Archive for April, 2019

Survey: Black Student Union events

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

The Black Student Union is hoping to get a better understanding of engagement with their events and meetings. This survey should take less than two minutes. Thank you for participating!

Questions? Contact Romare Ashford at rashford16@georgfox.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.

See ‘The Amish Project’ performed tomorrow and Friday

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

Come see George Fox Theatre’s production of The Amish Project, showing in Wood-Mar Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday) and Friday!

The Amish Project is a fictional exploration of the Nickel Mines shooting of an Amish schoolhouse in 2006. Community members in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, share their stories and experiences as they struggle to find God in this story of real-life, radical forgiveness.

Tickets are sold at the door for a recommended donation of $7 or pay-what-you-will.

Questions? Contact Hope Bellinger at hbellinger16@georgefox.edu.

Gather for veterans’ breakfast this Monday

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

The Veterans United Association is hosting a pop-up breakfast. We will meet in the FoxHole on Monday, April 22, from 7 to 8:30 a.m. All veterans are welcome to stop by and get a hot meal.

If you think you might be able to stop in, please email Jeff Brown at jbrown15@georgefox.edu so we can get a head count.

Gather for Spanish Senior Gala today

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

Come support our graduating Spanish majors as they present their senior projects at the Spanish Senior Gala today (Wednesday) from 4 to 5 p.m. in Lemmons 13.

Refreshments will be served. Spanish majors and minors are required to attend.

Questions? Contact Angeleen Umfleet at aumfleet@georgefox.edu.

Bon Appetit announces weekend hours of service

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

Canyon Commons will be open this weekend during the following hours:

Thursday, April 18
Dinner: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Good Friday, April 19
Breakfast: 9 to 10 a.m.
Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Dinner: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 20, and Sunday, April 21
Brunch: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Dinner: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Questions? Contact Brett Harvey at bharvey@georgefox.edu.

Become a tutor for fall semester

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

Would you like to help other students learn through one-on-one tutoring? Consider becoming a tutor for the fall 2019 semester!

As an independent tutor, you can help George Fox students, local high school students, and others in the Newberg community while earning a little extra money. Sign up here if you are interested in this opportunity.

For a step-by-step guide to help you get started on the Tutor Matching Service platform, click here.

Questions? Contact Julia James at jjames@georgefox.edu.

Support Crepes for a Cause this morning

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

Come eat some yummy crepes and support a good cause! Swing by outside Klages between 8 a.m. and noon today (Wednesday), where fresh crepes will be available with an array of toppings for only $3.

All proceeds will be donated to Angel Glocking as she goes and serves at Petra Peacebuilders in Spain this summer.

Questions? Contact Maya Burgess at mburgess17@georgefox.edu.

Apply for summer housing before tomorrow

Tuesday, April 16th, 2019

Are you staying in the area over summer and need an affordable place to live? The summer housing application is now live in your MyGFU housing portal!

Whether you are working on campus, have a job off campus, or are completing research, on-campus housing is available to all. The deadline for signing up tomorrow (Thursday). Find out more information here.

Questions? Contact housing@georgefox.edu.

IT is selling used computers

Monday, April 15th, 2019

The IT department is currently selling used computers. We have mid-2011 iMacs for sale at $125 each. We also have HP 9300 Elite All-in-One desktops for sale at $100 each and HP 450 G2 ProBooks for sale at $125 each.

The computers have all been reset to factory settings. The desktop computers come with a power supply, keyboard and mouse, and the laptops come with a power supply.

Please note that these computers are sold as is. We do not provide support or maintenance on these machines or perform updates of any kind, and cannot guarantee the manufacturers will have parts available.

If you would like further information on the specifications of these computers or have any questions, please contact the service desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu.

Information about tuition remission

Monday, April 15th, 2019

Eligible employees may now apply for tuition remission for themselves or spouse as a part time or special (non-degree seeking) student for the 2019-2020 academic year. Click here to apply.

If you have already applied for and received approval for the 2019-20 academic year during our annual enrollment for tuition remission, please do not apply again.

The time to request tuition remission for full-time dependent students has passed. This process is available each year in October during an open enrollment period. However, if you missed this opportunity you may file an exception request, which the university will review and approve on a resource available basis.

Questions about the tuition remission benefit? Visit the tuition remission webpage, email ee@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2180.

Come to ‘Turning of the Page’ event today featuring the ‘Saint John’s Bible’

Monday, April 15th, 2019

All are welcome to attend an interactive “Turning of the Page” event featuring, for the first time, six volumes of the Saint John’s Bible, Heritage Edition. The event is today (Tuesday) from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Murdock Library Special Collections Room.

The event will include an introduction by Paul Anderson, followed by time to explore and view a turning of the page for each volume, focusing on the spiritual and artistic masterpieces within this historic integration of Christianity and culture. For more information, visit our website.

The Heritage Edition is a fine art edition of the original Saint John’s Bible, a modern hand-written and illuminated Bible. Created under the direction of Donald Jackson, these limited editions are being shared in communities around the world.

Questions? Email library@georgefox.edu.

Have brunch with the French Club at La Provence

Monday, April 15th, 2019

The French Club is opening up their yearly brunch to the student body! We will be meeting at La Provence at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 27, to enjoy good food and taste a bit of culture. The meals will be partially subsidized.

RSVP to Libby Kerns at lkerns17@georgefox.edu.

Join Marvel Movie Marathon this weekend

Monday, April 15th, 2019

Want to catch up on any of the Marvel movies before Avengers: Endgame comes out? Come to Hoover 105 anytime this Friday, April 19, or Saturday, April 20, to join a campus-wide Marvel Movie Marathon!

The times for specific movies are located on posters around campus. Snacks are provided. Drop in or drop out at any time.

Contact gfucomicbookclub@gmail.com with any questions.

Discuss chapel with campus pastors at lunch today

Monday, April 15th, 2019

Do you have thoughts about chapel? Would you like to talk with the pastors about ideas you have or experiences you’ve had in chapel this year?

Join us for lunch today (Tuesday) at noon in Canyons Commons to discuss all things chapel. See you there!

Questions? Contact Jamie Johnson at jamiej@georgefox.edu.

Learn web editing at training session on May 13

Monday, April 15th, 2019

A training session for Cascade Server, the system used to edit the university website, will be offered on Monday, May 13, from 2 to 4 p.m.

This basic-level session is tailored for editors who have either not edited the website before or need a refresher on using the software. The session will be held in Stevens 307. Sign up using this form.

Questions? Contact Peter Crackenberg at pcrackenberg@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2138.

Comings and Goings

Monday, April 15th, 2019

McKenna Tillotson (Marketing Communications), Scott Barnett (Admissions) and Jonathan Hall (Campus Public Safety) have left the university.

Movers & Quakers

Monday, April 15th, 2019

Maddy Boylan is transitioning to serve as the coordinator for the Graduate School of Counseling.

John Heitz has joined the Office of Plant Services’ administrative team, serving as an estimator/planner on the office staff.

About Our People

Monday, April 15th, 2019

Guadalupe Garcia McCall’s (English) book, All the Stars Denied, was named as one of the “2019 Best Children’s Books of the Year” in the Fourteen and Up Category by Bank Street College of Education.

Paul Anderson (Christian studies) published a review of The History Channel’s “Life of Jesus” series on The Bible and Interpretation website earlier this month. His piece reviews the episode “Jesus: His Life from the Perspectives of Judas and Pilate (Pt. 3).” He also spoke in Albany for the Linn Genealogical Society on “The Quaker Family Tree, and America as ‘The Holy Experiment’” on April 6.

Jamie Noling-Auth (Spiritual and Intercultural Life) was among 41 administrators in higher education nationwide selected by the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) to participate in the 2019-20 Senior Leadership Academy. Those chosen for the year-long program are leaders in higher education who have been identified by their institutions as having the potential for more senior leadership positions in independent colleges or universities. Jamie will take part in a mentoring program, work with experts, participate in webinars, and engage in a series of readings and case studies during the academic year.

Ed Higgins (English Faculty Emeritus) published a spring celebration poem, “Surge of Green,” in the April 14 edition of the online nature/environment magazine Plum Tree Tavern.

IT is selling used computers

Sunday, April 14th, 2019

The IT department is currently selling used computers. We have mid-2011 iMacs for sale at $125 each. We also have HP 9300 Elite All-in-One desktops for sale at $100 each and HP 450 G2 ProBooks for sale at $125 each.

The computers have all been reset to factory settings. The desktop computers come with a power supply, keyboard and mouse, and the laptops come with a power supply.

Please note that these computers are sold as is. We do not provide support or maintenance on these machines or perform updates of any kind, and cannot guarantee the manufacturers will have parts available.

If you would like further information on the specifications of these computers or have any questions, please contact the service desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu.

Gather for these Holy Week services

Sunday, April 14th, 2019

In remembrance of Holy Week, the Office for Spiritual Life will be offering the following worship gatherings. All are welcome!

Holy Week Chapel
Join us on Tuesday, April 16, from 10:50 to 11:40 a.m. as we remember the events from Palm Sunday to Good Friday. The university choir will be leading us in music worship. 

Shalom
Join us on Tuesday, April 16, at 9 p.m. in Canyon Commons as we discuss the events of Holy Week and their implications for discipleship, wholeness, and the spread of the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus.

Stations of the Cross
On Wednesday, April 17, at 7 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium we offer an opportunity to experience student-created Stations of the Cross and participate in an extended time of worship through music led by our Vespers band.

Maundy Thursday
Join us for an informal celebration on Thursday, April 18, from 12:30 to 1 p.m. in the Bauman Green Room as we worship and take communion together. 

Good Friday and Easter Sunday
Join one of our wonderful area churches for worship and celebration. If you need help finding a place to go, glance at our list of area churches. 

Feel free to contact the university pastors at spirituallife@georgefox.edu to help you find a place to worship or with any questions.