January 23rd, 2024
Join the Ratio Christi (Latin for “The Reason of Christ”) Club today (Wednesday) as we hear from professor Isaac Choi, who will lead a discussion on faith, evidence, and religious experience. Food and chapel credit provided! We’ll meet from 2 to 3 p.m. in Hoover 206.
Our club works with students and faculty to give historical, philosophical and scientific reasons for following Jesus Christ. Feel free to contact Austin Bradford at abradford20@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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January 22nd, 2024
Tonight (Tuesday) is the night for “Mediation as Civility: Neighbor-to-Neighbor Comes to Yamhill County” (note updated correction to date of event).
Come to Hoover 105 at 7 p.m. to hear Neighbor-to-Neighbor staffers Heather Wright and Jared Rogers tall about a new initiative to bring volunteer community mediation services to our area. Find out what community mediation is, what it can do to help heal broken relationships and polarization in our area, and how you can get involved it its work.
Questions? Contact Civility Project Director Ron Mock at civility@georgefox.edu.
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January 22nd, 2024
Volunteer with the Stewards of Sustainability Club this Saturday, Jan. 27, for our Cocoa and Cleanup event!
We will meet up at 2 p.m. in Klages 231, go out and pick up trash around campus, then return to Klages afterwards to celebrate with hot cocoa and donuts. We plan to be done by 4 p.m. (note the time correction). To help us with our goal of reducing waste, bring your favorite mug for hot cocoa!
Help us make a tangible difference on campus and keep our local community clean, safe and beautiful. Employees are welcome to join us as well!
Contact Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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January 22nd, 2024
Celebrating the 400th birthday of George Fox the man, Paul Anderson is leading a Life Group this semester on “The Prophetic Openings of George Fox,” noting how his transforming encounters with Christ changed his life and became a calling to evangelize the world.
In-person and Zoom options are possible. Sessions will meet from 1 to 1:50 p.m. on Wednesdays from Jan. 31 to March 20 in Hoover 118.
Want to learn more? Contact Paul at panderson@georgefox.edu.
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January 22nd, 2024
Join us in Hoover 250 from 11 to 11:30 a.m. for Quaker worship tomorrow (Wednesday). We’ll spend time quietly and prayerfully waiting on the Lord, discerning how the present Christ “speaks to our condition,” as attested by George Fox nearly four centuries ago.
The meeting will be hosted by Ross McCollough, and spiritual life credit is available. Contact Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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January 22nd, 2024
Attention first-generation students! Join us in Stevens 209 at 5 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) to begin/complete your FAFSA! Two financial aid counselors will be available to chat about the current FAFSA updates; you’ll have the rest of the time to work on your FAFSA with your fellow Bruins.
We’ll provide pizza and host two raffles for Stanley water bottles. Please bring your laptop and check out this link for any documents you may want to bring.
More FAFSA prep to consider:
- Parent(s)/guardian(s) will need their own email address for the application to be sent to. You can help/encourage your parent/guardian to create their own email address beforehand if they don’t have one.
- Bring any W-2s that the student has for 2022 (money you have made)
- Parent/guardian birthdays and Social Security information should be handy (if they do not have a Social Security number, knowing their address will work)
Questions? Contact Jesse Cetz at jcetz@georgefox.edu.
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January 22nd, 2024
Help the Saturday Service wood ministry team split and stack firewood for our local neighbors this Saturday, Jan. 27, from 9 to 11 a.m. Use this link to sign up and access all other opportunities for the semester. Elective chapel credit will be offered.
We will be serving at 500 S. Everest Road. If you need transportation, please meet at the spiritual life office (Barclay House) at 8:40 a.m.
Feel free to contact Emily Ong at eong20@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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January 22nd, 2024
Desperate for a space to reflect and recommit your relationship with God? The Lord says call out to me and I shall respond.
Come join us for The Burn, a 12-hour night of worship, prayer, art, and fellowship! Experience the transformative power of God’s presence as we ignite the flames of worship together. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere of creativity and adoration.
Join us at 6 p.m. this Friday, Jan. 26, in Canyon Commons and feel free to worship with us until the sun rises on Saturday morning, until 6 a.m. Let’s set our hearts on fire for the Lord!
Feel free to reach out to Isaac Amaro at iamaro22@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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January 22nd, 2024
Hello everyone! The Combat Sports Club’s first jiu-jitsu practice is scheduled for tomorrow (Wednesday) from 8:15 to roughly 9:30 p.m. in the Newberg High School mat room. Regular practices will likely continue on Wednesdays for jiu-jitsu and Mondays for wrestling.
If you need a ride or are willing to provide transportation, please contact Emanuel Lopez at lopeze23@georgefox.edu. Our VP Erik has a 12-passenger van and will be leaving from the Duke parking lot at 8 p.m. tomorrow.
For the first jiu-jitsu practice, wrestling shoes are not required. Please wear athletic clothing and come ready to learn, exercise, and practice safely. Don’t forget to fill out this liability form before attending practices.
Feel free to contact our club president Caleb at chenderson22@georgefox.edu if you have any questions. Looking forward to seeing you on the mat!
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January 22nd, 2024
Want to learn how to knit or crochet? Intimidated by the thought of learning how? The Arts & Crafts Club is hosting a cozy winter event featuring hot chocolate and an introductory lesson on how to knit and crochet!
Everyone (including employees) is welcome to join us this Friday, Jan. 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. in Hoover 203. This lesson will be geared toward absolute beginners, and we will learn the basics together.
Please sign up here if you are interested. Already know how to knit or crochet? You can sign up, too, and help teach others how to do it!
Feel free to contact Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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January 21st, 2024
Tickets for the Oregon Symphony concert on the Newberg campus are now available at the Welcome & Information Center in the Stevens Center. The concert is free to George Fox employees.
George Fox University and Austin Industries will host the Oregon Symphony for its 36th annual performance in Bauman Auditorium on Friday, Feb. 2, at 8 p.m. This year’s performance will feature the music of American composer George Gershwin.
A limited number of tickets are provided for George Fox employees at the half-time level and above, including emeriti employees. Tickets are limited to two per employee on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 9 a.m. today (Monday) at the Welcome & Information Center.
There will be a waitlist if you would like additional tickets. Any available tickets after Jan. 26 will go to those on the waitlist. Reservations over the phone may be taken for Portland Center employees only.
If you have any questions, please contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu.
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January 21st, 2024
The C.S. Lewis Initiative at George Fox is accepting papers for The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference happening Sept. 5-8, 2024! Submissions are welcome from scholars at every career stage, and limited scholarships are available for students and independent scholars.
For topics, guidelines and submission details, visit The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference website. The deadline for short papers is March 31, 2024.
Questions or inquiries prior to submission may be directed to Dr. Jason Lepojärvi at jlepojarvi@georgefox.edu.
If you are not interested in submitting a paper but would like to attend the conference, register for the conference on the website linked above. Registration is free for George Fox University students and employees!
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January 21st, 2024
University Recreation is hosting its first-ever top rope competition! This free event is open to climbers of all levels, regardless of if you have climbed top rope before. It’s happening in Hadlock from 4 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 2.
We will have food and drinks for all in attendance, and prizes for winners! Register on IM Leagues at this link. Feel free to contact Nate Freeman at freemann@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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January 21st, 2024
Identify the pros and cons of owning a home, an overview of the process, how to get prepared, and various types of zero and low-down loan programs by attending a free Canopy webinar, Home Buying and Financing 101, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 6. You can register here.
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January 18th, 2024
Join an OREC trip this Sunday for some fun in the snow! We will be cross-country skiing alongside the White River on a moderate three- to four-mile out-and-back trail.
The day will start off with an amazing drive through Mt. Hood, introductory lessons to cross-country skiing, and a fun-filled day in the snow. This is a popular destination and will provide you with some of the best views of Mt. Hood.
No prior skiing experience is needed; our instructors will teach you all that you need to know. To register, go here.
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January 18th, 2024
Tickets for the Oregon Symphony concert on the Newberg campus will be available starting at 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at the Welcome & Information Center in Stevens. The concert is free to George Fox employees.
George Fox University and Austin Industries will host the Oregon Symphony for its 36th annual performance in Bauman Auditorium on Friday, Feb. 2, at 8 p.m. This year’s performance will feature the music of American composer George Gershwin.
A limited number of tickets have been provided for George Fox half-time and full-time employees. Tickets are limited to two per employee on a first-come, first-served basis.
There will be a waitlist if you would like additional tickets. Any available tickets after Jan. 26 will go to those on the waitlist. Reservations over the phone may be taken for Portland Center employees only.
If you have any questions, please contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu.
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January 18th, 2024
The Cocoa and Cleanup event is back! Join the Stewards of Sustainability Club next Saturday, Jan. 27, to pick up trash around campus.
We will meet up at 2 p.m. in Klages 231, and return there afterwards to celebrate with hot cocoa. We plan to be done by 3 p.m. Help us make a tangible difference on campus and keep our local community clean, safe and beautiful. Employees are welcome to join us as well!
Contact Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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January 18th, 2024
Less than half of Americans have a will, but everyone needs one. Join us for a Canopy session to learn the simple steps you need to take to create a basic estate plan.
We will cover the few basic documents that can save you and your family loads of aggravation and unnecessary expense. This free online webinar will be available on demand on the member site beginning Thursday, Feb. 1.
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January 18th, 2024
Have you always wanted to learn how to knit or crochet? Just interested in a new hobby? The Arts & Crafts Club is hosting a cozy winter event featuring hot chocolate and an introductory lesson on how to knit and crochet!
Join us on Friday, Jan. 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. in Hoover 203! Whether you have no experience at all or want to brush up on old skills, this introductory course is perfect for you. We’ll guide you through creating a simple practice piece. Please sign up here if you are interested. Employees are welcome to join us as well!
Already know how to knit or crochet? You can sign up too, and help teach others how to do it!
Feel free to contact Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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January 18th, 2024
Providence Health Plan members: Stay informed about your health by joining our monthly Tuesday Health Talks with your Providence Health Plan account manager. Your participation in Tuesday Health Talks is not just encouraged; it’s crucial to your well-being.
On Tuesday, Jan. 23, from noon to 1 p.m., we’ll focus on medical home clinics, covering what they are, how to find one, and to designate your preferred clinic. This knowledge is critical because informed choices empower better health decisions.
Your health journey matters, and being well-informed ensures you take proactive steps toward a healthier you. Don’t underestimate the impact of staying informed on your overall well-being.
Use this link to join the webinar.
If you need assitance, please reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu
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