Do you have unclaimed online orders at the bookstore? Pick them up now, because any items unclaimed over 45 days from the date of order are forfeit to the bookstore.
The bookstore is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays. Reach out to Laura King at lking@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Come support the three-time defending Northwest Conference-champion George Fox men’s tennis team as the Bruins take on UC Santa Cruz tonight (Friday) at 5:45 p.m. at the George Fox Tennis Center. You won’t want to miss it!
The match will feature the following:
Contact Jeff Cero at jcero@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Richter Scholar proposals are due at 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 23. The Richter Scholars program at George Fox distributes funds to support student research and/or projects that are devised, initiated, and carried out by individual students, with mentorship, guidance, and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.
The purpose of these funds is to support educational research/project opportunities that encourage the practices of independent thought leading to independent achievement and personal responsibility. For the purpose of this program, research/project is defined as a knowledge-generating activity that is designed to provide new information on a topic, tool, or process, and that proceeds according to established and accepted methods.
Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria at this link. All submittals will be electronic.
For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.
Are you interested in doing research or a project? The Richter Scholars program at George Fox distributes funds to support student research/project activities that are devised, initiated, and carried out by individual student researchers, with mentorship, guidance, and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.
Students, if you are interested in doing research/project next summer, connect with a faculty mentor NOW so they can help you with your proposal. The deadline for proposals is 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 23.
Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria at this link. All submittals will be electronic.
For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.
Ready to watch a talent show you won’t forget? Join us tomorrow night (Friday) at 7 p.m. for Fox Got Talent in Bauman Auditorium. Watch your friends and peers compete to win $500, and vote for your favorite act!
We are bringing back Mr. Bruin. What is Mr. Bruin? It’s a pageant and competition to raise money for a local charity; this year’s charity is the Bruin Community Pantry. Know a guy on campus who will make a perfect Mr. Bruin? Nominate him using this link. The pageant will be held on Friday, Nov. 10.
Check out the Activities Weekly email for more details on these events.
Events coming up:
Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Come and worship with the School of Theology! Enjoy great fellowship with theology students, staff and faculty next Thursday, Oct. 12, from 10:50 to 11:30 a.m. in Canyon Commons 101.
Rather than a traditional worship service, we will have roundtable talks, prayers, and fun! Lunch will be provided; there is no university chapel credit. Anyone and everyone (non-theology students, university employees, etc.) is welcome!
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Sunggu Yang at syang@georgefox.edu.
Are you interested in studying abroad? The Center for Study Abroad will be having an information meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m. in EHS 102.
Come to the meeting for more details about specific programs, the application process, and application due dates. Study abroad ambassadors will also be in attendance to answer questions and offer guidance.
Questions? Can’t make the meeting? Email David Martínez at dmartinez@georgefox.edu or stop by the Center for Study Abroad.
Do you like woodworking? Do you have a class project that needs to be built out of wood? The Maker Hub has a comprehensive wood shop (view info at this link) stocked with all the tools and equipment you need for woodworking.
Currently, our wood shop is open these hours:
We have an amazing group of experienced woodworking volunteers who can teach all sorts of woodworking skills and guide you through your project. Please contact Nick Sullivan at nsullivan@georgefox.edu if you have any questions about our wood shop.
With so many weight-management tools and fad diets out there, knowing what will work best for your overall health can be hard.
Join Basecamp this month as they explore what it means to be at a healthy weight and the lifestyle tools you can use to get there. One of the upcoming opportunities is our wellness cooking webinar, “In the Kitchen with Jamie,” on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at noon. This resource is available to everyone, not just Providence members!
Sign up for the webinar at this link!
The women of the George Fox community (staff, faculty and administrators, as well as female spouses) are invited to the annual Fall Ladies’ Luncheon this Monday, Oct. 9. Ruth Baker will host this come-and-go event from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101-103.
A short devotional and prayer will be held at noon. Come and connect with other women in our community over a delicious meal. There is no cost to attend.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP using this link. We look forward to seeing you there!
We are excited to have living-area chapels today (Wednesday)! This is a time of worship and fellowship for you and your living areas. You don’t want to miss it. Chapel credit will be offered!
Here is the schedule:
We hope to see you there! Contact Debrianna DeBolt at ddebolt@georgefox.edu with any questions.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 through Oct. 15), the Intercultural Resource Center has compiled additional recommendations for engagement, crowdsourced from the George Fox community for the George Fox community. Check them out here.
This resource lists restaurants to try, music to listen to, books to read, movies to watch (including movies to watch with us at the IRC … come join us for Watch Party Wednesdays today and next week at 2:30 p.m.). Be sure to check it out.
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, George Fox!
Join our community as we “Stand with Students” in a new way by giving! There are so many opportunities to give that support students. Here are a few ideas!
To give through a payroll deduction each month, fill out this form. Note: Login using the “Google” button next to the general login. Use your George Fox email.
Questions? Contact Carlee Reed at 503-554-2120 or creed@georgefox.edu
Attention artists and adventurers! The Arts and Crafts Club and Critical Hit Club are hosting a miniature painting event this Saturday, Oct. 7, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. in Hoover 203.
Join us for an afternoon of fun as we paint tiny figurines that can be used as board game characters, collectibles, or simply a fun art activity! All materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own miniatures as well.
Feel free to contact Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Today, the federal government will be conducting a nationwide test of the emergency alert system, so do not be alarmed when you receive it.
The test messages will be sent to all cell phones, televisions and radios. It is scheduled to begin at about 11:20 a.m. Pacific time.
Read this article to learn more.
We are having a Pre-Dental Club meeting today (Wednesday) at 3 p.m. in Stevens 209. Stop by to connect with other pre-dental students and eat some snacks!
Feel free to reach out to Elizabeth Rodriguez at erodriguezgarcia21@georgefox.
The Career and Academic Planning Center will be holding its first career fair of the year on Tuesday, Oct. 10. It will be held in Canyon Commons from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This career fair is for all students and all majors. A variety of businesses representing various industries will be there to share their internship and employment opportunities with the students. Please encourage your students to attend.
If you have any questions, you may contact Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.
Got lunch plans for this Friday, Oct. 6? Cancel them! Instead, order in and use the online-only code VFR-16574 at any Panda Express location in the U.S. to support the George Fox esports program!
Support us and, at the same time, enjoy delicious food. It’s a win-win! Contact Jerry Sanchez at jsanchez@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Do you know of students interested in studying abroad? Encourage them to attend the Center for Study Abroad’s fair today (Wednesday) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Canyon Commons.
Many of our off-campus programs will have representatives present, so students can come by to get information about different programs, countries, and their requirements. We will also be passing out information about the Center for Study Abroad application requirements and due dates.
Questions? Email Lynn Scott at lscott@georgefox.edu or David Martínez at dmartinez@georgefox.edu, or stop by the Center for Study Abroad.
Are you missing a water bottle, hat, sweatshirt or even airpods? We have a collection of found items here at Campus Public Safety. Please stop by our office at 212 Carlton Way or call 503-554-2090 to see if we have your lost belongings. Claim your lost item before it is donated or recycled!
