Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Join the Fencing Club tomorrow (Saturday) from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on the Hadlock basketball court for arrow tag, a game where you shoot opponents with foam arrows.
No prior experience is necessary; we are a beginner-friendly club. We recommend you wear athletic clothing and bring a water bottle. All are welcome!
Reach out to Ashley Sills at asills21@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Join the George Fox Rocket Team in watching Apollo 10 1/2, an animated movie based in the Apollo space program era, tonight (Friday) at 7:30 p.m. in EHS 102. There will be pizza and drinks provided, so bring a friend and come hungry!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Austin Bennett at abennett20@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Are you interested in giving back and volunteering in an interpersonal manner? The Intercultural Resource Center (IRC) is recruiting upperclassmen and graduate students to mentor first-year students. Please sign up by filling out this form by Monday, April 21.
Mentors will receive training and support; free events will be put on throughout the year to encourage community.
Have questions? Please email Jesse Cetz at jcetz@georgefox.edu.
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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Sign up for the end-of-year Super Smash Bros. tournament, hosted by the George Fox esports team tomorrow (Saturday) at 1 p.m. No entry fee or previous experience is required; just come down to the esports arena in Wheeler 208 for a day of fun and competition! All are welcome! Register here.
Reach out to Bradley Thurber at bthurber@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
The Chess Club’s last meeting of the year will take place tomorrow (Friday), from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the tables right outside the library. There will be chess tutoring, four-player chess and more! Bring a friend!
Email Kiernen McTaggart at kmctaggart22@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, this week’s Soul Food Friday will feature special treats: kunafah (known in Palestine as “the heart of Palestine”) and maamool (a treat enjoyed in many Middle Eastern communities during Easter).
We look forward to having celebrating with you at 3 p.m. tomorrow (Friday) at the Intercultural Resource Center!
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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Select clothing and gift items are on sale at the Bruin Bookstore for 30% off; select Hydroflasks are 50% off. This event is going on now (in-store and online) and will end on Tuesday, April 22.
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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Please join us for a farewell celebration in honor of Todd Curtis today (Thursday) from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Maker Hub.
All faculty, staff and students are invited to attend and wish Todd well in his future endeavors. We will be serving cake and refreshments. We hope to see you there!
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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Graduating seniors, we want to hear about your George Fox experience and what’s next in your life! Fill out this form and submit a photo to be entered into a drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards.
Everyone who participates will be featured on the George Fox website (like this). You also might appear on our Instagram page, in our university magazine and elsewhere!
Feel free to reach out to Jeremy Lloyd at jlloyd@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Are you a first-gen senior graduating this semester? If so, please fill out this form to receive a first-gen stole for spring graduation and RSVP for the fourth annual first-gen graduation ceremony on Friday, May 2.
We define a first-gen college student as a student for whom neither parent/guardian has completed a four-year bachelor’s degree. This includes you if:
- Your parents have obtained an associate’s degree.
- You have a sibling who has completed a bachelor’s degree.
- Your parents have a trade school certification.
- Your parent/guardian began studying at a university but did not complete his or her degree.
Please fill out the form by this Saturday, April 19.
Questions or curiosities? Email Jesse Cetz, director for first generation student success, at jcetz@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
As Easter approaches, the university community is welcome to reflect on the death and sacrifice of Jesus at a special concert, “The Way of the Cross,” at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday) in Bauman Auditorium.
Special guest soloists Richard Zeller and Susan Buehler will join the university’s Concert Choir and Chamber Orchestra in performing Requiem by Gabriel Fauré. The performance, featuring more than 150 singers, is contemplative, reflecting on the death of Christ, how we live, the death that is to follow, and the promise of heaven.
George Fox students and employees may receive one free ticket per person. Additional tickets may be purchased here. Come join us in contemplating the sacrifice Jesus made for us.
Reach out to Danielle Warner at dwarner@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
During this Holy Week, come help build a community garden at the Newberg Peace Park that will help supply the Bruin Community Pantry with fresh produce. Here’s when you can help:
- Tomorrow (Thursday) from 3:30 p.m. to dusk: Removing sod from the garden area (removing old life to make way for new life)
- Saturday, April 19, 9 a.m. to noon: Building raised beds for the garden (preparing accessible vessels for blessing and growth)
Please note: The GPS location for the Newberg Peace Park service opportunity is taking people to the wrong location. Please use the address 501 Mission Drive in Newberg. The garden is located behind the First Presbyterian Church.
Reach out to Holly Shelton at hshelton@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Hop over to Friendsview this afternoon (Wednesday) at 3:30 p.m. and help deliver Easter cards that were made during chapel! The address is 1301 Fulton St.
Reach out to Atalia Fisher at afisher23@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Join us this Friday, April 18, at 2 p.m. in the IRC for Soul Food Friday, where we will learn about Arab Heritage Month special events. Come learn and enjoy the food provided!
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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Join us in the Gulley lobby at 8 p.m. tonight (Wednesday) for a sweet study break hosted by the ARC (Academic Resource Center)!
Start with a scoop of support from an ARC consultant, add on some test prep resources, and sprinkle in proven study tips to help you prepare for finals like a pro. Oh, and don’t forget the actual sundae—included for free!
Reach out to Jordan West at jmerrifield@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Our last event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month is coming up! Join us at the IRC tomorrow (Thursday) at 4 p.m. for snacks and great conversations as we watch Audrie & Daisy, a documentary about sexual assault.
You can also hold your own watch party with your roommates and friends. Anyone who participates and fills out our form will be entered to win a $100 gift card to Fred Meyer. Learn more here.
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Monday, April 14th, 2025
In May of 2025, students and faculty from our Doctor of Physical Therapy program will be heading to Uganda for a medical service trip! Our well-established partnerships with local leaders in Uganda seek to meet the physical and educational needs that exist in these communities.
We need your help! This trip is being funded by donations and fundraisers, with our next one being through Burgerville today (Tuesday). Visit the Burgerville in Newberg and mention George Fox. You can also order ahead on the app and use the promo code GEORGEFOX.
Thank you for your support! Contact Amanda Brandes at abrandes23@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
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Monday, April 14th, 2025
The final issue of The Crescent for this year comes out today! Read it here!
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Monday, April 14th, 2025
Bruin Pathways is hiring up to five student mentors to help welcome and support incoming first-year, first-generation students during a summer program July 16 to July 25. Housing and meals are included, and it’s a great opportunity to make a real impact on new students while building leadership experience.
If you’re interested, check out the application here. Questions or curiosities? Contact Jesse Cetz, director for first-generation student success, at jcetz@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, April 14th, 2025
Please join us for a farewell celebration in honor of Todd Curtis on Thursday, April 17, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Maker Hub.
All faculty, staff and students are invited to attend and wish Todd well in his future endeavors. We will be serving cake and refreshments. We hope to see you there!
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