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George Fox University Theatre is pleased to announce that its production of “Godspell: 2012 Revised Version” opens Thursday, Jan. 27.

Performances in Wood-Mar Auditorium are scheduled as follows:

• Thursday-Saturday, Jan. 27-29 and Feb. 3-5, at 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday matinees: Jan. 30 and Feb. 6 at 2 p.m.

You can purchase tickets here or by calling the performing arts box office at 503-554-2670.

All patrons must be masked – there are no exceptions. Our ticketing system will automatically place one empty seat on either side of your ticket purchase to create extra space between you and the patrons next to you. Please choose the gray seats to seat your entire party together with no spaces between you. The system will add the gray/COVID seat after your purchase is complete. We encourage all patrons to be vaccinated to help protect our actors and fellow audience members from COVID-19.

Students may acquire free tickets for Thursday night performances. George Fox faculty and staff are entitled to one free ticket for the run of the show. Both options may be selected when you purchase or select your tickets in our online ticketing system. Please use your George Fox email address when ordering.

For details or assistance, email Kathy Harris at kharris@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2670.

Do you want to make a difference on the George Fox campus? Campus Public Safety is currently hiring student officers.

If your post-graduation plans include a career in law enforcement, criminal justice, social work or psychology, this is a great work-study position for practical job experience. Check out our posting in Handshake to apply.

Questions? Call us at 503-554-2090.

Attention all psychology majors and minors: The Psychology Club is electing a new vice president for this semester!

You can apply for the position here. Applications are due Friday, Jan. 21, and elections open Sunday, Jan. 23. We will announce the election results Wednesday, Jan. 26.

We would love your input on what the club does this semester, and we hope to see your application! 

Questions? Contact Maddy Angerame at mangerame18@georgefox.edu.

The Health and Counseling Center will be offering Moderna COVID vaccines and boosters at clinics in Canyon Commons from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, and from 8:30 a.m. to noon Friday, Jan. 21. No appointments are necessary, and vaccinations will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.

Questions? Contact Molly Hickok at mhickok@georgefox.edu.

Our donor-funded scholarships application is now open for traditional undergraduate students!

By accessing Student Resources in the MyGeorgeFox portal, students can complete just one application with the opportunity to be matched with more than 200 of these scholarships.

Donor-funded scholarships range from $500 to $15,000. Criteria include (but aren’t limited to) background, academic major, financial need, career goals and grade level. Once your application and essay are submitted, you’re put in the running for the scholarships you qualify for. It’s that easy!

If you’re looking for a way to fill the gap for the 2022-23 academic year, this is a great opportunity! While you’re not guaranteed a scholarship, we encourage all eligible students to apply.

Didn’t receive a scholarship last year? Because some scholarships consider grade level, it’s a good idea to complete the application each year you are eligible. You may be qualified for some scholarships you weren’t in previous years.

Deadlines and dates to remember:

• Feb. 11 – Application closes
• Feb. 14 – Letters of recommendation due (when applicable)

Questions? Reach out to our Scholarship Resource Center at scholarships@georgefox.edu.

It is always good to be prepared for an emergency! Check out the following links for some basic emergency tools, tips, and resources.

• Make a Plan
• Helpful Information for an Earthquake
• Tips on Fire Safety
• First Aid Kits/CPR and AED

If you have questions, feel free to contact Campus Public Safety or the student life office. Be well!

Are you a first-generation student? If so, join us from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, in Hoover 105 for “A Guide to Grad School: A First-Gen Journey.”

The event will feature first-generation George Fox University faculty and alumni panelists. They’ll share their experiences and provide advice to help students navigate the process of gaining admission to graduate school.

A question-and-answer session will take place toward the end of the event. Our goal is to build a community of first-generation college students and provide details about graduate school.

Questions? Contact Isabela Flores at iflores17@georgefox.edu.

Have you ever thought about studying abroad in Ecuador or Italy?

Stop by Canyon Commons from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 25, to talk with Bethany Codding about study abroad opportunities that include engaging classes and amazing trips.

Questions? Send an email to studyabroadcenter@georgefox.edu.

Join the Intercultural Resource Center and the Department of Communication and Cinematic Arts at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, in Hoover 105 for a screening of the film, “I Am Not Your Negro.”

Based on writer James Baldwin’s unfinished novel, “Remember This House,” this film tells the story of race in modern America and Baldwin’s interactions with civil rights leaders Medgar Evers, Malcom X and Martin Luther King Jr.

There will also be a brief Q&A with Professor Steven Classen, chair of the Department of Communication and Cinematic Arts and author of “Watching Jim Crow: The Struggles Over Mississippi TV.” Published by Duke University Press, Classen’s work received the 2004 McGannon Center Award for Social and Ethical Relevance in Communication Policy Research.

Questions? Contact D’Metri Jacques Mattocks at dmattocks@georgefox.edu.

Everyone is invited to join us in Bauman Auditorium at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 19, for a night of worship with our worship artist in residence, Olivia Pothoff, and her amazing band.

We hope to see you tonight!

Questions? Contact Jamie Johnson at  jamiej@georgefox.edu.

Psychologist Carl Jung coined the term “shadow” to refer to the parts of ourselves we hide, repress and deny. Robert Bly called the shadow “the long bag we drag behind us.” We place all that would cause us pain and conflict into the bag, but it holds incredible power to transform our lives, relationships and communities.

On Friday, Feb. 18, join Michael Simmons for an online course, “Companioning Our Shadow: Emotions & Relationships.” Simmons will explore practices and tools for companioning our shadow, particularly surrounding our emotions and how they impact our relationships. This course is a space to invite Christ to meet our hidden parts and deepen the healing process.

Simmons is a spiritual director and retreat facilitator, and he serves on the leadership team with Companioning Center and the board of Deep Water, a local community that provides tools, processes and sacred space for women and men to heal.

Simmons is a doctoral student at Portland Seminary and an ordained elder in the Free Methodist Church. The course will be offered via Zoom from 9 to 11 a.m. The cost is $39, and the Zoom link will be provided. You can register here if you’re interested.

Questions? Contact Simmons at msimmons@georgefox.edu.

Representatives from 10 Christian camps will be available in Canyon Commons from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Jan. 26, to tell students about summer work opportunities.

If you’re interested in working at a camp this summer, this is your chance to talk directly with the folks who can make it happen.

Questions? Contact Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Are you hoping to travel over spring break? Attend a free workshop about how to plan an adventure road trip!

This session will be presented by two of University Recreation’s outdoor recreation trip leaders. It will feature a variety of tips, tricks and techniques to plan an exciting spring break getaway. The workshop will take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, at the Hadlock Student Center. You can register here.

Have questions? Email jfuentes19@georgefox.edu.

Interested in seeing the Theatre Department’s upcoming musical? How about seeing it for free?

As we get closer to the Jan. 27 opening of ‘Godspell: 2012 Revised Version,’ we’re on the lookout for ushers to help each night. This is a night-by-night volunteer opportunity – there’s no need to commit to every performance. And by helping us out, you’ll get you a free seat to the show!

Contact Linnaea Rusaw at lrusaw17@georgefox.edu if you’re interested or have any questions.

Hello, dancers! The Swing Dance Club is up and running this semester with a whole bunch of new events!

Regular club meetings are from 6:30 to 9 p.m. most Saturdays in the FoxHole (the lower level of the Klages Center).

Here’s the meeting schedule:

• Beginner lessons are from 6:30 to 7 p.m. This is when you can learn everything you need to swing dance.
• Intermediate lessons are from 7 to 7:30 p.m. This is for people who want to learn more fancy and stylish dance moves.
• 7:30 to 9 p.m. is the free dance period, which is perfect for showing off what you know on the dance floor!

For our official schedule of events, click here. If you have any questions or would like to be added to the email list, contact Mark Berglin at mberglin19@georgefox.edu.

We hope to see you this semester!

We’d like to invite you to the first Sources of Strength meeting of the spring semester. The meeting runs from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, in Roberts 117.

The meeting will feature snacks, games and time to learn about Sources of Strength. Come help us reach out to George Fox with hope, health and strength!

Questions? Contact Grace Emhoff at gemhoff20@georgefox.edu.

The George Fox Ping Pong Club is ready for a semester full of friendly competition, and we hope to see you at our meetings!

Skill levels range from beginner to experienced. Regardless of your expertise, you’ll find plenty of people to play against. Everyone is welcome.

Please fill out this form to help us pick the best times and locations for our meetings. You can sign up for email updates and share your ideas as well.

Please email nredmanbrown20@georgefox.edu or mooreb20@georgefox.edu with any and all questions. Have a great spring semester!

President Robin Baker reflects upon times when America did not live up to its promise and the challenging words of two men, Frederick Douglass and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who stood up and fought for African-American freedom. Read his blog post here.

Did you know that students have to complete the FAFSA every year to be considered for federal and state aid? Our office is busy preparing financial aid packages for next year, and we want to make sure the aid packages are as complete as possible.

To put yourself in the best position for next year, be sure to go to fafsa.gov and submit your 2022-23 FAFSA by Feb. 1.

Have questions? Please reach out to the Office of Financial Aid. You can contact us, schedule an appointment or schedule a FAFSA Help Session. We’re here to help!