Archive for October, 2016

George Fox students invited to OSU Job & Internship Fairs

Thursday, October 13th, 2016

Want a job or internship in your field this spring or summer? Sign up to attend one of three career fairs that Oregon State has invited George Fox students to attend! More than 100 employers will be available to talk to you about current and future jobs and internships.

  • Oct. 25: Business and Communications
  • Oct. 26: Engineering
  • Oct. 27: STEM & Health Careers

The fairs run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ride down with other George Fox students and IDEA Center staff or go on your own. Vans will depart at 9:30 a.m. and return to campus before 3 p.m. so athletes can attend. Sign up through the Events tab in Handshake so that the IDEA Center can make you a name tag.

Start planning now to work on you resume and LinkedIn profile and make an appointment to see a Career Coach to learn career fair strategies. This is a great chance to practice meeting employers and see what opportunities are in your field.

Faculty: Encourage your students to attend. Questions? Contact the IDEA Center.

Voter pamphlets are now available

Thursday, October 13th, 2016

Voter pamphlets for the presidential election are now available on the counter in the hallway of Mail Services (North Street Annex) and also on a counter in the hallway of the SUB Post Office. Please feel free to take one of the voter pamphlets. They are provided by the state of Oregon for assistance in casting your vote by mail ballot. The presidential election will be on Nov. 8, 2016.

Mail Services is an unofficial drop site for all Oregon ballots. Arrangements have been made with the Yamhill County Elections Office for us to offer this service. We accept any Oregon ballot from any county, and there is no postage necessary.

The deadline for this drop-off site is 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8. All out-of-state ballots must be mailed with postage.

Thank you,
University Mail Services

Today is deadline to apply for South African experiential learning programs

Thursday, October 13th, 2016

One Heart Source is currently accepting applications for its 2017 Experiential Learning Programs in Cape Town, South Africa. We are offering a variety of two- and four-week volunteer programs and internships next summer.

As an OHS volunteer/intern, you will:

  • Gain international experience for graduate school and employment
  • Develop skills in international communication, mentorship and community outreach
  • Mentor students to achieve academic growth and cultivate lasting relationships
  • Immerse yourself in local communities and broaden your global perspective
  • Collaborate with groups of university students from around the world

Apply here for our volunteer programs. The next application deadline is Oct. 14. You can learn more about One Heart Source at this link.

Important info for tomorrow’s football game

Thursday, October 13th, 2016

Family Weekend and our next football game are right around the corner, so please take note of the important information below. Kickoff against Puget Sound is scheduled for 7 p.m. tomorrow (Saturday), which means we get to play under the lights. Bring your rain jacket and join the fun!

Bauman Parking Lot
Be sure to move your cars out of the Bauman parking lot and the tennis court parking lot on Friday evening. This space will be dedicated to Family Weekend activities and vendors on Saturday.

Entrances to the football game
There will be two entrances into the game and both are located in the Bauman parking lot, directly behind the stadium.

Wheeler Sports Center closed
The Wheeler Sports Center will be closed from 3 p.m. to midnight. This means the basketball gym, racquetball courts and locker rooms will be closed. The Fitness Center will remain open for normal business hours, but you will need to enter through the hallway entrance located on the field level, toward the end of the building near the tennis courts. There will be security officers who will ask you where you are headed; just let them know that you are going to work out.

Bauman Walkway
The sidewalk located between the football stadium and Bauman will be closed. Please walk around the building and do not move the barricade.

Barricades
If you see a barricade, it is there for a reason. Please do not move them, jump over them, crawl under them, or unlock them.

Circle Parking Lot
The circle parking lot near Wheeler will be closed for the day. This space is reserved for officials to park in. Officials will arrive as early as 3:30 p.m.

Sideline Passes
No one will be granted field access without a sideline pass. Sideline passes are issued to those who are required to work and/or have official business during the game.

Tickets
Students and staff can show their ID cards at the gate to get into the game free of charge. Additional tickets can be purchased online or at the gate by visiting this link.

We hope to see you at the game at 7 p.m. and the tailgates prior to that!

Questions? Contact Elise Trask at etrask@georgefox.edu, Sarah Reid at sreid@georgefox.edu, or Megan Fisher in Parent Relations at mfisher@georgefox.edu.

Survey: Hammocking on Campus

Thursday, October 13th, 2016

Do you like hammocking? If ASC built a structure specifically designed for hammocking, would you use it?

We’d like your opinion. To weigh in, take our survey. Questions? Contact Emylina Burunov at eburunov14@georgefox.edu.

Hammocking Survey

Thank you!

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.

Models still needed for fashion show

Thursday, October 13th, 2016

Want to be involved in a unique and exciting opportunity? Do you enjoy being a part of on-stage productions? Be a model in the George Fox Spring Fashion Show! This is the last fashion show production the university will be hosting, so have a part in making it unforgettable.

Auditions will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 19, from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. This opportunity is open to both men and women. Women models: If your have heels to walk in, bring them.

Contact directors Casey Berkey (cberkey13@georgefox.edu) or Erika Muir (emuir12@georgefox.edu) if your have any further questions or specifications. We will see you there!

Check out all the shows now on KFOX radio

Thursday, October 13th, 2016

KFOX has released its schedule! Check out this link to see what shows are playing when. We have a great variety of broadcasts featuring more than two dozen students, so be sure to check it out!

Join Paul Anderson for ‘Turning of the Page’ session today

Thursday, October 13th, 2016

Paul Anderson will host a “Turning of the Page” for Volume 1 of the Heritage Edition of The Saint John’s Bible: The Pentateuch. Come see firsthand the artistry that has made this illuminated Bible a historic masterpiece. Families and students especially welcome!

Paul will make the presentation from 4 to 4:30 p.m. today (Friday) in the MLRC.

Learn about dynamic careers in communications field on Wednesday

Thursday, October 13th, 2016

Whether you’re interested in digital storytelling, corporate communication, public relations, print journalism, public affairs or nonprofit development, this panel will provide insights as to where you can take a career in the dynamic communication field.

Panelists include reps from Mercy Corps, WE (formerly Waggener Edstrom), the Oregon Food Bank, LEKTRO Manufacturing and the  Statesman Journal. Join us from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 19, in Canyon Commons 103.

Refreshments will be served and professional insights will be gained. Contact the IDEA Center with questions.

Important info for home football game Saturday

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

Family Weekend and our next football game are right around the corner, so please take note of the important information below. Kickoff against Puget Sound is scheduled for 7 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 15, which means we get to play under the lights. Bring your rain jacket and join the fun!

Bauman Parking Lot
Be sure to move your cars out of the Bauman parking lot and the tennis court parking lot on Friday evening. This space will be dedicated to Family Weekend activities and vendors on Saturday.

Entrances to the football game
There will be two entrances into the game and both are located in the Bauman parking lot, directly behind the stadium.

Wheeler Sports Center closed
The Wheeler Sports Center will be closed from 3 p.m. to midnight. This means the basketball gym, racquetball courts and locker rooms will be closed. The Fitness Center will remain open for normal business hours, but you will need to enter through the hallway entrance located on the field level, toward the end of the building near the tennis courts. There will be security officers who will ask you where you are headed; just let them know that you are going to work out.

Bauman Walkway
The sidewalk located between the football stadium and Bauman will be closed. Please walk around the building and do not move the barricade.

Barricades
If you see a barricade, it is there for a reason. Please do not move them, jump over them, crawl under them, or unlock them.

Circle Parking Lot
The circle parking lot near Wheeler will be closed for the day. This space is reserved for officials to park in. Officials will arrive as early as 3:30 p.m.

Sideline Passes
No one will be granted field access without a sideline pass. Sideline passes are issued to those who are required to work and/or have official business during the game.

Tickets
Students and staff can show their ID cards at the gate to get into the game free of charge. Additional tickets can be purchased online or at the gate by visiting this link.

We hope to see you at the game at 7 p.m. and the tailgates prior to that!

Questions? Contact Elise Trask at etrask@georgefox.edu, Sarah Reid at sreid@georgefox.edu, or Megan Fisher in Parent Relations at mfisher@georgefox.edu.

Please clear out of Bauman parking lot Friday night

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

Please be advised that due to Family Weekend festivities on Saturday, Oct. 15, we are asking that everyone (students and employees) clear out of the Bauman Auditorium parking lot before 10 p.m. tomorrow (Friday).

The parking lot will be closed to public parking from Friday night through all day on Saturday to make room for events like tailgating. Thank you for your cooperation.

Go Bruins!

Young Life College meets tonight

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

Young Life College is tonight (Thursday) at 8:01 p.m.!

Christ. Community. Food. If you’re looking for a fun place to hang out with friends, talk about God and eat free food, then Young Life College is the place for you. Bring anyone and everyone and we will see you at 8:01!

Guys: Meet at 2808 Crestview Dr.
Girls: Meet at 2008 N. Emory Dr.

Questions? Contact Connor Taggart at 541-514-1536 or ctagg8@gmail.com or Hayley Dunning at 503-789-4732.

Mike Meek shares on how to build winning team chemistry tonight

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

Join Bruins LEAD tonight (Thursday) to hear Mike Meek, our women’s basketball coach, speak on “How to Inspire Your Team and How to Build Winning Team Chemistry.”

You don’t have to be an athlete or coach to be part of Bruins LEAD. It is simply an opportunity to develop your leadership skills. We will take basic leadership concepts and spend one hour diving into details of how to develop responsible and respected leaders.

Each week, you will get to hear from one of our coaches on the following topics:

  • Oct. 13 – Mike Meek on “How to Inspire Your Team and How to Build Winning Team Chemistry”
  • Oct. 20 – Branden Thompson on “How to Get Your Teammates Back on Track”
  • Oct. 27 – Jessica Hollen on “How to Manage Team Conflict”

All sessions take place from 8:40 p.m. to 9:40 p.m. in Lemmons 8.

While some of the content may be specific to athletics and teams, we feel strongly that every person will end up working in a team at some point in their lives, and this information can be relevant for everyone on campus.

If you were unable to attend the first few sessions, that’s OK! Join us for week four. Probably most important … there will be snacks!

Questions? Please contact Kelsea Meyers at kmeyers13@georgefox.edu.

All invited to join in fun of Friendsview festival next week

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

Do you like hot apple cider, hayrides and making new friends? So do we! James Project is joining Friendsview for all of these activities and more at their fall festival at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20. We’ll meet in Canyon Commons and go from there.

If you are interested in joining us as we join our neighbors for their fun night, email Kaheela Reid and Gary Buckley at jamesprojectgfu@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!

Family Weekend is coming up

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

Families of current traditional undergraduate students have been invited to join us on campus Oct. 14-16 for a weekend filled with some exciting events, including the Family Weekend Tailgate Dinner, music performances, and home athletic contests.

Please note that the parking lots and campus will be hosting extra people and events this weekend. Help us welcome these families and be extra hospitable as they find their way around and reconnect with students.

For more information and the schedule of events for the weekend, visit this webpage. If you have any questions, please contact Megan Fisher ext. 2112.

All are welcome to leadership workshop today in Canyon Commons

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

Do you want to grow as a leader? Do you want to understand how your strengths can impact your leadership style? The IDEA Center will be presenting a workshop about “Leading With Your Strengths” today (Thursday) at noon in Canyon Commons 101.

We’ll be discussing how your unique combination of Strengths can work together to give you valuable skills as you lead and work within teams. Check out this webpage for more information.

Faculty and staff are welcome to come, or to share this opportunity with your students!

Tonight is last night of Bridge Cafe’s late-night service

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

In a joint decision with student life and ASC, today (Thursday, Oct. 13) will be the last night the Bridge Café will be open for late-night hours.

We appreciate those who visited the café in the evenings, but unfortunately there was not enough business to justify continuing to remain open going forward.

Daytime hours of operation remain the same: Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thank you for your understanding.

This week’s earthquake preparedness tip: ‘Emergency Go-Kit Passport’

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

Don’t forget: Next Thursday, Oct. 20, the university will participate in The Great Oregon Shake Out, an exercise designed to test the school’s emergency notification systems as well as create dialogue among the George Fox community on how to be personally prepared should an earthquake occur.

This week, security services is providing a tip on how to create an emergency action plan for your family. Just follow this link to read about the Oregon Office of Emergency Management’s “Emergency Go-Kit Passport.”

Anderson hosts ‘Turning of the Page’ session tomorrow

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

Paul Anderson will host a “Turning of the Page” for Volume 1 of the Heritage Edition of The Saint John’s Bible: The Pentateuch. Come see firsthand the artistry that has made this illuminated Bible a historic masterpiece. Families and students especially welcome!

Paul will make the presentation from 4 to 4:30 p.m. tomorrow (Friday) in the MLRC.

Volunteers still needed for PT’s Achilles tendinopathy research

Wednesday, October 12th, 2016

The physical therapy department is still looking for participants to join a research study on Achilles tendinopathy. The study aims to evaluate recreational runners with persistent pain in the mid-portion of the Achilles tendon. Testing will continue through this week.

If you wish to volunteer or have questions, contact Annika Piros (apiros15@georgefox.edu).