Apply to be a Peer Advisor for fall 2021

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Are you interested in being a Peer Advisor next semester? If you’ve been thinking about applying, now is the time to make it happen! Take a look at the job description, then complete an application.

Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Monday, April 19; references (as listed in the application) are due Wednesday, April 21, so get those requests out now!

Peer Advisors play an integral role in assisting new students’ transition to George Fox. They assist with Welcome Weekend and a new co-curricular “Bruin Adventure” program designed to engage the heart, mind and soul of each new student as they learn in community with their neighbors.

The Peer Advisor hiring process is running late this year due to changes in the curriculum, including the end of LIBA 100.

Check out the FAQs page for more information about the fall 2021 plans.

Contact Rick Muthiah (rmuthiah@georgefox.edu) with questions.

Register now for Hadlock’s sand volleyball tournament on April 25

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Hadlock and Campus Recreation are hosting a sand volleyball tournament Sunday, April 25, at 1 p.m. Come out and enjoy the nice weather by participating in this fun-filled tournament!

The tournament will be 4-on-4 and will either be a double- or single-elimination tournament, depending on how many people register.

All students and employees are invited to participate. Anyone can create a team on IM Leagues to register and then fill in the roster throughout the next couple of weeks. Register here.

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

Grab an ‘end-of-year’ gift bag from SpiL this Friday

Monday, April 12th, 2021

The Office for Spiritual Life is hosting a table on the quad this Friday, April 16, from noon to 2 p.m. Swing by and pick up a gift bag filled with treats and stickers, and connect with your campus pastors before the semester is finished!

We can’t wait to see you! Questions? Contact Jessica O’Connor (joconnor17@georgefox.edu).

Attend presentation on careers in physical therapy tonight

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Considering a career in physical therapy? Join the Exercise Science Club for a presentation from Megan Bos about the doctor of physical therapy program at Fox tonight (Tuesday) at 7 p.m. in Roberts 117.

Megan will be talking about the admissions process and answering any questions you might have. Snacks will be provided!

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

Join in veggie planting in the community garden today

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Join the Stewards of Sustainability Club in planting more veggies in the community garden today (Tuesday) at 4 p.m. The community garden is located in the backyard of the Kelsey house, next to Bauman. Click here for more details.

Questions? Contact Sydney Schroeder (sschroeder18@georgefox.edu).

Attend Spring Market featuring local artists, live music and raffle Friday

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Join us on the quad for the Spring Market in collaboration with the Department of Art and Design this Friday, April 16, between 3 and 6 p.m.

Support local artists and have fun in the process! The afternoon will be filled with live music from a local band, tables with arts and crafts, lawn games, Italian sodas, and a raffle that will be held at 6 p.m. for those who purchase from our art vendors. Check our Instagram stories for a preview of what will be for sale!

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

Refill prescriptions before the end of the semester

Monday, April 12th, 2021

There are only three weeks left to renew any prescriptions needed for the summer break. Please call the Health and Counseling Center to schedule an appointment (503-554-2340).

Parking restricted in Bauman parking lot tomorrow

Monday, April 12th, 2021

The west row of the Bauman parking lot (along the large hedge) will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday) so that landscaping can be performed.

Please park elsewhere in the Bauman parking lot, so that the Plant Services grounds crew can weed and bark this area. The work should be completed in one day.

Thank you! Questions? Contact Dixie Downey (ddowney@georgefox.edu).

Listen to art professor candidate’s presentation this morning

Monday, April 12th, 2021

All are invited to join us for an art professor candidate research talk by Shin Yeon Jeon from 10 to 10:50 a.m. this morning (Tuesday) in Hoover 103.

Originally from Seoul, South Korea, Shin Yeon Jeon received her BFA in Oriental painting from Ewha Womans University, and an MFA in studio art, ceramics, from Towson University in 2007.

Shin Yeon is stylistically influenced by traditional Asian painting and brushwork and particularly interested in the female forms. Through her figurative clay work, Shin Yeon explores the underlying universal aspects of humanity. 

Questions? Contact Adina McConaughey (amcconaughey@georgefox.edu).

Apply to work as a program assistant for PA this summer

Monday, April 12th, 2021

The physician assistant program is excited to be accepting applications for a full-time work-study position as a program assistant this summer! Work alongside a new and developing department to help grow the PA masters program here at Fox. Apply by Tuesday, April 20, on Handshake.

The chosen applicant will work in the admissions and interview process for incoming students, social media development, and creatively assist our students, faculty and staff in a variety of ways.

Hours in the summer are flexible and will vary from 30 to 40 hours a week. This position would transition into a part-time, 10-hours-per-week position during the fall semester.

Questions? Contact Nina Inglesby (ninglesby@georgefox.edu).

Order a finals week/graduation care package from CareFox

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Send some love to a Fox friend or yourself by purchasing a $10 finals week/graduation care package! Click here to order.

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

Apply to be a Psychology Club officer

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Apply to be a Psychology Club officer for the next academic year here. Available positions include president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer. Applications are due tomorrow (Wednesday) at 11:59 p.m.

Being a Psychology Club officer will provide you with the opportunity to meet other students interested in psychology and add a great experience to your resume!

Questions about the positions or application? Contact Skylar Schwalb (sschwalb19@georgefox.edu).

Interested in earning an MBA? Attend an info meeting this week

Sunday, April 11th, 2021

Attention graduating seniors! Have you considered the advantages of earning your MBA? And were you aware you can earn your MBA at George Fox in just 11 months right here on our Newberg campus?

This week, we’re hosting a series of information meetings to go over our full-time MBA program and address any questions you might have. And you don’t need to be a business major or minor to attend. For those who haven’t taken business courses here at Fox, we’ll work with you to prepare you for the program!

Join us at any of the following information meetings:

  • Tuesday, April 13, at 11 a.m., in Hoover 102
  • Thursday, April 15, at 6 p.m., on Zoom (link is sent upon registration)
  • Friday, April 16, at noon, in Hoover 102

Please register for any of the meetings at this link so we can look forward to you joining us. Questions? Contact Megan Bos, full-time MBA admissions counselor, at mbos@georgefox.edu.

Final Mathetes panel discusses unity via Zoom tomorrow

Sunday, April 11th, 2021

What is unity? Why is the church called to unity? At what point does unity become complicity?

We will be discussing these topics at our final Mathetes panel, hosted over Zoom tomorrow (Tuesday) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Come hear from board member Deborah Martin, professor Heather Ohaneson, pastor Jared Boltman, and students Micah Mensing and Vlad Salas Moreno. Chapel credit will be offered for undergraduate students.

Fill out this RSVP form to get the Zoom link, and feel free to email Hannah Lee (hlee17@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Good news: You no longer need to purchase parking permits

Sunday, April 11th, 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).

Interested in physical therapy? Attend presentation tomorrow

Sunday, April 11th, 2021

Considering a career in PT? Join the Exercise Science Club for a presentation from Megan Bos about the DPT program at Fox tomorrow (Tuesday) at 7 p.m. in Roberts 117.

Megan will be talking about the admissions process and answering any questions you might have. Snacks will be provided!

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

Interested in marketing? Apply to work as an intern this summer

Sunday, April 11th, 2021

We’re thrilled to offer undergraduate students an opportunity to participate in a centralized internship program with the university’s marketing communications office.

Students will spend the majority of time working closely with the digital ads manager and content directors to support online advertising initiatives and more! For the summer, this is a full-time position that will carry over into the 2021-22 school year. During school, it is a 10-hour-a-week opportunity and is not offered for credit.

Please apply here. Accepting applications until Tuesday, April 20. Interviews and offers will be made prior to finals week.

Questions? Contact Missy Downs (mdowns@georgefox.edu).

Survey: Class of 2021 Reflection Feature

Sunday, April 11th, 2021

We are looking for graduating seniors to fill out this survey for an article in The Crescent that reflects on your years at Fox.

Questions? Contact Anika Perry (perrya20@georgefox.edu).

Interested in theatre? Sign up for new class

Sunday, April 11th, 2021

The theatre program invites all students and employees with an itch for acting to take our new acting class (THEA 205: Acting Studio) next year. The class will be Mondays and Wednesdays from 1 to 2:50 p.m. and is designed for all theatre lovers regardless of experience.

Whether you are interested in learning the fundamentals of acting or sharpening your current acting skill set, this class is designed to take your work as an actor to the next level of excellence.

Students will engage in fun acting games, rigorous training, the performance of scenes, the study of acting theories, and critical analysis of performance throughout the semester. This course is a great stepping stone for all individuals interested in being part of George Fox’s co-curricular theatre program of the future!

We have 16 spots available. Questions? Contact Rhett Luedtke, professor of theatre, at rluedtke@georgefox.edu.

Have Achilles tendon pain? Check out DPT research study

Sunday, April 11th, 2021

Are you experiencing Achilles tendon pain? Have you ever been diagnosed with Achilles tendinopathy and still having trouble? If so, you may qualify to participate in the Achilles tendon research study conducted by the doctor of physical therapy department.

Research will be conducted on Wednesday, April 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. in Roberts Center’s Room 202.

Please email eboon19@georgefox.edu for more information and sign-up details.