Do you need to relieve stress for this upcoming finals week? During the Spring Market, the Sources of Strength Club will be setting up a baby goat pen out on the quad!
Swing by on Friday, April 19, from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. to pet some goats and learn about ways to strengthen yourself with us!
Feel free to reach out to Judah Gerards at jgerards22@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
The Virtual Learning Center (formerly the Portland Writing Center) is open for appointments during finals week from Monday, April 22, through Friday, April 26. Do not wait until the last minute to schedule your appointment. We offer 50-minute appointments via Zoom or asynchronously.
Go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas Dashboard or go to traccloud.georgefox.edu to schedule an appointment.
If you have any questions, please contact Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.
Join us for an unforgettable night filled with excitement and generosity! We’re hosting a charity auction to help the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students at George Fox travel to Uganda for their annual medical service trip!
The night will be filled with mouth-watering dinner and dessert, as well as both a silent and live auction where you can bid on a diverse selection of items, including gift contributions from local small businesses, companies, travel experiences, and more!
The auction will take place in Canyon Commons 101 this Saturday, April 13, from 5 to 8 p.m. All proceeds from the auction will support the DPT program’s medical service trip to Uganda, where the team will offer medical care to patients in rural communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. Join us and support the cause!
Buy tickets here.
If you have any questions, please contact Taryn Conwell at tconwell22@georgefox.edu.
George Fox will be running a routine test of our FoxAlert text message midday on Friday, April 12. Students and employees should expect a text and email. This is the emergency alert system George Fox uses to get information out quickly. In the event of an actual emergency, you would be notified of further action to take.
If you don’t get a FoxAlert text message, make sure your emergency contact information is updated. Your cell phone number may not be in the FoxAlert system.
To update your campus emergency contact info for text alerts, follow these instructions:
Contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu it you have any questions.
Are you curious about climate change and its solutions? Do you like free cookies? Come to EHS 125 today (Thursday) at 5:30 p.m. to eat cookies with the Stewards of Sustainability Club and listen to a presentation on how climate change is fought at state and national levels.
We will be welcoming members of the local chapter of the Citizens’ Climate Lobby to talk about different policies that work to mitigate climate change and provide a behind-the-scenes view on how those policies are created.
Feel free to reach out to Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Embark on a creative journey into the world of crochet with our Intro to Crochet class at the Hadlock Student Center on Monday, April 15, at 7 p.m.! Whether you’re a complete novice or looking to refine your skills, this class is perfect for anyone eager to learn the art of crochet.
No prior experience is necessary; just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn! We will provide all the materials needed, including yarn and crochet hooks. In addition to practicing your skills, you’ll also have the opportunity to connect with fellow crochet enthusiasts in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Feel free to reach out to Jacob Loomis at jloomis@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
You are invited to enjoy a performance of Mozart’s Coronation Mass on Sunday, April 14, at 3 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.
Employees and students may obtain one complimentary ticket by using their George Fox email address. Otherwise, tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for seniors. Kids are free. Students may also show their ID at the door. You can purchase tickets here.
Questions? Contact Kathy Harris at kharris@georgefox.edu.
Nursing students are collecting baby clothes for Hope Clinic in Salem, a recent clinical location of theirs. Hope Clinic needs diapers sizes 5 to 6 and infant/children’s clothes up to size 5T. They would also be grateful for any other baby items and maternity clothing!
Beginning today (Wednesday), items can be donated in Roberts outside of Office 139. Donations will be accepted until Wednesday, April 24.
Questions? Contact Payton Walker at pwalker21@georgefox.edu.
Join the Arts & Crafts Club for our last event of the semester! Create your own colorful T-shirts and more at our tie-dye event this Friday, April 12, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in Hoover 203.
All are welcome to attend! Supplies and items to dye will be provided, but you are more than welcome to bring your own things to dye.
Feel free to reach out to Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
The George Fox volleyball team is hosting a bake sale fundraiser tomorrow (Thursday)! Come by the Murdock Library between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to hang out and grab some baked goods.
We hope to see you tomorrow! If you are unable to stop by, but would like to donate, you may visit this link.
Feel free to reach out to Addison Hawes at ahawes21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Join us for an unforgettable night filled with excitement and generosity! We’re hosting a charity auction to help the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students at George Fox travel to Uganda for their annual medical service trip!
The night will be filled with mouth-watering dinner and dessert, as well as both a silent and live auction where you can bid on a diverse selection of items, including gift contributions from local small businesses, companies, travel experiences, and more!
The auction will take place in Canyon Commons 101 this Saturday, April 13, from 5 to 8 p.m. All proceeds from the auction will support the DPT program’s medical service trip to Uganda, where the team will offer medical care to patients in rural communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. Join us and support the cause!
Buy tickets here.
If you have any questions, please contact Taryn Conwell at tconwell22@georgefox.edu.
The Virtual Learning Center (formerly Portland Writing Center) is seeking a new writing consultant who is enthusiastic about helping fellow graduate and degree-completion students understand the components of effective writing. The consultant will work during the summer term and possibly beyond. This is a remote position that operates on Pacific Standard Time.
Virtual Learning Center 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:
The virtual learning consultant application can be found on Handshake. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For more information, contact Heather Harney, Virtual Learning Center director, at hharney@georgefox.edu.
How have you experienced the Be Known promise? Maybe it’s a professor who invited you into their life beyond the classroom or a staff member who prayed with you when you needed it most. Whatever it is, we want to hear about it and share your story!
Fill out this form and you’ll be entered into a drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!
Our favorite stories will be featured in our university magazine, admissions brochures, social media pages, and beyond.
Questions? Email Jeremy Lloyd at jlloyd@georgefox.edu.
Join us tomorrow (Wednesday) in Hoover 250 from 11 to 11:30 a.m. for a time of quiet waiting on the Lord, seeking to discern how the Holy Spirit leads us into transformative truth about ourselves, others, and the world. Paul Anderson will be hosting. Chapel credit will be offered.
Please reach out to Paul at panderso@georgefox.edu with any questions.
The Center for Peace and Justice and the Office for Spiritual Life are hosting a “Lament Service for Lives Lost” in the ongoing war between Israel and Palestine.
We will gather in Canyon Commons 102-103 at 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, for a time of worship together. This event is open to all employees and students.
Feel free to reach out to Debrianna DeBolt at ddebolt@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Join us for The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference, featuring talks on Lewis, short papers, theatrical productions, and more! The conference will take place in Canyon Commons Thursday to Sunday, Sept. 5-8.
We are now offering 25% off general registration for married couples. Just enter the following code to get your discount: GFUSpouse. Click here to secure your spot now, before registration fills!
Questions? Email Sarah Keck at skeck21@georgefox.edu.
The Stewards of Sustainability Club is hosting a presentation by members of the Citizens’ Climate Lobby, a nonprofit advocacy organization that works to develop nonpartisan policies to address climate change.
This informational talk will provide an overview explanation of a few different climate change mitigation policies, how they come up with and evaluate their policies, and what it is like to address these issues at local and national levels.
If you are interested in learning about how you can use your voice to fight climate change, how the lobbying process works, or how to successfully and civilly collaborate with people across the political spectrum, come listen to the presentation this Thursday, April 11, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in EHS 125.
Questions? Email Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu.
The Bruin Community Pantry is looking for volunteers for the summer.
Over the summer, we hope to be open Monday through Thursday between noon and 5:30 p.m., subject to volunteer availability. If someone is available on Saturdays, we can also make that work!
Volunteers are especially needed on Tuesdays, from 10 to 10:30 a.m., as this is our big food delivery day from Yamhill Community Action Partnership (YCAP).
If you’re interested in helping at the food bank from Monday, April 29, to Thursday, Aug. 22, please contact Jere Witherspoon at 503-554-2316 or jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.
The George Fox volleyball team is hosting a kiddie clinic fundraiser for kids in kindergarten through sixth grade this Saturday, April 13!
Kids aged kindergarten to third grade will have a session from 9 to 10:30 a.m. with coaching from the volleyball team. The older children will have a session with the team from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The goal of the clinic is to have fun, introduce the sport, and to encourage more playing!
The cost will be $25 per session. Register through this link.
Feel free to reach out to Addison Hawes at ahawes21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
The university’s performing arts department invites you to a series of upcoming events this month. All will be held in Bauman Auditorium and are free unless noted. Here is the schedule:
Feel free to contact Kathy Harris at kharris@georgefox.edu with any questions.
