Please join us for the annual Christmas tree lighting on Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. There will be carols, cookies and hot cocoa in the Stevens Center atrium. The lighting of the tree will take place in Pennington Plaza.
Questions? Contact Michelle Dawson at mdawson@georgefox.edu.
The Bruin Den, Bruin Bites and Bridge Cafe will all be closing at 1:30 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday), and will be closed Thursday and Friday as well.
They will reopen on Monday, Dec. 2, with regular hours of operation. Questions? Contact Lisa Miles at lmiles@georgefox.edu.
Don’t miss the final Student Activities events of the semester! Take a study break and stop by the Holiday Hangout on Friday, Dec. 6, at 8 p.m. in the Stevens atrium for delicious sweet treats, a tater tot bar, an Elf showing, pictures with Santa and Pennington, games, and Christmas karaoke.
Also, plan to attend Winter Formal on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 8 p.m. at Leftbank Annex in Portland. The dance won’t be a swing dance this year. Come ready to dance your stress away for a few hours and enjoy some of the best hors d’oeuvres you’ve had in a while.
Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10 per person or in the Bruin Store. Transportation is available.
Finally, Late Night Breakfast is set for Monday, Dec. 9, at 10 p.m. in Canyon Commons. Everyone’s favorite dead day study break features food and plenty of loud music and antics. Don’t miss the fun! Commuters: We’ve got you covered on this one, so plan to attend.
Questions? Email studentactivities@georgefox.edu.
Canyon Commons’ hours of operation will change for Thanksgiving weekend. They are as follows:
Regular hours of operation will resume on Monday, Dec. 2. Questions? Contact Lisa Miles at lmiles@georgefox.edu.
If you are a current member of the Residence Life team or have been in the past, we invite you to the assistant area coordinator (AAC) informational meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 9:15 p.m.
Our current ACs and AACs will be hosting the meeting at Kelsey House for past and present RAs who are interested in applying for this role. They will go over their experiences in the role, some expectations for the position, and what the application process will look like for those who apply.
While this meeting is not required to apply, please note that you need one year of RA experience to apply for this role.
Questions? Email reslife@georgefox.edu to learn more.
Register for the upcoming scholarship resource center workshop for undergraduate and graduate students! Gather in Hoover 105 on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, Dec. 2, 3, or 4, for scholarship essay information and a chance to win an awesome raffle prize.
Click here for more information and to register. Contact Jordan Nelson at scholarships@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2297 with questions.
RSVP to join the business students and professors at the business department Christmas party from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5, in the Hadlock student lounge.
Business Santa Claus will be there to see if you’ve been a good student this year. There will be a hot chocolate bar, holiday-themed games, a photo booth, and holiday karaoke! If you bring two non-perishable goods, you will be entered into a raffle to win a $25 Amazon gift card.
Questions? Contact Emma Klym at eklym16@georgefox.edu.
Please take note of the Hadlock Student Center hours for the Thanksgiving holiday:
Questions? Contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu.
How well is your race and culture represented at Fox? Take this quick and confidential survey to share your thoughts about this topic and offer any suggestions you have.
Individual survey responses will be kept confidential and used only for an undergraduate student journalism project. Questions? Contact Kevin Dent at kdent17@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.
Take this quick, nine-question survey on academics at George Fox to be entered to win a Chapters gift card! Questions? Contact Hannah Peterson at hpeterson17@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.
A social change class is conducting a survey of people’s thoughts on incarceration and rehabilitation for a class project. All responses will be anonymous. Take the survey here.
Questions? Contact Krista Mulkey at kmulkey18@georgefox.edu.
Swing by the Bruin Den today (Monday) to share what you are thankful for and possibly be featured on the university Instagram page!
The marketing communications team will be there from noon to 1 p.m. taking photos of students holding up the names of things – everything from fuzzy socks and good health to free WiFi and homemade meals – that they’re thankful for. Come let everyone know what you appreciate this time of year!
Questions? Contact Jeremy Lloyd at jlloyd@georgefox.edu.
Is there someone at George Fox who has made a difference in your college experience? Someone who ignited a spark that made you want to learn more than you thought you could, someone who walked alongside you during a difficult season, or a person who has been a mentor?
Take a moment to write an email, e-card, or traditional thank you card to that professor, RA, tutor, supervisor, or other influential person. Try to be specific as you describe how this person has contributed to your life. Stop by the ARC in the library to pick up a free blank card, or create and send your own!
Questions? Contact Julia James at jjames@georgefox.edu.
Graduate students and commuters who are not bringing a vehicle to campus for the spring semester must sign the parking waiver form by the add/drop date of Thursday, Jan. 26, in order to have their permit fee waived. The parking waiver form is available on our website.
Questions? Call Campus Public Safety at 503-554-2090 or email Elrike Shaw at eshaw@georgefox.edu.
Due to Thanksgiving break, the ARC will be closing at 5 p.m. this Wednesday, Nov. 27. On Monday, Dec. 2, we will reopen with our normal hours:
Slots fill up fast at the end of the semester; click here or email the_arc@georgefox.edu to make an appointment!
If you joined the National Society of Leadership and Success, here are some important dates for this semester.
The next speaker broadcast is Monday, Dec. 2, from 6 to 7 p.m. in Stevens 207. If you aren’t able to attend that one, we have a make-up speaker broadcast on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 6 to 7 p.m. in Stevens 207.
Both speaker broadcasts will be the same. You only need to attend one.
If you have any questions, reach out to Kristi Welker, chapter advisor, by emailing nsls@georgefox.edu.
Ever wonder how someone landed a sweet internship? Come listen to a panel of seven students who recently had great internships tomorrow (Monday) from noon to 12:50 p.m. in Canyon Commons 103.
You will hear how they found their internships and what the experience was like, as well as tips and advice for landing your own. These students will be on the panel:
Questions? Contact Colleen Sump at csump@georgefox.edu.
As part of a research project for a class, a group of social work students is exploring how individual class participation is impacted by the number of students in class based on race/ethnicity.
Please consider filling out this quick survey to help us gather more information about class participation on campus! Questions? Contact Veronica Melo at vmelonajera16@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.
Join the French Club today (Saturday) for a French baking day. Enjoy French snacks, French movies with English subtitles, and help make les tartes aux pommes (French apple pies)!
The event will be held in the HMS basement kitchen in Sutton Hall from 1 to 4 p.m. All are welcome, those who speak French or otherwise!
Questions? Contact Megan Theriau at mtheriau17@georgefox.edu.
Love dancing? Then come join the Swing Dance Club tonight (Saturday) in the FoxHole. Beginner lessons start at 6:30 p.m., intermediate at 7, and open dance at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to join us!
Questions? Contact Andrea Alsager at aalsager17@georgefox.edu.
