Features
Meredith Green: A Humbling Four Years
Outgoing ASC Student Body President Meredith Green is just a few days short of getting her bachelors of science in Biology from George Fox University (GFU) and on the cusp of attending graduate school for optometry. But despite a successful year in student government and strong finish to her undergraduate career, her college experience began on a much lower note.
Adin Williams: The Road to Tokyo
During his first year competing collegiately, now-sophomore George Fox University (GFU) student Adin Williams won five gold medals in the U.S. Paralympic Championships, broke seven national records, and qualified for a spot on the U.S. Paralympic Swimming National Team. He is now vying for a shot at representing America at the 2021 Tokyo Paralympic Games.
Hadlock’s Self-Defense Course
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, George Fox University’s (GFU) Hadlock Student Center has offered a range of courses, from cycling to dance to yoga group fitness classes. This academic year, a new self-defense course has been added to its offerings.
Fencing Club: Foil and Sabre
The George Fox University (GFU) fencing club offers students of all skill levels the opportunity to learn or enhance their fencing skills in multiple styles. The fencing club provides community and friendly competition at 6 p.m. on Monday nights in the Hadlock Student Center.
Meet GFU’s First Confidential Title IX Advocate
In December, George Fox University (GFU) hired the institution’s first confidential Title IX advocate. Jacklyn Gebhard is earning her MSW (Master’s in social work) through GFU’s graduate program and is interning as the undergraduate confidential advocate.
Athletes vs. Covid
Athletics look a little different this year at George Fox University (GFU) due to COVID-19 regulations. GFU athletes are coping with the season scheduling changes taking place this spring season, and are learning how to deal with strict COVID-19 rules.
The Unforeseen Dangers of Nerf Guns
It all started with a handful of engineering majors in the MakerHub. The group was led by Engineering major Isaac Barnes, who has been immersed in the Nerf world for almost eight years.
Student Business Spotlight: CareFox
CareFox is a small business started by two senior business majors, Danielle Korthuis and Kylie Smith, here at George Fox University (GFU) in order to help students be able to “send some love around campus.”
Club Feature: Stewards of Sustainability
Through seed-planting parties, environmental documentary nights, and a variety of other events, the Stewards of Sustainability Club (SSC) at George Fox University (GFU) leaves the world a little better than they found it. This sentiment is echoed in their mission statement, which reads, “The mission of this club is to educate, empower and involve George Fox students in more sustainable lifestyles and practices.”
GFU Students Start Bible Study
George Fox University (GFU) first-year students Shaylee Cooper and Andrew Sutherland are leading a Bible study group, bringing people together to worship God (safely) during the pandemic.
The COVID 19 Vaccine
For many, the emergence of a COVID vaccine signals a light at the end of this long, dark tunnel. However, while many see the vaccine as the key to returning to our pre-pandemic lives, the relative newness of the vaccine can be a cause for concern and apprehension. Senior nursing student Hannah Mason broke down how, exactly, an immunization can protect your body from COVID-19, specifically the Pfizer and Moderna varieties.
Building Community in TCK
While the pandemic may have limited social interactions, George Fox University’s (GFU) Third Culture Kids club (TCK) is finding creative ways to build community
Being Known by Sharon at the Bon
If there is one person who excels at spreading the George Fox University (GFU) “Be Known” promise to students on campus, it is Sharon the card-checker and cashier at Bon Appetit. Sharon makes a continual effort to learn as many students' names as she can, and continually check up on them and get to know them better whenever they pass through the Bon.
GFU’s New Provost, Andrea Scott
Andrea Scott is the new provost of George Fox University (GFU), formerly the dean and professor of marketing at the Jabs School of Business at California Baptist University (CBU). Scott began her tenure as GFU’s provost in July.
Disabilities Awareness and Advocacy Club
George Fox University’s “Be Known” promise is making headway through the new Disabilities Awareness and Advocacy Club (DAAC). The DAAC strives to offer students a place to talk and learn about disabilities, as well as a space where people with disabilities can share and receive support.
Dorm Room Coziness
Glancing around the room of white walls, ancient carpet and identical furniture, Abigail Strong felt a chill in the hot August heat as she surveyed her dorm room for the first time. This was where she was supposed to spend the next four months of her life?
Bryce Coefield: Faithfulness and Freedom
Coefield is the associate director of multicultural student development at George Fox University (GFU). He and his wife Kari moved from Los Angeles to Newberg in July 2017. The Coefields’ decision to move to Newberg and GFU was not clear-cut. In fact, dean of student success and equity Jenny Elsey asked Coefield to apply for the assistant director of intercultural life position three times before he seriously considered applying.
Celebration of Recently Retired Faculty Kathy Heininge
Summer 2020 left the English Department at George Fox University (GFU) saddened at the retirement announcement of Kathy Heininge.
Delight Ministries
George Fox University (GFU) is one of many colleges across the nation that hosts a chapter of Delight Ministries, a Bible study group that connects and supports college women.
Who Are The Advanced Writing Fellows?
The Advanced Writing Fellows are a new group of writing tutors in place to help LIBA 100 students with the writing requirements for the course. Composed of students who are familiar with the LIBA 100 course work, they meet students where they are at in the writing process.