Runners: Sign up for free Zoom webinar on reducing injuries

Wednesday, November 4th, 2020

Join the College of Physical Therapy for a free Zoom webinar, “Three Key Principles to Reduce Running-Related Injuries,” at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 20.

Presenting will be Dr. Alison Modafferi, owner and physical therapist at Run the World PT & Performance. This is designed for all runners, whether you are new to running, run recreationally, or are more advanced.

The one-hour virtual presentation will cover three evidence-based principles to help reduce running-related injuries. We will discuss load management, variability and tendon stiffness and how they relate to running and injuries. We’ll also discuss practices to reduce injury risk.

Our reason for hosting? There is a lot of misinformation out there regarding running-related injuries. Together, George Fox University and Run the World have developed a framework backed by research to keep runners healthy.

Sign up by clicking this link. Questions? Contact Dr. Alison Modafferi at amodafferi@georgefox.edu.

SpIL invites you to join in post-election prayer and processing

Wednesday, November 4th, 2020

We invite our George Fox community to a post-election prayer and processing space. Campus leaders from Spiritual Life, Residence Life, and the Intercultural Resource Center will lead us in prayer, scripture readings, and spaces to process with each other.

This time of communal prayer will be taking place under the tennis court tents on both Friday, Nov. 6, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 11, from noon to 1:30 p.m. All students and employees are encouraged to attend.

Questions? Contact Stephanie Lopez (slopez@georgefox.edu).

Read ARC newsletter and schedule end-of-semester appointments now

Wednesday, November 4th, 2020

Check out this week’s ARC newsletter! This edition contains tips on maximizing your potential for academic productivity.

A reminder that ARC appointments for the end of the semester fill up quickly. Schedule appointments now for final projects, essays, and study tip appointments.

The ARC is available weekly, Monday through Thursday, from 1 to 10 p.m., and Friday, from noon to 4 p.m.

Email the ARC (the_arc@georgefox.edu) or click here to make an appointment.

Need to de-stress? Attend Self-Care Night this Friday

Wednesday, November 4th, 2020

This season can be a source of stress for many of us. To help, the Social Work Club has created a space to relax, rest, and care for our mental health. The Self-Care Night will be taking place this Friday, Nov. 6, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Hoover 105.

This event is open to all and will feature snacks, coloring, mindfulness activities, encouragement, and community. Pajamas and comfy clothes are encouraged! We look forward to seeing you there!

Questions? Contact Ashley Martin (amartin18@georgefox.edu).

Survey: Interested in joining a gardening club?

Wednesday, November 4th, 2020

We are looking to gauge students’ interest in creating a community garden and/or gardening club. Please help us by filling out this short survey.

Questions? Contact Sydney Schroeder (sschroeder18@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.

Shuttle service available to airport for break

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020

George Fox is once again partnering with Hillsboro Airporter to provide a shuttle service to Portland International Airport for the semester break.

Students will be expected to work directly with Hillsboro Airporter to reserve their spot. If you make your reservations more than 24 hours in advance, Hillsboro Airporter can group you together. To reserve your spot, click here.

Hillsboro Airporter accepts cash or credit card for payment. Parents can call Hillsboro Airporter with a credit card to pay for their student’s fare. It offers 24/7 service. 

Questions? Contact the Office of Student Life (jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2316).

Share your Be Known story, win a $100 Amazon gift card

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020

Students, how have you experienced the Be Known promise? Maybe it’s a professor who invited you into their life beyond the classroom, or a staff member who prayed with you when you needed it most. Whatever it is, we want to hear about it and share your story! 

Please fill out this form for a chance to win the following prizes:

  • First place (our favorite story): $100 Amazon gift card
  • Second place: $50 Amazon gift card
  • Third through fifth place: $25 Chapters gift card
  • Sixth through 10th place: Your choice of a Pennington teddy bear or George Fox playing cards 

Our favorite five stories will also be featured in the new Bruin Bound magazine, and all stories will be featured on the @georgefoxuniversity Instagram page!

Questions? Contact Jeremy Lloyd (jlloyd@georgefox.edu).  

Reminder: All posters, signs, and displays need to be approved

Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020

Please note that any poster, sign, or display must be approved by ASC or the administration before it is posted on the Newberg campus.

Questions? Contact the Office of Student Life (studentlife@georgefox.edu).

Be sure to attend virtual ‘Silent Sky’ production

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

This year, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the George Fox University theatre program has transformed five music practice rooms into five separate, individual, virtual theatre studios in order to bring live production to your living spaces.

The five separate rooms feature individual mics, cameras, lighting units, projectors, projection screens, costume racks, and props tables. Actors will interact with each other virtually from their separate studios to bring a seamless performance of Silent Sky to life. This is an event you won’t want to miss!

So cozy up with your laptops and various devices and join us for a delightful evening of live, virtual theatre this Nov. 12-14 and Nov. 19-21 at 7:30 p.m., or Nov. 22 at 2 p.m.!

To get more information and purchase tickets, click here.

‘The Crescent’ seeks your feedback on semester schedule changes

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

Do you have strong feelings or thoughts on the recent changes to the semester schedule that you would be willing to share?

Whether it’s regarding the extra-long winter break, added long weekends, or lack of spring break, we’d love to hear from you at The Crescent!

Please fill out this form or contact Natascha Lambing (nlambing18@georgefox.edu) if you are interested in sharing with us. We would be happy to talk with you!

Join the Critical Hit Club Saturday to play D&D!

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

Join us this Saturday, Nov. 7, from 6 to 10 p.m. in Stevens 207, to play Dungeons & Dragons! You also may be interested in creating fun adventures for others as a Dungeon Master!

Contact Alex Gonzalez (agonzalez18@georgefox.edu) as soon as possible, as space is limited. We would love to see you there!

Silent art auction begins tomorrow

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

The Department of Art and Design is hosting an art exhibit and silent auction of faculty artwork! The silent auction opens online tomorrow (Wednesday) at 8 a.m. and continues until 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13. Proceeds received will support student scholarships for art and design students.

Auction Process

A 32Auctions account must be created in order to bid. You can prepare for the auction by creating your account early. Follow this link to view the auction website, and follow the prompters to create an account.

Payment collection: Once the auction is closed, you will receive a Notice of Award email. Please respond to the email letting us know if you are picking up the item or if you need it shipped to you.

Once we know your pick-up/shipping information, we will send you an invoice that will need to be paid within five business days. If you are not local to Newberg, shipping will be available. Shipping costs will be determined by dimension and weight of item.

Information regarding the exhibit, currently on display in the Minthorne Gallery, can be found on our Instagram. Faculty, students, parents, and alumni will also be emailed information about the auction and exhibition.

This exhibit contains paintings, photography, printmaking, illustration, ceramics, and design. Artists featured include Gary Buhler, Jeff Cameron, Douglas Campbell, Burkhardt Kleiber, Adam Long, Tessa Sargent, Jillian Sokso, Mark Terry, Tim Timmerman, Seth Van Der Eems, and Brandon Waybright.

If you have any questions regarding the exhibit or silent auction, please contact our gallery and exhibitions assistant, Sarah Cuevas, at scuevas15@georgefox.edu.

Need funding for student events? Access the Community Life Fund

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

Hey Bruins! The Community Life Fund is open and available to students! This fund is open for all current students and can be used for anything from adventuring the Pacific Northwest to organizing local, socially distanced events.

For more information, click here and select “Community Life Fund,” or contact Danielle Korthuis (dkorthuis17@georgefox.edu).

Survey: Mental health and exercise during COVID-19

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

This is a study looking at mental health and the perceived barriers to exercise during COVID-19. We are looking at how these possibly may have changed from before quarantine to now.

Please answer this survey as honestly as possible.

Questions? Please contact either Juliann Jones (jonesj17@georgefox.edu) or Brooke McCall (bmccall17@georgefox.edu). We appreciate you taking time to complete this survey!

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.

George Fox Digital is hiring an assistant video producer

Monday, November 2nd, 2020

George Fox Digital is hiring an assistant video producer! To qualify, you must be approved for Federal Work-Study. Responsibilities include filmmaking, editing video, designing sets, working with faculty, and more!

We are looking for someone who is willing to learn and collaborate within a team, someone who is a problem solver, has flexible hours, and interested in the video production process from pre-production to post-production. The job is 10 hours per week and is a Federal Work-Study position.

Apply on Handshake here. Got any questions? Email Video Producer Kraig Pruett at kpruett@georgefox.edu.

We want to honor your military service on Veterans Day

Sunday, November 1st, 2020

Are you a military veteran who is also a George Fox student, alumni or employee? We want to honor you on Veterans Day (Nov. 11) by sharing your stories on our social media pages.

To participate, please send a photo from your time in the military to Jeremy Lloyd (jlloyd@georgefox.edu) and provide the following information:

  • Name
  • Rank and branch of the military
  • Dates/locations of service
  • Answer one of these questions:

– Why did you choose to serve?

– What moment stands out most from your time in the military?

– What was it like to transition back to civilian life?

Questions? Contact Jeremy Lloyd.

Have problems with your hips, knees or ankles? PT is seeking volunteers

Sunday, November 1st, 2020

The Graduate College of Physical Therapy is looking for volunteers to participate in a lab session on the lower extremity.

If you have a problem with your hip, knee, ankle or foot, our lab is the place to be! Our doctor of physical therapy second-year students, along with faculty members, will be performing examinations and giving you direction on how to take care of your condition.

We will be taking all the current precautions related to the delivery of healthcare during COVID-19, which includes our students wearing face shields and masks, volunteers and students using stations that provide physical distance from others, and all participants being screened for symptoms.

Volunteers are needed for either a one- or two-hour session between 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 19, at the Roberts Center. A telehealth option is also available.

Please email or call Linda Dallof at ldallof@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2451 to sign up.

Don’t forget to file FAFSA for the next school year!

Sunday, November 1st, 2020

Money doesn’t fall from trees! Harvest next year’s financial aid by filing your 2021-22 FAFSA. It is available now at fafsa.gov. 

The FAFSA is needed if you plan to attend next year (fall 2021, spring 2022, and summer 2022).

Questions? Contact the financial aid office at finaid@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2302. Zoom and phone appointments are available at gfufa.as.me.

Student Life is now selling Fox-branded face coverings

Sunday, November 1st, 2020

The student life office is now selling George Fox-branded face coverings! This machine-washable, cloth face covering features the George Fox athletic logo as well as adjustable straps and a shapeable metal nose piece. It also includes an insert location for an optional filter (not included).

Your purchase helps us support our students through the George Fox Student Emergency Fund. Thank you for helping us care for our community!

All orders must be picked up at the student life office in the Hadlock Student Center, after purchase.

You can place your order through the student life office or at this link.

COVID-19 tests available by appointment

Sunday, November 1st, 2020

The Health and Counseling Center has three different COVID-19 testing options available, some of which are free. If you feel sick and have any of these symptoms…

  • Fever of 100.4 or greater
  • Difficulty breathing (unrelated to Asthma or physical exertion)
  • Loss of sense of taste or smell

… and believe you may have COVID-19, please call the Health and Counseling Center to discuss your options or make an appointment at 503-554-2340.

The free test is a nose swab (not the deep nose probe), and is a rapid test with results in 15 minutes. This antigen test is most accurate at the onset of symptoms and up to seven days after onset.

This test does not meet the requirement for travel into the state of Hawaii and may not meet other travel clearance requirements; therefore, we will not be offering this test for travel purposes.

Questions? Contact the Health Center at the above number.