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The Trump administration is focusing on fully enforcing existing immigration laws, including the requirement that noncitizens file Form AR-11 to notify U.S. Citizenship and Immigration of a change in residence within 10 days of moving. For F-1 visa holders, you do not fill out a form; rather, notify the designated signing officer. This is in reference to CFR 265.1, a Title 8 regulation.

Because the penalties for failure to file are severe, including possible removal (deportation), it is critical that all non-U.S. citizens (including permanent residents) ensure they timely file Form AR-11 with each residential move. While the penalties discussed below are not new, they typically have not been enforced to their fullest extent.

F-1 Visa holders:
This is a reminder that you are required to report an address change within 10 days of the change to the primary designated signing officer (Kerry Ford, at fordk@georgefox.edu) or DSO (David Martinez and Wendi Upjohn-Hankel) and/or the International Student Services Office.

All other Visa holders:

How to File
Form AR-11 can be filed either electronically through a USCIS online account, or by mail. USCIS provides instructions on both methods, including how to create a USCIS online account, at the following link: How to Change Your Address. A USCIS video guide is also available on YouTube: Changing Your Address in Your USCIS Online Account.

Filing AR-11 through a USCIS online account has the benefit of updating an address change for pending cases with USCIS. Additionally, noncitizens can retain a record of their AR-11 submission online as evidence of their compliance with this legal requirement.

Penalties
Failure to update USCIS of a change in residential address within 10 days of moving is a misdemeanor and may result in the following penalties under INA 266 (8 USC 1306):

• Up to $200 fine; or
• Up to 30 days imprisonment, or both
• Removal (deportation) unless it can be shown failure was reasonably excusable or not willful

Given the potential for consequences, which can also impact future immigration benefits, it is particularly critical that noncitizens make note of this reporting requirement.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Kerry Ford at fordk@georgefox.edu.

Stop by the Interior Design Showcase between 3 and 5 p.m. in Canyon Commons on Monday, April 28! All interior design majors from freshmen to seniors will display their work from this year. There’s a lot to take in, from residential to commercial projects.

Feel free to reach out to Casey Martin at martinc@georgefox.edu with any questions.

We’re excited to announce that, in May of 2025, students and faculty from our Doctor of Physical Therapy program will be heading to Uganda for a medical service trip! Our well-established partnerships with local leaders in Uganda seek to meet the physical and educational needs that exist in these communities.

We will work alongside doctors, teachers and community leaders who have been our friends and partners for over 10 years. As we prepare to return, we need your help! This trip is being funded by donations and fundraisers, with our next one being through Burgerville on Tuesday, April 15.

Visit the Burgerville in Newberg that day and mention George Fox. You can also order ahead on the app and use the promo code GEORGEFOX.

In previous trips, we have seen kids and adults receive healthcare for the first time in their lives, after walking hours through rural Uganda to our large medical clinics. We have seen teenagers with cerebral palsy walk for the first time and even start playing soccer with friends.

We have helped Ugandans with amputations return to the professional world in previously lost careers. We have even saved the lives of kids with hydrocephalus, and helped adults with progressive cancers by identifying their condition and ensuring they get the medical care they need.

Thank you for your support! Contact Amanda Brandes at abrandes23@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

This is a friendly reminder to support nursing’s Kenya serve trip team! Join in over an hour of yoga and intentional tea time beginning at 3:30 p.m. in Hadlock tomorrow (Saturday). Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in.

The cost is $25 at the door, and your donation goes to help the costs of our serve trip to help those with limited access to healthcare in Kenya!

Contact Mitzy Steward at msteward23@georgefox.edu with any questions.

As Easter approaches, the university community is welcome to reflect on the death and sacrifice of Jesus at a special concert, “The Way of the Cross,” at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 17, in Bauman Auidtorium.

Special guest soloists Richard Zeller and Susan Buehler will join the university’s Concert Choir and Chamber Orchestra in performing Requiem by Gabriel Fauré. The performance, featuring more than 150 singers, is contemplative, reflecting on the death of Christ, how we live, the death that is to follow, and the promise of heaven.

George Fox students and employees may receive one free ticket per person. Additional tickets may be purchased here. Come join us in contemplating the sacrifice Jesus made for us.

Reach out to Danielle Warner at dwarner@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Want the opportunity to sell your art at Student Activities’ Spring Market in the quad on Friday, April 25, from 4 to 6 p.m.? Just complete this table rental form and you’re all set to sell to those on campus and in our local community.

If you want to participate but have nothing to sell, this is also an opportunity to share your musical talent. Complete this Spring Market open mic form. We want to open the stage to anyone interested in performing in front of a low-key public audience of students and community members.

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Don’t miss the final chapel of the academic year, aka Awards Convocation Chapel!

Please join us Tuesday, April 22, at 10:50 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium as we celebrate the upcoming end of the academic year! We’ll have a time of worship; hear from our speaker, Dr. Brian Doak, professor of biblical studies and VP of George Fox Digital; and present the faculty awards.

Faculty winners of the Undergraduate Teacher of the Year, Undergraduate Research & Scholarship, Outstanding Service, and Outstanding Faith and Integration awards will be announced.

Come celebrate with, and congratulate, our winning faculty members!

Contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

As part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Henderson House will be on campus to talk about domestic abuse and sexual violence.

Stop by anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. today (Thursday) in Canyon Commons and get to know the only domestic abuse center in Yamhill County.

Feel free to reach out to Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu with any questions.

As we near the end of spring term, don’t forget to turn your bookstore rentals to the bookstore before Friday, May 2.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kristin at kmcguirk@georgefox.edu.

Your generosity can make a real difference in the lives of students! The Bruin Community Pantry is a vital resource providing support to students in need, and we’re making it even easier for you to contribute.

During finals week, the Bruin Community Pantry will accept non-perishable food, clothing, and any kitchen items you don’t wish to take back home!

Use Your Unused Flex Points to Give Back
Have leftover flex points at the end of the semester? Now you can easily turn them into support for the Bruin Community Pantry by using them to purchase non-perishable food items at the Makers Market or Bridge Cafe.

You can drop these items off any time during the hours of operation listed on the website.

Questions? Contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

This Friday, April 11, race against the clock and solve puzzles to find your way out of our escape rooms across campus.

We have seven amazing rooms lined up for you this year. This event sells out every year, so please sign your team up as soon as possible to lock in your spot and make sure you get your first pick of escape rooms. You can sign up as a team or an individual. You won’t want to miss this highly requested fun night!

Some more events coming up soon:

• Easter Egg Hunt: Friday, April 18, at 6 p.m. in the quad
• Spring Market: Friday, April 25, at 3 p.m. in the quad
• Late Night Breakfast: Monday, April 28, at 9:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join us this Friday, April 11, at 7 p.m. in Canyon Commons for Bailemos! Get ready to dance to the best Latin songs of all time. This year’s theme is “Carnaval.” Come ready to eat, dance, and have a great time before finals. We can’t wait to see you there!

Reach out to Javier Broach at jbroach23@georgefox.edu with any questions.

George Fox University welcomes Pat Gelsinger, former CEO of Intel Corporation, to campus for an engaging and timely lecture: “Big Tech & Big Responsibility: Faith, Work, and Preparing the Next Generation – How Industry Leaders Can Foster Ethical Innovation.”

The lecture will be tonight (Tuesday) at 7 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. Chapel credit will be given to students who attend. You can claim seats and by visiting this link.

This lecture is a rare opportunity to hear from one of the most influential minds in technology and leadership. Gelsinger will explore the ethical responsibilities of tech leaders in an AI-driven world, the intersection of faith and work, and how we can equip the next generation to lead with integrity in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Gelsinger dedicated 30 years to Intel before stepping away to become CEO of VMware, where he led the company’s transformation into a global powerhouse in cloud infrastructure, enterprise mobility, and cybersecurity – nearly tripling its annual revenue.

In 2019, his visionary leadership and dedication to a positive workplace culture earned him the title of America’s top CEO in Glassdoor’s annual employee survey. In 2021, he returned to Intel as CEO, taking the helm to guide the company into its next era of innovation and growth.

If you’re wondering how to thrive in turbulent times like these and build bridges across political divides, you should come hear longtime George Fox faculty members Mark and Lisa McMinn talk about their latest book, An Invitation to Slow.

Starting at 6:30 p.m. in EHS 102 this Thursday, April 10, the McMinns will talk with George Fox Civility Project Director Ron Mock about their book. They will focus especially on their chapters about empathy, humility and gratitude, which have important implications for navigating these difficult times and communicating with robust civility. There will be time for questions and comments from those attending the event.

Reach out to Ron at rmock@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Relationships can be complicated, but there are tools to help them flourish. Join us this Thursday, April 10, at 5 p.m. in the FoxHole for light snacks as counselor Katie Wise shares about the warning signs of abusive relationships, how to create healthy boundaries, and how to support yourself or others experiencing abuse or assault. You can learn more here.

Contact Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Alpha Psi Omega and the theatre department invite you to a night (or a matinee!) of student-directed one-act plays. The double feature of The Sins of Prince Saradine (directed by Atalia Fisher) and The Lottery (directed by Daniel Beals) will make you laugh and keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.

These Second Stage shows run for one hour and will be presented on Saturday, April 12, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 13, at 2 p.m. in Wood-Mar Auditorium, located on the third floor of EHS. No ticket is required for entry, and admission is free. See you there!

Contact Ellie Heerwagen at eheerwagen22@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join us tomorrow (Wednesday) in the chapel from 11 to 11:30 a.m. for a time of worship, listening to God’s Spirit, and seeking to discern God’s truth together. Paul Anderson will be hosting. Chapel credit will be offered.

Please reach out to Paul at panderso@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join the George Fox worship ensemble and choir for a night of worship and prayer this Thursday, April 10, at 7:30 pm in Bauman. Chapel credit is available for students. See you there!

A group of George Fox business students are excited to announce an exciting adoption fundraiser in support of a local Newberg family! The event is set from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, at Northwest Christian Church (2315 Villa Road).

The event will hold a silent auction featuring a variety of donated goods from local businesses and individuals alike. Think movie packages, homemade goods, coffee bundles, and lots of desserts!

There will also be a chili cook-off competition to win a brand new ($600-plus value) recliner! It costs $15 to enter the contest, and $5 to buy a vote.

If you want to show off your chili recipe, make sure to invite some friends to vote for you, and you’ll increase your chances of winning the recliner! Most importantly, all of the funds will be put toward giving a local family relief in their adoption process.

If you’d like to sign up, please contact Luka at 541-405-0066, or get in touch with Asher Cummings at acummings23@georgefox.edu for more details!