their website.
Contact Tricia Hornback (phornback@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
Monday, Dec. 10:
Breakfast: 8 to 10 a.m.Â
Lunch and Dinner: Normal hours
Tuesday, Dec. 11:
Christmas Dinner:Â 5 to 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 12, and Thursday, Dec. 13: Normal hours
Friday, Dec. 14:
Lunch: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Dinner:Â 5 to 6 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 15:
Breakfast: 8 to 9 a.m.
On Monday, Dec. 10, the Bruin Den and Bridge Cafe will have special hours of operation. Please take note …
All cafes will open up normal hours Tuesday morning.
Thank you!
If you’ve lost an item the past four to six weeks, be sure to check the lost and found located in the Campus Public Safety office before going home for Christmas break!
All items not reunited with their owners will be donated to charitable causes during the break, so don’t forget! Please also remember to put your name on your water bottles, notebooks, books, charger cords, etc. so we can notify you if they are turned in to us.
Have a great and relaxing break with your friends and family!
Bills for spring term are in the mail. Before you rush to pay, you might want to consider waiting until Jan. 1, 2019, to make payment.
Wonder why? Read our most recent edition of the SFS News to learn more. In brief, there are possible negative tax impacts of making payment for the spring term in December. The exception to this is when a transaction has a December due date.
Find more info on SFS News here.
The Hadlock Student Center is offering a single-day snowshoe trip to Mt. Hood on Jan. 19, 2019. This is a great opportunity for all ability levels to experience snowshoeing and connect with others who enjoy the natural beauty of Oregon.
The trip cost is $15 and includes equipment rental (snowshoe, trekking poles, etc.) as well as transportation. Space is limited, so sign up early in the Hadlock Student Center.
Contact Keith Schneider (kschneid@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
Want some quick cash for Christmas? The Bruin Store will be buying back textbooks during finals week (Dec. 10-14) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. You can also go to buyback.com to sell your textbooks back online anytime!
If you rented any fall textbooks, remember to check those in before 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 14. Be sure to shop for your spring textbooks both in-store and online at georgefoxshop.com.
Thank you and go Bruins!
It is with joy that the Office for Spiritual Life invites the George Fox community to celebrate Christmas together at our annual Christmas Chapel this morning (Tuesday) from 10:40 to 11:50 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium.
The university choir and orchestra will lead us in worship through Christmas music, and President Robin Baker will share a reflection on Scripture. Join us for this festive community celebration of the birth of Jesus, the incarnation of the Living God.
All are welcome!
