Complete this survey for a chance to win a $25 gift card

Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024

George Fox staff and students: Complete this survey for a chance to win a gift card! This research is about experiences (specifically positive and negative experiences) of receiving encouragement. Your thoughts on the subject would be greatly appreciated.

No personally identifying information will be collected, and your answers will be kept confidential. Once you have completed the survey, you will have the option of entering your email into a drawing for one of 10 $25 gift cards.

If you have any questions, please contact Paige Tobias at ptobias17@georgefox.edu.

Stop by booth supporting the Newberg Animal Shelter at this Monday’s Fall Fest

Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024

Do you need a break involving man’s best friend? Come visit a furry friend by attending Fall Fest this Monday, Oct. 7, from 3 to 5 p.m. on the quad.

The College of Business, accompanied by a friendly golden retriever, will be raising awareness and promoting opportunities to support the Newberg Animal Shelter. And who knows? By helping the shelter you may even meet a loyal pet companion!

Other activities at Fall Fest will include raffles, treats, games, and a concentration competition.

If you can’t make it to the event, we would appreciate participation in our survey to gauge interest in supporting the shelter.

Curious? If you have questions, email Albert at aehlers23@georgefox.edu.

Attend ‘Journey of Hope’ to explore biblical justice and the root causes of injustice in Lebanon

Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024

The Center for Peace and Justice invites you to a presentation entitled “Journey of Hope,” featuring Elio Constantine. Constantine oversees the Middle East Center for Justice and Missions, a ministry of the charity Heart For Lebanon.

Don’t miss this powerful message on transforming lives through faith and action. Join us on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105.

In his presentation, Constantine will explore how we are called to live in justice and how a biblical approach to justice is applicable anywhere in the world. He will also address the root causes of injustices in Lebanon and the surrounding region.

If you have questions, contact Tamara Wytsma at twytsma@georgefox.edu.

Help your neighbors learn English by volunteering on Tuesday and Thursday nights

Tuesday, October 1st, 2024

The Department of English, Languages and Literature is starting a partnership with Friendsview and Newberg Public Schools to offer language classes to adult members of our community who are currently learning English.

Classes will be hosted at a local elementary school within 15 minutes walking distance from the George Fox campus. They start this week on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and will finish the week before Thanksgiving.

If you are interested in getting some low-stakes teaching experience or serving Newberg residents as a volunteer small-group conversation facilitator for one or two evenings a week, please contact Holly Shelton at hshelton@georgefox.edu.

Come see student interior design work showcased at the Allison Inn

Tuesday, October 1st, 2024

The interior design department invites you to stop by and see the work our students are doing!

On Tuesday, Oct. 8, Students will be presenting the first project for their Residential Design Studio class, a home for refugees in crisis areas all around the world. This will be an open-house style presentation at the Allison Inn in Newberg (2525 Allison Lane), so stop by any time between 9 and 10 a.m. to see their work!

If you have questions, email Casey Martin at martinc@georgefox.edu.

Reserve your tickets now for fall drama ‘The Hiding Place’

Monday, September 30th, 2024

Tickets are now available for the performing arts department’s fall production of The Hiding Place, scheduled for eight performances in Wood-Mar Auditorium in mid to late October.

Dates for the shows are as follows:

  • Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 17-19, 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, Oct. 20, 2 p.m.
  • Thursday-Friday, Oct. 24-25, 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27, 2 p.m.

For a synopsis of the play, visit the theatre website. Students and staff are entitled to claim one free ticket for themselves by visiting georgefox.edu/box-office. Additional tickets may be purchased on the site. Free student tickets are available for Thursday shows only.

When selecting your complimentary tickets, please do so using your own George Fox email address, and please note that each person is instructed to claim only their own ticket.

If you have any questions, contact Kathy Harris at kharris@georgefox.edu.

Stop by the ARC to write a note for Tutor Appreciation Week

Monday, September 30th, 2024

This week is Tutor Appreciation Week. Stop by the ARC and write a note of thanks to a tutor you know. It can be an ARC consultant, an Open Study Table tutor, a Virtual Learning Center consultant, or a Help Lab tutor. Thank you for showing your support!

All are welcome to join traditional Quaker Open Worship tomorrow

Monday, September 30th, 2024

Join us tomorrow (Wednesday) in Hoover 250 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. for a time of worship, listening to the Spirit, and seeking to discern God’s truth together. Nathanael Ankeny will be hosting. Chapel credit will be offered.

Please reach out to Nathanael at nankeny@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Volunteer to clean up the canyon near Friendsview on Oct. 4

Sunday, September 29th, 2024

Come join a group of students from BUSN 250 cleaning out the Friendsview side of the canyon. We will be working from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4. All help is greatly appreciated!

Email lrandall23@georgefox.edu with questions or to RSVP.

Learn to engage in civil discourse during this three-session series

Thursday, September 26th, 2024

Do you have a desire to learn from your peers and have a civil discussion in a safe environment? Join the Civil Discourse Taskforce in the “Living Room Civil Discussions” series.

Over time, the conversation on political issues has become more personal and difficult to navigate. Social media makes it easier to disagree without resolution. Through this series, we will grow in our ability to have civil conversations together.

Join us at the following times and locations. Snacks are provided.

  • Session One: Monday, Sept. 30, Hadlock Student Lounge, 8 to 9 p.m.
  • Session Two: Thursday, Oct. 17, Pennington lobby, 8 to 9 p.m.
  • Session Three: Tuesday, Oct. 29, Newlin classroom, 8 to 9 p.m.

If you have questions, please reach out to Kara Holcombe at kholcombe@georgfox.edu.

The Community Life Fund is now open

Thursday, September 26th, 2024

Hello Bruins! The Community Life Fund (CLF) is an ASC program with the goal of funding students’ community-building activities.

The CLF is now open and available through a Google Form located on the George Fox website, in the bio of our Instagram (@gfu.asc), or this link.

For any additional questions or concerns, please reach out to Janessa Antemann at ascvpfinance@georgefox.edu.

Discuss ‘Prayer in the Night’ at Resonate seminars this fall

Wednesday, September 25th, 2024

Resonate Seminars are free monthly seminars, open to the public and modeled after our honors program seminars. On Friday, Oct. 11, at 7 p.m., we will discuss Tish Harrison Warren’s “Prayer in the Night,” Parts I-II.

Pre-read the text, take notes and write down questions. Critical perspectives are welcome!

These seminars are facilitated by Dr. Andrew del Rio, honors program faculty fellow and assistant professor of philosophy in the Department of Theology.

Fall 2024 Resonate Seminar Schedule

  • Friday, Oct. 11: Tish Harrison Warren’s “Prayer in the Night,” Parts I-II (pre-read)
  • Friday, Nov. 8: Tish Harrison Warren’s “Prayer in the Night”, Parts III-IV (pre-read)
  • Friday, Dec. 13: Nicholas Wolterstorff’s “Lament for a Son” (pre-read)

Contact Brandy Vazquez at bvazquez@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Loan props to the theater department for our fall production, ‘The Hiding Place’

Wednesday, September 25th, 2024

The upcoming fall theater production needs your help. We’re looking for people willing to loan props for the show season.

This fall’s show, “The Hiding Place,” is set in Holland in 1937. We are looking to borrow hanging wall clocks, table clocks, watches and watchmaking tools. The more time-period accurate, the better. Most will be set dressings, placed on stage and unmoved, but some will be handled and interacted with by actors.

Please contact Atalia Fisher at afisher23@georgefox.edu or Mack Goodsel at mgoodsel23@georgefox.edu about items or if you have any questions.

Plan to attend a character and leadership lecture Monday, Oct. 21

Wednesday, September 25th, 2024

Two character and leadership lecture events will take place Monday, Oct. 21, and you’re invited.

If you are involved in athletics at George Fox, whether athlete, coach or staff, plan to attend “The Athlete’s Journey: How Sports Shape Character” at 8 a.m. in Canyon Commons. Adam Puckett and Sabrina Little will be interviewed, followed by an audience question-and-answer session. Breakfast will be provided.

The public lunch lecture, “Developing Courage through Opposite Actions,” focuses on the development of virtues. It is open to all. Come to Canyon Commons at noon for this lecture, again followed by an audience question-and-answer session. Lunch will be provided.

Contact Brandy Vazquez at bvazquez@georgefox.edu with questions.

Are you a ‘Swiftie?’ Come to the Taylor Swift Conference this October!

Wednesday, September 25th, 2024

This October, the English Department will be putting on the first of our Eclectic Texts Conferences (ETC). This one is all about Taylor Swift. Are you interested in her influence on pop culture? Wondering how her songwriting intersects with literary, political and religious academia? Do you love classic literature and pop music?

Join us for the “Taylor Swift: The Voice of an Age” conference Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25-26, where faculty and students will present papers and engage in discussions about the literary and cultural impact of Taylor Swift.

Registration is available now for only $5. For more information and to register, visit our ETC web page.

Sound like fun? Spread the word! The deadline for registration is Oct. 13. If you have any questions, please reach out to gfu-english@georgefox.edu. We hope to see you there!

Connect with Taiwanese college students during weekly online meetings

Wednesday, September 25th, 2024

Do you know the Christian population in Taiwan is only 3.9%? If you are interested in making friends with college students in Taiwan, you can get to know them in a weekly one-hour Google Meet. By conversing with them in English, you can invite them to learn about Christian faith.

You can choose the most convenient day for your meeting. Meetings will be at either 7 a.m. or 7 p.m. to accommodate the time change.

Stop by  the information table in Canyon Commons between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. today (Thursday) for more details, or email pshih20@georgefox.edu anytime.

Backpack Tunnel Falls with OREC this weekend

Wednesday, September 25th, 2024

Join OREC in backpacking Tunnel Falls, the most unique set of waterfalls the Columbia River Gorge has to offer! We will embark on this overnight excursion Saturday, Sept. 28, and return on Sunday, Sept. 29. Sign up at this link.

You can contact mtollisen21@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Sell your creative wares at Bruinpalooza! Sign up today

Tuesday, September 24th, 2024

Calling all student creators! Sign up to sell your goods or showcase your business at Bruinpalooza.

Bruinpalooza will take place on the quad Saturday, Oct. 12, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity to connect with alumni, fellow students and community members who will be on campus for the homecoming festivities.

We have five student vendor spots available. Register by Friday, Oct. 4, using this link.

Reach out to Britnee Ely in Alumni Relations at bely@georgefox.edu with questions.

Please remember that George Fox University is a smoke-free campus

Tuesday, September 24th, 2024

Campus Public Safety would like to remind you that George Fox University is a tobacco-free and smoke-free campus.

The university prohibits smoking everywhere on campus, including parking lots. Cigarette trash creates more work for our groundskeepers, and it is a fire hazard.

Follow Bon Appetit on Instagram for a chance to win free coffee

Tuesday, September 24th, 2024

Win free coffee at The Bridge Cafe! The Bon is getting social, and we want you to join the fun!

Just follow @BonAppetitGFU on Instagram to enter. We’ll be sharing helpful information, fun reels and all things delicious to keep you in the loop. Join us, and good luck!

The drawing is open to anyone in the George Fox community, including students, faculty and staff. Our first drawing is Oct. 4, so don’t miss out!