Archive for November, 2019
Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
Positive psychology students are hosting a pilot study to assess if art therapy sessions increase well-being in college students. A welcoming space will be provided for you and your friends to reflect on the best things in life and create your own art.
You are invited to join us tonight (Thursday) at 6 p.m. in Stevens 101. Please let us know you’re coming.
Questions? Contact Leann Barnes at lbarnes18@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
Following is information on Thanksgiving deadlines for Accounts Payable. For check requests received by the finance department by 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, the check will be ready on Wednesday, Nov. 27.
For check requests received between Monday, Nov. 25, and Wednesday, Nov. 27, the check will be ready on Friday, Dec. 6.
Questions? Contact Accounts Payable at accountspayable@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
Is there someone at George Fox who has made a difference in your college experience? Someone who ignited a spark that made you want to learn more than you thought you could, someone who walked alongside you during a difficult season, or a person who has been a mentor?
Take a moment to write an email, e-card, or traditional thank you card to that professor, RA, tutor, supervisor, or other influential person. Try to be specific as you describe how this person has contributed to your life. Stop by the ARC in the library to pick up a free blank card, or create and send your own!
Questions? Contact Julia James at jjames@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
A group of students is looking for one male actor to act in one scene of a short film on the morning of Sunday, Nov. 24. This is a non-speaking part. Contact Kayla Caldeira at kcaldeira16@georgefox.edu for more details if you are interested.
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
Are you open to hearing about what it’s like to live and study in the Middle East? Come hear from one of George Fox’s own as she shares about her experience and displays photos from her time in places such as Cairo, Amman, Wadi Rum, Marrakech, and Jerusalem.
From those who are thinking about studying abroad to those who simply want to learn more about what it was like to live overseas, all ages and walks of life are invited to this event tonight (Thursday) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Stevens Center atrium.
Questions? Contact Lynn Scott at lscott@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
Spiritual Life and International Student Services invite you to International Chapel tonight (Thursday) at 5:30 p.m. in the IRC.
We will enjoy an early Thanksgiving meal while hearing about gratitude from several of our wonderful international students. All are welcome to join, and chapel credit is available.
Questions? Contact Jamie Johnson at jamiej@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
The Crescent, George Fox’s campus paper, wants to know which streaming services students use and why. Please fill out this quick five-minute survey and help us get a look at students’ viewing habits!
Questions? Contact Michael Nellis at mnellis17@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.
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
A student is conducting a study on the interaction between students who actively hold a job or position on campus and the general student body, and their opinions on the functionality of the “Be Known†promise in their lives.
Please consider filling out this survey. Your participation is greatly appreciated! Questions? Contact Janelle Winn at jwinn17@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.
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
A doctor of ministry student is conducting a research survey on a potentially mixed culture between humans and humanoid-AI robots (human-AI culture).
This survey is fun to join because there is no right or wrong answer and it only takes two minutes to fill out. Your imagination will not only be helpful for this research, but will also take you on an adventure into the new world of humanity blended with AI technology and cyborgs in the next few decades.
If you have any questions, contact Hoa Huu Nguyen at hnguyen07@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.
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
Feeling overwhelmed, tired, or just in need of a good break? Wondering how to maintain resilience in the midst of life’s challenges?
Join us at Fox at the Fireside tonight (Thursday) from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Murdock Library as George Fox nursing faculty share their perspectives on living resiliently and well!
For more information, click here. Questions? Contact Sarah Stevenson at sstevenson@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2019
Join the Students for Life Club for a panel discussion on the Christian philosophy of the body and its implications for pro-life issues tonight (Thursday) from 7 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 105.
Two George Fox professors, Abigail Favale and Marcia Bogert, and Sean Flannery, pastor at Church of the Vine, will be the panelists. The discussion will focus on questions such as, “Should we as Christians consider the body as inherently valuable? If so, what does this mean for the morality of abortion?”
Snacks will be provided. See you there!
Questions? Contact Joanna Gunther at jgunther17@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
Due to the Christmas break holiday, we will have fewer days to process the December payroll. Please have all payroll items (check requests, contracts, temporary employee time sheets, etc.) turned in to HR by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10.
Regular employee time sheets and student time sheets can be locked at the end of the month as usual.
Student payday: Dec. 13
Regular employee payday: Dec. 20
Questions? Contact Belinda Creighton (bcreighton@georgefox.edu).
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
Fill out a short survey about your experience at Fox for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card!
The marketing communications team is looking for potential stories to feature in social media, on the website, in admissions materials, and upcoming Spotify ads.
The drawing will be Wednesday, Nov. 27, but it is never too late to share your story! Questions? Contact Vanessa Spier at vspier@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
Bonjour, George Fox students!
Join the French Club for a day of baking this Saturday, Nov. 23! We’ll be making les tartes aux pommes (French apple pies), and enjoying French snacks and a French movie (with English subtitles).
Join us in the Sutton basement kitchen from 1 to 4 p.m. for a fun French kickoff to the Thanksgiving holiday!
Questions? Contact Megan Theriau at mtheriau17@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
Stop by the Wheeler Sports Center between 5 and 9:30 p.m. this Friday, Nov. 22, to browse through a selection of old uniforms, practice gear, used equipment, and random hats and apparel that are up for purchase from the athletic department.
Each year, student-athletes host a “12 Days of Christmas” event to raise money to adopt three to five local families that they purchase gifts for on the 12 days leading up to Christmas. All proceeds from this sale are used for this event. Please come help bless local families this Christmas!
Questions? Contact Mindy Mickelson (mmickelson@georgefox.edu).
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
Come to Hadlock Student Center tomorrow (Thursday) at 5 p.m. for the tipoff of the Blazers watch party!
There will be pizza, grilled cheese sandwiches, drinks, games, a photo booth, and raffle prizes. The first 40 people through the doors get a free Rip City sticker.
Follow @Blazeru_gfu on Instagram for more information or contact your college representative, Paige Vedra, at pvedra16@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
Bon Appetit is serving up a delicious Thanksgiving dinner tonight (Wednesday) in Canyon Commons. Join us between 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. for turkey, ham, traditional sides, desserts, and hot spiced cider.
The meal is free for students on the meal plan. For others, the cash price at the door is $11.05 for adults, $9.05 for children ages 3 to 9, and free for children 2 and under.
We’ll also be enjoying the George Fox Jazz Band performing between 5:30 and 7 p.m. See you there!
Contact Lisa Miles (lmiles@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
The Bon Appetit subcommittee of Student Government is working with Canyon Commons staff to improve students’ dining experience. Help us out by sharing your opinions with us and taking this quick survey!
Questions? Contact Kevin Tshilombo at ktshilombo16@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
We are still in need of several volunteers to serve as ushers at midyear commencement on Saturday, Dec. 14. Come help us greet our guests, hand out programs, direct graduates’ family and friends to their seats, and make graduation a special event for everyone!
All George Fox employees who participate as ushers will have the option to receive $50 through payroll or take three hours off in lieu of this gift. Non-George Fox volunteers will receive a gift card of the same amount.
Contact Laurie Fair at ext. 2140 or lfair@georgefox.edu if you would like to volunteer to serve our seniors and their families on this memorable day.
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2019
Feeling overwhelmed, tired, or just in need of a good break? Wondering how to maintain resilience in the midst of life’s challenges?
Join us at Fox at the Fireside tomorrow (Thursday) from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Murdock Library as George Fox nursing faculty share their perspectives on living resiliently and well!
For more information, click here. Questions? Contact Sarah Stevenson at sstevenson@georgefox.edu.
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