Rachel Thomas

Rachel Thomas currently serves as the City Recorder for the City of Newberg since August 2023. Previously, Rachel was the Public Art Manager for the Newberg Downtown Coalition and the Technical Resources Coordinator for the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, where Rachel administered the Oregon Heritage Mentorcorps program. Extensive experience at George Fox University included roles as both Adjunct Professor of History and University Archivist, where Rachel managed various aspects of the archival program, enhanced community engagement, and developed a robust internship program. Rachel's academic background includes a Master of Arts in Early American and United States History from William & Mary and a Bachelor of Arts in History and Spanish from the University of Puget Sound.