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State of George Fox Staff and Faculty
Last spring’s Building a Better University Plan announcement outlined significant changes to the available academic portfolio. Today, George Fox University (GFU) finds itself still implementing those changes among their faculty.
Mysteries of Murdock: Resources Revealed
Sometimes trying to locate resources on campus can feel like searching for Bigfoot, but the Mysteries of Murdock event brings Bigfoot and valuable resources directly to students. Mysteries of Murdock is designed to introduce students to important resources available at the library, including research material help, the Academic Resource Center (ARC), and Disability and Accessibility Services (DAS).
Faith’s Role in Vaccinations on Campus
Prior to the start of the Fall 2021 semester, George Fox University (GFU) announced that it would not be requiring COVID-19 vaccinations of its students and staff, but would continue in its commitment to encouraging vaccinations, even providing an on-campus resource through a grant received by the The Interfaith Youth Core (IFCY).
GFU Student Arrested On Federal Charges For Alleged Involvement In U.S. Capitol Riot
Matthew Klein, 24, a George Fox University (GFU) student at the time, was arrested by the FBI on Mar. 23, as was his brother, Jonathanpeter Klein, 21, on Mar. 24, under accusations of breaching the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
Coach Feature: Jessica Hollen
On March 20th, the George Fox University (GFU) softball team swept Lewis and Clark 12-2, the team’s 250th win under head coach Jessica Hollen. When Hollen first joined the program in 2008, the team had accumulated a total of three wins.
GFU Plans For Full Intramurals Season In The Fall
As vaccinations are on the rise and COVID-19 cases are on the decline in Yamhill County, George Fox University’s (GFU) campus recreation team is prepared to re-launch intramural sports with a full season in the fall.
Newberg’s Annual Camellia Festival Returns With In-Person Activities
It’s officially spring and Newberg’s annual Camellia Festival is just around the corner. While the festival’s in-person activities were cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19 concerns, it’s back in (almost) full force for 2021, some virtual activities included. The festival will take place in multiple locations throughout Newberg on April 10.
Sport Spotlight: Swim
After the coronavirus wreaked havoc on their 2020 season, the George Fox University (GFU) swim team was finally able to get back in the water and compete.
GFU Student Joins Class Action Lawsuit Targeting Anti-LGBTQIA+ Policies in Higher Education
On Tuesday morning, George Fox University (GFU) student Audrey Wojnarowisch announced on Twitter and Instagram that she would be joining 33 other former and current college students across the nation in filing a federal class action lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education for enabling anti-LGBTQIA+ policies in higher education institutions.
Polar Plunge: 2021
As the sun began to set on February 27th, International Polar Bear Day, over 400 George Fox University (GFU) students prepared for the annual GFU Polar Plunge.