Encourage students to attend Monday’s Nursing Expo

October 9th, 2024

The George Fox University Nursing Expo will be held on Monday, Oct. 14, in Canyon Commons from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Faculty, be sure to encourage your students to attend if they are a nursing major or interested in the health professions.

If you have questions, email Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Start preparing Richter Scholars proposals, due Jan. 27

October 9th, 2024

Richter Scholars proposals will be due Monday, Jan. 27, 2025. The Richter Scholars program distributes funds to support student research activities that are devised, initiated and carried out by individual student researchers, with mentorship, guidance and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.

The purpose of these funds is to support educational research opportunities that encourage the practices of independent thought, leading to independent achievement and personal responsibility. For the purpose of this program, research 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 research methods.

Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria at georgefox.edu/academics/richter.

All submissions will be electronic through Smartsheet, due Monday, Jan. 27, 2025. The Smartsheet link can be found on the website and will be activated when the spring semester begins.

For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.

Champion clothing is on sale at the Bruin Bookstore

October 9th, 2024

All Champion-brand clothing will be on sale today (Thursday) through Tuesday, Oct. 15, at the Bruin Bookstore. Get your Champion items for 20% off in store and online!

Stop by the Nursing Expo on Monday, Oct. 14

October 9th, 2024

The George Fox University Nursing Expo will be held on Monday, Oct. 14, in Canyon Commons from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All nursing and health-related major students are encouraged to attend.

If you have questions, email Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Sign up today to be a Bruin Preview overnight host for a free Crumbl Cookie

October 8th, 2024

Sign up to be an overnight host for Bruin Preview in a couple weeks! Today (Wednesday) is the last day to get Crumbl cookies in the dining hall for signing up. If you’ve already signed up, make sure to grab a cookie on your way into lunch!

Overnight hosting is a fun way to show a prospective student what life is like at George Fox. To learn more and sign up, click here.

Contact Miranda at mdavidson@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Oil and energy professional lectures on ‘The Right Tools for a Thriving Project Team’ tonight

October 8th, 2024

Thomas Paulson, a former vice president of ConocoPhillips, will address the leadership practices that guide his work and how his Christian faith shapes his leadership approach. His talk is scheduled for tonight (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

Paulson graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in civil engineering. He retired in 2008 as vice president of Canadian capital projects for ConocoPhillips, where he had executive responsibility for the planning and execution phases for major projects in Canada.

In his 33-year career with ConocoPhillips, Paulson worked in refining, chemicals, exploration and production at multiple U.S. and international locations in project management. He currently serves on the Kansas State University College of Engineering Dean’s Advisory Council and the George Fox Industrial Advisory Board.

If you have questions, contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu.

The university has extended the withdrawal deadline

October 8th, 2024

Please be aware that the university has extended the class withdrawal deadline for the benefit of our students. The new deadline is the Sunday before the last week of class.

For full semester classes this is the end of week 15 rather than week 10. For this fall semester the deadline is Sunday, Dec. 8. For classes that meet in shorter sessions within the semester you can find their specific withdrawal deadlines listed in the class details on class.georgefox.edu.

Encourage your family to register for Family Weekend

October 8th, 2024

Remind your families to register for Family Weekend, Oct. 18-20! Registration is open until Friday, Oct. 11. There will be events, games, prizes, and many additional opportunities to spend quality time with your family on campus.

Your family can’t make it? No problem. Family can be a spouse, a friend, grandparents, or anyone you consider family. You can even gather a group of friends and register together! We would love to have you join the festivities even if your family can’t come. The registration link can be found here.

Questions? Email us at parents@georgefox.edu.

Share your thoughts on AI integration on Oct. 15

October 8th, 2024

The George Fox Library invites faculty to join the librarians for a brown-bag conversation about AI tools in library platforms at noon on Tuesday, Oct. 15, in Hoover 250.

We will share about four platforms in our library that either already have an AI integration or are expected to launch one soon, and then open the floor to have a conversation about how we as a campus want to talk about these tools as part of an efficient, wise, and ethical research methodology.

If you have questions, email Kate Wimer at kwimer@georgefox.edu.

Welcome George Fox families for Family Weekend Oct. 18-20

October 8th, 2024

We are excited to welcome George Fox families to campus Friday, Oct. 18, through Sunday, Oct. 20, for Family Weekend! Please put on your best George Fox welcome and help families navigate campus as needed. We want to provide the most hospitable and fun experience possible for our visitors.

Also, please take great care in encouraging those students who may not have a family member who is able to attend. Anyone is welcome to register for Family Weekend and join students for activities.

To register and view the schedule, follow this link.

Questions? Email parents@georgefox.edu.

The College of Nursing hosts town hall meeting Oct. 16

October 8th, 2024

The College of Nursing is hosting a town hall meeting for all freshman and sophomore students on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 5 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

At our meeting, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Review the curriculum and compliance requirements
  • Discover pre-nursing success strategies
  • Learn about direct and general admit options

If you are not able to make it, please email nursing@georgefox.edu.

Worship in community this Saturday night in Hadlock

October 8th, 2024

Join UREC at the Hadlock Student Center this Saturday, Oct. 12, from 6:45 to 9 p.m. for an unforgettable night of worship music, community, and connection. Whether you’re looking to unwind, refocus or celebrate, this night is for you. Let’s lift our voices and hearts together. Don’t forget to invite a friend!

If you have questions, contact Jacob at jloomis@georgefox.edu.

Join psychology department in watching ‘Inside Out 2’ tonight

October 7th, 2024

What are your emotions doing in the control center of your mind? Specifically, what is anxiety doing? Bring your favorite snacks and join the psychology department for a movie night at 5:30 p.m. tonight (Tuesday) in Hoover 105.

We will watch Inside Out 2 followed by an expert panel (Kelly Chang, Sue O’Donnell, Erin Johnson and Nahanni Freeman) that will answer your questions and unpack the film’s themes of emotions, adolescence, identity and anxiety.

Please RSVP using this Google Form. We hope to see you there! You can contact Kelly Chang at kchang@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Sign-ups are open for the ‘Rocktober’ climbing competition Oct. 25

October 7th, 2024

Get ready for the first climbing competition of the 2024 fall semester! The Halloween “Rocktober” Competition is upon us. Climbing sessions will be running all day on Friday, Oct. 25, in Hadlock. Sign up on IMLeagues for the time that works for you.

All skill levels are welcome and encouraged to join! There is a $15 entry fee that pays for delicious fall-themed food, fantastic raffle prizes, sick T-shirts, and a memorable awards ceremony.

If you have any questions, email Climbing Wall Coordinator Lily Tamminga at ltamminga22@georgefox.edu.

Receive a $15 gift card for volunteering for photo and video shoots

October 7th, 2024

The marketing team is hosting two upcoming photo and video media days on Thursday, Oct. 10, and Thursday, Oct. 17. We are seeking students to help be a part of this project and would love for you to participate! You will receive a $15 gift card for your time.

Please review and sign up here! You can sign up in any available white space. Please only sign up for one of the available time slots, not multiple.

If you have any questions, please email Amanda Howard at ahoward@georgefox.edu.

President Baker reflects on his experience at the Fourth Lausanne Congress in his latest blog post

October 7th, 2024

President Baker recently returned from the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization in South Korea. This is the second Lausanne meeting he has had the privilege of attending since the movement began in 1974. At that time, Billy Graham, John Stott, and others gathered global leaders of the Christian Church to advance the work of evangelism and emphasize the importance of the Great Commission.

As President Baker describes, the gathering reignited his awareness of the global church’s dynamic growth and the incredible courage of believers in places where following Christ can cost them everything. You can read more about his experience on his blog, “Reflections”.

Make an appointment for a visit with DPT students on Nov. 15

October 7th, 2024

The university’s Doctor of Physical Therapy students are hosting an older adult annual physical therapy visit on Friday, Nov. 15, by appointment. Volunteers will be screened for blood pressure, circulation, sensation, balance, flexibility, endurance and posture. Visits will be at the Medical Sciences Building at 448 Werth Blvd. in Newberg.

Please contact Lyndsay Stutzenberger at lstutzenberger@georgefox.edu or at 503-554-2463 with questions or to sign up.

Share something you’re grateful for on ‘Blooming Gratitude’ poster in Canyon Commons Friday

October 7th, 2024

Come to Canyon Commons this Friday, Oct. 11, and share something you’re grateful for on our big bright-colored “Blooming Gratitude” poster. When you do, you will receive a flower and a blessing in the form of a Bible verse.

We encourage you to pass the blessing along to spread love and calm during the mid-semester stress. The table will be set up from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Reach out to Aubree Carr at acarr23@georgefox.edu with any questions.

All invited to hear MaryKate Morse speak in chapel and in Canyon Commons Thursday

October 7th, 2024

All are welcome to join in celebrating this year’s recipient of the Richard J. Foster Award in Spiritual Formation, our very own MaryKate Morse!

This Thursday, Oct. 10, she will be sharing a sermon on prayer in the new chapel at 10:50 a.m., followed by a lecture on leadership at noon in Canyon Commons (lunch provided in the servery). Please join us as you are able!

If you have questions, contact Jamie Johnson at jamiej@georgefox.edu.

Attend ‘Journey of Hope’ to explore biblical justice and the root causes of injustice in Lebanon

October 7th, 2024

The Center for Peace and Justice invites you to a presentation by Elio Constantine, entitled “Journey of Hope,” on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105.

In his presentation, Constantine will explore how we are called to live in justice and how a biblical approach to justice is applicable anywhere in the world. He will also address the root causes of injustices in Lebanon and the surrounding region.

Constantine is a Lebanese business professional working for Heart for Lebanon, a Christian organization focused on helping under-resourced families and children in Lebanon grow spiritually. He oversees the Middle East Center for Justice and Missions, which advocates for justice through Christian missions and provides training for future leaders.

The Middle East Center for Justice and Missions promotes a Christ-centered approach to injustice, advocacy, and hands-on training. It highlights Lebanon’s chronic injustices, arguing that true justice can only be found through faith in Jesus Christ.

Elio will be on campus all day on Thursday, Oct. 17. If you are interested in having him visit your class for a Q&A or to guest lecture, please contact twytsma@georgefox.edu for more information.