The jazz ensemble is currently seeking new members with experience on saxophone, trombone, bass (electric or upright), and trumpet. Did you play in your high school wind ensemble or jazz ensemble, and want to join the university jazz ensemble? We have vacancies that need to be filled immediately.
Contact director Nathanael Ankeny if you’re interested in joining at nankeny@georgefox.edu.
Portland Center faculty and staff: There are still spots available to meet one-on-one with our dedicated retirement specialist from Nationwide, Phillip Carbajal, who will come to your campus on Monday, Oct. 6, between 8 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to discuss your retirement savings and plans with an expert at no cost.
Whether you’re just starting out and don’t know where to begin or you have complex questions about your current investments, Phillip is here to help. This is your chance to get answers to all your retirement questions, no matter how big or small. Reserve your spot today.
There are still spots available for one-on-one retirement consultations on campus. Take advantage of this great opportunity to get personalized advice. Sign up today!
Consultations will take place between 8 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 24, in Klages 231 on the Newberg campus. You will be meeting with Phillip Carbajal, our dedicated retirement specialist from Nationwide.
You may also reach out to Phillip and schedule a virtual appointment if there is a time that would be more convenient you. Find out more here.
Do you have a big research paper coming up? Don’t stress! The George Fox research librarians are setting up shop right in the ARC to provide one-on-one help. They can assist with finding and evaluating sources.
Stop by the ARC from 1 to 4 p.m. next week, Monday through Thursday. No appointment needed—just drop in and get the support you need!
Come hang out with Fusion in the FoxHole this Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 6:30 p.m. for a movie night you won’t want to miss. We’ll be watching K-Pop Demon Hunters and providing lots of yummy snacks! Register here.
The Starlight Parade will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. tomorrow (Saturday). Blue Zone is back! Come celebrate our first football game of the season with free Blue Zone merchandise and a show brought to you by our cheer, dance and drumline teams.
Join us in the parade as we gather students from each dorm and make our big entrance into the student section! Check out the activities weekly email for more details.
Coming up:
Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Come join us the SpiL serve team in volunteering with Habitat for Humanity this Saturday, Sept. 20!
Would you like to help local families achieve home ownership by serving in construction? How about helping out at a donation center? No prior experience is needed! To serve any point this year, simply complete the steps under “Volunteer at ReStore” or “Volunteer at BuildSite” at newberghabitat.org/get-
We’ll serve from 9 a.m to 1 p.m. at the Newberg Restore and from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the build site.
Reach out to Chloe Lucas at clucas22@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
New look, same energy! This season, the student section is moving to the end zone, right behind the action. Enter by the Duke Athletic Center and bring the noise! See you this Saturday, Sept. 20, for kickoff at 1 p.m.
Make plans to join us for Homecoming weekend, Oct. 3-4! Come enjoy favorite traditions like Friday Flowers, Bruinpalooza (our family-friendly party in the quad) and Bruin football, along with new highlights, including worship in the chapel and the dedication of the new art and cinematic arts building.
This year, we’ll also be celebrating milestone reunions for the classes of 2015, 2005, 1995, 1985 and our Classic Bruins, as well as gatherings for art and honors alumni.
Bring your family, reconnect with your former students, and be a part of the celebration!
Check out the full schedule and register at homecoming.georgefox.edu. Contact Britnee Ely in alumni relations at bely@georgefox.edu with any questions.
The chapel is open for personal prayer and quiet reflection each week during the fall semester. You are invited to find a moment of peace in this sacred space during the following times:
These hours are made possible by our dedicated volunteer chapel hosts. To learn more about this sacred space, please visit the chapel webpage.
Do you know a guy on campus who will make the perfect Mr. Bruin? Last year, we had a blast watching the nominees fight to be crowned. Use this form to nominate your pick for Mr. Bruin now!
Rehearsals start soon!
The Amazing Race is this Friday, Sept. 19! Starting at 7 p.m. on the quad, race through Newberg gathering clues to make it to the finish line!
The team that wins first place will receive a $100 Langer’s gift card, second place will receive $50, and third will receive $25, with a special prize for everyone who participates. We will take walk-ups until the event is full, starting at 6:15 p.m.
Do you have a band on campus you want people to know about? Want to be a part of our new event, Battle of the Bands, and win the grand prize? Sign up your band today to participate in Battle of the Bands on Oct. 3.
Check out the Activities Weekly email for more details on these events.
Coming up:
Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions!
Taking care of yourself is important. Make your health a priority and schedule your annual wellness appointment with your primary care doctor today for a preventive check-in.
Providence Health Plan members: We invite you to complete your online health assessment, a valuable and free resource available through your MyProvidence account. Once logged in, navigate to “My Health” in the top menu and select “Providence Wellness Hub.”
This assessment provides a comprehensive picture of your overall health, asking questions about your current health and lifestyle habits to identify your unique well-being needs. Upon completion, you’ll receive a personalized report, a “wellness score,” and four recommended “action plans” on the Wellness Hub homepage, all designed to empower your health journey.
Northwest Christian Church is hosting its annual Shine event for people with disabilities this Friday, Sept. 19, from 6 to 9 p.m. Follow this link to learn more information about the variety of volunteer opportunities available.
This a chance to hang out, meet new people, and have lots of fun while brightening someone’s day.
Feel free to contact Atalia Fisher at afisher23@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Join the Political Science Club tomorrow (Thursday) in Hoover 102 at 6 p.m. for Kahoot, Jeopardy, snacks, and more! Everyone is welcome, and the games will cover a large variety of fun topics. Hope to see you there!
All are welcome! Reach out to Kendall Kartler at kkartler22@georgefox.edu with any questions.
If your students use APA 7 formatting, invite them to join the Academic Resource Center (ARC) for an APA workshop with Sue O’Donnell. Students will learn the details of APA style, including formatting, citations, references, writing style, and more today (Wednesday) at 5 p.m. in Hoover 105.
If your students can’t attend in person, please give them the livestream link.
Email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
The APA workshop is happening today (Wednesday) from 5 to 6 p.m. Learn the details of APA style, including formatting, citations, references, writing style, and more. Use this link to watch the livestream.
Join the Academic Resource Center (ARC) for an APA workshop with Sue O’Donnell. Learn the details of APA style, including formatting, citations, references, writing style, and more today (Wednesday) at 5 p.m. in Hoover 105.
Email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
The Social Work Club is excited to invite you to “Roots and Relationships,” an evening designed to start the school year with intention, connection and community. Just like planting seeds in fresh soil, this event is about creating space to grow alongside one another as we step into a new season together.
Join us tonight (Wednesday) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Hoover 203.
Everyone is welcome, and you can come any time during the evening. Stay for the full event or simply stop by when you can. Whether you’re new on campus or returning for another year, this is a space for you. Feel free to bring a friend, meet new people, and enjoy meaningful conversations in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
We hope you’ll take this opportunity to slow down, connect, and plant roots that will help carry you through the year ahead.
Reach out to Lilly Aime at laime24@georgefox.edu with any questions.
The history and politics and mathematics and data analytics departments invite you to a screening of the documentary film Counted Out tonight (Tuesday) from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 105.
The film explores the importance of numerical literacy in our data-driven world through personal stories and interviews with experts. Check out this trailer to learn more. It’s free to attend, but you need to reserve a seat by requesting a ticket here.
If you have questions, please reach out to Sarah Kerrigan at skerrigan@georgefox.edu or Aaron Stuvland at astuvland@georgefox.edu.
