Tuesday, September 10th, 2019
Homecoming nominations are open! Write in who you would like to nominate as the Class of 2020 homecoming queen and king, and the court for every class year.
Fill out the form here. Nominations end tomorrow (Thursday), and the official ballot will go out the next day.Â
Questions? Contact Student Activities at activities@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, September 10th, 2019
The politics department invites the university community to a pair of Constitution Day lectures next week.
Bradley Watson, the Philip M. McKenna Chair in American and Western Political Thought and co-director of the Center for Political and Economic Thought at Saint Vincent College, will speak Monday, Sept. 16, on the topic “The Living Constitution and the Decline of the Rule of Law.”
Two nights later, on Wednesday, Sept. 18, David Nammo, executive director and CEO of the Christian Legal Society since 2012, will speak on “Religious Liberty and the Rule of Law.”
Both lectures begin at 6:30 p.m. in Hoover 105 and are free and open to the public. Contact Mark David Hall (mhall@georgefox.edu) for more information.
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Tuesday, September 10th, 2019
The worship ensemble is looking for a bass player this semester to join our band. We lead worship for Tuesday morning chapels, worship gatherings on campus, as well as local churches.
If you or someone you know is interested contact Rev. Mark Stuckey at mstuckey@georgefox.edu and sign up for MUSA 285.
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Tuesday, September 10th, 2019
This Monday, Sept. 16, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101, the American Enterprise Institute will be introducing and discussing the presidential candidates of the 2020 election.
Join us for a night of political engagement and excellent discussion! Dinner will be provided. RSVP here.
Questions? Contact Bailey Timmons at btimmons16@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, September 10th, 2019
The Bruin Community Pantry‘s food bank will be open during the following times fall semester:
- Mondays – 8 to 11 a.m., noon to 5 p.m.Â
- Wednesdays – 8 to 10:30 a.m., 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.Â
- Thursdays -Â 12:30 to 5 p.m.Â
- Fridays – 1 to 4 p.m.Â
The food bank will be closed during university holidays.
If you would like to volunteer, donate, or receive more information about the Bruin Community Pantry, contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2316.
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Tuesday, September 10th, 2019
We are still looking for more players to join the George Fox Rocket League teams! It is open to all skill levels, and we will be competing in various tournaments. Come to meet new players and improve your game, or just to have some fun.
Remember, if you want to compete for a chance at a $75,000 scholarship, the registration deadline is tomorrow (Thursday) and the competition is on Sunday, Sept. 15, and Sunday, Sept. 22.
Contact Justin Chance at jchance17@georgefox.edu for more information.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
Serve Day is tomorrow (Wednesday)! In an effort to underscore our missional convictions around Serve Day, we are implementing some changes in the schedule this year.
Here is what to expect for Serve Day 2019:
- 8 to 9:10 a.m. – Bag your own lunch on the quad lawn
- 9:15 a.m. – Kickoff Celebration on the quad lawn
- 3 to 4:15 p.m. – Church and Activities Fair in the Bauman/Ross lot
- 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. – Closing Ceremony at Stoffer Family Stadium (chapel credit available)
- 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. – Church and Activities Fair (continued) in the Bauman/Ross lot
Lunch is free for all students. Canyon Commons will be open for breakfast from 7 to 8:45 a.m. and dinner at 4:30 p.m. for students on meal plans.
A final confirmation of your Serve Day placement was emailed to you. Please check your email for your confirmed site placement and other important information about Serve Day.
If you have any questions, contact the Serve Day team at ext. 2326 or serveday@georgefox.edu. More information can be found on the Serve Day webpage.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
Commuters: Please take a few minutes to complete this commuter interest survey.
The results from this survey will help us plan events and provide services that are most beneficial to you. All individuals who complete the survey before Thursday, Sept. 19, at 11:55 p.m. will be entered to win one of 10 Commuter Life T-shirts.Â
Questions? Email Kristi Welker, director of Commuter Life, at kwelker@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
Mail Services will be open between the hours of 2 and 4:30 p.m. tomorrow on Serve Day (Wednesday).
Questions? Contact Richard Silver at rsilver@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
Outdoor Rec and Spiritual Life have teamed up to provide students with an opportunity to raft and camp in Central Oregon the weekend of Sept. 27-28. The trip is geared toward helping students access natural spaces and build community through activity. Experiential chapel credit is available for this outing. Â
We will leave campus at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27, camp overnight and then whitewater raft on Saturday, Sept. 28. The rafting portion of the trip will be facilitated by YD Adventures. The return to campus will be around 9 p.m. on Saturday.
The trip cost is $35 and includes camping, transportation and food (breakfast and lunch on Saturday). Sign up on IMLeagues.com.
Questions? Contact Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
The Bruin Den will be open from 7:30 to 10 a.m. on Serve Day (Wednesday). Stop by and get coffee, pastries, or a grab-and-go before heading off-campus. Another option is to purchase a bag for $6 to go through the sack lunch lines on the quad.
The Bruin Bites and Bridge Cafe will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday). All cafes resume regular hours of operation on Thursday, Sept. 12.
Questions? Contact Lisa Miles at lmiles@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
Join us for pick-up soccer on most Friday nights of the year! We gather at the Austin Sports Complex. Contact Cameron Lax at clax16@georgefox.edu for details on when we are playing.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
The Hadlock Student Center will only be open from 5 to 11 p.m. on Serve Day (Wednesday).
Questions? Email Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
The Academic Resource Center will be closed for Serve Day (Wednesday). However, if you would like to schedule a writing or academic coaching appointment for another day this week, you can visit this webpage, email the_arc@georgefox.edu, or stop by the ARC to make an appointment in person.
Questions? Contact Julia James at jjames@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
Commuters: Did you know that there is a student leadership team that wants to get to know you and support you during your time at George Fox? The Commuter Assistant team is excited to help you have a great commuter experience.Â
Check out this webpage to learn a little about them. If you want a Commuter Assistant to reach out to you, please email commuterlife@georgegfox.edu.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
The Latinx Heritage Club (LHC) would like to welcome all students to the club’s first meeting of the semester! The meeting will be held tonight (Tuesday) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Intercultural Resource Center (IRC).
Come and connect with other students, meet the leadership team, and meet other Latinx staff and faculty on campus. Snacks will be provided.
Questions? Please contact LHC at gfulhc@gmail.com.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
The second installment of the Midweek Escapes outdoor series is heading to the Willamette River this Thursday afternoon, Sept. 12. This will be an opportunity to explore the river as part of a contemplative experience.
We will meet at the Hadlock Student Center at 3:45 p.m., head to the river to explore the natural beauty of the Willamette, and return to campus by 7 p.m.
The cost is $3 for paddle board or kayak rental through the HSC. Chapel credit is available. Sign up through IMLeagues.com.
Registration is also open for the third Midweek Escapes outdoor series to the Trappist Abbey on Thursday, Sept. 19. Limited spots are available, so sign up soon.
Questions? Contact Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
This Thursday, Sept. 12, we will be having our first Intergenerational Game Night of the semester. Come take a break from homework and join fellow George Fox students and our neighbors at Friendsview for a night of fun and games!
The games include ping pong tournaments and various board games. We will meet in the Bauman Auditorium lobby at 6:15 p.m. to walk over to Friendsview together.Â
Questions? Contact Rosemary Michael at rmichaeltrumbull17@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, September 9th, 2019
Homecoming nominations open this week! Write in who you would like to nominate as the Class of 2020 homecoming queen and king, and the court for every class year.
Fill out the form here. Nominations end on Thursday, Sept. 12, and the official ballot will go out the next day.
Questions? Contact Student Activities at activities@georgefox.edu.
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Sunday, September 8th, 2019
The Color Run is this Friday, Sept. 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. Gather in the amphitheater for a run around our beautiful campus that’s filled with joy, chaos and free shirts. It’s an event you won’t want to miss!
Questions? Contact Student Activities at activities@georgefox.edu.
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