The Portland Center Library will be closed from Nov. 23, 2020, through Jan. 10, 2021. However, the 24/7 book drop will remain accessible.Â
Contact Patty Vanier (pvanier@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
All are invited to join Paul Anderson, Erin Johnson and others from around the nation tomorrow (Tuesday) from 4 to 5:30 p.m. to discuss Volume 7 of the Quakers and the Disciplines Series (of which Paul is the founding editor).
The authors of the essays in this volume share will about their contributions regarding Quakers, social work, and justice concerns. Register online here.
Questions? Contact Paul Anderson (panderso@georgefox.edu).
Want to help faculty better serve students? Please take a few minutes to complete this brief survey to assess how professors have and/or can assist students when they are under stress. All responses are and will remain anonymous.
Thank you! Questions? Contact Andrea Alexander (aalexander@georgefox.edu).
All are invited to join Paul Anderson, Erin Johnson, and others from around the nation Tuesday, Nov. 24, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. to discuss Volume 7 of the Quakers and the Disciplines Series (of which Paul is the founding editor).
The authors of the essays in this volume will share about their contributions regarding Quakers, social work, and justice concerns. Register online here.
Questions? Contact Paul Anderson (panderso@georgefox.edu).
You are invited to attend the Exercise Science Research Symposium! Come and learn about the research our seniors have been working on all semester.
The presentations will take place today (Friday) at noon over Zoom.
Questions? Contact Mary Imboden (mimboden@georgefox.edu).
Leaving campus for the break? Don’t forget to lock your November timesheet before you leave so there aren’t any delays with your paycheck on Dec. 15!
Questions? Contact Beth Hampton (bhampton@georgefox.edu)
Starting Monday, Nov. 30, the Bruin Store will be transitioning to our winter break hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, by appointment only.
Please call the store at 503-554-2540 to set up an appointment time, or feel free to order from our website.
Returning textbook rentals:
We understand that many students will need their rented textbooks over a portion of the break to study for finals. You are responsible for returning your textbooks to the Bruin Store (please do not drop them off at the Library) on or prior to the rental due date, which is Friday, Dec. 18.
If you are finished with your book early, you may come to check it in at any time. If you take it home, please mail it back to us at the address below. In order for your mailed book to be considered “on-time,†it simply needs to be postmarked by the due date.
Address for mailing textbook returns:
Bruin Store
409 Carlton Way
Newberg, OR 97132
Instructions for having someone return textbooks on your behalf:
It is acceptable for a friend or family member to bring your book by the Bruin Store on your behalf. They will need to have your first and last name, the phone number that was used for the rental account, and your patron ID number that is included in your rental reminder emails. However, if the rented book is damaged, the person who is checking in the textbook will be responsible for paying the damage fees.
Questions? Contact Paige Jacobs (pjacobs@georgefox.edu).
Want to help faculty better serve students? Please take a few minutes to complete this brief survey to assess how professors have and/or can assist students when they are under stress. All responses are and will remain anonymous. Thank you!
Questions? Contact Andrea Alexander (aalexander@georgefox.edu).
Starting Monday, Nov. 23, the Murdock Library will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except for campus holidays.Â
View our hours here.
Questions? Contact Patty Vanier (pvanier@georgefox.edu).
Do you want your student employment paycheck to automatically be in your bank account on payday? Come by the Human Resources office to sign up for direct deposit before you leave for semester break!
You can either bring a voided check or a printed direct deposit form from your bank that includes your name, account number and routing number. Many banks have these forms available to print through their online banking websites.
If you aren’t able to sign up for direct deposit, remember that your paycheck will be in the mailroom unless you have put in a request with Mail Services to have your mail forwarded. Be sure to update your mailing address on file on MyGeorgeFox in “Self Service†if this is the case.
Questions? Contact Beth Hampton (bhampton@georgefox.edu).
If you missed last weekend’s virtual production of the play Silent Sky, be sure to cozy up with your laptops and various devices and join us this week for a delightful evening of live, virtual theatre!
Performances will be presented Thursday, Nov. 19, through Saturday, Nov. 21, at 7:30 p.m., and again on Sunday, Nov. 22, at 2 p.m.
To get more information about the show and to purchase tickets, click here. Students, staff and faculty can purchase a ticket for $10, or gather a bunch of people (socially distanced) and watch from a lobby or living room for $25 with a “household ticket.â€
This week, we’re offering a student night for Thursday’s performance! Students may write Kathy Harris (kharris@georgefox.edu) or swing by her office in Ross 201 to get a free ticket!
Join the Reedwood’s forum tonight (Wednesday) from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. to hear from George Fox Provost Andrea Scott, who will be speaking on “Courage in the Time of COVID.â€
Click here for the Zoom link (the passcode is RFCLive).
Questions? Contact Paul Anderson (panderso@georgefox.edu).
Join the College of Physical Therapy for a free Zoom webinar, “Three Key Principles to Reduce Running-Related Injuries,†at 11 a.m. this Friday, Nov. 20.
Presenting will be Dr. Alison Modafferi, owner and physical therapist at Run the World PT & Performance. This is designed for all runners, whether you are new to running, run recreationally, or are more advanced.
The one-hour virtual presentation will cover three evidence-based principles to help reduce running-related injuries. We will discuss load management, variability and tendon stiffness and how they relate to running and injuries. We’ll also discuss practices to reduce injury risk.
Our reason for hosting? There is a lot of misinformation out there regarding running-related injuries. Together, George Fox University and Run the World have developed a framework backed by research to keep runners healthy.
Sign up by clicking this link. Questions? Contact Dr. Alison Modafferi at amodafferi@georgefox.edu.
The student life office is now selling George Fox-branded face coverings! This machine-washable, cloth face covering features the George Fox athletic logo as well as adjustable straps and a shapeable metal nose piece. It also includes an insert location for an optional filter (not included).
Your purchase helps us support our students through the George Fox Student Emergency Fund. Thank you for helping us care for our community!
All orders must be picked up at the student life office in the Hadlock Student Center, after purchase.
You can place your order through the student life office or at this link.
Starting Monday, Nov. 30, the Bruin Store will be transitioning to our winter break hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, by appointment only.
Please call the store at 503-554-2540 to set up an appointment time, or feel free to order from our website.
Returning textbook rentals:
We understand that many students will need their rented textbooks over a portion of the break to study for finals. You are responsible for returning your textbooks to the Bruin Store (please do not drop them off at the Library) on or prior to the rental due date, which is Friday, Dec. 18.
If you are finished with your book early, you may come to check it in at any time. If you take it home, please mail it back to us at the address below. In order for your mailed book to be considered “on-time,” it simply needs to be postmarked by the due date.
Address for mailing textbook returns:
Bruin Store
409 Carlton Way
Newberg, OR 97132
Instructions for having someone return textbooks on your behalf:
It is acceptable for a friend or family member to bring your book by the Bruin Store on your behalf. They will need to have your first and last name, the phone number that was used for the rental account, and your patron ID number that is included in your rental reminder emails. However, if the rented book is damaged, the person who is checking in the textbook will be responsible for paying the damage fees.
Questions? Contact Paige Jacobs (pjacobs@georgefox.edu).
Join Reedwood’s forum tomorrow (Wednesday) from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. to hear from George Fox Provost Andrea Scott, who will be speaking on “Courage in the Time of COVID.”
Click here for the Zoom link (the passcode is RFCLive).
Questions? Contact Paul Anderson (panderso@georgefox.edu).
Join the theatre program for a Zoom production of Madeleine Teel’s Richter Scholars play Life Together, a series of five 10-minute plays based on the book Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer. The play will be taking place tonight (Tuesday) beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Contact Rhett Luedtke (rluedtke@georgefox.edu) for the Zoom link to the show.
Filing your FAFSA is the first step when applying for most state grants and scholarships, and the 2021-2022 FAFSA is now open. Go to fafsa.gov to get started, or check out our FAFSA FAQ.
Once you have finished filing your FAFSA, it is time to start your scholarship applications.
By completing the OSAC Scholarship Application* at oregonstudentaid.gov you could be in the running for over 600 scholarships with just one application! If you’re a returning student who has previously applied, just refresh your application. It’s that easy!
*Most OSAC scholarships are only available to Oregon residents. Unsure of your status? Contact our financial aid office.
Deadlines and dates to remember:
Questions? Contact our financial aid office. We’re here to help!
Do you have ADHD? It can be a huge struggle in academic settings. Come hear from ARC consultant Hannah Lee today (Monday) from 5 to 6 p.m. on Zoom regarding her experience with ADHD in college.
Join the conversation with other students with ADHD and learn tips for academic success! RSVP here to attend and receive the Zoom link. This presentation is sponsored by the ARC and Disability Services.
Questions? Contact Andrea Byerley (abyerley@georgefox.edu).
Students, how have you experienced the Be Known promise? Maybe it’s a professor who invited you into their life beyond the classroom, or a staff member who prayed with you when you needed it most. Whatever it is, we want to hear about it and share your story!
Please fill out this form for a chance to win the following prizes:
Our favorite five stories will also be featured in the new Bruin Bound magazine, and all stories will be featured on the @georgefoxuniversity Instagram page!
Questions? Contact Jeremy Lloyd (jlloyd@georgefox.edu).
