Tuesday, May 30th, 2023
The Hadlock Student Center’s gym courts are now open again for basketball, volleyball, pickleball, badminton and other activities!
The courts were offline for the month of May for a full resurfacing and repair project. The exercise studios have also undergone resurfacing and are now open for fitness activities once again.
All undergraduate and graduate students continuing for the fall semester are able to use the Hadlock Student Center for free over the summer months!
If you have any questions, please email AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, May 24th, 2023
All university offices in Newberg and at regional sites will be closed this Monday, May 29, to observe the Memorial Day holiday. The libraries in Newberg and the Portland Center will also be closed, although the 24-hour space in the Murdock Library will remain open.
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Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023
Have you heard about this summer’s Fox Film Camp? If you know a high school student who loves filmmaking, they’re not going to want to miss out on this opportunity! Campers will spend a week making their own short film that will premiere at the Friday showcase.
Fox Film Camp is designed for incoming sophomores, juniors and seniors, and runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily the week of June 26-30 on the George Fox campus in Newberg.
To register, visit georgefox.edu/SummerCamps, and to learn more about camp scholarships email summercamps@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, May 22nd, 2023
Do you know a high schooler who loves art? “Made to Make It” campers will take on design challenges and studio projects related to graphic design, printmaking, illustration, painting, photography and so much more!
This art camp experience is designed for incoming sophomores, juniors and seniors and runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily the week of June 26-30. Register today at georgefox.edu/SummerCamps.
Scholarships are available upon request at summercamps@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, May 22nd, 2023
Auditions for the university’s 2023 summer community production of Sense and Sensibility are just around the corner and open to all!
This charming and hilarious adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel will be performed outdoors in late August and will kick off George Fox Theatre’s 2023-24 season. Auditions are open to current George Fox University students, alumni, employees, community members, and any non-union actors.
All roles receive a small stipend for their work. For more details, or to sign up for an audition, please visit this link.
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Monday, May 22nd, 2023
All are invited to join us for a “Following Jesus” short course, taught by Paul Anderson, covering the heart of Christian discipleship from a Quaker perspective. Sessions will be held in person from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Friendsview Retirement Community and also be accessible on Zoom (passcode: FJSC).
Here is the schedule:
- May 23: My Story and Following Jesus Together
- May 30: Evangelism & Convincement and Transforming Worship
- June 6: Ministry & Service and Sacraments & Sacramental Living
- June 20: Blessed are the Peacemakers and Testifying to the Truth
The course is offered free of charge to all who are interested; we recommend participants purchase their own copies of Following Jesus: The Heart of Faith and Practice, as the course will cover the content of two book chapters per session.
Contact Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Wednesday, May 17th, 2023
Summer is quickly approaching, and so is your last chance to sign up for Summer Online!
Summer Online courses are less than half the price of regular tuition – and run for eight weeks, starting June 5. It’s a great way to create space in your fall schedule, while saving time and money! Plus, courses are flexible and taught by George Fox professors that you know and love.
You can see a full list of courses offered at class.georgefox.edu, under 2023 Summer Term. Register on MyGeorgeFox this week to save your spot!
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Wednesday, May 17th, 2023
The Portland Writing Center (PWC) is switching scheduling software from Penji to TracCloud. To make an appointment with the PWC, please go to traccloud.georgefox.edu.
All George Fox graduate and undergraduate students may schedule remote writing or academic coaching appointments with the PWC throughout the summer. Live Zoom consultations are preferred, though alternatives can be discussed if consultant availability doesn’t align with a student’s schedule.
If you have questions about PWC services or experience difficulty scheduling with TracCloud, please email wc@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, May 15th, 2023
Come join Bon Appetit for our summer specials in the Bridge Cafe and enjoy a meal on the patio! The patio lunches will start up at 11:15 a.m.
This week, we’ll have “Taco Tuesday,” so come enjoy some pollo asado tacos! On Wednesday, we will have crispy chicken caesar wraps.
Please check out georgefox.cafebonappetit.com for specials each week.
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Sunday, May 14th, 2023
Calling all veterans! You are welcome to have a cup of coffee (and delish pastries) with the university’s Veterans Club every Tuesday. We meet from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Nut Tree Ranch Community Center (2902 E. 2nd St., in Newberg) to share in conversation and fellowship.
We have guest speakers every so often, but mostly this is an hour of meeting new faces and getting out of the house for a bit of conversation with Christian veterans. Please join us. We would love to have you! The coffee has been graciously sponsored by Caravan Coffee Roasters.
Contact Stauros Gibson at sgibson21@georgefox.edu for more information.
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Thursday, May 11th, 2023
Plant Services will only be open from 1 to 3:30 p.m. today (Friday).
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Wednesday, May 10th, 2023
Are you prepared to take full advantage of the heat wave this weekend? Stop by Hadlock to rent inflatable paddleboards, inflatable (or normal/rigid) kayaks, and river tubes this summer!
We are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and reservations are highly encouraged. To browse our equipment and to reserve at no cost, visit this webpage.
If you have questions about summer rentals, please contact AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, May 10th, 2023
The Northwest Center for Play Therapy Studies at George Fox University is proud to share the return of its Summer Institute June 5-9. National leaders in the field of play therapy will be presenting, including Dr. Dee Ray, Dr. Garry Landreth, Dr. LaKaavia Taylor, J.P. Lilly, and Dr. Kevin O’Connor.
Students and alumni are encouraged to attend one or multiple days and utilize the discounted student rate. Please visit this link for more information and to register.
Contact the Northwest Center for Play Therapy Studies with any questions at playtherapy@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, May 9th, 2023
Plant Services will only be open from 1 to 3:30 p.m. this Friday, May 12.
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Tuesday, May 9th, 2023
This is your last chance to sign up for events at the Doctor of Physical Therapy program’s annual Health and Wellness Week.
We’re offering exercise and nutrition classes at the Medical Sciences Building (448 Werth Blvd.), all of which start at 6 p.m., and a “Pool-A-Palooza” event for kids at the Chehalem Aquatic Center.
Here is the schedule:
- Monday, May 15: DASH Diet Taster and Educational Session
- Tuesday, May 16: Yoga Session
- Wednesday, May 17: High Fitness Class
- Thursday, May 18: Sports Nutrition (Taster and Educational Session)
- Saturday, May 20, at 3:30 p.m.: Pool-A-Palooza (Chehalem Aquatic Center)
Additional details can be found here. To sign up for events (or to ask questions), please email Jason Brumitt at jbrumitt@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, May 9th, 2023
Ever wanted to learn how to make those gorgeous hanging baskets that grace our George Fox quad area? Now’s your chance!
Join us in the covered lower level of the Thomas Center this morning (Wednesday) and we’ll show you how it’s done. You will learn this valuable lesson on how these beauties are assembled and help us in plant services in the process.
We’ll start at 8 a.m. and go for approximately four hours. You are welcome to join in the class at any time. See you then!
Questions? Contact the plant services office at 503-554-2010.
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Tuesday, May 9th, 2023
The Bruin Bookstore is now on its summer schedule. We are open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. We’ll resume our regular hours on Aug. 7. Have a great summer!
Contact Laura King at lking@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Sunday, May 7th, 2023
Ever wanted to learn how to make those gorgeous hanging baskets that grace our George Fox quad area? Now’s your chance!
Join us in the covered lower level of the Thomas Center this Wednesday, May 10, and we’ll show you how it’s done. You will learn this valuable lesson on how these beauties are assembled and help us in plant services in the process.
We’ll start at 8 a.m. and go for approximately four hours. You are welcome to join in the class at any time. See you then!
Questions? Contact the plant services office at 503-554-2010.
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Sunday, May 7th, 2023
The Bruin Community Pantry food bank’s summer hours started on Monday, May 1, and will run through Friday, Aug. 25.
Here are our summer hours:
- Mondays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 4-6 p.m.
- Tuesdays: Noon to 1:30 p.m.; 4-5:30 p.m.
- Wednesdays: 9-11 a.m.
- Thursdays: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 4-6 p.m.
We will be closed May 29, June 19 and July 4. If you need access to the food bank outside of these hours, please contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, May 4th, 2023
You will soon encounter construction work encroaching on the pedestrian walkway that connects the end of the Crisman Crossing bridge to the main campus.
Please follow the designated detour path. Do not cross through caution tape or jump fences, and be very careful walking on uneven surfaces. It is important to stay aware when passing near construction zones. Thank you!
– Plant Services
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