After her Grammy performance honoring the late Sinead O’Connor, singer-songwriter Annie Lennox raised her fist and declared “Artists for cease-fire! Peace in the world!” Lennox joined a collection of hundreds of artists, Artists4Ceasefire, to formally petition President Biden and call for a cease-fire in Gaza and Israel. 

Throughout college, many students will encounter the struggle of trying to stay active, keep grades up, and still maintain a semblance of a social life. Recognizing there was a need, the Hadlock Student Center has provided a solution to students that not only allows them to add fitness into their routine but also allows them to connect with students in new and exciting ways. 

Like most other holidays, Black History Month (BHM) is steeped in history and purpose. However, its stories fade and evade newer generations who have never lived without the celebrations and acknowledgments.  

The Burn is an event that many George Fox University (GFU) students look forward to each semester. Led by The Prayer Network and student leaders, The Burn not only intends to bring students closer to Christ but also allows students to meet each other and bond in ways attendees never thought possible. 

Many students at George Fox University (GFU) do not consider themselves Quakers, yet they still choose to attend a Quaker college. While many students and faculty at GFU align themselves with Protestant views, there are some who do not. Those who are either Catholic or Orthodox at GFU live in the dichotomy between the liturgical traditions of their personal beliefs and the Protestant beliefs of the college.  

“The United States has had a higher number of immigrants than any other nation in the history of the world,” said George Fox University (GFU) professor Ryan Dearinger. “Millions […] have come to America to seek religious freedom, political asylum, family reunification, and economic opportunity … [playing] a substantial role in enriching American culture and fueling economic growth.”

Valentine’s Day is a time for celebrating love. Or, depending on your relationship status, a day of mild resentment and a lot of chocolate. Either way, Valentine’s Day is a fixture in American pop culture, and every year, stores brim with pink and red Valentine's cards, decorations, and gifts. Valentine’s Day, like many popular holidays, is far removed from its early  traditional roots and, not surprisingly, the modern consumerist element of the holiday runs deep. 

Although the presence of the Associated Student Community (ASC) is well known on the George Fox University (GFU) campus, the specifics of what ASC is actually responsible for are somewhat murky. 

After spending a few decades as a core fixture of the George Fox University (GFU) English Department and the Newberg community, Dr. Bill Jolliff retired this past spring. A musician, published poet, beloved professor, and former department chair, Jolliff’s career achievements have been impressive and his legacy at GFU is undeniable. However, Jolliff realized he was ready to take several steps back from public life to enjoy a slower and more private one.

In the early morning of Nov. 11, an inflatable Whopper broke free from its ties in front of Newberg’s Burger King; it blew across Portland Road, and hit some local businesses. This moment was captured on video and quickly circulated on social media amongst Newberg residents.

There are lights on the trees, it’s finally socially acceptable to play Christmas music, and finals are upon us. In other words? It’s almost Christmas! Most people understand Christmas to be a Christian holiday, a celebration of the birth of Jesus that has been adopted by the larger secular culture as a time of family, friends and giving (not to mention rampant consumerism). It is not as well known however, exactly how the Christmas traditions we know and love came to be, and how this presumed Christian holiday has been influenced by a variety of religions and cultures. 

On Nov. 27, Marlee Baker came to George Fox University (GFU) to present a lecture on the history of housing discrimination in Oregon. Baker, a GFU social work alum, currently works for the Fair Housing Counsel of Oregon (FHCO) and engages in state-wide civil rights work. The FHCO works under the Fair Housing Act of 1968, which prohibits housing discrimination on the basis of any protected class. Although the Fair Housing Act may seem like a simple solution, Baker explained that the past and present of housing disparity in Oregon is  anything but simple. 

Seasons at George Fox University (GFU) can be marked by the changing appearance of Hess Creek Canyon. When students arrive on campus in late August, the canyon is green, leafy, and lush. In autumn, the many Big Leaf Maple leaves in the canyon turn beautiful shades of yellow and orange, and they slowly drop until branches are bare. Winter rains and wind soon hit and the canyon becomes less inviting. However, when spring rolls around, new buds and shoots will once again bring the canyon back to life. Along with the Crisman Crossing Bridge and the Clock Tower, the Hess Creek Canyon is arguably one of the most distinctive nonacademic locations around campus.

Professor Rebecca Sandberg has been a pillar in the George Fox University (GFU) community since she began working at GFU in 2021. Sandberg has traveled the world, worked for multiple nonprofit organizations, and now works for GFU as the Assistant Director of the Cultural Enterprise and as a faculty fellow in the Honors Program. 

Minthorn is the oldest building on the George Fox University (GFU) campus and was built 138 years ago in 1885. Though it now houses the Spanish Program, the Center for Study Abroad, and the International Students office, the individuals for which it is named were closely involved in the effort to marginalize, control, and indoctrinate Native Americans in Oregon.

George Fox University (GFU) has been partnering with local Newberg elementary and middle schools to connect college students with children in the community through the Little+Big Bruin program. GFU students spend a minimum of one hour per week during October, November, February, and March with their Little Bruin. After a few years on hiatus due to COVID-19, the program returned in full force this fall.

Caitlin Corning is a central figure in the George Fox University (GFU) history community. She is the chair of the History and Politics Department, director of the GFU Archives and Museum collections, and is in charge of overseeing public history internships. Corning is also a committed person of faith who has a unique background in Protestant monasticism. 

Dubbed the “Golden Age of Comics,” the World War II era in America produced the most iconic comic heroes like Captain America, Superman, Captain Marvel, Batman, and Wonder Woman to name a few; these were characters that solidified the superhero stereotype. 

Brian Abine comes from a village in rural Rwanda, but he lived in the slums of Rwanda's capital, Kigali, while he attended a private school. Alison Gamboa spent her childhood in the suburbs of the metropolis of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Alejandro Del Cid grew up in the bustling city of La Esperanza Intibucá high in the mountains of Honduras. Traveling thousands of miles from their home countries, these three students decided to attend George Fox University (GFU) in Newberg, Ore., immersing themselves in a foreign environment and culture.

It is a common belief in the Christian community that there are certain holidays that may be viewed as inherently evil. As a Christian college, George Fox University (GFU) has learned how to delicately balance such holiday celebrations in a way that not only allows people to have fun but also shows the love of Christ.