Bruin Store has sale with free shipping

Thursday, April 9th, 2020

The Bruin Store is currently offering 20 percent off Champion brand clothing and accessories, as well as free shipping, through Monday, April 13!

Visit our website and use promo code CHAMPION20 to get the discount. We also carry a variety of shelter-at-home study essentials and great gifts for graduates. All shipping is free.

Questions? Contact Paige Jacobs at pjacobs@georgefox.edu.

Invitation to remember Jesus’ journey to the cross

Wednesday, April 8th, 2020

Each year during Holy Week, the Office for Spiritual Life invites the community to meditate on Jesus’ journey to the cross through a Stations of the Cross prayer experience.

As we are not able to gather together for this annual tradition, the university pastors invite you to create a similar experience in your own home. We invite you to print this document and post the Scriptures around your home so that, as you move through your house, you may prayerfully meditate on Jesus’ journey to the cross throughout this Holy Week.

Peace be with you.

Tell us how you’re doing with quick two-minute survey

Wednesday, April 8th, 2020

The student life office wants to know how you are doing as we all are doing our best to finish the semester well. This quick survey will take less than two minutes. We look forward to hearing from you!

Questions? Email studentlife@georgefox.edu.

Participate in Jackbox Game Night tonight

Wednesday, April 8th, 2020

Join us for a Jackbox Game Night tonight (Thursday) at 7 p.m.! Sign up here for a chance to beat your friends in some party games over the phone.

Remember to keep checking our Instagram for other fun activities we have planned, including a quarantine Bingo and a potting plants tutorial!

Questions? Contact activities@georgefox.edu.

Schedule end-of-semester ARC appointments ASAP

Wednesday, April 8th, 2020

Now is the time to book end-of-semester ARC appointments! If you would like help with a paper or support with staying organized and studying for tests, book a remote Zoom appointment at arcschedule.georgefox.edu.

Be sure to schedule early because appointments fill up quickly this time of year. Check out this helpful resource with tips on developing better concentration while studying.

Questions? Contact Julia James at jjames@georgefox.edu.

Support is available during remote learning

Wednesday, April 8th, 2020

The transition to remote education brings various challenges as you navigate new living situations, different course formats, and upended schedules. Take a few minutes to look at this webpage for advice about moving forward this semester, and watch this brief message about support that is available.

If you haven’t read emails from Rick Muthiah, director of Learning Support Services, you can find the text at the bottom of the webpage linked above. Contact a professor, CAP coach, the student life office, or someone else at the university if you’re having difficulty with the remote learning experience.

If you aren’t sure who to contact, call the university switchboard (503-538-8383), or email or call Rick Muthiah at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2314.

PT offers telehealth appointments

Wednesday, April 8th, 2020

In light of the current health concerns surrounding COVID-19, the George Fox Community Physical Therapy Clinic is closed, but telehealth appointments are available.

For more information, or to schedule a telehealth appointment, please call the clinic at 503-554-2479 and leave a message for the physical therapist. Calls are usually returned by the end of the next business day.

Questions? Contact Li-Zandré Philbrook at lphilbrook@georgefox.edu.

Movie Night is tonight

Tuesday, April 7th, 2020

Student Activities will be hosting online events this week as we continue to transition to digital learning.

Our first Movie Night is upon us tonight (Wednesday)! We will be watching Shark Boy and Lava Girl. Join our Zoom stream and chat with your classmates about the movie at 8 p.m. The meeting ID number is: 620-362-451.

We will be hosting a Jackbox Game Night tomorrow (Thursday) at 7 p.m.! Sign up here for a chance to beat your friends in some party games over the phone.

Remember to keep checking our Instagram for other fun activities we have planned, including a quarantine Bingo and a potting plants tutorial! Questions? Contact activities@georgefox.edu.

PT clinic offers telehealth appointments

Tuesday, April 7th, 2020

In light of the current health concerns surrounding COVID-19, the George Fox Community Physical Therapy Clinic is closed, but telehealth appointments are available.

For more information, or to schedule a telehealth appointment, please call the clinic at 503-554-2479 and leave a message for the physical therapist. Calls are usually returned by the end of the next business day.

Questions? Contact Linda Dallof at ldallof@georgefox.edu.

Chapel requirements have been waived

Tuesday, April 7th, 2020

This is a reminder that your chapel requirements have been waived for the remainder of the semester. You don’t need to complete any more for credit and you will not be fined.

You are invited to check out our recorded chapels and our new podcast, The SpilCast, on Spotify. Questions? Contact Jamie Johnson at jamiej@georgefox.edu.

‘Pray 4 George Fox’ has been extended

Tuesday, April 7th, 2020

The Office for Spiritual Life has been overwhelmed by your desire to participate in “Pray 4 George Fox.” Thank you for your investment in prayer.

We have added days throughout the month of May, and you can sign up for one or more of those here. Let’s continue to lift up each other, George Fox, our communities, and the world to our Savior!

Questions? Contact Jamie Johnson at jamiej@georgefox.edu.

Sign up for pastoral counseling

Tuesday, April 7th, 2020

The Office for Spiritual Life knows that the final few weeks of this semester are going to be challenging. We would love to connect with you for prayer or pastoral counseling. Please complete this form and we will reach out to you to schedule a time to meet.

Questions? Contact Stephanie Lopez at slopez@georgefox.edu.

Join concert, movie, and game night this week

Monday, April 6th, 2020

Student Activities will be hosting online events this week as we continue to transition to digital learning.

  • Tune in tonight (Tuesday) at 7 p.m. on our Instagram page (@gfuactivities) for a living room concert! Your favorite local band, White Noise, will be playing their sweet tunes live for everyone.
  • Our first Movie Night is upon us tomorrow (Wednesday). We will be watching Shark Boy and Lava Girl. Join our Zoom stream and chat with your classmates about the movie at 8 p.m. The meeting ID number is: 620-362-451.
  • Finally, we will be hosting a Jackbox Game Night on Thursday, April 9, at 7 p.m.! Sign up here for a chance to beat your friends in some party games over the phone.

Remember to keep checking our Instagram page for other fun activities we have planned, including a quarantine Bingo and a potting plants tutorial! Questions? Contact activities@georgefox.edu.

Be aware of increase in phishing attempts

Monday, April 6th, 2020

Over the past several weeks, there has been an increase in the number of reported phishing attempts. Please be mindful of suspicious emails, text messages or phone calls. Here are some recent examples that have been reported:

  • Receiving shared documents from unknown or unusual senders
  • Offers for low prices on personal protective equipment (masks, gloves, etc.)
  • Information appearing to come from health authorities
  • Messages claiming to alert an individual about the suspension of his or her social security number
  • Offers for online job or internship interviews

Never click on any link or follow the instructions in a suspicious email, and be sure to report phishing incidents to the service desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu. You can also get more information about identifying phishing attempts here.

Hadlock now offers virtual fitness classes

Monday, April 6th, 2020

We know it’s been a very difficult few weeks for all of you, and the Hadlock Student Center is committed to helping you continue to find your fit. We are excited to announce that we will be offering virtual group fitness classes starting this week.

These classes will be taught by our own instructors that you already know and love. We’re going to start small with a yoga class at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, and add additional classes in the coming weeks. Sign up now on imleagues.com!

Keep an eye on our Instagram and Facebook feeds in the coming days as we continue to add additional classes. Questions? Contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu.

Participate in Shalom on Instagram Live

Monday, April 6th, 2020

Join us for Shalom programming on Instagram Live @gfuspil on Tuesday evenings. Beginning at 9 p.m. (Pacific Time), the university pastors will lead interactive liturgies from commonprayer.net, with Scripture readings, songs, and prayer requests.

Questions? Contact spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Take survey for chance to win gift card

Monday, April 6th, 2020

The Accessibility and Disability Inclusion Subcommittee has put together a survey to gauge accessibility needs that exist in order to bring the best result possible for the student body. Taking this survey also enters you for a chance to win one of 10 $10 gift cards!

Questions? Contact Kevin Tshilombo at ktshilombo16@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.

Virtual counseling drop-in session is today

Monday, April 6th, 2020

Need someone to talk to about all the sudden changes of late? The Health and Counseling Center is hosting virtual drop-in hours this week. You don’t have to call or sign up; just click on this link and you can join the conversation between 4 and 5 p.m. this afternoon (Tuesday).

Watch The Daily Bruin for info on another session later this week. We’re here for you.

Questions? Email Bill Buhrow at bbuhrow@georgefox.edu.

Student Emergency Fund available for financial assistance

Sunday, April 5th, 2020

The George Fox Student Emergency Fund will provide one-time financial assistance to students who have experienced an unexpected financial hardship due to the coronavirus and its impact on the university.

Financial assistance may be available for expenses related to housing, distance learning, or loss of an off-campus job. To apply, please fill out this form. 

Questions can be directed to studentlife@georgefox.edu.

Health and Counseling hosts virtual drop-in session tomorrow

Sunday, April 5th, 2020

The last couple weeks have been nothing but transitions. You’ve transitioned to online instruction and likely had some of your friends move away. Maybe you’ve had to move or lost your job (or maybe your family members have lost their jobs), or your team was headed to the playoffs just to see the season canceled. Or, you may have seen your Juniors Abroad trip canceled or your commencement postponed.

If you think it would be nice to talk about all these sudden changes with others going through the same thing, the Health and Counseling Center is setting up virtual drop-in hours this week. You don’t have to call or sign up; just click on this link and you can join the conversation between 4 and 5 p.m. tomorrow (Tuesday) afternoon.

Watch The Daily Bruin for info on another one later in the week. We’re here for you.

Questions? Email Bill Buhrow at bbuhrow@georgefox.edu.