Sue O’Donnell: The End of the Story Hasn’t Happened Yet

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.

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Jessica Daugherty
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.

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Jessica Daugherty
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.

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Jessica Daugherty
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.

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Jessica Daugherty
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.

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Jessica Daugherty
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.

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Jessica Daugherty
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.”

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Jessica Daugherty
 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.

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Jessica Daugherty
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.

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Jessica Daugherty
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.

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Jessica Daugherty
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?

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Jessica Daugherty
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.

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Jessica Daugherty