Please register if you’re interested in attending additional BruinBuy training sessions.
These sessions are designed to help you get the most out of BruinBuy, answer your questions, and build confidence in using the system.
We look forward to supporting you! If you have any questions, contact Frank Charles at fcharles@georgefox.edu.
The beginning of next week, Newberg temperatures are expected to be in the mid- to high-90s. While we all love a beautiful summer day, high temperatures bring the risk of heat-related illnesses. Your safety is our top priority, so let’s make sure we’re all prepared.
To help everyone stay cool and healthy, please follow the university’s heat protocol:
Got questions about staying safe in the heat? Don’t hesitate to reach out! Contact Kim Knoernschild, our environmental health and safety specialist, at kknoernschild@georgefox.edu.
Stay cool, stay safe, and have a great week!
Did you know the George Fox YouTube channel has new content each week?
Check out our most recent videos and subscribe ahead of Welcome Weekend to watch the latest campus content here.
Have you had the opportunity to view our Monday Motivation series featured on George Fox’s Instagram stories or YouTube channel throughout the academic year? Would you like to be featured?
If you are passionate about sharing the Word of God and making an impact on campus, now is the perfect time to get involved. We are currently seeking employees to be featured this summer! Please feel free to reach out to Malia Harvey at mharvey23@georgefox.edu for more information or to express your interest. Malia can provide further details and assist you with the next steps in this great opportunity.
Thank you for your time and consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!
Check out Google’s latest new features related to AI tools:
NotebookLM
Gemini Web App
Gemini Advanced/Pro (for those with Gemini Premium licenses)
Google Portraits
Contact us at servicedesk@georgefox.edu with any questions, or check the IT: AI website.
The Office for Spiritual Life is looking for Life Group leaders for our fall 2025 Life Groups series (the weeks of Sept. 15 through Oct. 31). Life Groups are small groups of undergraduate students who meet together for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Groups meet weekly for 60 to 90 minutes.
This fall, our groups will be either in person or completely via Zoom. Groups led by a George Fox staff or faculty member will be SPIL-credit eligible in order to encourage students to engage in high-quality spiritual formation experiences that are participatory and offer ongoing community.
To sign up, please fill out this form by Monday, Aug. 18. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Cyndi Murillo at cmurillo@georgefox.edu.
Dreaming of homeownership but feeling overwhelmed by the process? Canopy’s comprehensive guide, “Homebuying 101: Your Complete Guide to Owning a Home,” is designed just for you!
From understanding mortgages and navigating the market to accessing valuable grant programs, we break down every step of the homebuying journey. Canopy offers unlimited expert guidance and exclusive programs for every life stage, including special resources for veterans, medical professionals, and teachers.
Let us help you confidently achieve your dream of owning a home and start building wealth today. Watch this video and learn how to save money, then call Canopy at 1-800-433-2320 to get started with our Advantage Home Plus Program.
Please register if you’re interested in attending additional BruinBuy training sessions.
These sessions are designed to help you get the most out of BruinBuy, answer your questions, and build confidence in using the system.
We look forward to supporting you! If you have any questions, contact Frank Charles at fcharles@georgefox.edu.
We are excited to announce that on Friday, Aug. 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the student life office will be hosting our Community Fair! Please let Kara Holcombe know if you are interested and willing to staff a tent for your department.
We will provide a 10×10 tent, one table and two chairs. You would provide any paperwork or other items you would like to be made available to students or family members/guests.
If you could please complete this Google Form on whether or not you are interested that would be helpful.
If you have questions, please reach out to Kaitlyn Bell at kbell22@georgefox.edu.
It’s that time again! Welcome Weekend is our chance to welcome each and every new student as they step onto campus.
With such a large incoming class, we need all hands on deck as we each do our part to make students and their guests experience the Be Known promise. And who better to do that than our own faculty and staff?
Please complete this form if you would like to join our team to volunteer, and we will contact you with further instructions. We need help with drivers on Sunday; if you are available, please select that option.
Questions? Contact Kara Holcombe at kholcombe@georgefox.edu.
Do you have an interior design project you would like some help on? The STUDIO at George Fox works on interior design projects all year round.
We work on residential and commercial projects, so if you have a project you’d like help with, let us know and we can talk logistics! Reach out to Casey Martin at martinc@georgefox.edu to chat further!
Have you been experiencing aches or pains in your body? Injured recently? Planning on having surgery? Noticing difficulty with everyday movements? The university’s Physical Therapy Community Clinic is here for you!
While Dr. Catherine Cieslak is out on maternity leave, our summer physical therapist, Dr. Jordon Whitaker, will treat all kinds of pain, injuries and movement difficulties of all types, so please reach out if you are needing guidance or treatment.
As a graduate of George Fox’s program, Jordon is excited to jump in and serve this community again. She is a great resource for you, so take advantage. We will work with you, your schedule, and your finances to give you the care you need.
The cost is $35 per session for community members and $25 per session for George Fox students and faculty.
Please call 503-554-2479 and leave a voicemail, or email physicaltherapy@georgefox.edu with your information to schedule an appointment. We look forward to serving you!
Not sure if buying a home is the right move? Join a Canopy webinar to help you decide what’s best for you. They will cover the pros and cons of renting vs. buying and what it takes to qualify for a mortgage.
Is homeownership right for you? Register here to find out. The webinar is scheduled from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14.
Did you know that nearly 70% of Americans don’t have a will? This August, in honor of National Make-A-Will Month, you can create a legal will with George Fox’s new online “No Cost Will.”
It’s simple, provides instant peace of mind, and makes it easy for you to make decisions about what matters most. To make your free will, visit georgefox.edu/Will.
Need more information? Email Tracy Fabel at tfabel@georgefox.edu.
Join a Canopy webinar to learn more about essential home maintenance tasks for every season, including preventive tips to avoid costly repairs. Keep your home in top condition all year round.
Reserve your seat here for the event, scheduled from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13.
Working as a caregiver has unique responsibilities and stressors. Join a Canopy webinar that will address the specific challenges of being a caregiver, how to avoid burnout as a caregiver, and skills needed to balance caregiving with the other aspects of your life.
Register now at this link. The webinar will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 12. Additional resources for caregivers (childcare and eldercare) can be found here.
It’s that time again! Welcome Weekend is our chance to welcome each and every new student as they step onto campus.
With such a large incoming class, we need all hands on deck as we each do our part to make students and their guests experience the Be Known promise. And who better to do that than our own faculty and staff?
Please complete this form if you would like to join our team to volunteer, and we will contact you with further instructions. We need help with drivers on Sunday; if you are available, please select that option.
Questions? Contact Kara Holcombe at kholcombe@georgefox.edu.
The Office for Spiritual Life is looking for Life Group leaders for our fall 2025 Life Groups series (the weeks of Sept. 15 through Oct. 31). Life Groups are small groups of undergraduate students who meet together for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Groups meet weekly for 60 to 90 minutes.
This fall, our groups will be either in person or completely via Zoom. Groups led by a George Fox staff or faculty member will be SPIL-credit eligible in order to encourage students to engage in high-quality spiritual formation experiences that are participatory and offer ongoing community.
To sign up, please fill out this form by Monday, Aug. 18. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Cyndi Murillo at cmurillo@georgefox.edu.
As our nutrition campaign continues, we want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who participated and embraced the journey toward healthier eating! It’s been inspiring to see the positive changes and increased awareness around making nutritious choices.
The healthy eating journey doesn’t end here; it evolves into a lifestyle. To help keep the momentum going and continue building on these positive changes, we highly recommend checking out the American Heart Association’s “Together Tuesdays” video series.
These short, engaging videos offer practical tips and delicious ideas for healthy eating, all while emphasizing the importance of doing it together. Take a few minutes to watch them and explore the website – you might also discover new recipes, meal prep strategies, or simply find renewed motivation to keep your healthy eating habits strong.
– Wellness Committee (Bewell@georgefox.edu)
The IT Department is selling used iMacs, MacBooks, PC laptops, desktops and Chromebooks on a first-come, first-served basis at the service desk in the Stevens Center. Please see this website for more information.
Important Purchase Information
All computers are sold as is. The IT Department does not provide support, maintenance or updates for these machines, and cannot guarantee manufacturer parts availability. Payment by debit or credit card in person is required at the time of purchase. We are unable to hold computers.
All computers have been factory reset and are running the highest operating system compatible with their hardware. These devices are best suited for web browsing, streaming, and applications that do not require a newer operating system. Please note that some versions of Microsoft Office may not be compatible.
Included Accessories
Questions? Please contact the Service Desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu.
