BridgeWeek Intensives
What is BridgeWeek?
“The perfect combination of learning, reflection, and meaningful connection.”
“A chance to deepen relationships as we grow together in our understanding.”
“A great time to reconnect with friends and to understand the heartbeat of the professors.”
“An opportunity to dive into intentional theological friendships.”
ALL of our online courses meet once per semester here at the Portland Center during what we call BridgeWeek.
BridgeWeek runs Monday - Saturday and includes a combination of
- A free Monday night seminary community dinner
- In-person class time with your co-learners and faculty
- In-person academic advising sessions (for distance students only)
- Field trips throughout the city and Portland metro area
- Cohort Night, when each cohort gathers for a night of fun & fellowship
- Lunch panels on topics related to biblical studies, ministry leadership and spiritual formation
Any student taking an online course will need to attend BridgeWeek on the days their specific courses are meeting.
Note: Students are not required to stay the entire week; they need only be present on the days their courses are meeting.
When is BridgeWeek?
- BridgeWeek is held the 7th week of each fall and spring semester (there is NO BridgeWeek in summer, though summer courses each include their own separate face-to-face intensive meet-up)
- Fall 2020 BridgeWeek: Oct. 12-17, 2020
- Spring 2021 BridgeWeek: Feb. 22-27, 2021
Where should I stay?
Students stay at a variety of places, including:
- Rentals in SE Portland, Tigard or Lake Oswego
- Hotels in SE Portland, Tigard or Lake Oswego
- With fellow students
Is there a cost?
BridgeWeek is a required component of all of our online courses, so there is no additional academic fee charged.
Some meals are provided (Monday night dinner, usually 1-2 optional lunches). We do our best to take into account dietary restrictions when planning food menus.
Students are responsible for all costs associated with their travel and lodging.
If I still have questions, who do I ask?
Tiona Cage, Associate Director of Academic Advising & Community Life
Phone: 503-554-6035
Email: tcage@georgefox.edu