Sign up for Thursday’s Foster Parents’ Night Out training session

Monday, January 21st, 2019

Interested in mentoring children in foster care? Come to a training and get certified to serve with Foster Parents’ Night Out. Sign up using this link. The training is scheduled from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 24, in Lemmons 5.

Contact Cana Buckley (cbuckley17@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Sign up now to volunteer at Night to Shine on Feb. 8

Monday, January 21st, 2019

Night to Shine is back on Friday, Feb. 8! Night to Shine is a special-needs prom sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, complete with a red-carpet entrance, limos, dinner, professional hair and makeup, karaoke and lots of dancing!

We are looking for volunteers to be buddies to our special guests. We also have many other volunteer opportunities. To sign up to volunteer, go to newbergcc.org/ntsvolunteer. Have questions? Contact Katlyn Kronschnabl at katlyn@newbergcc.org.

Theatre department’s winter musical ‘Jane Eyre’ opens next week

Monday, January 21st, 2019

The George Fox theatre department opens its winter musical Jane Eyre this month. Come join us for a compelling and powerful musical adaptation of Charlotte Brontë’s masterpiece.

The show runs in Wood-Mar Auditorium Jan. 31 through Feb. 2 and Feb. 7-9 at 7:30 p.m., and will also include 2 p.m. matinee performances on Sunday, Feb. 3, and Sunday, Feb. 10. Open captioning will be available for the shows on Feb. 3 and Feb. 7.

Student tickets are free both Thursdays, Jan. 31 and Feb. 7. Bring your student ID to the door. Employees are provided with one complimentary ticket for any of the shows.

Reserve your seat online and bring your George Fox ID with you to show at the door. You may also purchase additional tickets online. Tickets are also available for pick-up at the box office in the Bruin Store (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.).

For more information, visit this page. See you at the show!

Sign up now for Relationship Retreat at the coast Feb. 8-10

Sunday, January 20th, 2019

The Office of Commuter Life is hosting a Relationship Retreat Feb. 8-10 on the Oregon Coast. It is open to undergraduate married, engaged or seriously dating couples (one person per couple must be an undergraduate George Fox student). There are still spots available, so sign up today!

The cost for those who register between now and Friday, Jan. 25, is $65 per couple, which covers meals and an amazing speaker. Spots are limited to 15 couples, so please fill out this form to sign up. Only one person from the couple needs to complete the form.

Please note: The second part of the retreat is a Great Date Night scheduled for Sunday, March 10, from 5 to 8 p.m. Mark your calendar now for both events, and save the date if you hope to attend. More information will be sent to you once the application is completed.

Any questions should be directed to Kristi Welker, director of Commuter Life, at kwelker@georgefox.edu, or Tyler Welker, assistant professor of cinematic arts, at twelker@georgefox.edu.

Register now for the Job & Internship Fair

Sunday, January 20th, 2019

On Tuesday, Feb. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the IDEA Center is hosting its third annual Job & Internship Fair. Employers from the Portland area and beyond will be on campus to talk with students from all majors, looking to recruit for various jobs and internships.

This is an amazing opportunity to connect with industry-leading companies right here on the George Fox campus. Stay tuned for updates in the coming weeks!

Students are strongly encouraged to register for this event. To register, visit our web page on Handshake.

Questions? Contact Grace Tissell at gtissell@georgefox.edu.

Commuter students: Please be sure to read Student Handbook

Sunday, January 20th, 2019

Commuter students: Please be reminded that you should take time to review the Student Handbook. Since you are living off campus and are not attending all-area meetings through Residence Life, this is your reminder from the Office of Commuter Life to review our community’s expectations of you.

The Undergraduate Student Handbook is a significant resource that serves to articulate the lifestyle standards, community policies, and other aspects of being a member of the George Fox community.

While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this handbook, it is not a binding contract and it may be changed, updated, amended and/or modified at any time by action of appropriate university personnel. Students of George Fox University are responsible for reviewing and adhering to all published university policies. We hope that you find this searchable handbook to be a tool that is both informative and helpful.

The handbook can be found at studenthandbook.georgefox.edu.

Sign up for intramural volleyball before midnight

Sunday, January 20th, 2019

There is still time to put together an intramural volleyball team. Sign-ups are on IM Leagues, and they close today (Monday) at midnight. Games begin tomorrow in the Hadlock Student Center.

If you have any questions, email intramurals@georgefox.edu.

Make plans to attend today’s MLK event at cultural center

Sunday, January 20th, 2019

The university community is invited to the Chehalem Cultural Center to commemorate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., today (Monday). This year’s theme is “A Message of Hope.”

In addition to spoken word, musical and vocal performances, we are excited to welcome our guest speaker, Miles K. Davis, president of Linfield College. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; the program begins at 6 p.m., followed by a reception and resource fair. The center is located at 415 E. Sheridan St.

Contact Rick Muthiah at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu for more information.

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events

Sunday, January 20th, 2019

Don’t miss the following student events:

  • Friday, Jan. 25, 8-11 p.m. – Loudest Dance in the Library
  • Saturday, Jan. 26, 10 a.m. – Canyon Chaos at the fire pit
  • Friday, Feb. 1, 6-9 p.m. – Polar Bear Swim at Tilikum
  • Saturday, Feb. 9, 7 p.m. – Dating Game in Bauman

Questions? Write activities@georgefox.edu.

Retail cafes closed Monday in observance of MLK holiday

Friday, January 18th, 2019

The Bruin Den, Bruin Bites and Bridge Cafe will all be closed on Monday, Jan. 21, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

All three cafes will resume normal hours of operation on Tuesday. We would also like to thank you for your patience and understanding this past week while the Bruin Bites was closed. It will be open again starting Tuesday, Jan. 22!

Volunteer to have fun with kids on MLK Day

Friday, January 18th, 2019

As part of Kingdom Come Week, spiritual life is partnering with Providence to provide a fun place for kids to have fun.

This Monday, Jan. 21, from noon to 5 p.m., we are meeting at Newberg Christian Church (2315 Villa Road). Come for a time of fun and service.

To learn more or sign up, contact Alex Embleton at aembleton15@georgefox.edu.

Connect with elderly neighbors through ‘Generation Connection’

Friday, January 18th, 2019

This semester the spiritual life office is starting up a friendship/mentorship program, “Generation Connection”! Our goal is to join George Fox students and elderly folks from neighboring churches and retirement homes in an intentional community.

Participants will be paired up and commit to hour-long weekly one-on-one meetings between February and April. These meetings will provide a space to bridge the generation gap while engaging in conversation or pursuing common interests.

To learn more or sign up before Feb. 1, visit this page on the spiritual life site.

Check out Open Mic event at Coffee Cottage tonight

Friday, January 18th, 2019

Have you ever wanted to present your slam poetry? Original music? Stand-up comedy? Interpretive dance? Or anything in between? Try it all at Coffee Cottage Open Mic tonight (Saturday)!

It is a great time to try something new. Show up at 6:45 p.m. to fill in your slot, or 7 p.m. if you would rather watch the fun.

Please note: Due to our copyright laws, we cannot allow covers; we encourage original works all around. Additionally, if you are performing an original song, please bring your instrument. We provide an amp and microphone.

Join us at the Coffee Cottage, 808 E Hancock St. Contact Araya Glancy (aglancy16@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Deadline to organize intramural volleyball team is this Monday

Friday, January 18th, 2019

There is still time to put together an intramural volleyball team. Sign-ups are on IM Leagues, and they close this Monday, Jan. 21, at midnight. Games begin on Tuesday, Jan. 22, in the Hadlock Student Center.

If you have any questions, email intramurals@georgefox.edu.

University closes Monday to observe MLK holiday

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

The university’s offices and libraries will be closed Monday, Jan. 21, to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

On the Newberg campus, the Hadlock Student Center will be open from noon to 11 p.m. that day, and the Bruin Store will be open from noon to 2 p.m. In-store pick-up orders can be retrieved during those hours in the store (no longer in the FoxHole).

Space still available for Relationship Retreat at the coast Feb. 8-10

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

The Office of Commuter Life is hosting a Relationship Retreat Feb. 8-10 on the Oregon Coast. It is open to undergraduate married, engaged or seriously dating couples (one person per couple must be an undergraduate George Fox student). There are still spots available, so sign up today!

The cost for those who register between now and Friday, Jan. 25, is $65 per couple, which covers meals and an amazing speaker. Spots are limited to 15 couples, so please fill out this form to sign up. Only one person from the couple needs to complete the form.

Please note: The second part of the retreat is a Great Date Night scheduled for Sunday, March 10, from 5 to 8 p.m. Mark your calendar now for both events, and save the date if you hope to attend. More information will be sent to you once the application is completed.

Any questions should be directed to Kristi Welker, director of Commuter Life, at kwelker@georgefox.edu, or Tyler Welker, assistant professor of cinematic arts, at twelker@georgefox.edu.

Don’t miss out on these upcoming student events

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

Don’t miss the following student events:

  • Friday, Jan. 25, 8-11 p.m. – Loudest Dance in the Library
  • Saturday, Jan. 26, 10 a.m. – Canyon Chaos at the fire pit
  • Friday, Feb. 1, 6-9 p.m. – Polar Bear Swim at Tilikum
  • Saturday, Feb. 9, 7 p.m. – Dating Game in Bauman

Questions? Write activities@georgefox.edu.

‘Will America Ban Hate Speech?’ presented this Tuesday in Hoover 105

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

The politics department invites the university community to a special guest lecture, “Will America Ban Hate Speech?,” at 7 p.m. this Tuesday, Jan. 22, in Hoover 105.

Presenting will be Arthur Milikh, associate director and research fellow at the Heritage Foundation’s B. Kenneth Simon Center for Principles and Politics. Milikh conducts research on America’s founding principles, oversees the center’s research portfolio, and gives talks on the tenets of the American political tradition to policymakers, political leaders and the public.

Contact Angela Umfleet at 503-554-2678 for more information.

Join the Swing Dance Club Saturday night

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

Love dancing? Then come join the Swing Dance Club tomorrow night (Saturday) in the FoxHole. Beginner lessons start at 6:30 p.m., followed by the intermediate dance at 7 p.m. and the open dance at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to join us!

Questions? Contact Andrea Alsager (aalsager17@georgefox.edu).

Spring Serve applications are open!

Thursday, January 17th, 2019

We are now taking applications for spring break serve trips! SpiL trips are week-long trips March 24-31.

This year, we are going to:

  • Urban Impact (Seattle)
  • Outdoor Oregon (Ashland, Oregon)
  • Camp Attitude (Foster, Oregon)
  • Mending Wings (Wapato, Washington)
  • Portland 101 (Portland)

Applications to be a student leader are also available. If you have been on a trip before, consider joining a team as a student leader! Applications can be found on the SpiL website.

Applications are open through February. For more information or if you have any questions, email Monik Kadarmanto at mkadarmanto@georgefox.edu.

Faculty, please encourage students to apply!