Join Contemplative Worship this afternoon in Hoover 250

Tuesday, February 28th, 2023

Join us if you can for Contemplative Worship (or, attentive waiting on the present Christ) today (Wednesday) from 2:15 to 2:45 p.m. in Hoover 250. Spiritual life credit is available for students. We’ll spend time praying for one another as well.

Contact Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu for more information.

Final call for Code Jam 3.0 sign-ups

Tuesday, February 28th, 2023

Now is your last chance to sign up for Code Jam 3.0!

Code Jam 3.0 is a premier hackathon, a weekend-long event where students work collaboratively on a team to build a tech-related project in 30 hours the weekend of Friday, March 10, to Sunday, March 12.

This Code Jam is focused on students turning solutions-oriented and/or creative ideas into real-life, practical projects while working in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. This is the place to showcase your creativity and innovation, as well as create something super cool outside of the classroom.

The goals of the Code Jam are to:

  • Provide student networking opportunities with industry professionals
  • Help build a resume
  • Encourage learning and improvement
  • Practice public speaking and presentation skills, and
  • Have fun and get to know others in the department of computer science

Sign up on our in-house-developed website and keep a keen eye on us here.

Swing by social work department tomorrow to celebrate Social Work Month

Tuesday, February 28th, 2023

Did you know that March is Social Work Month? Come visit the social work department for our open house as we celebrate!

Pop in anytime between noon and 1 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday) in Roberts 215. We will be serving cinnamon rolls and highlighting social work’s valuable work in society.

Please join us! All are welcome! Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Play dodgeball, enjoy free snacks tonight in Hadlock

Monday, February 27th, 2023

Join the Social Work Club tonight (Tuesday) at 7:30 p.m. in Hadlock for the ultimate dodgeball game! We’ll be providing all the snacks and drinks you need to replenish your energy while you go hard at dodgeball.

Can’t wait to see all of George Fox out there! Contact Kristen Anderson at kanderson21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Looking for a housing option in 2023-24? Consider the Friendship House

Monday, February 27th, 2023

The Friendship House is currently accepting applications for the 2023-24 academic year. Our housing is open to graduate-level students as well as undergraduates and post-grads. At this time, our housing opportunities are for women.

The house offers the opportunity for George Fox students to live alongside two individuals experiencing intellectual or developmental disabilities. The only role that a student plays in the life of individuals experiencing disabilities is that of a friend.

You can learn more about us here. (There’s a short video that gives an overview of life at Friendship House). You can also find us on the university’s Living Off Campus page.

Reach out to the Friendship House to request an application or seek more information at fhnewberg@gmail.com or 503-250-0113.

Here are a few details about living at the Friendship House:

Rent: $600/month
Includes: Private bedroom and private half bathroom; shared full bathroom with two students; all utilities provided, including Wi-Fi, water/sewer and garbage.

The Friendship House also supplies basic supplies such as cleaning products and paper products (TP, paper towels, spray cleaner, dishwasher detergent, and dish soap). The house is furnished, and bedrooms have a twin bed and dresser furnished.

Located just a few blocks from George Fox’s main campus in Newberg, it is within walking distance to downtown and the university.

Come hear Randy Woodley speak at Spring Faculty Lecture on March 7

Monday, February 27th, 2023

All are invited to the spring 2023 Faculty Lecture at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7, in Hoover 105.

Our featured speaker, and recipient of the 2021-22 Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Research and Scholarship, is Dr. Randy Woodley, distinguished professor of faith and culture.

Randy fills an important niche with his expertise in Indigenous religions and American Indian culture. Join us as he explores “The Necessity of Converting to an Indigenous Worldview,” and how it might help sustain us through the coming generations.

The lecture is sponsored by the Faculty Development Committee, and refreshments are provided.

For additional information, contact Dawn Ford at dford@georgefox.edu.

New toiletries vending machine installed in Sutton lobby

Monday, February 27th, 2023

Need essential items but don’t have a ride to the store? Rest assured, there is a new vending machine in the Sutton lobby that offers deodorant, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, makeup remover, feminine products, first aid supplies, toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, and many other necessities! This machine also accepts both cash and card and is open to students 24/7.

Questions? Email Serena Draper at sdraper@georgefox.edu.

Registration for Friday’s ‘The Great Escape’ is open

Monday, February 27th, 2023

Come race against the clock and solve puzzles to find your way out of our four escape rooms across campus this Friday, March 3.

The Great Escape rooms are all medieval-themed, so save the princess or slay the dragon to win some prizes. Sign your team up here to make sure you get your first pick of escape rooms. Teams and individuals can all sign up. You won’t want to miss this highly requested fun night!

Here are some more events coming up soon:

  • Tent City (Juniors Abroad): Thursday, March 9, in the quad
  • Cultural Celebration: Friday, March 17, at 7 p.m. in the quad (back-up location to be announced if rainy)
  • Fox Got Talent: Friday, April 7, at 7 p.m. in Bauman

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Head over to the bookstore: Champion apparel on sale

Monday, February 27th, 2023

All Champion brand apparel is 20% off March 1-7 in the Bruin Bookstore, including iconic zip-front hoodies and sweatpants.

Come grab a new look for the chilly weather!

The Bruin Bookstore is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays. Contact Laura King at lking@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Apply now to host a visiting student for Bruin Preview

Monday, February 27th, 2023

Hey Bruins! The admissions office needs your help to make our upcoming Bruin Preview in April a success.

If you live on campus and are willing to host a visiting student overnight the evening of Thursday, April 6, please let us know by filling out this form. Information about training and hosting details are listed on the form. We would love to have you apply!

Questions? Email Miranda Davidson at mdavidson@georgefox.edu

Register now for ‘Strengthening Teams’ Zoom event on April 10

Monday, February 27th, 2023

You are invited to attend a Zoom session, “Strengthening Teams™: Systematic Inclusion Protects Workers from Healthcare Occupation-Related Moral Injury,” hosted by the Interprofessional Primary Care Institute.

We will discuss systemic inclusion in the workplace, explore belonging and how it is related to burnout in the workplace, moral injuries in healthcare work, and how to outline a plan in small and large groups for creating inclusive organizations that protect from moral injury.

The session is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Monday, April 10. Please visit our website for more information and to register.

You can also contact Tammy O’Doherty at todohert@georgefox.edu with any registration questions.

All invited to a songwriting masterclass tomorrow

Monday, February 27th, 2023

Join us for a songwriting masterclass with Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer Grant Norsworthy (formerly of SonicFlood) tomorrow (Wednesday) at 1 p.m. in the Bauman Greenroom. Grant will discuss his approach to writing as well as host an open Q&A. All are welcome.

If you have any questions about the masterclass, contact Aaron Barnhart at abarnhart@georgefox.edu.

Worship with us this Saturday at the Worship Summit

Monday, February 27th, 2023

Join us for an incredible night of worship featuring Willamette Music this Saturday, March 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. There will be a mix of contemporary Christian music and gospel featuring Jahana McCoy and Tucker Fleischmann. Admission is free, and chapel credit is available for students!

Contact Aaron Barnhart at abarnhart@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Survey: ‘Golf for Good’ Tournament

Monday, February 27th, 2023

Please fill out this survey if you are interested in playing in a golf charity event that will be run by a group of students on Saturday, March 18, at the Chehalem Glenn Golf Course.

Questions? Contact Sydney Sandifer at ssandifer21@georgefox.edu.

Thank you!

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.

Sign up now to join ‘The Great Escape’ this Friday night

Sunday, February 26th, 2023

Come race against the clock and solve puzzles to find your way out of our four escape rooms across campus this Friday, March 3.

The Great Escape rooms are all medieval-themed, so save the princess or slay the dragon to win some prizes. Sign your team up here to make sure you get your first pick of escape rooms. Teams and individuals can all sign up. You won’t want to miss this highly requested fun night!

Here are some more events coming up soon:

  • Tent City (Juniors Abroad): Thursday, March 9, in the quad
  • Cultural Celebration: Friday, March 17, at 7 p.m. in the quad (back-up location to be announced if rainy)
  • Fox Got Talent: Friday, April 7, at 7 p.m. in Bauman

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at iconic Nike advertising Wednesday night

Sunday, February 26th, 2023

Join students from the College of Business and the Art and Design program to get a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most iconic advertising campaigns from Portland-based Wieden + Kennedy, including Nike and Old Spice. We’ll meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1, in Hoover 102.

Guest speaker Alex Dobson, a former media and communications planning director with Wieden + Kennedy (and a George Fox alumnus), will share his experience working in the advertising business for some of the world’s most recognized brands.

In addition, come learn about the new “Marketing + Design” (MKTG 485/ARTD 485) course to be offered in the spring of 2024. This course will provide students with the opportunity to collaborate across disciplines in the National Advertising Student Competition, a case competition that challenges students to create and present a marketing campaign for a real-world client while competing against other colleges and universities across the region and nationally (3 credits).

Contact Jim Simmons at jsimmons@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Please donate mac and cheese to the Bruin Community Pantry

Sunday, February 26th, 2023

With only 25 boxes of macaroni and cheese left on the shelf, the Bruin Community Pantry is in desperate need of this popular food item. Many college students have not learned the fine art of cooking, and this food item is a staple for their food cupboard.

As you know, food supply chains are greatly interrupted, and this has affected the Oregon Food Bank’s ability to procure this item. Generic brands have the best price.

If you would prefer to purchase through Amazon, please use the Bruin Community Pantry wish list on Amazon, available here.

Please have these items delivered to the food bank in Roberts 109 during our hours of operation, which can be found here. Thank you so much for your help!

Please contact Jere Witherspoon if you have any questions at bruincommunitypantry@georgefox.edu.

Juniors Abroad trips announced tonight in Bauman

Sunday, February 26th, 2023

Are you ready for Juniors Abroad? Trips for spring of 2024 will be announced tonight (Monday) at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman. Make sure to be there to learn where you could go and how to register!

Questions? Can’t make the meeting? Email Lynn Scott at lscott@georgefox.edu, David Martínez at dmartinez@georgefox.edu, or come by the Center for Study Abroad.

Calling all first-generation students

Sunday, February 26th, 2023

We are searching for all juniors and seniors who are first-generation students at George Fox. First-generation students are those whom neither their parent nor guardian has completed a bachelor’s degree.

Please fill out this form if you are a first-generation student (if you already filled out this form, no need to do it again).

If you have questions about this study, contact Alicia Marcial-Cruz at amarcialcruz19@georgefox.edu.

Join the Comic Book Club at Friday’s Great Escape

Sunday, February 26th, 2023

Happy Monday, Bruins! Come with the Comic Book Club as we go to Student Activities’ Great Escape event this Friday, March 3, in the quad.

We will meet up in Hoover 207 at 6:45 p.m. and go together. The escape rooms are medieval-themed, so this is a great opportunity to dress up and show off your superhero and detective skills.