Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
We’re excited to host our next CREO paint night! “Creo†translates to “create’ in Latin. We will have a special Christmas-themed event, and we will be painting wood slices!
Join us at 6 p.m. this Tuesday, Nov. 30, in Canyon Commons 102 & 103 for a fun, relaxing and creative experience. All skill levels are welcome, and all supplies will be provided. Just be sure to wear something that you don’t mind getting a little paint on!
Spiritual life credit will be available for this event. We hope to see you there!
If you have any questions, contact Stephanie Lopez (slopez@georgefox.edu).
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Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
Next weekend is the Gatsby Gala! The winter formal will be from 8 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, at the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum in McMinnville!
There will be hors d’oeuvres, a photo booth, and plenty of dancing! Tickets will be on sale in Canyon Commons Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m., and will also be available in the student life office in Hadlock during office hours Nov. 29 through Dec. 3.
Coming Up:
- Holiday Hangout: Friday, Dec. 10, Quad & Stevens Center
5-7 p.m.: Art Walk Bingo
7-9 p.m.: Christmas Activities & Art Market
Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
Get into the holiday spirit and donate a food-related gift card to help local families in need! Every year, the spiritual life office partners with local schools to provide local families with gift cards to food/local restaurants, grocery stores, food delivery, Visa gift cards, etc.
Gift cards can be dropped off at the spiritual life office (Barclay House).
Any questions? Email spiritual life at spirituallife@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
The autism awareness group is organizing an event at the football stadium for the Sunday after Thanksgiving (Nov. 28). The event will include a run around the track, listening to speakers, passing out fidgets, and more to raise money for Autism Awareness. We will meet from 1 to 4 p.m.
We hope to see you there!
Questions? Contact Gavin Schippers at gschippers20@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
Have you considered applying to be an RA? Residence Life is hosting info nights for students to hear from current RAs about their experience! These events will be happening at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 1, in Canyon Commons 101 and at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 7, in the Intercultural Resource Center.
If you have any questions, ask your RA or AC, or email us at reslife@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
Calling all readers and writers of Young Adult Fiction! Young Adult (YA) fiction is one of the hottest writing genres going, and George Fox is blessed to have an award-winning YA author in its English department: Guadalupe Garcia McCall.
This spring, Professor McCall is offering a special course in writing Young Adult Fiction. The class will be an introduction to the genre; you will read several examples of YA fiction and will have the opportunity to develop your own YA novel.
The class (WRIT 465A) meets at 9:25 a.m. on Tuesday and Thursdays.
Questions? Contact Professor McCall at ggarciamccall@georgefox.edu. You can check out Professor McCall’s publications and writing awards here.
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Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
The Department of History and Politics has added a new course for spring semester – HIST 485: Immigration Nation. The U.S. has had more immigrants than any other nation in the history of the world, and this class explores the motivations, contributions, and experiences of immigrants from the colonial period to the present.
The course is open to all interested students and carries no prerequisites. It will meet from 11 to 11:50 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays this spring.
For additional information, please contact Ryan Dearinger (rdearinger@georgefox.edu).
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
The Office for Spiritual Life invites you to join us this morning (Tuesday) for a special Thanksgiving chapel. We will be led in worship by Worship Artist Olivia Pothoff, hear testimonies of thankfulness from students and faculty, and take communion together.
Come worship with us at 10:50 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium!
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
The Maker Hub is hosting Santa’s workshop events for students and employees who would like to give quality handmade gifts for Christmas this year. Come make custom leather goods, jewelry, linens, keychains and more on Dec. 1 and 3. All tools and materials are provided, free of charge, by the Maker Hub!
After you’ve made your creation(s), join us in the Maker Hub on Monday, Dec. 6, to wrap your workshop gifts, decorate Christmas cookies, eat mac and cheese, and watch Elf. Wrapping paper and food are provided!
We hope you take advantage of these fantastic opportunities:
Workshop Dates
- Wednesday, Dec. 1, 4-6 p.m.
- Friday, Dec. 3, 2-5 p.m.
Gift-Wrapping Party
- Monday, Dec. 6, 7-9 p.m.
- Showing of Elf starts at 8 p.m.
Questions? Contact Anika Perry at perrya20@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
Want help with a paper? Looking for support on how to stay organized and study for tests as finals get closer?
If so, you can book an appointment with the Academic Resource Center (ARC) and finish the semester strong. Be sure to schedule early, because appointments fill up fast this time of year.
Questions? Contact Hannah Jackson (hjackson@georgefox.edu) or visit our website.
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
The Associated Student Community (ASC) and the Intercultural Resource Center (IRC) want to hear from you! Come join us for a town hall regarding racial justice and equity at 7 p.m. tonight (Tuesday) in Canyon Commons Room 101. Employees and students are welcome, and snacks will be provided!
Contact Caitlin White at cwhite17@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
The university community is invited to a pair of free presentations on campus next week …
Eric Patterson, a leading student of the just war tradition who has worked in academia, the White House, and the U.S. Department of State, will speak on the topic “Was America’s War in Afghanistan a Just War?†at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 29, in Hoover 105. Patterson serves in the U.S. Navy Reserve and is currently executive vice president of the Religious Freedom Institute.
The following evening, on Tuesday, Nov. 30, guest Jennifer Marshall will present a lecture entitled “Freedom to Flourish: Reforming Antipoverty Policy†at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105. Marshall has served as vice president of the Heritage Foundation and is currently a senior visiting fellow in its Institute of Family, Community and Opportunity. She is widely published and has testified before Congress on several occasions.
Please direct questions to Mark David Hall at mhall@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
Are you interested in working or interning in Washington, D.C.? Come hear and ask questions of Jennifer Marshall, a longtime policy analyst for the Heritage Foundation, and Eric Patterson, executive vice president of the Religious Freedom Institute, describe what it is like to intern or work in Washington, D.C.
Both speakers have extensive experience working for a wide range of governmental and non-governmental agencies and will answer questions about how to get an internship or job with your ideal organization. We will meet at 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 29, in Lemmons 15.
Please direct questions to Mark David Hall at mhall@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
Did you know George Fox University has a YouTube channel? New content is uploaded every week.
Watch students share their experiences at George Fox University through “Life@Fox” or “Flippin’ Thru My Phone” videos. You can also learn more about programs from our “Fox Fast Facts” series, including our undergraduate, graduate, ADP and digital offerings.
Please subscribe here to stay up-to-date!
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
The Murdock Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 24, and will remain closed until 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28. The 24-hour space will remain open.
Questions? Contact Mary Cameron at mcameron@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
Join us remotely or in-person at the Wheeler eSports arena for University Recreation’s first eSports event: Super Smash Bros!
If you’re interested, sign up here. To play from home, you will need a Nintendo device. The tournament will take place from 8 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3.
Email Angel Glockling (aglockling@georgefox.edu) with any questions you have.
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Monday, November 22nd, 2021
Sign up with a partner through IMLeagues for our upcoming cornhole tournament! The event will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4.
First-place winners will receive an intramural champion shirt, mask, and a place on our intramural champions wall!
Please contact Emiline Bova (ebova19@georgefox.edu) with any questions you have.
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Sunday, November 21st, 2021
The holiday season is upon us, and the shopping has begun. Please be aware that the time to ship packages may take a little longer than usual due to various circumstances.
Plan ahead so you are not caught spending high shipping prices trying to get a package to a loved one before Christmas. Below are the recommended dates from USPS for packages to arrive before Christmas.
Holiday Shipping Dates for Contiguous U.S. (lower 48 states)
- USPS Ground: Dec. 15
- USPS First Class Mail: Dec. 17
- USPS Priority: Dec. 18
Holiday Shipping Dates for Alaska and Hawaii
- USPS Ground: Dec. 2
- USPS First Class Mail: Dec. 17
- USPS Priority: Dec. 18
You can follow this link for more shipping information. If you have additional questions, please contact Richard Silver at rsilver@georgefox.edu.
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Sunday, November 21st, 2021
Please note that the Hadlock Student Center will be closed starting from 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 24, until 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28, at which time we will reopen for normal hours of operation.
Related group exercise programs, intramural sports, and other reoccurring events will not be occurring during this time. Contact AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Sunday, November 21st, 2021
Do you love the Portland Trail Blazers? Would you like to win free tickets to an upcoming game? Information Services has nine pairs of 300-level tickets to give away to students for upcoming games now through February!
Come to the Information Desk on the first floor of Stevens at 1:50 p.m. today (Monday). Wear your favorite Blazer gear, answer a trivia question (just for fun), and walk away with a pair of tickets to the game of your choice from the list of available games. Tickets are given away on a first-come, first-served basis.
Questions? Email Barbi Doran at bdoran@georgefox.edu. Go Blazers!
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