Turnitin update scheduled for this Saturday

Tuesday, September 18th, 2018

Turnitin will be performing a scheduled maintenance update on Saturday, Sept. 22, and Turnitin services will be temporarily unavailable from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (PDT) that day.

For FoxTALE Assignments that are using Turnitin, students should not attempt to submit during the Turnitin maintenance update. Please submit the day before or after the update takes place.

All other FoxTALE services will operate as usual. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Contact the Service Desk with any questions: 503-554-2569 or servicedesk@georgefox.edu.

Join us for worship night this Saturday

Tuesday, September 18th, 2018

UNI Worship night is happening on Saturday, Sept. 22, at Red Hills Church (115 3rd St.). It will be the place to be, and you’ll regret it if you miss out! We’ll meet on the quad at 7 p.m. and walk over together.

Join us for a high-energy, super awesome worship night that brings in musicians from all over the world. In this first meeting, a singer from the church Mosaic in Los Angeles will join us. Come worship however you want, whether that be jumping around or just sitting and watching. The idea is to bring people together and celebrate what God has done and what God is doing.

Will will have food, drinks, community, and even a DJ! Bring someone with you. God is gonna move!

You can follow uni.gfu on Instagram for updates. If you want to get involved musically, DM us at uni.gfu on Instagram.

Contact Nathan Brantingham (nbrantingham17@georgefox.edu) with questions.

Come celebrate grand opening of Hadlock Student Center Wednesday

Monday, September 17th, 2018

The long-awaited grand opening of the Hadlock Student Center is Wednesday, Sept. 19, from 3 to 6 p.m. We will have games and giveaways going on all afternoon, and you don’t want to miss out!

We will begin normal operating hours on Thursday, Sept. 20. If you haven’t already, please take a few moments to complete the required liability form and review the facility policies.

We are so excited to share this beautiful new facility with the campus community and help you find your fit!

Contact Rob Simpson (simpsonr@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Have shoulder pain? Have PT students check it out

Monday, September 17th, 2018

The physical therapy department is looking for volunteers to participate in a lab session on the shoulder. If you have a problem with your shoulder or upper arm, our lab is the place to be!

Our doctor of physical therapy second-year students, along with faculty members, will be performing examinations and giving you direction on how to take care of your condition. Volunteers are needed for either a one- or two-hour session beginning at 12:30 p.m. and ending at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 20, at the Roberts Center.

Please email or call Linda Dallof at ldallof@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2451 to sign up. We hope you can join us!

How to register a formal student complaint

Monday, September 17th, 2018

While most student concerns and complaints can and should be resolved informally, there is a formal general complaint procedure described in the “Support for Students” section of the Undergraduate Student Handbook as well as on the Graduate/DPS Policies page of the website.

Note that these procedures cover complaints of a general nature and do not supersede specific policies involving special cases such as grade appeals, sexual harassment, etc., which are covered elsewhere in the Student Handbook, catalog or Graduate/DPS Policies.

For more information, contact the student life department (studentlife@georgefox.edu).

Role of church in racial reconciliation discussed tonight

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Are you interested in learning more about the role of the church in racial reconciliation? Join us for a discussion on this topic in Canyon Commons 103 tonight (Tuesday) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Mathetes, a time for students, faculty and community members to gather together and address current issues.

Elective chapel credit is available for all who participate. Questions? Contact Katherine Reamy (kreamy15@georgefox.edu).

Want to learn more about recycling policy? Come to Sept. 24 meeting

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Have you noticed changes occurring in how we are recycling as a university? Are you curious what led to these changes and how we are seeking to recycle in the future? Do you have some thoughts or ideas about recycling that you would like to dialogue around?

If so, join us for a meeting from 5 to 5:40 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 24, in EHS 102. The meeting will include a 20-minute presentation on the state of recycling at George Fox, followed by about 20 minutes of question-and-answer time and open dialogue.

All are welcome and encouraged to bring questions and ideas! If you have any questions about this event, or if you are not able to make this meeting but have some questions regarding recycling on campus, you can email Trevor Woods at twoods@georgefox.edu.

Donation locations set up to give to Door to Grace charity

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Hey everyone! We are going to doing a hygiene/food/clothing drive for an amazing company called Door to Grace. They help bring family and love to sexually exploited children.

Drop off your donations at our three current locations: tables at chapel, the SpIL office, or the bin outside the library. Donations will be accepted through Friday, Sept. 21.

Email Meghan Elford (melford17@georgefox.edu) or visit the SpIL website to learn more.

Please fill out Serve Day feedback form

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Thank you for your amazing participation in Serve Day! It was a great day of service, and we keep hearing encouraging news from our community partners.

More than 2,000 people were involved in Serve Day in various ways. This means more than 2,000 people saw different sides of Serve Day; we are eager to learn about these experiences.

If you have any feedback you’d like to share regarding Serve Day, we’d be happy to receive it. Please use this form to offer that feedback.

Learn more about how you can help combat sex trafficking

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Are you interested in addressing the issue of sex trafficking? Are you interested in partnering with an agency around the globe?

Come listen to Valerie Bellamy of Compassion First’s community development operations in East Java, Indonesia. She will be at the Portland Center (Room 155) from noon to 1 p.m. this Thursday, Sept. 20.

Bring your own lunch and find our more information about how you can get involved!

Contact Mickina Biagi (mbiagi14@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Bring your talent to Cottage Open Mic this Saturday

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Have you ever wanted to present your slam poetry? Original music? Stand-up comedy? Interpretive dance? Or anything in between?

Try it all at Cottage Open Mic this Saturday, Sept. 22! It’s a low-stakes way to try something new. Show up at 6:45 p.m. to fill in you slot, or 7 p.m. if you’d rather watch the fun.

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

Interested in mentoring a high school student?

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Catalyst Alternative High School in Newberg is looking for eager mentors for students. Students come to Catalyst for a variety of reasons, including anxiety, depression and social pressures. Many of these students long to have a one-on-one relationship with someone they can trust and look up to. We are looking for mentors who can commit to fall and/or spring semester.

Catalyst is looking for people who are:

  • Committed to building relationships with students
  • Willing to be proactive and initiative
  • Passionate about working with youth
  • Attentive listeners
  • Encouraging and supportive
  • Positive role models

You have the opportunity to be a consistent figure in their life that guides them through obstacles in their school/home/social/academic life.

Interested? Please contact Christian Hughes (chughes15@georgefox.edu).

Thank you for your time and consideration!

Open auditions set tomorrow for comedy short film

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Want to be in the most-talked-about film of this year? Ever wanted to be a camp counselor? Have a slightly embarrassing love of soft tacos? Come join us!

Auditions for the comedic short film directed by Jake Thiessen will be held at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) the Cinematic Arts building.

We are looking for two college-age male actors, two college-age female actors, one female around the age of 30, and five elementary/middle school-age kids. If you fit any of these categories, please try out!

For more information, contact Ashlyn Eperjesi (aeperjesi16@georgefox.edu).

Tutors needed for high school students

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Catalyst Alternative High School in Newberg is looking for math, science and history tutors who are available during fall and/or spring semester.

Your objective would be to help them gain a better understanding of the material presented in these classes: general algebra, science and history. These students would benefit from additional encouragement and guidance from you.

Follow this link for qualifications and responsibilities.

Interested or have questions? Email Christian Hughes (chughes15@georgefox.edu).

Thank you for your consideration!

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Koinonia this Thursday

Monday, September 17th, 2018

To kick off the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, the intercultural life office is partnering with our Latinx Heritage Club to do Koinonia at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 20, in Canyon Commons 103!

We will have worship, good food and engage in conversations about immigration. We would love for you to join us! All we ask is that you bring your culture and be ready to learn about others. Elective chapel credit will be offered for this event.

Contact Kaheela Reid (kreid15@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Bob Harder speaks at Bruins Lead Thursday in Wheeler 208

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Join us this Thursday, Sept. 20, as we welcome Bob Harder, dean of the College of Engineering, to speak at Bruins Lead, a forum designed for our coaches to share about leadership development and what it means to lead openly. We will meet from 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. in Wheeler 208.

Bruins Lead is open to anyone who is interested in furthering their leadership skills. Come and learn from some of the best!

Questions? Contact Elise Trask (etrask@georgefox.edu).

Come to Students for Life group’s ice cream social tomorrow

Monday, September 17th, 2018

The Students For Life club is hosting its annual kickoff ice cream social tomorrow (Wednesday)! All are invited to free ice cream and a good time in Stevens 109, after chapel from 8 to 9 p.m.

Expect lots of snacks, a free T-shirt drawing, and the opportunity to hear about the exciting plans Students For Life GFU has for this school year!

Contact Savanna Poston (sposton15@georgefox.edu) for more information.

International Girls House looking for renter

Monday, September 17th, 2018

The International Girls House is an off-campus home for female international students (or internationally minded students) located only a few blocks from campus. We currently have a vacant room we are looking to fill.

If you are interested in renting an affordable room, please contact Savanna Poston, house director, at 503-290-6828 or sposton15@georgefox.edu.

Registration still open for Wilderness First Aid course

Monday, September 17th, 2018

Campus Recreation is hosting a Wilderness First Aid course on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 27-28. The cost is $100 for George Fox students, $150 for staff/faculty and $225 for all others. Space in the class is limited, so please register early if interested.

Additional details can be found on the registration form. Contact Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu with questions.

Kickball league kicks off this week

Sunday, September 16th, 2018

The Hadlock Student Center is hosting a kickball intramural league! It will run Wednesday, Sept. 19, to Wednesday, Oct. 17. The league is open for sign-ups in IMLeagues, so go find a team and sign up!

All intramural leagues and tournaments are open to faculty, staff, graduate and undergraduate students. Contact Jordan Caddel (jcaddel15@georgefox.edu) with any questions.