Hungry for a discount?

March 4th, 2018

Hungry for discounts? “Lettuce” share a link to our local restaurants page, where you’ll find a smorgasbord of delicious deals cooked up just for our George Fox community! Check it out and “spread” the word!

Questions? Contact Barbi Doran at bdoran@georgefox.edu.

Brumitt presents his research at Spring Faculty Lecture tomorrow night

March 4th, 2018

All are invited to the 2018 Spring Faculty Lecture tomorrow (Tuesday) at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105. Our featured speaker, and recipient of the 2016-17 Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Research and Scholarship, is Jason Brumitt, assistant professor of physical therapy.

Brumitt’s lecture, “Can Preseason Performance and Fitness Testing Identify Athletes at Risk for Injury?,” will focus on a recent trend in sports science research to identify athletes at risk for injury based on measures of preseason fitness. His research has entailed collecting measures of preseason fitness and functional performance in collegiate athletes to identify associations between sport readiness and future injury.

Come early, between 5 and 6 p.m., and check out the work of our Richter Student Scholars and Steinfeldt Peace Scholars at a symposium in the Hoover lobby. George Fox students will present their research and peace projects in a conversational poster format.

Both events are sponsored by the Faculty Development Committee. Refreshments will be served.

Contact Laurie Fair (lfair@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Help cancer patients: Visit ‘Be the Match’ event

March 4th, 2018

You could be the cure! Help cancer patients with a simple mouth swab. Sign up for the “Be the Match” bone marrow registry today or tomorrow (Monday or Tuesday) between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Canyon Commons 103.

Young patients battling cancer will also be on hand to remind us of how you can change someone’s life by simply signing up.

Questions? Contact David Degnan (ddegnan14@georgefox.edu).

A number of positions are available in SpIL offices

March 4th, 2018

Ever wanted to be part of the Spiritual and Intercultural Life offices? Ever wanted to be involved with the amazing things going on over at the IRC (Intercultural Resource Center)? Ever wondered how chapel runs or what goes on behind the scenes of it?

If so, the SpIL offices are looking for your help! We will be accepting applications for a bunch of different positions until Friday, March 9. You can apply at Handshake.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Encourage students to apply for open SpIL positions

March 4th, 2018

Know of students who want to be part of the Spiritual and Intercultural Life offices? Know of any who want to be involved with the amazing things going on over at the IRC (Intercultural Resource Center)?

If so, the SpIL offices are looking for them! We will be accepting applications for a bunch of different positions until Friday, March 9, so encourage students to apply at Handshake.

Sports and Entertainment Job and Internship Fair is Tuesday

March 3rd, 2018

Are you a sports fan? Do you want to pursue a career in the sports industry? Meet and network with businesses in the sports and entertainment industry and hear from some of the best in the business at the Sports and Entertainment Job and Internship Fair, hosted by the Portland Trail Blazers.

Join us on Tuesday, March 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Moda Center in Portland. Transportation to the venue from George Fox will be provided by the IDEA Center for those who would like a ride.

The cost is $20, which includes fair registration and a game ticket to watch the Blazers play the New York Knicks immediately after the fair. 

Who will be there:

  • Adidas
  • Portland Winterhawks
  • Portland Trail Blazers
  • Seattle Storm
  • Sacramento Kings
  • Tacoma Rainiers
  • And many more! You can learn more at this link.

A panel presentation will be followed by a fair at which you can talk to specific recruiters. Bring lots of resumes!

Reserve your spot by emailing the IDEA Center at gpacker@georgefox.edu.

All invited to BSU club meeting tonight for good discussion, light snacks

March 3rd, 2018

All are welcome to join in the next BSU club meeting today (Sunday) at 5:30 p.m. in the IRC across from Pennington. We will have good company, light snacks, and a Koinonia follow-up discussion!

Contact Khadija Bruce (kbruce15@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Looking for a job next year? Come to info night tomorrow

March 3rd, 2018

Looking for a job next year? Do you love being involved on campus or do you want to be, but have not found your place yet?

A new department is forming on campus, and we have several positions to hire for next year in the area of student events, clubs and advertising. We are looking for a diverse group of hardworking, creative people who are passionate about the important work of building community, having fun and being intentional.

Specific jobs to be hired include event planners, graphic designers, photographers and videographers, and “no-experience-is-necessary-but-love-to-serve” roles. Learn more at an information night on Monday, March 5, at 9 p.m. in Hoover 105. We look forward to seeing you there.

Questions? Email Stephanie St. Cyr at sstcyr@georgefox.edu.

Submit your poetry, prose, photos and artwork to ‘The Wineskin’

March 3rd, 2018

The Wineskin is now accepting submissions! The theme for this semester is “heritage” – the heritage of parents, of teachers, and, most of all, the heritage of creativity and art.

Submit all poetry, prose, photography, and artwork to gfuwineskin@gmail.com (limit all prose to 1,000 words). Please title each piece and remove all watermarks.

Submissions close on Monday, March 19! Contact Kiale Palpant (kpalpant16@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Faculty, please alert your students to this opportunity.

Interested in learning about a career in the sports industry?

March 2nd, 2018

Are you a sports fan? Do you want to pursue a career in the sports industry? Meet and network with businesses in the sports and entertainment industry and hear from some of the best in the business at the Sports and Entertainment Job and Internship Fair, hosted by the Portland Trail Blazers.

Join us on Tuesday, March 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Moda Center in Portland. Transportation to the venue from George Fox will be provided by the IDEA Center for those who would like a ride.

The cost is $20, which includes fair registration and a game ticket to watch the Blazers play the New York Knicks immediately after the fair. 

Who will be there:

  • Adidas
  • Portland Winterhawks
  • Portland Trail Blazers
  • Seattle Storm
  • Sacramento Kings
  • Tacoma Rainiers
  • And many more! You can learn more at this link.

A panel presentation will be followed by a fair at which you can talk to specific recruiters. Bring lots of resumes!

Reserve your spot by emailing the IDEA Center at gpacker@georgefox.edu.

‘Be Heard’ on the 2018 Student Mixtape Project

March 2nd, 2018

Calling all singers, bands, spoken word artists, and podcasters: The Student Mixtape Project is back, and we are passionate about giving George Fox students a chance to “Be Heard.”

Being a part of the mixtape only takes two simple steps:

  1. Fill out this survey so we can learn about who you are.
  2. If you would like a free hour of studio recording time, after the survey, we will send you an Excel sheet to sign up for your session. If your audio track is already mixed, please send it directly to Paige Patterson at ppatteson13@georgefox.edu.

Who are we?
The George Fox Student Mixtape Project is a collaborative student project that started back in the early 2000s. It was revamped last year through KFOX Radio to produce 400 student mixtapes that were given away on Dead Day. With the help of ASC, we plan to produce 800 free mixtapes for the student body featuring selected works and release the entirety of all submissions online.

Be a part of George Fox history, and “Be Heard.”

All are welcome to Fox and Friendsview game night Monday

March 2nd, 2018

Fox and Friendsview is happening this Monday, March 5! All are invited to join in on the fun to make an elderly person’s day and to take advantage of this opportunity to get to know others in the Newberg community.

For those joining us, meet in the Bauman lobby at 6:15 p.m. to head over to Friendsview as a group. The game night ends at around 8:30 p.m., but feel free to leave early if you have other obligations. If you have any questions, contact Kyla Norell at knorell16@georgefox.edu.

Hope to see you there!

Swing dancing takes over the FoxHole tonight

March 2nd, 2018

Hey everyone! The Coast to Coast Swing Dance Club invites you to join us tonight (Saturday) in the FoxHole! Bring your friends and bring your dancing shoes. All levels of dancers are welcome! We hope to see you there!

Beginners learn at 6:30 p.m., followed by the intermediate dance at 7 p.m. and  the free social dance from 7:30 p.m. on.

Contact Justin Chang (jchang15@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

You could be the cure: Swing by Canyon Commons to find out

March 2nd, 2018

You could be the cure! Help cancer patients with a simple mouth swab. Sign up for the “Be the Match” bone marrow registry on Monday or Tuesday, March 5-6, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Canyon Commons 103.

Young patients battling cancer will also be on hand to remind us of how you can change someone’s life by simply signing up.

Questions? Contact David Degnan (ddegnan14@georgefox.edu).

Interested in joining the BSU officer team?

March 2nd, 2018

Interested in joining the BSU officer team? Let us know by clicking the link below.

BSU form

Got questions? Contact Khadija Bruce (kbruce15@georgefox.edu).

Registration closes at midnight for intramurals

March 2nd, 2018

Intramural signups are available online at imleagues.com, or the IMLeagues app.

Sports include:

  • 5-on-5 Basketball (Monday and Wednesday nights)
  • Ultimate Frisbee (Tuesday and Thursday nights)
  • Floor Hockey (Tuesday and Thursday nights)
  • Flag Football (Saturday mornings)

Registration is open until midnight. If you have any questions, please email Mark Nathlich at mnathlich14@georgefox.edu.

All sports are open to both active students and employees!

Annual benefits open enrollment ends today

March 1st, 2018

During open enrollment, benefit-eligible employees may make changes in benefit plans without a “change in status” reason. Any other time of the year you may only make changes for reasons such as adding or removing a dependent child, marriage, divorce, loss of other coverage, etc. Changes made during open enrollment will take effect April 1, 2018.

How to Get More Information
The Open Enrollment Guide is available online

What You Need To Do
Whether or not you make any changes to your benefit plans, all benefit-eligible employees must complete the Open Enrollment Election form. You must be logged into your George Fox University email to complete this electronic form (for authentication purposes).

If you decide to add coverage or make any changes to your current coverage, you must complete the appropriate enrollment form(s) (available on the EE website and in the links below) and return them to Employee Empowerment on or before Friday, March 2.

Your Online Connection: You may access the benefits web page to download forms and get more information.

If you are not sure what your current benefit election is, please see your pay statement in MyGFU.

We welcome your questions by phone, e-mail, or in-person. Let us know how we can help as you consider changes in your benefits. Contact Darby Thiessen: 503-554-2188 or dthiessen@georgefox.edu.

Support University Players at tonight’s ‘A Touch of Yellow’ performance

March 1st, 2018

Join the George Fox University Players at 7:30 p.m. tonight (Friday) for a free 50-minute performance involving music and theatre exploring the theme “A Touch of Yellow,” featuring stories where we are surprised by hope and find beauty in the ordinary.

The performance will then be followed by Playback theatre, a time for communal storytelling and sharing. Come support your fellow students in Wood-Mar Auditorium!

Questions? Contact JeanneAnn Faris (jfaris15@georgefox.edu).

Make plans to take part in Health and Wellness Week activities

March 1st, 2018

The School of Physical Therapy is hosting its second annual Health and Wellness Week March 12-17. This event is designed to impact Newberg and surrounding communities through nutrition, exercise and behavioral health classes, a 5K run/walk, and a pool party for kids.

Classes are free and open to the public. The 5K run/walk has an entry fee of $10 for students and $25 for the general public. To learn more or to register for the events, visit georgefox.edu/health.

Questions? Contact Tyler Cuddeford at tcuddeford@georgefox.edu.

Eat at Sandwich Express Wednesday to support PT trips to Africa

March 1st, 2018

Drop by for some lunch or dinner at Sandwich Express on Wednesday, March 7, between 3:30 p.m. and closure, to show your support for George Fox physical therapy students going to Ghana and Uganda this June!

Fifty percent of the proceeds from the event will go toward supporting the students and this great cause. Please come show your support! Sandwich Express is located at 901 Brutscher St. #B, in Newberg.

Contact Nick Gammie (ngammie16@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Thank you!