Watch ‘Barbie’ and make bracelets with the Social Work Club on Monday

Thursday, September 21st, 2023

The Social Work Club invites you to make bracelets and watch Barbie! We will be in Roberts 101 on Monday, Sept. 25, at 7 p.m. Bring your friends (all majors welcome); snacks will be provided.

We look forward to seeing you! Contact Sophia Castillo at scastillo23@georgefox.edu for more information.

Short research study is seeking participants of all fitness levels

Thursday, September 21st, 2023

Want to be a part of a research study with a minimal time commitment? Join our short study testing sprinting performance at different times of day!

All fitness levels are encouraged; we want your contribution to our study! Find out whether your theories of when you work out best are correct, and earn potential extra credit (especially kinesiology students) at the discretion of your instructor.

Interested? Want to know more? Email Colin Bethurum at cbethurum21@georgefox.edu, or sign up for the study using this Informed Consent Form.

Fill out a survey on community service for an upcoming ‘Crescent’ article

Thursday, September 21st, 2023

Our student-run newspaper, The Crescent, is gathering student opinions on community service and Serve Day for the upcoming issue. All students are encouraged to fill out this short survey. Responses will confidential, but answers may be quoted.

Thank you for your participation!

Reach out to spiritual life if you would like to be baptized

Wednesday, September 20th, 2023

Would you like to be baptized this year? Our pastoral team will be offering a time for students to be baptized in the quad after chapel on Tuesday, Sept. 26.

If you are interested (no need to commit at this moment), please send us an email at spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Learn about the financial services industry at alumni panel

Wednesday, September 20th, 2023

Would you like to learn more about what it is like to work in the financial services industry? Come to our panel on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 6:30 p.m. in Hoover 103!

The Financial Planning Club is hosting this exclusive alumni panel that is open to all financial services majors, including finance, accounting, financial planning, and economics. George Fox alumni will talk about their current jobs and answer your questions. Don’t have any questions? Just come and listen. There will also be pizza and time to network with the panelists

Please fill out this form to RSVP.

Reach out to Cort Morris at cmorris20@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join a fun backpacking trip to Tunnel Falls next weekend

Wednesday, September 20th, 2023

Ready to try a real backpacking adventure? This is the perfect trip for you!

We’ll be exploring the incredible Tunnel Falls trail in the Columbia River Gorge overnight from Sept. 30 to Oct. 1. It is a lovely, moderate backpacking trip that some consider one of the prettiest in Oregon. University Recreation will provide all of the food, equipment, transportation and instruction that you need. Register here!

Have questions? Contact Megan Tollisen at mtollisen21@georgefox.edu.

Check out the opportunities at the study abroad fair on Oct. 4

Wednesday, September 20th, 2023

Are you interested in studying abroad?

The Center for Study Abroad is hosting a study abroad fair on Wednesday, Oct. 4, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Canyon Commons. Many of our off-campus programs will have representatives present, so come by to get information about different programs and countries and their requirements.

We will also be passing out information about the Center for Study Abroad application requirements and due dates, and there will be a prize drawing of $500 toward a study abroad program of your choice for those who attend and participate.

Questions? Email Lynn Scott at lscott@georgefox.edu or David Martínez at dmartinez@georgefox.edu, or stop by the Center for Study Abroad.

Serve by splitting and stacking for wood ministry on Saturdays

Wednesday, September 20th, 2023

As we head into the colder months, join us in helping our neighbors keep their fireplaces burning by splitting and stacking firewood. Head to Helper Helper (the app you used for Serve Day) for more information and to sign up for our first opportunity this Saturday, Sept. 23, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

If you are in need of transportation, we will be meeting at the spiritual life office (Barclay House) at 8:30 a.m. Otherwise, the address is 500 S. Everest Road in Newberg. This will be an ongoing opportunity, and you can find the rest of the dates on the app. Elective chapel credit will be offered.

Contact Emily Ong at eong20@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Help create an unforgettable night by volunteering at Night to Shine tomorrow

Wednesday, September 20th, 2023

Looking for a way to get out and serve God and his children? Consider volunteering at Night to Shine tomorrow night (Friday). If you are available, we have a great opportunity for you to serve.

Night to Shine, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, is a formal dance night where special needs individuals can come and have the time of their life. They get a buddy date and kinds of cool activities (dinner, dancing, limousine ride, karaoke, photo shoot, and more).

Northwest Christian Church, as well as the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), is asking for your help in making this night happen. You can sign up using this link. When you access the link, make sure to click “Volunteer at Shine” not “Register for Shine.”

Location: Northwest Christian Church (2315 Villa Road)
Date/Time: Sept. 22 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Responsibilities: To be determined by your activity volunteer sign-up in the link

For more information, please contact Scott McBride at smcbride20@georgefox.edu.

All are invited to see Richard Foster present award next Thursday

Tuesday, September 19th, 2023

Come see renowned Christian author, teacher and alumnus Richard J. Foster present an award in his name to pastor and fellow author Joshua Choonmin Kang next Thursday, Sept 28, at 7 p.m.

The presentation in Canyon Commons will be followed by Kang’s lecture, “Deep-Rooted in Christ,” and a reception. Kang will also speak at chapel earlier that day at 10:50 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

Can’t make Thursday’s session? You can register to watch it at this link.

A selection committee selected Kang as the 2023 recipient of the Richard J. Foster Award in Spiritual Formation. The award recognizes those whose intellectual and practical work helps others come into an ongoing transformational relationship with Jesus Christ. More info about the award and this year’s events can be found at this link.

Kang is the founding pastor of New Life Vision Church in the Koreatown area of Los Angeles, and the author of more than 80 books in Korean, including Solitude of a Leader, with over 1.5 million copies in print.

Contact Sarah Taylor at taylors@georgefox.edu for more information.

Worship and study the Bible en español every Wednesday

Tuesday, September 19th, 2023

Join our Spanish Bible Study group on Wednesdays (including today) from 5 to 5:40 p.m. in the Minthorn building basement. Everyone is welcome, regardless of your level of Bible or Spanish knowledge.

For more information, contact Nicole Canedo at ncanedo21@georgefox.edu. We look forward to seeing you there!

Participate in Quaker-style worship opportunity this afternoon

Tuesday, September 19th, 2023

Come join us for Quaker-style open worship this afternoon (Wednesday) in Hoover 250 from 2:15 to 2:45 p.m. as we prayerfully open our lives to Christ’s present leading within and among us.

All are welcome, and spiritual life credit is available. The host today will be Nathanael Ankeny.

Sources of Strength club is kicking off for the school year

Tuesday, September 19th, 2023

The Sources of Strength kickoff event of the school year is happening this Monday, Sept. 25! It will be in Roberts 117 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. If you are interested in joining us, please RSVP at this link so we can plan accordingly. We hope to see you there!

You can email Sara Thudium at sthudium21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Counseling is still free for students

Tuesday, September 19th, 2023

Need counseling? Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Are you having problems in your relationships that are getting in the way of your academics or life in general?

George Fox’s counseling services are here to meet all of your mental health needs, and is still free for Newberg campus students and conveniently located right here on campus. Counseling for non-Newberg-based students is available for $30 per session.

We offer in-person and virtual appointments for students living in Oregon. One-time consults and ongoing counseling appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, please call 503-554-2340.

Sign up for The Amazing Race and Fox Got Talent

Monday, September 18th, 2023

The highly requested return of The Amazing Race is this Friday, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. Race through Newberg gathering clues to make it to the finish line! Sign up now for a chance to win a $100 Langer’s gift card. Sign up your team of two to four people using this link to secure your spot. We will also take walk-ups until we are full.

Still want to audition for Fox Got Talent? We have auditions tomorrow (Wednesday) in Bauman Auditorium. All talents are welcome and encouraged to participate, whether you’re a juggler, magician, contortionist, impressionist, singer, sword swallower, speedy Rubik’s Cube solver, or whatever else you do best. Fill out this form to audition for a chance to win a $500 cash prize!

Check out the Activities Weekly email for more details on these events.

Coming up:

  • The Amazing Race: Friday, Sept. 22, 7 p.m. in front of Stevens
  • ’80s Dance: Friday, Sept. 29, 8 p.m. in EHS
  • Fox Got Talent: Friday, Oct. 6, 7 p.m. in Bauman

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions!

Don’t forget to apply to join off-campus retreat Oct. 12-14

Sunday, September 17th, 2023

You’re invited to join us for an off-campus retreat during mid-semester break from Thursday, Oct. 12, through Saturday, Oct. 14.

These retreats are thoughtfully designed for a small group of 10 to 12 students and will take place off campus. During the retreat, participants can expect to enter into a slower pace to engage in various spiritual practices that refresh their mind, body and spirit.

Additionally, students will have the opportunity to create connections with fellow students and staff, fostering a sense of community and support.

You must fill out an application to express interest in attending. You will receive a confirmation email to let you know you’ve been selected to attend, and then you will secure your spot with $20. The $20 covers food, lodging and transportation. The last day to sign up is Saturday, Sept. 30.

Chapel credit is offered for those who attend. If you have questions, feel free to contact Cyndi Murillo at cmurillo@georgefox.edu.

Interested in hanging out with kids? Come to FPNO and Little+Big Bruins info night Wednesday

Sunday, September 17th, 2023

Interested in helping out families and children? Come volunteer for Foster Parents Night Out (FPNO) and/or Little+Big Bruins!

FPNO is a monthly event in which foster parents drop off their children and volunteers play with them for the evening. Little+Big Bruins is a mentorship program in which George Fox students are paired with an elementary or middle school student in the Newberg School District and build a relationship with them.

If you are interested in either of these programs, please come to the info/training night at 7 p.m. this Wednesday, Sept. 20, in Canyon Commons 101-102. You do not have to be committed to come to the info/training night, but it is required to participate.

Please email fpno.georgefox@gmail.com or anardella21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Learn everything you need to know about backpacking at UREC workshop tomorrow

Sunday, September 17th, 2023

Want to learn some backpacking basics? Join our outdoor recreation trip leaders at University Recreation for a fun workshop on how to plan a backpacking trip!

In this two-part series, we’ll teach you the basics about equipment, preparation, meal planning, picking a trail, and more. This is a great opportunity to talk to new and experienced backpackers about how to create successful and fun trips. The workshop is free and open to all undergraduate and graduate students.

The first session will be tomorrow (Tuesday) at 7 p.m. Register by going here.

Have questions? Email Nicole Lindblom at nlindblom20@georgefox.edu.

Earn chapel credit tonight at the first psychology chapel of the year

Sunday, September 17th, 2023

The Psychology Club is partnering with Sources of Strength to host the first psychology chapel this year!

Please come listen to guest speaker Dr. Kris Kays discuss hopelessness and how to cope with it this evening (Monday) at 6 p.m. in Hoover 208. You’ll have the opportunity to earn one non-Bauman chapel credit.

Get discounted tickets for professional soccer games this week

Sunday, September 17th, 2023

Join other George Fox students for a Timbers game this week! We have two dates available for discounted tickets, Sept. 20 and Sept. 23. Buy tickets here.

Reach out to AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.