Order your books now to be prepared for fall term

Monday, August 12th, 2024

Be prepared and order your books now for fall term. That way you’ll be ready for when you arrive on campus.

Visit this link to place your order, and contact Kristin McGuirk at kmcguirk@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

UREC is hiring personal trainers at the Hadlock Student Center

Sunday, August 11th, 2024

Are you passionate about fitness and eager to help others achieve their goals? Join the University Recreation team as a personal trainer! No prior experience is required; we’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ready to make a positive impact in our community.

We seek candidates with a strong passion for health and fitness, who are dedicated to motivating and guiding others on their fitness journeys. While previous experience isn’t necessary, a commitment to obtaining an NCCA-accredited personal training certification is essential.

This is your chance to gain valuable experience in a supportive and dynamic environment. As a personal trainer with us, you’ll have the opportunity to help others reach their fitness goals and lead healthier lives.

Apply now and email fitness@georgefox.edu with any questions.

UREC is hiring GroupX instructors

Sunday, August 11th, 2024

We are currently seeking new GroupX instructors to join our team. No certifications or prior experience are required. We are looking for individuals who have a genuine passion for fitness and a desire to lead and guide others in their fitness journeys.

This role provides an opportunity to develop your leadership skills while helping others achieve their fitness goals. If you have a strong commitment to health and fitness and are interested in leading group exercise classes, we encourage you to apply.

If you’re ready to contribute to our team and share your passion for fitness, please consider applying here for the position of GroupX instructor.

Be courteous to Summer Visit Day guests today

Thursday, August 8th, 2024

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is hosting Summer Visit Day on campus today (Friday). With over 575 visitors expected, we are asking students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day. Here’s what you can keep in mind:

  • Use street parking instead of campus parking lots. Guests will be arriving on campus at 8:30 a.m. and will fill the main campus parking lots.
  • All visitors will take a campus tour at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., so be mindful of guests walking through main buildings on campus.

If you have any questions, email visit@georgefox.edu or call Missy Downs at 503-554-2247.

Volunteer to serve in the Bruin Community Pantry’s food bank this semester

Wednesday, August 7th, 2024

Volunteers are needed at the Bruin Community Pantry food bank starting Monday, Aug. 26!

We welcome George Fox students and employees to volunteer! This opportunity allows great connections with students and others in our community, and the new space in the Lewis 1 Apartment is warm and inviting. Some faculty members set up office hours during their shifts.

Volunteer requirements:

  • Must be able to serve at the time slot that they choose for the entire semester. We do have substitutes available.
  • Must be able to attend an orientation that lasts about 30 minutes.
  • Volunteers are required to complete two training presentations (a total of 20 minutes).

If you are interested in volunteering at the food bank, please complete this form. If you have any questions, please contact Jere Witherspoon at 503-554-2316.

Extend the Be Known promise to Summer Visit Day guests Friday

Tuesday, August 6th, 2024

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions will be hosting Summer Visit Day on campus this Friday, Aug. 9. With over 575 visitors expected, we are asking students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day. Here’s what you can keep in mind:

  • Use street parking instead of campus parking lots. Guests will be arriving on campus Friday morning at 8:30 a.m. and will fill the main campus parking lots.
  • All visitors will take a campus tour at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., so be mindful of guests walking through main buildings on campus.

If you have any questions, email visit@georgefox.edu or call Missy Downs at 503-554-2247.

Be mindful of work being done this week in certain parking lots

Monday, August 5th, 2024

This week, from today (Tuesday) through Friday, Aug. 9, sections of the Fulton Street parking lot and the Roberts Center parking lot will be blocked off for cleaning and restriping.

Additionally, the ADA spaces in front of Edwards will undergo the same process. Please be mindful of these signs and find alternative parking until the areas have been cleared.

Thank you for your help and understanding.

Check out current inventory on new surplus operations webpage

Sunday, August 4th, 2024

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new webpage for George Fox University surplus operations! Our program is dedicated to helping manage the university’s physical inventory, with a mission to efficiently facilitate the pick-up, processing, redistribution, and sale of surplus equipment.

At George Fox, we are committed to working closely with our community to remove surplus equipment from campus buildings, ensuring these items find new homes or recycling markets. This effort supports our role as environmental stewards and partners in sustainability.

Explore our new webpage by visiting the Plant Services website and selecting the Surplus tab at the top. Here, you can learn more about our operations and browse our current inventory, available for personal purchase or for department use at no cost to the department.

When requesting items for departmental use, please ensure that they have a designated location, as all items will be tracked in our inventory records. Additionally, some items may be considered outdated and might not be available for department reuse, as we work toward keeping our facilities modernized and aesthetically pleasing.

In the near future, we plan to have designated days for drop-ins, allowing you to visit us in person and see what we have available. These dates will be announced in The Daily Bruin as well as on our new webpage. Please avoid inquiring or visiting with the plant services office directly, as they no longer store our surplus inventory.

Join us in making a difference through responsible reuse and recycling!

Reminder: Crisman Crossing bridge is closed beginning today

Sunday, August 4th, 2024

The Crisman Crossing bridge will be closed, beginning today (Monday). The decking is being replaced, so it will not be possible to cross the bridge until it reopens on Monday, Aug. 19.

Please use alternate routes such as walking past Beebe, Carey and Willcuts halls, walking past the chapel and up the hill to Le Shana, or driving to the other side of campus.

Thank you!

Crisman Crossing bridge will be closed beginning Monday

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

The Crisman Crossing bridge will be closed, beginning Monday, Aug. 5. The decking is being replaced, so it will not be possible to cross the bridge until it reopens on Monday, Aug. 19.

Please use alternate routes such as walking past Beebe, Carey and Willcuts halls, walking past the chapel and up the hill to Le Shana, or driving to the other side of campus.

Thank you!

Stevens Center’s parking lot is again closed today

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

The Stevens Center parking lot is closed again today (Friday) while crews move out the Hodson House (former Security House). Do not park in the Stevens parking lot or along Center Street between the Stevens parking lot and 99W/Portland Road.

Both the Stevens parking lot and Center Street will reopen tonight after the house has been repositioned. Thank you!

Esports youth camps are running this summer

Wednesday, July 31st, 2024

Have any kids interested in esports? Encourage them to enroll in an esports summer youth camp!

Camps for ages 8 to 12 and 13 to 17 are running this summer. They will meet in the Wheeler Sports Center’s Esports Arena. Use code “GFU10” to get 10% off the registration fee (for George Fox employees, alumni and university partners).

Prices vary ($100-$400), depending on length, activities and camp structure. Visit this webpage for more information, and contact Jerry Sanchez at jsanchez@geogefox.edu with any questions.

Stevens Center parking lot is closed today and tomorrow

Wednesday, July 31st, 2024

The Stevens Center parking lot is closed today (Thursday) and tomorrow while crews move out the Hodson House (former Security House). Do not park in the Stevens parking lot or along Center Street between the Stevens parking lot and 99W/Portland Road.

Both the Stevens parking lot and Center Street will reopen on Friday evening after the house has been repositioned. Thank you!

Be aware of heat advisory for today and tomorrow

Wednesday, July 31st, 2024

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for today and tomorrow (Thursday/Friday). As per George Fox heat protocol, please follow the following steps:

  • Stay hydrated by drinking water every 20 minutes.
  • Schedule more strenuous work in the cooler parts of the day, such as the morning.
  • Move to an air-conditioned building (Canyon Commons, Klages and Murdock Library) if your building is too warm.
  • Between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., check on fellow employees and classmates every hour to two hours.
  • Know the symptoms of heat-related illnesses.

If you have any questions about best practices during high heat, please contact Kim Knoernschild, our environmental health and safety specialist, at kknoernschild@georgefox.edu.

The Virtual Learning Center is hiring

Sunday, July 28th, 2024

The Virtual Learning Center (formerly Portland Writing Center) is hiring a writing consultant who is enthusiastic about helping fellow graduate and degree-completion students understand the components of effective writing as well as aid with academic coaching.

The consultant will work during the academic year and possibly beyond. This is a remote position that operates on Pacific Standard Time. Consultants are current adult degree-completion and graduate students who work 10 hours per week meeting with students via Zoom or asynchronously.

Writing consultant duties include helping students with the following:

  • Thinking through ideas for a writing assignment
  • Considering writing choices with regard to audience, focus, purpose, cohesion, and organization
  • Developing ideas with specific evidence
  • Improving research strategies
  • Applying proper documentation and formatting
  • Understanding basic grammar and mechanics
  • Academic coaching: time management and learning strategies

Go to Handshake to find the Virtual Learning Consultant application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For more information, contact Heather Harney, the Virtual Learning Center director, at hharney@georgefox.edu.

Join for a time of silent worship on Wednesday

Sunday, July 28th, 2024

Join Brayden Thomas, Paul Anderson and others for a time of silent worship this Wednesday, July 31, in the university’s Prayer Chapel. We’ll gather from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.

Feel free to contact Paul at panderso@georgefox.edu for more information.

Schedule your appointment with the Virtual Learning Center now

Thursday, July 25th, 2024

Do you need help with crafting a paper? Do you need help with time management? Are you looking for learning strategies? If so, the Virtual Learning Center (VLC) is ready to help you this summer.

We offer Zoom and asynchronous 50-minute appointments. To schedule an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas Dashboard or go to traccloud.georgefox.edu.

Don’t wait until the last minute to schedule your appointment. If you have any questions, please email vlc@georgefox.edu and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pray for our schools in the quad on Aug. 17

Wednesday, July 24th, 2024

Join us on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. as we host our inaugural Prayer for Oregon Schools event by the Centennial Tower in the quad! We will engage in a time of worship, small-group and/or individual prayer, and fellowship.

Bring your family and friends (as well as something to sit on) as we pray for the upcoming school year. We’ll pray for our K-12 and higher ed students, faculty, staff, parents, school communities, boards, leaders and more.

It’s our hope that people will join us as we step out in faith as the church and prayerfully invite the Lord into this area that needs more light – our Oregon schools. The event is open to anyone who has a desire to come collectively in prayer and bring our schools and the people who are in them to the feet of Jesus.

A guided prayer booklet will also be available for those interested in additional points of prayer for the event. Please do not hesitate to contact Sara Hahn-Huston, assistant professor of educational leadership in the College of Education, at shahnhuston@georgefox.edu for more information, or if you would like a digital postcard invitation to share with friends.

Order your books for fall term

Wednesday, July 24th, 2024

Order online and in-store to get your textbooks before the fall rush. The Bruin Store is happy to help you get your materials and texts to be prepared for fall term.

Feel free to reach out to Kristin McGuirk at kmcguirk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Check out the new look for many of our library databases

Monday, July 22nd, 2024

The George Fox University Library is excited to announce a new look and improved functionality for over 90 of our online databases on the EBSCOhost platform. These include APA PsycINFO, CINAHL, Education Source, ATLA Religion, and Business Source Complete.

This shift will take place over the week of July 22, with some small updates continuing into the month of August. Throughout the transition, you can still access all of our databases from the “Databases A-Z” button on the library’s website. Existing permalinks should continue to function.

We’ve created an introduction video, but we welcome you to connect with a librarian or make a research help appointment if you would like one-on-one assistance or have further questions.