Whether you’re a native Oregonian or a newcomer to the state, you’re likely beginning to feel the effects of winter. Running between classes in the rain, layering clothing for chilly mornings, and making activity plans around the weather forecast are all part of the drill.

Ryan Dearinger, a 2002 George Fox University (GFU) alum, returned to his alma mater as an Associate Professor of History and a fellow faculty member of the Honors program this fall.

A group of compassionate students from George Fox University (GFU) has started a program called Bridge the Generations to help diminish loneliness retirement home residents may be experiencing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Voices Project Conference aims to empower students of color to become leaders in their communities. This past weekend, the Voices Conference was held at the George Fox University (GFU) campus.

Just a few yards off of George Fox University’s (GFU) main campus, it is not unusual to see demonstrators gathering at Newberg’s locally known meeting spot, “the Flagpole.” In recent months, these gatherings have taken place as a reaction to the Newberg School Board’s attempt to ban all Black Lives Matter (BLM) and Pride flags.

The Intercultural Resource Center (IRC) invites students to celebrate and participate in the complexities of diversity. As members of the IRC team, D'Metri Mattocks and Jesse Cetz are at the forefront of this Christ-centered, intercultural engagement.

Mark Berglin wasn’t planning on being president of the Swing Dance Club. However, when the club’s previous president graduated and the club was on the verge of ending, Berglin stepped up to the plate. It has certainly paid off, as the club remains one of the largest on campus.

This year, the music department at George Fox University (GFU) welcomes several new faculty members, including Aaron Barnhart, who has taken the position of Assistant Professor of Worship Arts and Music Industry.

In July of 2021, George Fox University (GFU) held its first Liberation Scholars seminar. The Liberation Scholars program is a free two-week-long seminar held for primarily Latinx students from Woodburn High School. The program’s mentors are pulled from GFU’s student body.

Fueled by her passion to serve college students, Serena Draper left the beauty of Indiana to come and work in Residence Life at George Fox University (GFU).

In July, the George Fox University (GFU) College of Engineering hosted 24 high school students from the Newberg area to participate in Maker Camp for a week of fun and hands-on engineering activities.

It’s a cold night, but George Fox University (GFU) students are wandering onto the soccer field of the Austin Sports Complex dressed in shorts and T-shirts with frisbees in hand and competition in the air.

In a year with so much isolation, finding the delicate balance between building community and maintaining safety guidelines has been exceedingly difficult for everyone on campus. However, Resident Assistants Tori Lopez and Rob Boster have risen to the challenge.

The newly-elected student government is fired up and ready to make changes during the next school year, specifically tackling issues like the George Fox University (GFU) alcohol policy and campus safety. Efforts will be led by junior Micah Mensing, next year’s student body president.

Dr. Sue O’Donnell, a professor of the George Fox University (GFU) Psychology Department, had only just received her doctorate when she applied to work at the college. Originally from Minnesota, she and her family moved to Newberg in 2001 after accepting the position to teach GFU’s developmental courses, with the potential to take on some open psychology classes, as well.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.