Holy Week events start today

Monday, March 29th, 2021

The Office for Spiritual Life invites you to prepare your heart for the Good News of Easter Sunday by joining with us in remembrance of the events of Holy Week.

All are welcome to participate in the following opportunities:

  • Holy Week Chapel (digital): Tuesday, March 30, featuring President Robin Baker. Digital chapels are available here or on the iAttended app.
  • Holy Week Prayer Service (in person): Wednesday, March 31, at 4:30 p.m. (please note updated time) in Bauman Auditorium
  • Maundy Thursday Communion Service (in person): Thursday, April 1, from 4 to 4:30 p.m. in the Amphitheater. Communion elements will be individually packaged.
  • Good Friday Service (in person): Friday, April 2, from 4 to 4:30 p.m., featuring a live performance from the University Choir
  • Stations of the Cross: Painter Scott Erickson’s Stations of the Cross prints will be on display on the outdoor walls of Brougher Hall throughout Holy Week.

The George Fox community is encouraged to spend Easter Sunday celebrating with one of our wonderful area churches. For a list of churches, please click here.

Questions? Contact Jamie Noling-Auth (jnolingauth@georgefox.edu).

Listen to graphic design professor candidate present this morning

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Please join us for a research presentation and project share by Marvin Eans, MFA, candidate for assistant professor of art and design. He will share today (Tuesday) at 10:45 a.m. in Hoover 103.

Professor Eans is currently on staff at Liberty University, where he teaches graphic design and digital tools. He is the owner and principal of Eans Design and Creative of Daytona Beach, Florida, where he specializes in branding, identity systems, print and packaging applications for a broad range of clientele.

Questions? Contact Adina McConaughey at amcconaughey@georgefox.edu.

Good news: Parking permits will no longer need to be purchased in 2021-22

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Campus Public Safety is happy to share some exciting news: Students will no longer need to purchase a parking permit for their vehicle!

As of next school year, your student fees will help cover campus safety expenses such as video camera system upgrades and maintenance, lighting improvements and maintenance, as well as parking lot repairs. These fees will now also cover the cost of parking permits.

We will also be providing First Aid/CPR/AED classes at no cost to students, so keep an eye out for our schedule announcements starting next year.

You will still need to register your vehicle starting this summer, so please pay attention to the emails and Daily Bruin updates that will be coming out.

Questions? Call Campus Public Safety at 503-554-2090 or email Elrike Shaw (eshaw@georgefox.edu).

Sign up for tonight’s yoga class

Monday, March 29th, 2021

You are invited to attend a yoga class tonight (Tuesday) from 6 to 7 p.m. hosted by the Exercise Science Club. Snacks will be provided. All are welcome to attend. We hope to see you there! Sign up here.

Questions? Contact Karlie Stewart (kstewart19@georgefox.edu).

See the George Fox Players perform in celebration of Easter today

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Over the past few weeks, The George Fox Players have been performing theatrical installations for the Lenten season, and this week is the last one. Join us outside of Klages today (Tuesday) at 10:50 a.m for live theatre and a time for reflection as we head into Easter this Sunday.

Remember, this is your last chance to see their work – you don’t want to miss out!

Questions? Contact Lydia Crist (lcrist18@georgefox.edu).

Check out local food truck festival on the quad tomorrow

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Need a midweek pick-me-up? Stop by the quad tomorrow (Wednesday) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a meal from a local food truck on us!

Each student will receive one ticket to redeem ice cream from Cream Northwest (gf/vegan options) and one ticket for either Ricky’s Tacos or G&W Caribbean Smoked BBQ.

Questions? Contact Student Activities (activities@georgefox.edu).

Last day to visit ‘The Digital Art Show’

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Come check out “The Digital Art Show” and support your local digital artists. Today (Tuesday) the exhibit will be located in Brougher Studio 3 during normal business hours.

Questions? Contact Isabella Dixon (idixon18@georgefox.edu).

Survey: First-Generation Students

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Are you a first-generation college student? The IRC want to know more about you and how to best support you in your college career!

Please fill out this survey so we can get to know you better! All responses submitted by Thursday, April 8, will come with a free “First-Gen” T-shirt.

Thank you!

Questions? Contact Victoria Prieto (vprieto17@georgefox.edu).

Pick up a free personal security alarm provided by ASC

Monday, March 29th, 2021

ASC is providing free personal security alarms in the student life office starting today (Tuesday) until supplies last. All you need to do is pick one up!

These alarms are small, keychain alarms and create a loud noise when pulled. They also include a flashlight.

Questions? Contact Meredith Green (mgreen17@georgefox.edu).

Order an Easter care package from CareFox

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Easter care packages are now being sold for $10 starting today (Tuesday) through Friday, April 2. They include two individual servings of steeped artisan coffee bags, a coupon for a free cup of coffee from Caravan Coffee, a 10% off coupon for Sprinkles of Joy Bakery, Easter eggs, five pieces of candy, a chocolate marshmallow or Peeps, and a personalized note.

We also have customizable options for $15. Delivery on campus is free. Click here to order.

Questions? Contact Danielle Korthuis (dkorthuis17@georgefox.edu).

Enjoy free Italian sodas and snacks at College Young Life event Friday

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Want a free Italian soda and a chance to be in community with Young Life? We would love to see you this Friday, April 2, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. We will be meeting in the grass next to Canyon Commons, right across from Hadlock.

Questions? Contact Lauren Hall (lhall18@georgefox.edu).

Attend Premedical Club’s March meeting

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Join us for the Premedical Club’s March meeting tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105. We will be discussing the virtue of love in physician/patient interaction. Hope to see you there!

Questions? Contact Cate Snedecor (csnedecor19@georgefox.edu).

Interested in serving with Young Life College next year?

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Do you feel called to serve next year? Do you like a fun environment that can become like a second family? Reach out to our Young Life College team to hear what it is all about! We would love for you to lead with us next year!

Questions? Contact Lauren Hall (lhall18@georgefox.edu).

Attend Sources of Strength’s ‘Hang Out Party’ tonight

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Come to Sources of Strength’s “Hang Out Party!” There will be games, snacks, and prizes! Sources of Strength is an upstream suicide prevention program here on campus.

We will be meeting tonight (Tuesday) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Hoover 210. We would love for you to come to learn a little about what we do!

Questions? Contact Grace Emhoff (gemhoff20@georgefox.edu).

Attend Fusion’s game night to celebrate Asian American Heritage Week

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Fusion would like to invite all students and faculty to join in celebrating the club’s annual Asian American Heritage Week. Join us tomorrow (Wednesday), for a game night at 7 p.m. in Roberts 117.

Also, check out our upcoming events:

  • Thursday, April 1: Speed-Friending at 6:30 p.m. in Hoover 210
  • Friday, April 2: Forum at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105

Finally, be sure to check out the posters installed across the quad, displaying prominent Asian American figures, for a chance to win a Fusion mask.

Check out Fusion’s Instagram for more details! Questions? Contact Fusion (fusion.gfu@gmail.com).

Help Stewards of Sustainability Club plan final event of semester

Monday, March 29th, 2021

Come help the Stewards of Sustainability Club plan for our final event of the semester. Join us in Stevens 109 at 7 p.m. tonight (Tuesday) to help plan a litter clean-up.

See you there! Questions? Contact Sydney Schroeder (sschroeder18@georgefox.edu).

Listen to Civility Project guest speak on Israel/Palestine this week

Sunday, March 28th, 2021

The George Fox Civility Project invites the George Fox community to a pair of events with guest Jonathan Kuttab this week. Kuttab is a Palestinian Mennonite Christian who has worked for many years for peace and justice in Israel and Palestine.

The main event is set for Wednesday, March 31, when Kuttab will speak on  â€œCivility, Justice, and a Bill of Rights: Building a Successful One-State Political Culture in the Holy Land”from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

Students and employees are welcome to attend in Bauman, although seating will be limited. Anyone who can’t attend in person can do so via Zoom, although we ask that you register for free here. For students, the Wednesday evening session will count as a chapel credit; you will get the code to use to claim your credit at the session.

George Fox alumni and others especially interested in peacemaking in Israel and Palestine are also invited to meet with Kuttab in person for a special conversation at the Newberg Cultural Center (415 E. Sheridan St.) on Tuesday, March 30, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Due to COVID restrictions, there will be no refreshments served that night, but you can tell us you are coming by signing up here.

Students: If you are interested in earning some credit, or doing an assignment centering on one or both of these events, inquire with your professor.

Questions? Contact Ron Mock at rmock@georgefox.edu.

Gather for Holy Week services

Sunday, March 28th, 2021

The Office for Spiritual Life invites you to prepare your heart for the Good News of Easter Sunday by joining with us in remembrance of the events of Holy Week.

All are welcome to participate in the following opportunities:

  • Holy Week Chapel (digital): Tuesday, March 30, featuring President Robin Baker. Digital chapels are available here or on the iAttended app.
  • Holy Week Prayer Service (in person): Wednesday, March 31, at 4 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium
  • Maundy Thursday Communion Service (in person): Thursday, April 1, from 4 to 4:30 p.m. in the Amphitheater. Communion elements will be individually packaged.
  • Good Friday Service (in person): Friday, April 2, from 4 to 4:30 p.m., featuring a live performance from the University Choir
  • Stations of the Cross: Painter Scott Erickson’s Stations of the Cross prints will be on display on the outdoor walls of Brougher Hall throughout Holy Week.

The George Fox community is encouraged to spend Easter Sunday celebrating with one of our wonderful area churches. For a list of churches, please click here.

Questions? Contact Jamie Noling-Auth (jnolingauth@georgefox.edu).

Sign up to play in a kickball tournament

Sunday, March 28th, 2021

Campus Recreation and Hadlock Student Center are putting on a kickball tournament Saturday, April 3, at 1 p.m.

Registration is now open! You can join and create a team, or you can join as a free agent and get placed on a team. This is a fun, casual event that anyone can participate in and enjoy. Please register here.

Questions? Contact AJ Heil (aheil@georgefox.edu).

Sign up to be a part of Concert Choir this fall

Sunday, March 28th, 2021

All are welcome to join Concert Choir (Class Code: MUSA 125/335 C) this fall, with no audition required! We meet Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 3 to 3:50 p.m. If you grew up in choir, or have never sung before, you are welcome!

You can take the class for 0, 1, or 2 credits to fit in your schedule, and at the 100 or 300 level. This is a large choir that sings varied repertoire, ranging from Baroque to Contemporary, and octavos to masterworks.

Click here to view frequently asked questions. Questions? Contact Danielle Warner (dwarner@georgefox.edu).