Batman fans probably didn’t expect to see Bruce Wayne driving a motorcycle through Gotham’s cobblestone streets in the rain with Nirvana’s “Something in the Way” playing in the background, but luckily, “The Batman” film made that happen.
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Biology professor and ornithologist Dr. Don Powers said that this year alone, three new types of birds have been spotted on campus. He hasn’t seen these birds until now in his thirty-three year career at GFU. Aside from these new arrivals, Powers said it is “a tall order” to begin to name all of the birds that are common to campus. But from some of those he did mention, here are a few you can regularly see around campus.
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In the vast expanse of the universe, could extraterrestrials really exist? Quite a few Oregonians believe so, and they have stories and experiences to back up those claims.
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“I’ve always wanted to be more than just another compliant Christian daughter” opens the title track of Semler’s recently released EP, "Late Bloomer." This EP features a collection of songs that delve into faith deconstruction, from being a queer Christian to asking the seemingly unaskable questions.
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TikTok is easily one of the fastest-growing social media apps in the world, with over a billion users. Perhaps the most fascinating thing about this platform is the fact that anyone can go viral at any moment. The question is, how does it happen?
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The Coffee Cottage, Chapters Books and Coffee, and the Coffee Cat Coffeehouse are the go-to cafés in the area. However, which has the best ambiance and cup of joe?
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It’s no secret that Oregonians are obsessed with Bigfoot, as is evident by the abundant stickers; from the backs of cars to the insides of coffee shops, to the busy stores in Portland, all the way to the quiet shops on the coast, they’re everywhere. Let’s be honest, if Oregon had a state mascot, it would probably be Bigfoot.
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With the leaves turning color, a cool breeze rolling in, and apple-cranberry-spiced cider with caramel whip back on the Coffee Cottage menu, it seems that there has never been a better time to watch some good horror movies.
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It’s time to get away from the busy! Enjoy these three campus locations to do just that.
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Many people dream of traveling the world, but have they considered exploring the natural beauty of where they live? In a world where travel is limited due to the continued spread of COVID-19, maybe it’s time to adventure in the vast outdoors of Oregon.
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After keeping six feet of distance, wearing masks, and staying at home, it is important that we as a society get back to socializing. When reintroducing yourself into society, you may feel the urge to keep your distance from those around you. Don’t. Get right up close and personal.
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The class of 2021 is graduating soon and with obstacles like COVID-19, The Crescent wanted to know what their years at George Fox University (GFU) were like, and what kept them at GFU amidst the pandemic.
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Taylor Swift’s April 9 release of her newest album, “Fearless: Taylor’s version” has been making waves in the music world. The new album is a re-release of her second studio album, “Fearless,” which was released in 2008, and won Album of the Year at the 2010 Grammy Awards.
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George Fox University (GFU) offers many student resources, including the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Resource Center.
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As temperatures continue to drop, it is important to make sure that you have the necessary resources to face the oncoming colder weather.
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As the semester ends and the holidays are upon us, we on the Crescent staff wanted to share some of our favorite holiday recipes to try over break. Though this year has been tough, we hope that these treats will lift your spirits!
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Uflora Plant House is a small local plant shop in Newberg, OR. Uflora sells indoor tropical plants and offers floral design services. Uflora was founded two and a half years ago by two young couples, Ella and Andrew Kaye and Taylor and Josie Hickernell, who are all George Fox University (GFU) graduates.
Read MoreAccording to the National Public Radio (NPR), two-thirds of Americans said they were feeling stressed before Tuesday's election. With concerns over the future of the nation, individual rights, the pandemic, and potential post-election violence, Americans have had plenty to be stressed about.
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Released on Netflix September 23, Enola Holmes is a film based off of the book The Enola Holmes Mysteries: The Case of the Missing Marquess by Nancy Springer. Starring Millie Bobby Brown and directed by Henry Bradbeer, this fantastic film depicts the wild and unruly teenage sister of the famous Sherlock Holmes. It is a tale of mystery and excitement and is a source of entertainment for all ages.
Read MoreGFU has over 900 commuters attending this year, and previous resources will continue to be open to people who travel to campus for classes according to David Johnstone, the associate dean of students and director of commuter life.
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