Wednesday, February 28th, 2024
Hello! We’re Team Personal Finance, a group of undergraduate business students partnering with financial professionals and churches to host an event that takes the fear out of talking about money and helps young adults think intentionally about their financial decisions.
We need your input to determine how we can host a personal finance event that is engaging, helpful, comfortable, and meaningful. You can partner with us to make this event great by filling out this two-minute, eight-question survey.
Thank you for helping us effectively serve the community in this way!
Questions? Feel free to reach out to Peter Nordlund at pnordlund20@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.
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Wednesday, February 28th, 2024
Rally for Revival is back! The George Fox Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is hosting a night of worship, prayer and testimonies on Monday, March 11, at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.
We want to invite all of our surrounding communities (George Fox, FCA huddles from around the area, local churches, etc.) to join us as we come together to pursue revival in our time.
For more information, or to get connected, please contact Alvin Lai at alai20@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, February 28th, 2024
Join us for a dinner around the globe! We’ll be having dishes from all over the world on Wednesday, March 13, at 7 p.m. at the Moore House (IRC). We will be eating meals, snacks, drinks, and desserts from places like India, Peru, Japan, Ethiopia, Mexico, and many more.
All you have to do is show up and be ready to try something new.
Please fill out this form to RSVP so we can prepare enough food for everyone. Feel free to bring a friend, just make sure they fill out the form as well. This will be a great experience. See you then!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email Ayahna Bahati at abahati21@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, February 27th, 2024
Do you like showing others ways to be a more effective and efficient student? Do your friends always come to you to look over their papers before they turn them in? Do you have a GPA above 3.0?
If you answered yes to these questions, you might have a future as an ARC consultant in the Academic Resource Center. We are interested in students from any major, not just English!
Applications for the 2024-25 academic year are due by Friday, March 8. Application instructions and additional information are available at this Handshake job posting.
Contact Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
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Tuesday, February 27th, 2024
Come join us for Quaker Worship tomorrow (Thursday) from 11 to 11:30 a.m. in Hoover 250 for a time of quiet waiting on the Lord for guidance, healing and empowerment. Nathanael Ankeny will be hosting. SpiL credit will be offered.
Feel free to reach out to Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Tuesday, February 27th, 2024
Do you have a lot of plastic bags lying around? Save them! The Arts & Crafts and Stewards of Sustainability clubs are putting on an event on Saturday, March 9, where we will be making art out of trash. These projects include learning how to make wallets out of old plastic and knit with yarn made of grocery bags.
In preparation for the event, please start collecting plastic bags that would otherwise be thrown away. These could include takeout bags, grocery bags, bread bags, or other similar items. You can then bring your materials to the event to work with or donate to others to work with.
Feel free to reach out to Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu with any questions. A time and place for the event will soon be announced.
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Tuesday, February 27th, 2024
Curious about how exercise fatigue impacts fine motor skill performance? We are looking for current George Fox students to explore this question. Participate in two short, fun sessions evaluating the speed of your fine motor skills following various exercises.
You will run one lap at full speed for the first session, then max out your hand grip strength for the other. To sign up, follow this link and be sure to include your full name.
Contact Aireen Celestino at acelestino20@georgefox.edu with any questions or if you would like to participate.
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Tuesday, February 27th, 2024
Come watch The Lorax with the Stewards of Sustainability Club and Comic Book Club in honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday. Join us in Hoover 105 this Saturday, March 2, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for a good movie and snacks!
Feel free to reach out to Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Tuesday, February 27th, 2024
Hey, Bruins! To celebrate leap year tomorrow (Thursday), the Bruin Store is having a 20% off sale on clothing and gifts, both in-store and online.
If you’ve had your eye on an item, tomorrow is the day to get what you want and save money while you’re at it! Come say hello in the store from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., or order online until 11:59 p.m.
Happy birthday to any special Bruins celebrating a birthday on Feb. 29!
Please reach out to Tim Forsyth at tforsyth@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Tuesday, February 27th, 2024
Contribute to an upcoming article for The Crescent by participating in this brief survey on body image and self-esteem at George Fox. Take the survey here. All responses are anonymous.
Feel free to reach out to Sierra Reisman at sreisman22@georgefox.edu with 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.
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Tuesday, February 27th, 2024
Good morning, campers! On Saturday, March 9, the George Fox climbing wall will be hosting its annual spring boulder competition. This year, the theme is “summer camp.” Your camp color will be randomly assigned when you register.
This will be an individual-based competition during the session you sign up for. We will also have opportunities to compete in games with a team during other sessions. Sessions will begin every two hours starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, with the last session beginning at 4 p.m.
This competition is open for students and employees of all skill and experience levels. Routes are set specifically for each skill category. Registration is completely free, but will increase to $5 on Sunday, March 3. Register on IM Leagues now!
Please reach out to Nathanael Freeman at freemann@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Tuesday, February 27th, 2024
Bruins, tomorrow (Thursday) is the Collegiate Day of Prayer! The Office of Parent and Family Programs and the George Fox Prayer Network is inviting you all to gather with us at 6 p.m. in Stevens 207.
We will share and pray about all that the Lord has in store for our Bruin community near and far. You are more than welcome to grab a friend! Let’s unify the voices of prayer.
If you have any questions, please contact Angeline Navarro at navarroa19@georgefox.edu
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Monday, February 26th, 2024
Do you love pastries? Specifically from 85C Bakery? Pair that with a comedic and relaxing movie night in the IRC cozied up from the rainy weather! If that sounds interesting to you, join the Fusion Asian American Club tonight (Tuesday) in the IRC at 5:30 p.m.
You can RSVP here to vote for which Asian American-centric movie you want to watch with us and also tell us what allergies you have since we’ll be ordering ahead of the event.
Questions? Feel free to reach out to Laila Celestino at lcelestino20@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, February 26th, 2024
The climbing wall is hosting a fundraiser selling hot dogs on the quad to support the upcoming Camp Rock Bouldering Competition and to raise money for Seattle Children’s Hospital. Hot dogs will be available this Friday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Come join the climbing wall staff in front of the library for some good food!
Feel free to reach out to Nathanael Freeman at freemann@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Monday, February 26th, 2024
What does it mean to be human? This year’s Dalton Lecture explores the question from both scientific and biblical perspectives, with an emphasis on awe. The lecture will identify shared values in both the scientific and spiritual approaches to exploring human distinctiveness.
Join us on Thursday, March 14, at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium for the lecture, “Stardust & Wonder,” with Dr. Praveen Sethupathy, chair of the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Cornell University.
Dr. Sethupathy will include concepts from science and genomics that invite the audience to marvel at who we are and how it relates to our calling as image bearers of God.
The public is welcome, and admission is free. A George Fox Student Research Symposium and cookie reception will follow.
There will be an additional science lecture on pediatric cancer from Dr. Sethupathy on Thursday, March 14, at 3 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.
You can read more about the Dalton Lecture Series here.
Please reach out to Amanda Sue Harris at amandah@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Monday, February 26th, 2024
Are you looking for love? Or maybe just a free dinner with a pretty cool person? Student Activities is looking for participants to be a part of our Dating Game, scheduled to take place at 7 p.m. this Friday, March 1, in Bauman Auditorium! Click the link to sign up.
Also, one of Fox’s most entertaining traditions – Lip Sync – is coming up on Friday, April 12, at 7 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. You won’t want to miss out on this great show!
Lip Sync auditions are starting very soon, 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 won’t regret it!
Here is a rundown of campus events coming up:
- Throwback Dance: Friday, March 8, at 7 p.m. in Stevens
- Escape Rooms: Friday, March 15, various locations around campus
- Spring Formal: Saturday, April 6, Oregon Zoo
If you have any questions, please reach out to activities@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, February 26th, 2024
Campus Public Safety is looking to hire new student officers for the fall term. If you are pursuing a career in criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, psychology, or just want a great job that serves the Fox community, this work-study position will give you excellent experience.
You must be able to make a two-year commitment due to extensive training and certification. Training will begin this spring. See our posting in Handshake for more information, and be sure to apply by Monday, April 1.
Questions? Please reach out to Karen Toohey at ktoohey@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, February 26th, 2024
Come learn more about the world of esports and its function in higher education. Join George Fox University’s Esports Director Miles Dean in a webinar with Best Buy Education tomorrow (Wednesday) at 11 a.m.
Those in attendance will be eligible to win a $250 Best Buy e-gift card. The winner will be announced at the end of the webinar, and you must be present to win.
For details on how to join, please check out our news in the athletics website. To find out additional information, visit this link.
Feel free to reach out to Jerry Sanchez at jsanchez@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Monday, February 26th, 2024
Anxious about some money topics like Roths, 401ks, ESAs, and credit scores? Looking to build on what you are already doing well?
If so, join the Financial Planning Club at 6:30 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) in Hoover 105 for our “Personal Finance: Fight Night.” Free pizza will be served while supplies last!
Come dive into four money science topics that are valuable regardless of your major. At the end of the event we will discuss some common personal finance myths. Do you believe in some of them? Come and find out!
Please email the GFU Financial Planning team at fp@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Monday, February 26th, 2024
The 2024 Collegiate Day of Prayer is coming up on Thursday, Feb. 29. The Office of Parent and Family Programs and the George Fox Prayer Network invite you to join us in a day devoted to prayer for the students, faculty and administration of George Fox.
We also welcome our families and George Fox community to take time during this day to pray from your homes or work as you feel led.
Throughout the day you can look to our social media outlets (George Fox University Parents on Facebook or @georgefoxfamily on Instagram) for prayer direction. Our campus pastoral team also created this special Liturgy of Prayer page as another resource to help guide you as you pray.
This is a virtual event, but on the evening of Thursday, Feb. 29, the George Fox Prayer Network also invites anyone to join an in-person prayer time at 6:30 p.m. in Stevens 207. This is a student-led event.
If you have additional questions, please contact Megan Fisher at mfisher@georgefox.edu.
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