Archive for January, 2018

Nursing serve trip team hosts fundraisers at home basketball games

Thursday, January 11th, 2018

The nursing serve trip team going to Kenya in June of 2018 is hosting fundraisers during six home basketball games! During the women’s and men’s games we will be selling Krispy Kreme donuts and raffle tickets, announcing at least one winner for the raffle during each game! The winners do not have to be present to win; we just need their contact info.

The prizes are as follows:

  • Three pairs of premium movie tickets to Cinetopia
  • One $25 gift card to Regal Cinemas
  • Two $25 gift cards to American Eagle
  • One $50 gift card to Dutch Bros
  • Two Dutch Bros gift baskets (valued at $25 each)

That’s nine chances to win! Tickets will be sold at $5 for 10 tickets. That’s only 50 cents per ticket! The tickets will be kept in the prize pool until the very last prize is given away.

Contact Hannah Thom (hthom16@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Please RSVP by end of day today if attending Jan. 17 staff lunch

Thursday, January 11th, 2018

All staff members are invited to attend this month’s staff lunch this Wednesday, Jan. 17, at noon in Canyon Commons. The cost is $3 (cash or check only). Please RSVP by 5 p.m. today (Friday) using this RSVP link.

We hope to see you there!

– The Staff Development Committee

Intramural registration for kickball and soccer closes tomorrow

Thursday, January 11th, 2018

Intramural sign-ups for both kickball and soccer are now available online at this link or on the IMLeagues app.

Registration closes tomorrow (Saturday) at noon. If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact Mark Nathlich at mnathlich14@georgefox.edu.

Intramural sports are open to both students and employees!

The Academic Resource Center (ARC) opens next week

Thursday, January 11th, 2018

Whether you want students to improve their writing, brainstorm for an upcoming assignment, or meet regularly for academic coaching, ARC consultants are available to support students in their academic pursuits.

The ARC is open Monday through Thursday from 1 to 10 p.m. and from noon to 4 p.m. on Fridays. Appointments are available starting on Tuesday, Jan. 16, and online scheduling will be available no later than Monday, Jan. 15.

To schedule an appointment, students can email the_arc@georgefox.edu, call 503-554-2327, or stop by the ARC on the first floor of the library.

Foster Parents’ Night Out hosts training this Sunday

Thursday, January 11th, 2018

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of kids and teens in foster care in our community, and their families? Then consider volunteering monthly with Foster Parents’ Night Out!

Our next training is coming up beginning at 11:30 a.m. this Sunday, Feb. 14, at Family Life Church (502 S. St. Paul Hwy., in Newberg). These once-monthly foster events are staffed by George Fox students and provide opportunities for mentoring young people and respite care for hardworking foster parents.

Contact Jamie Kitchen at embracegfu@gmail.com with any questions or to RSVP to the training.

Don’t forget to volunteer for Night to Shine

Thursday, January 11th, 2018

Night to Shine is just around the corner, on Friday, Feb. 9! Night to Shine is a prom for those with special needs. The night is complete with a red carpet entrance, limo rides, karaoke, dinner, hair and makeup sessions, shoe shining, and lots of dancing! The event will run from 5 to 9 p.m. at Newberg Christian Church.

We are looking for buddies to help our special guests have an ultimate prom experience. If you would like to sign up or have questions, go online to this link or email Katlyn Kronschnabl at katlyn@newbergcc.org.

Come check out Fencing Club in Wheeler

Thursday, January 11th, 2018

Welcome back, everyone! As we all gather our footing again, the Fencing Club would like to invite you to join us for our new event time on Tuesday nights in the Wheeler Dance Studio. We’ll meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Our first duels of the semester will begin Jan. 16. Remember, all equipment is provided and no experience needed!

Contact MaKenna Hickey (mhickey14@georgefox.edu) for more information.

KFOX looking for radio show hosts

Thursday, January 11th, 2018

Have you ever wanted to host a radio show? This is your opportunity! Join KFOX, George Fox’s on-campus radio station, today!

Email us at kfoxradio@georgefox.edu for more information. Sign-ups are open until the end of January.

Come swing dance in the FoxHole tomorrow night

Thursday, January 11th, 2018

Happy new year, everyone! The Coast to Coast swing dancing club is starting with a bang with our very first dance of the year tomorrow night (Saturday)! Bring your friends and bring your dancing shoes. We welcome all levels of dancers.

Dancing begins at 6:30 p.m. and lasts until 9 p.m. in the FoxHole. Swing by anytime during that time frame.

We hope to see you there!

Questions? Contact Justin Chang (jchang15@georgefox.edu).

Reserve a spot now to join French Club on trip to Portland

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

Join the French Club to sample delicious Galettes des Rois at the Alliance Française in Portland! We will be traveling there together on Sunday, Jan. 28, to celebrate the Feast of the Kings.

The event runs from 2 to 3:30 p.m. and costs $10 per person. Transportation is available.

Please contact Kacie Morgan at kaciepaigemorgan@gmail.com to reserve your spot.

Resume reviews for RA applicants available in IDEA Center

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

Are you applying to be an RA? Looking to make your resume stand out? Email idea@georgefox.edu with your resume to have it reviewed by a Career Coach before submitting your application. We’ll give you feedback on how to make your resume shine.

For other questions, please call 503-554-2330 or come visit us in the IDEA Center.

Join us at International Chapel this week

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

All are invited to International Chapel today (Thursday) and each Thursday this semester at the Intercultural Resource Center from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Our speakers this semester will focus on Scriptures that have been meaning to them.

This week, Alex Pia will share thoughts and Scriptures about trusting God and will encourage us to trust God in a deeper way. We will begin with a meal together, followed by the message and some time for small-group discussion and prayer. It is a great time of coming together and being encouraged. All students are welcome!

Chapel credit* will be available.

*Domestic students may earn up to five chapel electives by completing a Chapel Elective Form on MyGFU. International students will receive chapel credit through a reduction of “Requirements” on their MyGFU  for each chapel attended.

If you have questions, contact Alex Pia (apia@georgefox.edu).

Nominate seniors today for C.W. Perry Servant Leadership Award

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

Do you know of a deserving senior who demonstrates outstanding services as a servant leader on campus or in the community? Both employees and students can honor that person and the activity of voluntary service by nominating him or her for a C.W. Perry Servant Leadership Award.

The trustees of the Barney II and Moore Foundations established the C.W. Perry Servant Leadership Award at George Fox to reward leadership in the area of community and ministry service.

Only seniors (graduating in April 2018) are eligible for consideration. Up to four $1,000 awards will be given annually. Each award recipient will be required to set aside $250 of this gift to the charitable organization of his or her choice. The remaining $750 will be distributed to the award recipient in the form of a cash award.

The aim of the award is to promote the ideals of servant leadership in the George Fox community. In order for your nominee to qualify, this nomination form must be received by Monday, Feb. 26. Your georgefox.edu username will be recorded when you submit this form.

If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie St. Cyr at sstcyr@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2306.

Join in MLK Day of Service this Monday

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

Make this Monday’s holiday a day on in service and partnership to the greater Portland community!

Our annual participation in the 2018 MLK Day of Service will take place on Monday, Jan. 15, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Warner Pacific College. Any and all students, staff and faculty are encouraged to register and join in this great community-building event.

Details on the day are available at this link. Registration can be done here.

Transportation to and from George Fox’s Newberg campus will be provided, as will lunch. We will be serving alongside participants from Warner, Concordia University, Portland Community College, Mt. Hood Community College, Portland State University and more!

We are always so proud of how the George Fox community bears witness to Christ and shows up with such great representation at this event every year.

“Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.” (Jesus, in Matthew 20:28)

MLK weekend hours for Bon Appetit

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

The Bruin Den, Bruin Bites and Bridge Cafe will all be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. All cafes will resume normal hours of operation on Tuesday.

The hours of service in the dining room at Canyon Commons will change slightly this weekend as follows:

  • Saturday, Jan. 13: Continental breakfast, 8-10:30 a.m.; brunch, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.; dinner, 5-6:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, Jan. 14: Brunch, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.; dinner, 5-6:30 p.m.
  • Monday, Jan. 15: Breakfast, 8-10 a.m.; lunch, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.; dinner, 4:30-7 p.m.

Regular hours of operation resume Tuesday.

Join in special celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. this Monday

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

All are invited to a special Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., celebration at the Chehalem Cultural Center (415 E. Sheridan St., in Newberg) this Monday, Jan. 15, to commemorate Dr. King’s life and legacy. The doors open at 5:30 p.m., with the main program beginning at 6 p.m.

Refreshments and resources will be available following the program. Ines Peña, a Newberg High School graduate and local human rights activist, will give a keynote address on the program theme, “Be the Dream.”

Contact Rick Muthiah (rmuthiah@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Social work majors: Mandatory advising sessions are coming up

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

If you are a declared social work major who is a freshman, sophomore or junior, you will need to attend one of two advising sessions, on either Tuesday, Feb. 27, or Wednesday, March 7. Freshmen, please plan to attend from 5 to 6 p.m., sophomores from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m., and juniors from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Please bring a tablet or laptop.

The sessions will take place in Hoover 103. Questions? Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu.

RSVP by Friday for Jan. 17 staff lunch

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

All staff members are invited to attend this month’s staff lunch this Wednesday, Jan. 17, at noon in Canyon Commons. The cost is $3 (cash or check only). Please RSVP by 5 p.m. tomorrow (Friday) using this RSVP link.

We hope to see you there!

– The Staff Development Committee

Veterans host prayer gathering on campus this Wednesday

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

The Veterans United Association will be meeting for our first bimonthly prayer gathering at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17. We will be meeting in the side room of the ASC office in the Bruin Den. Please join us as we gather to pray for one another and for our community.

Contact Spencer Caraballo (scaraballo15@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Financial aid office hiring for work-study position

Wednesday, January 10th, 2018

Looking for a job in Newberg this summer? The financial aid office is currently hiring for a part-time work-study position that will transition to full time in the summer. Apply on Handshake today!

Questions? Contact Jordan Nelson at jnelson@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2297.