Archive for February, 2017

Film ‘Business for the Common Good’ shown March 10

Monday, February 27th, 2017

To be a Christian, do you have to give up on a life in business? Do you need to give up your possessions and work as a missionary, or in ministry?

If these questions intrigue you, come join us for a short film, To Whom Is Given: Business for the Common Good, in which academic experts and everyday Christians share their stories about how they glorify God through their work. We’ll screen the film from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 10, in Hoover 105.

Come enjoy this screening, followed by a discussion led by Nate Peach! Chapel credit is available, and there will be free food!

Contact Grace Friberg (gfriberg13@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Last call for student mixtape participants

Monday, February 27th, 2017

We are creating a mixtape created by and released for George Fox students. We are looking for singers/music makers or those who have experience in recording/mixing music.

If interested, please email Paige Patterson at ppatterson13@georgefox.edu.

Eat at Burgerville tomorrow and support Athletic Training Club

Monday, February 27th, 2017

Come enjoy some dinner at Burgerville in Newberg tomorrow (Wednesday) between 5 and 8 p.m. and support the Athletic Training Club! Proceeds from sales will go toward travel expenses for club members to attend an upcoming Northwest Athletic Trainers Association event.

Questions? Contact Paige Knight (pknight14@georgefox.edu).

Mu Kappa Club meets tonight in International House

Monday, February 27th, 2017

The Mu Kappa Club is meeting tonight (Tuesday) at 7 p.m. in the International House! Come prepared for a fun evening of snacks and hot drinks, Apples to Apples, and great conversation. Hope to see you there!

Mu Kappa Club exists to create space for interaction in a fun and friendly group, and to advocate for and support MKs, TCKs and international students here at George Fox! We are focused on supporting students who have lived in other countries or whose parents work outside the U.S., but all are welcome at any of our events.

Questions? Please contact Jewellyn Bardwell at jbardwell14@georgefox.edu.

All invited to chapel events today, tomorrow

Monday, February 27th, 2017

Don’t forget about our chapel opportunities this week! This morning, we will get to hear from President Robin Baker. Please join us at 10:50 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

On Wednesday, we are offering two Ash Wednesday services. The first will be at 4 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium, a short 30-minute service for the entire community which will include the disposition of ashes (chapel credit is NOT offered for this). Then, at 7 p.m. we will have a one-hour service including more worship in addition to the disposition of ashes (chapel credit IS offered).

See you there!

Enjoy African-American cookout menu at dinner tonight

Monday, February 27th, 2017

February is Black History Month, and the Black Student Union has partnered with Bon Appetit to celebrate! The Bon will feature dishes inspired by different Black cultures every Tuesday during dinner for the month of February.

Tomorrow, we’ll feature an African-American cookout menu! This is also the last chance to enter a raffle to win prizes! Winners will be chosen at the end of the month.

Interested in learning more about what BSU does on campus? Contact Hannah Pettey at hpettey15@georgefox.edu for more info!

All-employee lunch is today in Canyon Commons

Monday, February 27th, 2017

An all-employee lunch will be held in Canyon Commons today! Lunch is served between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Cost is only $3. Need extra Wellness Challenge points? Take a walk before or after with a colleague!

Come discuss science and religion tonight in EHS 125

Monday, February 27th, 2017

Sigma Zeta is hosting a discussion night tonight (Tuesday) at 7 p.m. in EHS 125 for students interested in gathering together and exploring current topics in science and religion.

This is open to all majors and backgrounds, as we’d love to hear from you and any pressing questions or issues you’d like to discuss. Light refreshments will be provided!

Contact Jalane Jara (jjara13@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Enjoy a healthy lunch today in Canyon Commons

Monday, February 27th, 2017

Bon Appetit “Team T-800” will be serving a 125 Days of Wellness Challenge-friendly menu for all-employee lunch this week. Please join us in Canyon Commons today (Tuesday) between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. for a chef salad and soup lunch and earn your 25 points for a healthy salad lunch … and another 25 points for taking your full lunch break!

See you there!

Pre-PT Club meeting set for tomorrow night in Roberts 201

Monday, February 27th, 2017

We will be holding our first official Pre-Physical Therapy Club meeting tomorrow (Wednesday) at 8 p.m. in Roberts 201.

During our time together we will be hearing from a DPT student about the upcoming health week, and how we can participate. An additional reminder: Don’t forget to bring in your polo order forms if you have not yet given yours to one of the officers.

We are excited to see you all there! Questions? Contact Ashleanna Vos (avos15@georgefox.edu).

Change is good (and you should know about it!)

Monday, February 27th, 2017

Over the past year, Mail Services has made significant changes to employee box numbers. If you are using a list for inter-campus mail that was printed more than three months ago, please update your list.

You can access the updated Employee Extension/Box List here. The list is updated often, so check back regularly for the most up-to-date edition.

Questions? Contact Barbi Doran at bdoran@georgefox.edu.

Last chance to participate in book station survey

Monday, February 27th, 2017

Our group from JOUR 310 (Professional Writing) class is doing a survey. We want to know your thoughts on having a series of book exchange stations around campus.

What is a book exchange station?
A book exchange station is an outdoor cabinet that holds donated books. You can swap a book that you don’t want anymore with a new book from the station. People can trade books with each other within the George Fox community.

Why have book exchange stations?
Having book exchange stations set up all over campus will bring more interaction and entertainment in the student community. Book exchange stations are a great way for students to meet new people, share stories that they like, and have a new book to read when not studying.

Book Exchange Stations Survey

Thanks!
– Ian Snively (isnively15@georgefox.edu)

Disclaimer:
These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Join us for Shalom tonight in Canyon Commons

Monday, February 27th, 2017

Looking for some chapel credit, good life advice, or live music? How about all three? If so, come to Shalom tonight (Tuesday) at 8:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101.

Some friends from Friendsview will be joining us and sharing about their life stories and journeys of faith. Also, an a cappella group will be performing live. See you there!

Questions? Email SpIL at spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Survey: Campus Study Locations

Monday, February 27th, 2017

When midterms and finals come around, there are few available seats to be found in the library and various meeting places across campus for studying purposes. We are gathering student suggestions for new or improved study areas on and off campus.

To share your thoughts, please take our student survey by clicking the link below.

Campus Study Locations Survey

Thanks!

Disclaimer:
These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Join in ‘Ending Sexual Violence’ conversation on March 7

Sunday, February 26th, 2017

Make plans to attend a special event, “Ending Sexual Violence: A Conversation with George Fox Students,” from 8:30 to 9:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7, in Canyon Commons 101 & 102.

Please join us as Debra Bridges from the Yamhill County Crime Victims Unit and Todd Baltzell of the Newberg/Dundee Police Department  share with our community ways that we can all help to end sexual violence. This event is sponsored by the Office of Student Life.

Questions? Contact Jere Witherspoon at jwithers@georgefox.edu.

‘Ending Sexual Violence’ conversation scheduled for March 6

Sunday, February 26th, 2017

Make plans to attend a special event, “Ending Sexual Violence: A Conversation with George Fox Employees,” from 1:45 to 2:45 p.m. on Monday, March 6, in Canyon Commons 101 & 102.

Please join us as Debra Bridges from the Yamhill County Crime Victims Unit and Todd Baltzell of the Newberg/Dundee Police Department  share with our community ways that we can all help to end sexual violence. This event is sponsored by the Office of Student Life.

Questions? Contact Jere Witherspoon at jwithers@georgefox.edu.

Home athletic events this week

Sunday, February 26th, 2017

Tuesday, Feb. 28, 6 p.m. – Women’s Lacrosse vs. Eastern, Austin Sports Complex
Saturday, March 4, 10 a.m. – Men’s Tennis vs. Whitman
Saturday, March 4, noon – Women’s Lacrosse vs. Whitman, Austin Sports Complex
Saturday, March 4, noon – Softball vs. Whitworth, Morse Athletic Complex
Saturday, March 4, 2:30 p.m. – Softball vs. Whitworth, Morse Athletic Complex
Sunday, March 5, noon – Softball vs. Whitworth, Morse Athletic Complex
Sunday, March 5, 2:30 p.m. – Softball vs. Whitworth. Morse Athletic Complex
Sunday, March 5, 1 p.m. – Women’s Tennis vs. Puget Sound

For more information, contact the sports information office at ext. 2926 or visit the George Fox sports website at gfubruins.com.

Craig Johnson presents at Spring Faculty Lecture on March 7

Sunday, February 26th, 2017

All are invited to the 2017 Spring Faculty Lecture on Tuesday, March 7, featuring Craig Johnson, professor emeritus of leadership studies and recipient of the 2015-16 Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Research & Scholarship.

Craig’s lecture, “A Walk on the Shadow Side of Leadership,” will begin at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105. Following is a synopsis:

“We will focus on the power leaders have to cast light or shadow over followers. They must take special care, ‘lest the act of leadership create more harm than good.’ Refusing to face the dark side of leadership makes abuse more likely. Exploring the destructive dimension of leadership highlights the ethical challenges facing leaders and equips us to illumine rather than darken the lives of others.”

Come early and enjoy the 2017 Spring Richter Student Scholars Symposium! It is scheduled from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Hoover lobby. George Fox student scholars, from both undergraduate and graduate programs, will present their research in a conversational poster format.

The event is sponsored by the Faculty Development Committee. Refreshments will be served.

Questions? Contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu.

Come hear sociology professor Aida Ramos’ story tonight

Sunday, February 26th, 2017

Join us for a Liberal Arts and Critical Issues presentation tonight (Monday), when Aida Ramos, assistant professor of sociology at George Fox, presents “El Sueño” in Hoover 105. The same presentation will be made from 5 to 6 p.m. and from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Ramos will describe how the American Dream plays out for her family, including her immigrant relatives, connecting their experience to sociological evidence revealing a larger picture of the promise of the Dream and its limitations for Latinos.

The theme for this semester’s LACI series is “The Future of the American Dream.” For more information, contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu.

Robin Baker speaks in chapel; Ash Wednesday services scheduled

Sunday, February 26th, 2017

The Office of Spiritual Life has two things we’d like you to know about our chapel opportunities this week.

On Tuesday morning, we will get to hear from President Robin Baker. Please join us at 10:50 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

On Wednesday, we are offering two Ash Wednesday services. The first will be at 4 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium, a short 30-minute service for the entire community which will include the disposition of ashes (chapel credit is NOT offered for this). Then, at 7 p.m. we will have a one-hour service including more worship in addition to the disposition of ashes (chapel credit IS offered).

See you there!