We wear masks, stand six feet apart, and apply hand sanitizer more liberally than we probably have in our whole lives. Of course, this is all in a unified effort to curb the spread of the coronavirus on campus, protecting both ourselves and our peers. But what happens when a student does catch COVID-19, despite the precautions?
Read MoreDespite being limited by COVID-19, George Fox University (GFU) continues to persevere and plan fall activities for students to participate in. Throughout the first few months of the semester, GFU has held several events, like a showing of “Mulan”, a virtual trivia game and an escape room, according to the Events and Activities webpage.
Read MoreDan Morrison joined the George Fox University (GFU) community this semester as assistant professor of New Testament. Morrison also served as assistant professor of New Testament at Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri for three years. Additionally, Morrison is a U.S. Navy Chaplain and has been director of Cordas C. Burnett Center for biblical preaching at Evangel University. No matter his job title, Morrison feels called to work with college students.
Read MoreThe 2020 U.S. Presidential Election is surrounded by uncertainty. We're worried about voter fraud, defunding and obstruction of the USPS, and disenfranchisement of certain communities. Making your voice heard is more important than ever, and here are some tips to help you know how to place your vote, even if you're not voting from your home state
Read MoreA Newberg service station was recently transformed into See See Motor Coffee, a motorcycle themed coffee shop.
Read MoreThe George Fox Honors Program (GFHP) began its enterprise with the incoming class in 2014. Since its genesis, the program has experienced its fair share of commendations and criticisms. One criticism is the program’s lack of diversity.
Read MoreStudents with dietary needs like a gluten-free menu are struggling to find safe food options in the Canyon Commons at George Fox University (GFU) due to cross-contamination and lack of communication by the school’s catering service, Bon Appetit.
Read MoreMany of us, regardless of what we actually want, have been forced into isolation. Maybe there are still others around us, but we’ve been cut off from a lot of familiar forms of socialization. It’s normal for loneliness to creep in during times like these, but there may be some benefits to solitude. By knowing them, we can turn our solitude into productivity.
Read More“The Spacious Place” reached #29 in the Top Charts on Apple Podcasts since we have been in quarantine. It is hosted by Seattle-native Kari Levang. While this project has been months in the making, the podcast itself only went live at the beginning of 2020. I interviewed Levang to hear how she did it, how this pandemic has affected the process, and so you could get to know her.
Read MoreThese strange, unprecedented times have left many of us with more free time than usual. Here are five ways to help keep you busy, happy, and productive while staying at home.
Read MoreQuarantine is a trying time. It is always important to maintain positive mental health, but this can be challenging while stuck inside. Here are some tips to keep your mind healthy and your spirits up:
Read MoreOn April 12, Easter came upon families once again. The difference, of course, was the social-distancing rule set forth by the US government. As students are in Oregon, Washington and beyond, each state’s regulations are different on the subject of social distancing. Nevertheless, Christians around the world were faced with the challenge of celebrating Easter Sunday away from their churches.
Read MoreNEWBERG, ORE. – This past March, students from George Fox University (GFU)’s William Penn Honors Program (WPHP) met around the seminar table in Pennington House, but not for a typical class. Freshmen to seniors gathered to discuss “Love Thy Body,” the most recent book by evangelical scholar Nancy Pearcey, who was scheduled to speak at GFU on April 2.
Read MoreThe crowd murmurs, restless, as the lights go down. Bodies onstage shuffle around in the dark, dancers getting in position. Suddenly, bright lights illuminate the stage, and screams and shouts fill the air as Eric Nam pops up from the stage floor, the first notes of his single “Come Through” crooning through the speakers.
Read MoreMarch is Women’s History Month. To embrace this celebration, we interviewed four women on campus who impact the lives of students every day. While many students are not on campus at this time, those who are should take the opportunity to introduce themselves to these women in George Fox University GFU’s time of remote teaching.
Read MoreOn March 3, Leah Payne presented her lecture, “Contemporary Christian – How the Entertainment Business Shaped Evangelical Theology in the U.S.A.,” for George Fox University (GFU)’s Spring 2020 Faculty Lecture. The lecture took place in Hoover Academic Building’s Kershner Lecture Hall.
Read MoreMany students who come to George Fox University (GFU) have only a cursory knowledge of the school’s history. Perhaps they know that George Fox was the founder of Quakerism but are still unsure what Quakers believe. While the figures aren’t exact, only around 2% of the student population at GFU is Quaker.
Read MoreSpring Break. The best week of your life. But if you don’t have it planned yet, don’t fret. Here’s a list of the top eight road trip destinations within driving distance of George Fox University (GFU).
Read MoreThis year marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment, which granted women the right to vote in the United States. While the activism of Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and their contemporaries were monumental in this movement, history tends to overlook the many powerful women who battled not only discrimination against their sex, but also discrimination against their skin tone.
Read MoreBack in 2003 and 2004, a student named Megan Weaver approached the George Fox University superintendent of grounds about recycling. She did research and was able to find areas to dispose the recycling along with infrastructure. An on-campus advocate also helped. For a while, campus recycling was booming. Over the years, interest has declined and unhealthy habits have impeded the operation.
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