Archive for February, 2018

Be sure to apply for open SpIL positions by March 9

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

Ever wanted to be part of the Spiritual and Intercultural Life offices? Ever wanted to be involved with the amazing things going on over at the IRC (Intercultural Resource Center)? Ever wondered how chapel runs or what goes on behind the scenes of it?

If so, the SpIL offices are looking for your help! We will be accepting applications for a bunch of different positions until Friday, March 9. You can apply at Handshake.

We can’t wait to hear from you!

PT’s Brumitt presents Spring Faculty Lecture on March 6

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

All are invited to the 2018 Spring Faculty Lecture on Tuesday, March 6, at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105. Our featured speaker, and recipient of the 2016-17 Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Research and Scholarship, is Jason Brumitt, assistant professor of physical therapy.

Brumitt’s lecture, “Can Preseason Performance and Fitness Testing Identify Athletes at Risk for Injury?,” will focus on a recent trend in sports science research to identify athletes at risk for injury based on measures of preseason fitness. His research has entailed collecting measures of preseason fitness and functional performance in collegiate athletes to identify associations between sport readiness and future injury.

Come early, between 5 and 6 p.m., and check out the work of our Richter Student Scholars and Steinfeldt Peace Scholars at a symposium in the Hoover lobby. George Fox students will present their research and peace projects in a conversational poster format.

Both events are sponsored by the Faculty Development Committee. Refreshments will be served.

Contact Laurie Fair (lfair@georgefox.edu) for more information.

This is final week of ‘I am afraid’ exhibit in library

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

This week is your last chance to visit Jennifer Lichtenberg’s “I am afraid” art exhibit on display in the Murdock Learning Resource Center.

About the exhibit: During the 2016-17 academic year, the Graduate School of Counseling staff and faculty committed​ ​themselves​ ​to a book group, reading through and processing the work of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ Between the World and Me. In the book, Coates addresses what it means to inhabit an African American body in today’s America.

We hope you’ll stop by!

Friendship House seeking a housemate

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

Are you a George Fox student or grad student looking for a place to live this year? Friendship House Newberg might be the perfect house for you! We’re located just 10 blocks from campus and newly remodeled.

If you have a heart and a vision for friendship and community with other students and the people you live with, Friendship House has the vision of creating community within, and in the greater George Fox and Newberg communities.

At Friendship House, you’ll have your own bedroom with a half bath, as well as a shared master bathroom, newly remodeled kitchen and living room. You’ll also have the opportunity to live life alongside two individuals with developmental disabilities who are engaged in the community and life of Newberg.

The vision of Friendship House is to build relationships, build bridges between individuals with disabilities and the community.

Contact Sondra Strong at 503-201-8321 or fhnewberg@gmail.com to find out more. Hurry in to secure your room!

Employees, if you know of a student who might be interested, please encourage them to inquire with Sondra.

Free classes offered during second annual Health and Wellness Week

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

The School of Physical Therapy is hosting its second annual Health and Wellness Week March 12-17. This event is designed to impact Newberg and surrounding communities through nutrition, exercise and behavioral health classes, a 5K run/walk, and a pool party for kids.

Classes are free and open to the public. The 5K run/walk has an entry fee of $10 for students and $25 for the general public. To learn more or to register for the events, visit georgefox.edu/health.

Questions? Contact Tyler Cuddeford at tcuddeford@georgefox.edu.

Come join in fun of Game Night tonight in the FoxHole

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

The Game Night Club has switched to meeting every Monday between 7 and 8:30 p.m. in the FoxHole! All are welcome to join in on the food and games tonight!

Contact Anna Kennedy (akennedy15@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Early registration for Richard Foster conference ends this week

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

George Fox will serve as host for the final Richard Foster conference: “Empowering Spiritual Transformation in the Local Church: Celebrating 40 Years of Celebration of Discipline.” The event is scheduled for June 10-13. The $40 early registration break expires March 1, and 50 $100 scholarships have been offered to George Fox students, faculty and staff registering before May 1.

You can learn more about the conference here. Contact Paul Anderson (panderso@georgefox.edu) if you have questions.

Free four-week stress management class begins Thursday

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

Learn strategies to manage and overcome your stress and anxiety! Develop the skills to be free from unnecessary worry and fear. Beginning Thursday, March 1, the Health and Counseling Center will host a free stress management class that will meet weekly each Thursday for four weeks. Each session will last from 5 to 6 p.m. and meet in the Health and Counseling Center’s classroom.

Call 503-554-2340 to sign up or if you have questions. Space is limited to 15, so call now! This will be the last chance for this class this year.

IDEA Center looking for summer student worker

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

Are you looking for an on-campus summer position? The IDEA Center is looking for a student worker to work full time from May through August at our front desk.

If interested in learning more about the position, or if you would like to apply, check out our post on Handshake.

If you have questions, please contact Grace Packer at gpacker@georgefox.edu.

Social work majors: Make plans for advising session

Sunday, February 25th, 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.

Academic coaching available at the ARC

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

Looking for help with time management, study strategies, or note taking? Feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Want to get on top of things before midterms and finals?

Come to the Academic Resource Center (ARC) for academic coaching. Academic coaching appointments are weekly meetings with an ARC consultant, who will support you and help you stay accountable with your goals and schoolwork. Meetings might include reviewing syllabi, discussing weekly and semester schedules, or talking through strategies for success. A weekly check-in is a chance to look at the big picture of all that is on your plate – multiple classes, work, relationships and more.

You can schedule these appointments online (arcschedule.georgefox.edu), by email (the_arc@georgefox.edu), by phone (503-554-2327), or in person at the ARC.

Questions? Email Maddie Lowen (mlowen@georgefox.edu).

Libraries seek Student Advisory Group applicants

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

Want to engage with library faculty to thoughtfully provide feedback on the library experience? Want to build your resumé by playing a role in a collaborative group environment? We would love to connect with you! Consider applying for the Libraries Student Advisory Group.

What is the Libraries’ Student Advisory Group?
A group of students who, at library faculty request, will gather to provide input and discuss various issues concerning the libraries – anything from social media use to the design of our instruction programs and website. When the library faculty have questions about the student experience, the advisory group members will be our go-to resource!

Who is eligible?
Students who use the Portland Center Library or Murdock Learning Resource Center are eligible to apply. Meetings will be held in person in Newberg and accessible via Zoom for online/distance student group members.

Apply today at this link!

Contact Sarah Stevenson (sstevenson@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Please take time to complete ASLAN survey today

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

Don’t forget to complete the ASLAN (Annual Spiritual Life Assessment) by today (Monday, Feb. 26). Students who complete it by today will receive one chapel credit. Click on the link below to take the survey.

ASLAN Survey

Questions? Email spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Let your students know: Academic coaching available at the ARC

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

Do you have students who could use help with time management, study strategies, or note taking? Maybe they seem overwhelmed and stressed?

Encourage them to come to the Academic Resource Center (ARC) for academic coaching. Academic coaching appointments are weekly meetings with an ARC consultant, who will support them and help them stay accountable with their goals and schoolwork. Meetings might include reviewing syllabi, discussing weekly and semester schedules, or talking through strategies for success. A weekly check-in is a chance to look at the big picture of all that is on their plate – multiple classes, work, relationships and more.

Students can schedule these appointments online (arcschedule.georgefox.edu), by email (the_arc@georgefox.edu), by phone (503-554-2327), or in person at the ARC.

Questions? Email Maddie Lowen (mlowen@georgefox.edu).

Plan to attend all-employee lunch tomorrow

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

February has flown by, which brings us to another all-employee lunch. Join your colleagues tomorrow (Tuesday) in Canyon Commons 101 and 102. Lunch is only $3 and is served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Encourage students to apply for open SpIL positions

Sunday, February 25th, 2018

Know of students who want to be part of the Spiritual and Intercultural Life offices? Know of any who want to be involved with the amazing things going on over at the IRC (Intercultural Resource Center)?

If so, the SpIL offices are looking for them! We will be accepting applications for a bunch of different positions until March 9, so encourage students to apply at Handshake.

Come swing dance to live music tonight in Wheeler

Saturday, February 24th, 2018

The Coast to Coast swing dance club is hosting our live jazz band in the Wheeler Sports Center tonight (Sunday). There will be snacks, fun and live jazz music provided by our very own George Fox band. Come anytime between 6 and 9 p.m.

We hope to see you all there!

Contact Justin Chang (jchang15@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Join Tuesday’s crash course on finding an internship this summer

Friday, February 23rd, 2018

Do you want an internship this summer? Are you wondering where to start or what it takes? Join Colleen Sump and Kaitlyn Ragan, IDEA Center CAP coaches, for a quick crash course on how to find and land an internship on Tuesday, Feb. 27, from noon to 12:50 p.m. in Hoover 102.

No preparation is needed, and all school years and majors are welcome to attend!

Contact Kaitlyn (kragan@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Feeling stressed? Sign up for free stress management class

Friday, February 23rd, 2018

Learn strategies to manage and overcome your stress and anxiety! Develop the skills to be free from unnecessary worry and fear. Beginning Thursday, March 1, the Health and Counseling Center will host a free stress management class that will meet weekly each Thursday for four weeks. Each session will last from 5 to 6 p.m. and meet in the Health and Counseling Center’s classroom.

Call 503-554-2340 to sign up or if you have questions. Space is limited to 15, so call now! This will be the last chance for this class this year.

Be sure to complete ASLAN survey by Monday

Friday, February 23rd, 2018

Don’t forget to complete the ASLAN (Annual Spiritual Life Assessment) by this Monday, Feb. 26. Students who complete it by Monday will receive one chapel credit. Click on the link below to take the survey.

ASLAN Survey

Questions? Email spirituallife@georgefox.edu.