De-stress with massages from DPTs

Monday, November 6th, 2017

Come by on Friday, Nov. 10 from 12:30 to 5 p.m. in Roberts 204 to get a massage performed by a Doctor of Physical Therapy student and receive stress management advice. Our mission is to improve our community’s health by offering discounted massages to students for $10 and faculty for $15. Pre-register here.

Questions? Contact April Nichols (anichols16@georgefox.edu).

Do you have Achilles tendon pain?

Monday, November 6th, 2017

Do you have Achilles tendon pain? If so, perhaps you would qualify to participate in an Achilles tendinopathy research study conducted by the Physical Therapy Department. Last year’s participants reported significant improvements with pain and function. Participants who complete the 10-week program will receive monetary compensation.

Email Bryan at bcriswell16@georgefox.edu for more details.

Survey: Waterproof Converse

Thursday, November 2nd, 2017

We need your help! Do you hate when your shoes and socks get soaked from the rain?

Participate in this survey to help marketing students gather research to fix this problem of wet shoes and socks!

Contact Jamie O’Brien (jobrien15@georgefox.edu) with questions.

PT professor presents on topic of motor control Nov. 16

Wednesday, November 1st, 2017

The School of Physical Therapy is excited to host a special presentation by Associate Professor Andrew Meszaros, PT, PhD, from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, in Canyon Commons 101 & 102.

Dr. Meszaros will present the topic “Motor Control Update for the Orthopaedically Minded,” which will provide a succinct modern update of select broad concepts in motor control. Topics will include: effects of motivational influences and autonomy on motor learning; senses of effort and force; movement as a self-organizing and emergent property; “good” versus “bad” variability in movement; antifragility; multifractality; the role of reflexes in voluntary movement; and a survey of misconceptions in sensory processing and therapeutic exercise.

Light refreshments will be served beginning at 5:30 p.m., and the presentation will start at 6 p.m. All are welcome to attend this free event. For more information about this and other upcoming School of Physical Therapy events, please visit our webpage. Direct any questions to Linda Dallof at ldallof@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2451.

Veterans: Apply now to wear honor cord at midyear commencement

Wednesday, November 1st, 2017

If you are a veteran who will be graduating December 2017, congratulations!

If you would like to wear a Veterans Honor Cord during graduation, please email veterans@georgefox.edu and request the application. Honor cords cannot be issued to students who do not complete and submit the form. The deadline to submit the form is Thursday, Nov. 30.

Honor cords are sponsored by the Veterans United Association Club. Please direct all questions to veterans@georgefox.edu.

Entrance to financial aid office in Newberg has moved

Tuesday, October 31st, 2017

If you’re on the Newberg campus, please take note of the fact the financial aid office entrance has moved! Financial aid drop-ins and appointments will now need to check in at the undergraduate admissions front desk, located on the second floor of the Stevens Center.

Contact Jordan Nelson (jnelson@georgefox.edu) if you have any questions.

Post-occupancy survey for Canyon Commons

Tuesday, October 31st, 2017

In the fall of 2016, we moved into Canyon Commons and would like your feedback as we evaluate future building projects! George Fox University and the architects for Canyon Commons (Hacker Architects) are requesting that you complete this 15-minute post-occupancy survey.

By participating, you will be entered into a drawing to win one of two $100 Amazon gift cards. Please enter your name and email at the end of the survey if you wish to participate.

We greatly value your comment and feedback, so thanks for taking the time to complete the survey!

Canyon Commons Survey

The deadline to complete this survey is Friday, Nov. 17. If you have questions, please email studentlife@georgefox.edu.

Survey: Your Opinions on New Apparel Technologies

Monday, October 30th, 2017

Are you physically active? Not so much? We want your opinion!

Take 30 seconds to share your thoughts about the future of clothing essentials for both the athletically and not-so athletically inclined.

New Apparel Technologies Survey

Thanks for your feedback!
– Jessi Mau (jmau16@georgefox.edu)

Disclaimer:
These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Survey: Your Opinions on New Apparel Technologies

Saturday, October 28th, 2017

Are you physically active? Not so much? We want your opinion!

Take 30 seconds to share your thoughts about the future of clothing essentials for both the athletically and not-so athletically inclined.

New Apparel Technologies Survey

Thanks for your feedback!
– Jessi Mau (jmau16@georgefox.edu)

Disclaimer:
These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Survey: Share Your Opinions on New Apparel Technologies

Friday, October 27th, 2017

Are you physically active? Not so much? We want your opinion!

Take 30 seconds to share your thoughts about the future of clothing essentials for both the athletically and not-so athletically inclined.

New Apparel Technologies Survey

Thanks for your feedback!
– Jessi Mau (jmau16@georgefox.edu)

Disclaimer:
These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Updated Survey: Event Planning/Audio Services

Friday, October 27th, 2017

Have you recently planned an event, or are you planning one now? If so, please take a few minutes to fill out our short survey. Our Marketing 260 (with Laurie Koehler) project team is putting together a marketing plan for our teammate’s small business. Your response will aid us greatly in our search on how to best fill the needs of event planners.

Respondents may be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card! Fill out the whole survey with your best answers, provide your email address and you will automatically be entered to win! Act now, because the drawing is only available to those who fill out the survey by this Sunday, Oct. 29. We will contact the winner in the first week of November.

If you have any questions, please contact Julianne Robinson at jrobinson16@georgefox.edu.

Event Planning/Audio Services Survey

Disclaimer:
These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Updated Survey: Event Planning/Audio Services

Thursday, October 26th, 2017

Have you recently planned an event, or are you planning one now? If so, please take a few minutes to fill out our short survey. Our Marketing 260 (with Laurie Koehler) project team is putting together a marketing plan for our teammate’s small business. Your response will aid us greatly in our search on how to best fill the needs of event planners.

Respondents may be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card! Fill out the whole survey with your best answers, provide your email address and you will automatically be entered to win! Act now, because the drawing is only available to those who fill out the survey by this Sunday, Oct. 29. We will contact the winner in the first week of November.

If you have any questions, please contact Julianne Robinson at jrobinson16@georgefox.edu.

Event Planning/Audio Services Survey

Disclaimer:
These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Fall 2017 grads: Plan to attend Grad Night Open House Nov. 15

Wednesday, October 25th, 2017

Fall 2017 graduates: Stop by our Grad Night Open House on Wednesday, Nov. 15, to pick up your cap and gown between 4 and 6 p.m. at the Portland Center (PDS 155).

Meet with student accounts, alumni, Jostens and Bruin Store representatives while also enjoying snacks with your cohort and other George Fox graduates!

Contact Darla Norgren (dnorgren@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

University community invited to ‘Great Turkey’ event on Thanksgiving Day

Wednesday, October 25th, 2017

A George Fox alumnus invites the university community to join in the Great Turkey Fumble 5K/1K run this year on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 23. This event is a benefit for Newberg FISH. Last year, the event raised more than $1,900 and 250 pounds of nonperishable food for Newberg FISH.

Here are the details …

  • Date: Thursday, Nov. 23
  • Location: Newberg High School’s football field
  • Time: 8:45 a.m.
  • Cost: $26; $15 (under age 10)
  • All entries receive a free football and T-shirt!

Volunteers are also needed. If you are interested in volunteering, or wish to learn more, contact Brad Mordhurst at brady.mordhorst@gmail.com.

It’s time to renew your FAFSA

Tuesday, October 24th, 2017

It’s time to renew your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)! Be sure to file your 2018-19 FAFSA by Jan. 1 to ensure you get next year’s financial aid package in a timely manner.

Questions? Contact the financial aid office at fa@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2302.

Come hear from business industry expert tonight at Portland Center

Tuesday, October 24th, 2017

George Fox alumni, current students and employees are invited to hear from business industry expert Mike Van Wyk tonight (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. in Portland Center’s Room 155.

Mike has more than 20 years of consumer research and brand-building experience at large companies like Proctor Gamble and currently is the VP of customer research and insights for Capital Group. He will speak on the topic of purpose-driven brand building. A Q&A session will follow.

Coffee and desserts will be served. The event is free, but please register here. The event is being hosted by the College of Business and the Business Leadership Society.

Business industry expert speaks at Portland Center tomorrow night

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

George Fox alumni, current students and employees are invited to hear from business industry expert Mike Van Wyk tomorrow (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. in Portland Center’s Room 155.

Mike has more than 20 years of consumer research and brand-building experience at large companies like Proctor Gamble and currently is the VP of customer research and insights for Capital Group. He will speak on the topic of purpose-driven brand building. A Q&A session will follow.

Coffee and desserts will be served. The event is free, but please register here. The event is being hosted by the College of Business and the Business Leadership Society.

FoxTALE has scheduled maintenance early Wednesday morning

Sunday, October 22nd, 2017

FoxTALE will be unavailable from 6 to 8 a.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, Oct. 25, for scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.

FoxTALE has scheduled maintenance early Wednesday morning

Friday, October 20th, 2017

FoxTALE will be unavailable from 6 to 8 a.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, Oct. 25, for scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.

FoxAlert test coming next week

Thursday, October 19th, 2017

Security Services will be conducting a test of the FoxAlert emergency notification system sometime next week. In order to ensure you receive this test emergency alert, please log on to MyGFU and select the “Self Service” option, then “Personal Information.” Select the “Phone” option underneath “Personal Information.” Your cell phone number should have a check by it as your preferred phone in order to receive the emergency alert.

Please do this before next week so that you will receive the text test alert.

Thank you,
– Nadine Kincaid (nkincaid@georgefox.edu)