Celebrate our veterans this morning at the clock tower

Wednesday, November 9th, 2022

Veterans will be uniting by the clock tower! We are celebrating Veterans Day together. Please join us in thanking George Fox veterans at 9 a.m. this morning (Thursday).

Contact Stauros Gibson at sgibson21@georgefox.edu for more information about the Veterans Club.

More free COVID vaccine clinics will be held next week

Wednesday, November 9th, 2022

More COVID-19 Bivalent (Pfizer) booster vaccination clinics are here!

The clinics will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 9 to 11 a.m. and Friday, Nov. 18, from 9 to noon. at the Health and Counseling Center on the Newberg campus (located on River Street). The vaccines are free of charge.

Please arrive five minutes early to your appointment and bring your COVID card with you. We will see you there!

Call 503-554-2340 if you have any questions, or to schedule an appointment.

Survey: Soccer Camp

Wednesday, November 9th, 2022

Do you have someone close to you between the ages of 4 and 13 who enjoys soccer or wants to learn? Please fill out this survey in order for us to plan a soccer camp in the near future.

The camp will have a small fee and will raise money for the Special Olympics. Donations are also welcome if you are unable to participate. Thank you for your feedback!

For more information or you have any questions, contact Ashley Foster at afoster20@georgefox.edu.

Disclaimer: These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Survey: Grocery Delivery Service

Wednesday, November 9th, 2022

Have you used grocery delivery in the last 90 days? Please fill out this survey to help our marketing research team look for data on users of grocery delivery services.

Feel free to contact Nathanael Freeman at nfreeman19@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Disclaimer: These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

De-stress with the Social Work Club tonight

Wednesday, November 9th, 2022

Are you stressed and overwhelmed?

Come join us tonight (Thursday) in Stevens 207 for Homework Night! We’ll be providing snacks and a comfy space for you to do homework and de-stress a bit. We plan on being there from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Talk to Kristen Anderson or email her at kanderson21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Plant Services will be closed this Friday for work day

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022

Plant Services will be closed this Friday, Nov. 11, for our monthly work day. If you have any immediate (emergency) needs, please contact Campus Public Safety at 503-554-2090. Thank you!

Get half price on all items at Friendview’s garage sale this week

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022

Looking for great deals on clothing, shoes, kitchen items, furniture and Christmas decorations? Swing by Friendview’s garage sale on either Friday, Nov. 11, or Saturday, Nov. 12!

The sale runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. And here’s the best part: George Fox students get half price on all items!

We are at 1301 E. Fulton St., right across the street from the football/track stadium. All proceeds from the sale will benefit the Friendsview Resident Council that funds activities, events and committees.

Contact Nikki Deckon at ndeckon@friendsview.org with any questions. See you there!

Take Thriving Quotient Survey to share your feedback about Fox

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022

Use your voice to help shape the future of George Fox. Take the 2022 Thriving Quotient Survey today. The submission deadline is this Friday, Nov. 11.

This year, George Fox is participating in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities’ Thriving Campus Initiative. This means that the feedback you share will help us to gain a better understanding of the student experience at George Fox, both as a campus community and in relation to other Christian colleges and universities.

Our goal is to help leaders in student life, academic affairs, the registrar’s office and elsewhere make improvements to our campus community and student experience.

Please participate by completing the survey that corresponds with your academic status:

Earn a chance to win a $25 gift card when you submit your completed survey.

The Hadlock ‘Gearage’ sale starts today

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022

The ‘Gearage’ Sale is now open at the Hadlock Student Center!

Swing by to shop anytime that Hadlock is open, between now and Sunday, Nov. 27. Shop early for the best deals and selection.

You can also sell your own goods or donate items for the scholarship. This year, we have over 100 backpacks for sale, 30 longboards, 12 paddleboards, 15 sleeping bags, and so much more! It’s our biggest sale yet with some of our best deals yet.

If you have questions about the sale, please email AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.

Join us for Contemplative Worship this afternoon in Hoover 250

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022

All are welcome to join us today (Wednesday) for Contemplative Worship after the manner of Friends from 2:15 to 2:45 p.m. in Hoover 250. SpiL credit is available for students.

For more information or if you have any questions, contact Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu.

Submit your Richter proposals before Wednesday, Nov. 23

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022

The Richter Scholars program is accepting a second round of proposals which will be due Wednesday, Nov. 23.

The Richter Scholars program distributes funds to support student research activities that are devised, initiated and carried out by individual student researchers, with mentorship, guidance and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.

The purpose of these funds is to support educational research opportunities that encourage the practices of independent thought leading to independent achievement and personal responsibility.

For the purpose of this program, research is defined as a knowledge-generating activity that is designed to provide new information on a topic, tool, or process, and that proceeds according to established and accepted research methods.

Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria here. 

*Faculty mentors: Please note that several important proposal elements and eligibility requirements have been recently updated. Please thoroughly read through all posted documentation as you work with your student mentee to prepare a proposal.

All submittals will be electronic and are due Wednesday, Nov. 23.

For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.

Watch the debate team hold a mock bank robbery trial today

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022

The debate team is putting on a bank robbery mock trial! Come to Hoover 105 today (Wednesday) at 5 p.m. and help decide the fate of a bank robbery suspect. Snacks will be provided!

Questions? Contact Anika Perry at perrya20@georgefox.edu.

Survey: Gym

Tuesday, November 8th, 2022

Do you like going to the gym? Please take our survey here to help us gather data!

If you have any questions, contact Gabi Smith at smithg19@georgefox.edu.

Disclaimer: These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

We want to honor your military service on Veterans Day

Monday, November 7th, 2022

Are you a military veteran who is also a George Fox student, alumnus or employee? We want to honor you on Veterans Day (Nov. 11) by sharing your story on our social media pages.

To participate, please send a photo from your time in the military to Jeremy Lloyd (jlloyd@georgefox.edu) and provide the following information:

  • Name
  • Rank and branch of the military
  • Dates/locations of service

In addition, please answer one of these questions:

  1. Why did you choose to serve?
  2. What moment stands out most from your time in the military?
  3. What was it like to transition back to civilian life?

Questions? Contact Jeremy Lloyd.

Take Thriving Quotient Survey to share feedback on Fox

Monday, November 7th, 2022

Use your voice to help shape the future of George Fox. Take the 2022 Thriving Quotient Survey today. The submission deadline is this Friday, Nov. 11.

This year, George Fox is participating in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities’ Thriving Campus Initiative. This means that the feedback you share will help us to gain a better understanding of the student experience at George Fox, both as a campus community and in relation to other Christian colleges and universities.

Our goal is to help leaders in student life, academic affairs, the registrar’s office and elsewhere make improvements to our campus community and student experience.

Please participate by completing the survey that corresponds with your academic status:

Earn a chance to win a $25 gift card when you submit your completed survey.

Join us for a cultural game night today at 5 p.m.

Monday, November 7th, 2022

International Student Services, the Spanish department and the Latinx Heritage Club invite you to join us for a cultural game night and a chance to win prizes! We will be in the Minthorn basement today (Tuesday) at 5 p.m. for game night.

If you have any questions, contact Kerry Ford at fordk@georgefox.edu.

Come to an info meeting for spring break trips tonight in Hadlock

Monday, November 7th, 2022

University Recreation is hosting an info session tonight (Tuesday) at 8 p.m. at the Hadlock Student Center. Come learn about our two epic trips — the SoCal Scenic Route and the Rocky Mountain Adventure!

Students who attend will be entered in a drawing for $150 toward a spring break trip of their choice! There will also be snacks and swag available for those who attend. To RSVP, go here.

If you have any questions, please email Jasmin Fuentes at jfuentes19@georgefox.edu

Are you ready for Trivia Night this Friday?

Monday, November 7th, 2022

Join us for one of Fox’s most popular traditions, Trivia Night, this Friday, Nov. 11, at 8 p.m. in the Bon!

Get your friends together and battle it out to win some amazing awards. As always, Taco Bell will be served. Sign up here to be a part of this fun night!

  • First place: Top Golf gift card
  • Second place: Winter Formal tickets
  • Third place: Movie night package

Another one of Fox’s most exciting traditions is coming up on Friday, Nov. 18. You won’t want to miss out on this great show. Lip Sync auditions are in full swing, so get your friends together and sign up for this amazing tradition, which includes a chance to win $500. Sign up here to be part of the action. You wont regret it!

Winter formal tickets go on sale next week. More information to follow.

Check out the Activities Weekly email for more details. Here are some events coming up:

  • Lip Sync: Friday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m. in Bauman
  • Winter Formal: Saturday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. at NW Events
  • Holiday Hangout: Friday, Dec. 9, at 7 p.m. in Wheeler

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Interested in church planting?

Sunday, November 6th, 2022

Are you interested in church planting? If so, there is a digital conference happening this week to which you are invited!

Registration is free, it is all digital, and you will get SpiL credit for attending. Please enter the code ZUSE in iAttended to sign up!

Contact Jamie Johnson at jamiej@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Thinking of applying to PA or PT programs? Check out these support services

Sunday, November 6th, 2022

If you’re thinking about applying to the physician assistant (PA) or physical therapy (DPT) programs at George Fox, we have support services for you.

The registrar’s office has created a list of prerequisite classes that can be visible above your degree plan to ensure you stay on track when registering for classes. You don’t have to take these classes immediately, but they’re available when you’re ready.

Your CAP coach and faculty advisor can also see these classes, providing you with the best support. Complete this form to get access to this support service.

We also have some helpful worksheets for you to track all the admissions requirements (think: GPA, healthcare experience/shadowing, and volunteer work). Reach out to your program admissions counselor for more info about these resources.

For physician assistant applicants, contact Cristina Schmitt at cschmitt@georgefox.edu or 503-554-6097.

For physical therapy applicants, contact Megan Bos at mbos@georgefox.edu or 503-554-6123.