Come hang out at Disability and Accessibility Services’ popcorn bar Thursday

January 30th, 2022

Students are invited to bring suggestions or ideas for what they want in a learning disability support group. Come to our popcorn bar this Thursday, Feb. 3, in Stevens 101 to hang out or share your thoughts!

Questions? Contact Alyssa Overcash at aovercash16@georgefox.edu.

Check out Intro to Backpacking Workshop tomorrow night

January 30th, 2022

Interested in learning more about backpacking? University Recreation is hosting four workshops that provide a great opportunity to learn about how to improve your backpacking experience!

Our first session will be tomorrow (Tuesday) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For this session, our instructors will present how to properly pack for a backpacking trip, going over clothing, supplies and equipment, as well as techniques for packing that increase safety, comfort and overall enjoyment of the experience. It is free to all George Fox students, employees and family members.

Go here to register for this session. If you have any questions, contact AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.

Volunteer to help DPT students’ fall prevention research study

January 30th, 2022

Doctor of physical therapy students are conducting a research study and are in need of volunteers who are older adults. The study concerns developing a fall prevention program through balance exercises that mitigate the risk of falling.

To participate in our study, you must:

  • Be age 60 or older
  • Live independently or in an assisted living facility
  • Be able to walk at least one block without the help of another person
  • Stand unsupported without an assistive device
  • Pass a mental status examination

To participate, you must not have a diagnosis of a neurological condition or a current illness or health issues that would make performing physical activities unsafe. Also, you may not be taking medications which cause excessive sleepiness.

Participants will come to the university’s Medical Sciences Building, where we would ask you to sign an informed consent form, answer questions, and perform a short mental status examination and a timed up-and-go test.  Depending on your responses to the questionnaires and timed up-and-go performance, you may or may not be eligible for the study.

Those who are eligible will perform a physical performance test in a lab setting, consisting of the following activities: blood pressure and heart rate, walking test, balance tests, and a fear of falling questionnaire.

You are able to stop participation in the study at any time and for any reason. No information that would identify you will be made public, and we do not feel there is more than minimal risk associated with this study.

If you or anyone you know is interested in participating, we invite you to schedule an appointment for testing. Please call 503-554-2463 or email the study team at GFUDPT.Research@gmail.com.

Delight women’s ministry kickoff is this Sunday night

January 27th, 2022

Are you a gal who wants to build friendships, study the Bible, and have tons of fun this semester? Come to  Hoover 102 for Delight Ministries’ kickoff this Sunday, Jan. 30, at 7 p.m.

Delight is a national women’s ministry focused on digging deep into God’s Word and building intentional relationships. We love to get to know each other, cultivate space for meaningful conversation, and study the Bible!

This semester we will be meeting in Hoover 102 on Sunday nights at 7 p.m., and we would love for you to be a part of it. Come as you are; we can’t wait to meet you!

Visit our Instagram @delight_georgefox for more information about our kickoff! Questions? Contact Sarah Casimes at scasimes19@georgefox.edu.

Check out Columbia Sportswear Employee Store in February

January 27th, 2022

George Fox employees are invited to shop the Columbia Sportswear Employee Store Feb. 4-27!

What the employee store has to offer:   

  • All the latest product from the Columbia Sportswear Company family (SOREL, Mountain Hardwear, prAna, and Columbia Sportswear)
  • Items are marked with employee pricing (up to 50 percent off regular retail pricing)

What to bring to access the store:

  • This invitation: Click here (printed or shown on mobile phone)
  • Work/organization ID (business card, badge, pay stub, signature of work email, uniform, membership card, etc.)
  • Personal photo ID

This invite is valid for you and four guests (you must be present), and it grants you store access only (offer not valid online).

Questions? Contact Sara Reamy (sreamy@georgefox.edu).

Employees are invited to shop at Nike Company Store Feb. 5-27

January 27th, 2022

Employees are invited to shop the Nike Company Store Saturday, Feb. 5, through Sunday, Feb. 27. Please download this pass for all the details and read the fine print carefully. You’ll need to take your employee ID with you, and ID for family members who accompany you.

Have fun shopping!

Questions? Contact Sara Reamy at sreamy@georgefox.edu.

Scholarship Summit is today: Please welcome our guests

January 27th, 2022

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is hosting Scholarship Summit on campus today (Friday). With 600-plus visitors expected on campus, we are asking George Fox students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day.

Here’s what you can keep in mind:

  • Use street parking instead of campus parking lots. Guests will be arriving on campus Friday morning between 8 and 8:30 a.m. and will fill all the main campus parking lots.
  • Be mindful of guests in your living area. There will be housing tours circulating through Edwards, Gulley, Pennington, and HMS from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tour groups will be viewing dorm lobbies and a room on the first floor of each dorm.
  • Plan for a busier than usual Canyon Commons. Guests will use the main server line and will be encouraged to dine in CCD 101-103. If you see a family looking for a spot to sit, invite them to join you!

If you have any questions, email visit@georgefox.edu or call Lauren Hill at 503-554-2245.

Ministry opportunity: Volunteer to chop and stack wood tomorrow

January 27th, 2022

Housing/Apartments and George Fox students: Volunteer to chop and stack wood for veterans, the elderly and disabled persons tomorrow (Saturday) at the Friends Community Cemetery.

We’ll meet from 9 to 11 a.m. in the back of the cemetery (white barn). If you have any questions, email Aric Bergers at abergers18@georgefox.edu.

Don’t forget to file your FAFSA this weekend

January 27th, 2022

It’s time to file your FAFSA … again! Did you know that you have to complete the FAFSA every year to be considered for federal and state aid? Our office is busy preparing your financial aid for next year, and we want to make sure your aid package is as complete as possible!

To put yourself in the best position for next year, be sure to go to fafsa.gov and get your 2022-23 FAFSA submitted this weekend. A reminder: The 2022-23 FAFSA looks at your 2020 tax information, which means you don’t need to wait for this year’s documents!

Have questions? Please reach out to our financial aid office. You can contact us, schedule an appointment, or schedule a FAFSA help session. We’re here to help!

Guide to grad school: Hear first-generation students’ journeys on Tuesday

January 27th, 2022

Please join us to learn from past and current first-generation students about their journey navigating graduate school. They will discuss their graduate school experiences, how to prepare, and questions to consider. This event is open to all students, employees and alumni!

Join us at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 1, in Hoover 105. We will provide snacks and drinks. See you then!

Here’s a list of our wonderful panelists:

  • Romare Ashford, graduate assistant for Pennington Residence Hall
  • Hannah Jackson, MA, Academic Resource Center coordinator
  • Stephanie Lopez, MS, pastor of operations and digital communications
  • Mitzi Martinez, MS, leadership development coordinator and analyst
  • Travis Pickell, PhD, MDiv, assistant professor of theology & ethics; director, Character Virtue Initiative

Contact Jesse Cetz at jcetz@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Maker Hub’s ‘Tool Tip Friday’: Ring Roller

January 27th, 2022

Did you know that the Maker Hub has a Ring Roller? Our Baileigh Ring Roller is a machine used to roll metal into a ring by forcing the material through rollers, also called dies.

The rollers can be adjusted to change the formed radius. The maximum mild steel machine capacity is 1/4-inch x 1-inch flat bar or 1/2-inch round rod. The minimum diameter you can form is 2.75 inches. Check out this video to see how a Ring Roller works!

The Maker Hub exists as a resource and creative outlet for the entire George Fox community (yes, including non-engineers!). We are looking for student aces. A student ace is simply an expert on a piece of equipment who helps train other students on the usage of that equipment and gains extra privileges within the Maker Hub.

Questions? Contact Anika Perry at perrya20@georgefox.edu.

Sign up for tomorrow’s one-day self-defense workshop

January 27th, 2022

Tomorrow (Saturday), from 10 a.m. to noon, UREC is offering a one-day self-defense workshop.

Learn to defend yourself with Mason Bertrand, a certified and experienced student instructor. In this class, you will learn realistic tactics and techniques to defend yourself from an attacker, regardless of their size, strength, and fighting strategy. As an added bonus, you’ll also develop superior physical fitness while having a blast!

This workshop will be free of charge. To join, sign up through IMLeagues.

Please email Angel Glockling at aglockling@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Drop by the George Fox dance team’s garage sale tomorrow

January 27th, 2022

The dance team is hosting a garage sale fundraiser tomorrow (Saturday). We’ll have tons of interesting items for sale, so you won’t want to miss it. Swing by 1902 N. Valeri Drive anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

If you can’t make it but would still like to donate, email Clara Cimijotti at ccimijotti19@georgefox.edu. We hope to see you there!

Pick up your online orders: Forfeit deadline approaches

January 27th, 2022

This is a gentle reminder that online orders carry a forfeiture clause in the fine print: Any online order not picked up after 45 days of the order being placed is considered abandoned and becomes property of the bookstore.

Several orders are already in this category, so please come pick up your books.

Questions? Contact Laura King at 1478mgr@follet.com.

Survey: Mental Health Literacy

January 27th, 2022

I am a graduate student in the George Fox PsyD program, and I’m currently working on collecting data for my dissertation. I am studying mental health literacy (what people know about mental health conditions, resources, and treatments) among college/university educators.

I would be deeply appreciative if you could take the time to participate in my survey. It is estimated to take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. At the end, there is an option for you to enter your email into a raffle to win one of four $25 Amazon gift cards.

Thank you so much for your time and consideration! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Danni Ewing at kewing16@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.

Do you lead worship? Check out Worship Leader Collective opportunity

January 26th, 2022

Do you lead worship in your church? On campus? In your residence hall? If so, we would like to invite you to our first monthly Worship Leader Collective – a chance for current students to connect with other worship leaders on campus, be encouraged, and be inspired to continue serving God and your faith community through music!

Please RSVP by completing this form. Questions? Email Jamie Johnson at jamiej@georgefox.edu or Aaron Barnhart at abarnhart@georgefox.edu.

Water will be off in Edwards this afternoon

January 26th, 2022

The city of Newberg will be changing out the water meter associated with the Edwards Residence Hall today (Thursday). The water will be off between 12:30 and 5 p.m.

When the water is restored, it may look cloudy. If you continue to run the water, the line will clear.

If you have any questions, please contact Plant Services (plantservices@georgefox.edu). Thank you!

Swing by Spring Club Fair tomorrow

January 26th, 2022

Hey Bruins, looking to get involved on campus? Want to learn to fence, dance, or play Frisbee? Interested in learning more about political issues, faith, or arts and crafts? George Fox has a club for you!

Swing by our Spring Club Fair tomorrow (Friday) to learn more about all of our awesome student clubs. With so many to choose from, there’s something for everyone. The fair will be held in the Canyon Commons banquet rooms between 5 and 6 p.m., so drop on by before or after dinner!

Questions? Contact Genevieve Wolf at gwolf18@georgefox.edu

Help us welcome Scholarship Summit guests tomorrow

January 26th, 2022

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions will be hosting Scholarship Summit on campus tomorrow (Friday). With 600-plus visitors expected on campus, we are asking George Fox students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day.

Here’s what you can keep in mind:

  • Use street parking instead of campus parking lots. Guests will be arriving on campus Friday morning between 8 and 8:30 a.m. and will fill all the main campus parking lots.
  • Be mindful of guests in your living area. There will be housing tours circulating through Edwards, Gulley, Pennington, and HMS from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tour groups will be viewing dorm lobbies and a room on the first floor of each dorm.
  • Plan for a busier than usual Canyon Commons. Guests will use the main server line and will be encouraged to dine in CCD 101-103. If you see a family looking for a spot to sit, invite them to join you!

If you have questions, email visit@georgefox.edu or call Lauren Hill at 503-554-2245.

Join a Life Group!

January 26th, 2022

Life Group sign-ups are now open! You can join a group here. Groups begin the week of Feb. 14 and go through April 15.

Life Groups are led by staff, professors, seniors and local pastors and meet weekly for a time of prayer and fellowship. This semester, spiritual life credit is offered to students who participate.

If you have any questions, please contact the spiritual life office at spirituallife@georgefox.edu.