Campus work-order system is currently not available

Monday, May 12th, 2025

The campus work-order system (TMA) is currently offline while we do a software update. Any time-sensitive issues should be emailed to plantservices@georgefox.edu. Thank you for your patience.

Learn to make hanging baskets tomorrow at the Thomas Center

Monday, May 12th, 2025

Learn to make gorgeous hanging baskets, like the ones that grace our George Fox quad area, tomorrow (Wednesday) starting at 9 a.m. You will learn a valuable skill and help decorate our beautiful campus. You are welcome to join in the class at any time (the event will last approximately four hours). Sign up by emailing nmcdaniel@georgefox.edu.

We will be located at the covered lower patio at the Thomas Center (1101 Villa Road). Please contact the Plant Services office with any questions at 503-554-2010.

Have a great story to tell? Let us know!

Monday, May 12th, 2025

Know of any great George Fox-related stories? Students making a difference in their communities? An inspiring account of someone who has overcome obstacles or has had an amazing faith journey? A professor who exemplifies the Be Known promise?

If so, we in marketing communications want to hear about it! Please fill out this form and include the name of the person you wish to highlight, their contact info (if possible), and a few details about what makes their story compelling. We’ll take it from there!

Some folks may be featured in our blog and/or on our website. Still others may be featured in a video or in our university magazine. In short, we’re looking for stories that communicate why George Fox is such a special place.

Thanks for taking time to share these stories with us!

Come worship alongside colleagues Thursday in the chapel

Monday, May 12th, 2025

Join your colleagues and coworkers for our first Summer Employee Worship Gathering this Thursday, May 15, from 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. in the George Fox Chapel!

Enjoy singing, a thoughtful devotional and fellowship. These worship gatherings aim to provide an opportunity to worship together while promoting unity amongst our employees through our shared commitment to Jesus Christ. Mark your calendar for this Thursday!

For more information, contact Joe Thouvenel, director of engagement and culture, at jthouvenel@georgefox.edu.

Schedule a one-on-one retirement consultation for May 20

Sunday, May 11th, 2025

George Fox has been committed to your financial well-being by offering on-campus retirement consultations every month, and now is your next opportunity to meet one-on-one with Phillip Carbajal, our dedicated retirement specialist from Nationwide, right here on campus. He will be in Klages 231 on Tuesday, May 20, between 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

This is your chance to have a personalized consultation to discuss your retirement goals, understand your options, and get answers to your specific questions – all in a convenient setting. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain clarity and confidence in your retirement planning. Sign up here today!

Your next opportunity for an on-campus consultation will be on Wednesday, June 18. If this doesn’t work for you, you can also reach out to Phillip to schedule a virtual appointment that fits your schedule. See this flier for more details.

Make sure you submit FY25 items before leaving campus

Sunday, May 11th, 2025

Submit your FY25 deposits: If your contract ends soon and/or you will not be on campus over the summer, please bring over any cash or checks before you leave.

Please look around your desks and file cabinets to see if there are any lingering items that need to be deposited. Checks dated prior to June 30, 2025, must be deposited in the current fiscal year. All deposits must be dropped off at the finance office before you leave campus for the summer.

If you have any questions about deposits, please contact Heather Groenlund at 503-554-2173. Thank you and have a great summer!

Come wish MaryKate Morse well at retirement reception this morning

Thursday, May 8th, 2025

Portland Seminary invites you to join us as we celebrate the teaching and service of Dr. MaryKate Morse, professor emeritus of leadership and spiritual formation. We will be hosting a retirement reception for her today (Friday) from 9 to 10 a.m. at 401 N. Meridian St., in Newberg.

Please swing by to wish MaryKate well!

Make sure you submit FY25 items before leaving campus

Tuesday, May 6th, 2025

Submit your FY25 deposits: If your contract ends soon and/or you will not be on campus over the summer, please bring over any cash or checks before you leave.

Please look around your desks and file cabinets to see if there are any lingering items that need to be deposited. Checks dated prior to June 30, 2025, must be deposited in the current fiscal year. All deposits must be dropped off at the finance office before you leave campus for the summer.

If you have any questions about deposits, please contact Heather Groenlund at 503-554-2173. Thank you and have a great summer!

Take Mom to pizza Sunday and support Costa Rica service trip in the process

Tuesday, May 6th, 2025

Mom’s love pizza and supporting a good cause, so take Mom out for pizza and support the university’s Costa Rica service trip!

This year, students from PA, PT, OT, kinesiology and nursing will be traveling to Costa Rica to provide medical services to underserved people. To help support their trip, nursing and kinesiology students are holding a fundraiser at MOD pizza.

The Costa Rica service trip will receive 25% of fundraiser sales during this fundraiser. Participate on Sunday, May 11, by ordering online using the code MODGIVES25, or by visiting the Newberg MOD location and showing this fundraiser flier or mentioning the fundraiser at checkout.

Have other plans? Consider praying for our team or donating directly here.

Thank you for supporting us! Feel free to reach out to Kari Sandau at ksandau@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Be aware of Bruin Bookstore’s summer hours

Tuesday, May 6th, 2025

Please take note of the Bruin Bookstore’s hours for the summer. We will be open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and closed Friday through Sunday.

Swing by MaryKate Morse’s retirement reception this Friday

Monday, May 5th, 2025

Portland Seminary invites you to join us as we celebrate the teaching and service of Dr. MaryKate Morse, professor emeritus of leadership and spiritual formation. We will be hosting a retirement reception for her this Friday, May 9, from 9 to 10 a.m. at 401 N. Meridian St., in Newberg.

Please swing by to wish MaryKate well!

May is Women’s Health Month

Monday, May 5th, 2025

When it comes to women’s health, one size does not fit all. Women’s health encompasses a wide range of physical, mental and emotional well-being concerns, recognizing the unique challenges faced across different life stages.

Each woman’s health journey is influenced by their individual genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors. Read these tips on how to find the best care and how to prioritize your mental health.

Join cooking class to learn how to make spaghetti squash with basil pesto

Monday, May 5th, 2025

Join Registered Dietitian Kayla and Chef Tim for a live Providence-hosted cooking class of spaghetti squash with basil pesto. This is a virtual live event hosted on Monday, May 19, from noon to 1 p.m. by Providence Basecamp. Sign up here.

Register now for online class, “Nutrition 101: Fats and Oils,’ on May 14

Monday, May 5th, 2025

Join the “In the Kitchen – Nutrition Education” class prepared by Providence Basecamp. In this month’s session, “Nutrition 101: Fats and Oils,” Registered Dietitian Jamie Libera (RD, LD, CCTD) explains the health benefits and the balancing of using fats and oils.

Our bodies need regular consumption of healthy fats for optimum functioning and to help lower risks of chronic disease. Learn about the key benefits and how to incorporate these healthy fats into our daily nutrition on Wednesday, May 14, from noon to 1 p.m. in this complimentary session. Click here to register.

Listen to ‘Health Bites’ podcast on perimenopause

Monday, May 5th, 2025

Listen to Episode 25 of the Healthy Bites podcast by Providence Health Coaching on “Personal Journeys Through Perimenopause.”

Although perimenopause is a universal experience for women, it can also be confusing and difficult to navigate. In this episode, Will, Colleen, and Dr. Ruben Halperin welcome special guests Miriam Douthit of AVP Utilization Management and Nichole Guilfoy, a health management consultant, who share their personal journeys through perimenopause. Listen here.

Join conversation about healthy lifestyle behaviors on June 3

Sunday, May 4th, 2025

Join Healthy Conversations, a virtual broadcast hosted by the Providence Health Institute and Providence Basecamp, at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3.

Guest speaker Dr. Kirsten Crowley, a pediatrician with the Providence Medical Group, will offer her expertise on the benefits of exposing children to healthy lifestyle behaviors and how this increases the likelihood of them continuing those behaviors into adulthood.

We will discuss key areas of focus for a well-balanced approach to social development, well-being, daily activity needs, and nutrition choices. Invite your family and friends. A Q&A session will be offered toward the end of the conversation.

Healthy Conversations is a quarterly broadcast that offers a unique yet ever-important conversation around modeling healthy behaviors within the home. When the whole family is included in the healthy lifestyle choices, the entire home benefits.

Today is last day to sign up for this Tuesday’s ‘Cooking with Class’ session

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

Don’t miss your chance! Today is the final day to sign up for “Cooking with Class.” We still have 10 spots open for next Tuesday, May 6, at noon in Canyon Commons, where you can create your very own personalized wellness bowl.

Learn how to combine delicious and nutritious ingredients like whole grains, fresh produce, and lean protein to craft meals that boost your energy, support your heart and vision, and help you be mindful of your sugar intake. Sign up now before it’s too late!

Plan ahead for Fulton Street closure this summer

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

This summer, street improvements will impact those who use Fulton Street to access the campus. The city of Newberg has a street rehabilitation project planned for the second week of July. Two sections of the street will be completely closed that week, with the first closure starting on Monday, July 7.

To see a full explanation of the closure, including a map of the sections impacted, click on this link.

Help build a community garden for Bruin Community Pantry produce

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

Come help out at the Newberg Peace Garden, which will help supply the Bruin Community Pantry with fresh produce. Here is when you can help:

  • Today (Thursday), from 4:30 to 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to noon

We will be planting hedges and building raised beds both days. This is a tangible way to care for our neighbors and steward the resources of creation. Meet us at the garden, which is directly behind the Newberg First Presbyterian Church. Any amount of time you can give will help us finish this project.

Contact Justin Kauffman at jkauffman@georgefox.edu for more information.

Introducing shuttle vans and golf carts to campus transportation

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

We are pleased to announce the addition of two shuttle vans (akin to airport shuttles) to the university’s transportation resources. Please note that the operation of these vehicles is limited to approved faculty, staff and coaches, and necessitates specific training distinct from the existing university van training.

Current university van drivers whose departmental needs include shuttle van operation are invited to request training. The training program consists of an online orientation, followed by a one-on-one observation.

The university has also acquired passenger golf carts to facilitate guest transportation for campus tours and special events. Departments and individuals who foresee a benefit from golf cart certification are encouraged to register for the required training.

Starting today (Thursday), you can sign up for training here.

If you have any questions, reach out to Kim Knoernschild at 503-554-2011.