Volunteer for mock interviews

Sunday, March 10th, 2019

Students in GEED 216 invite you to help them with mock interviews in Roberts Center’s Room 117 on Monday, March 18, from noon to 12:50 p.m.

This class is all about finding and landing an internship. Questions will be provided, so no preparation on your part is necessary. This is a great opportunity to help students develop an important professional skill set!

Contact Colleen Sump in the IDEA Center at csump@georgefox.edu if you’re interested.

Swing by our new museum exhibits

Sunday, March 10th, 2019

There is a new museum exhibit in Stevens focusing on our international students over the years. “Global Ties” explores international students and sister schools from the 1950s to today and highlights some of the items in the George Fox University museum collection.

In addition, there is a new online exhibit: “Our History through Our Clothing” (1900-1949) explores some of those associated with Pacific College (the previous name of George Fox) and allows us to display many pieces of historic clothing in our collection. You can find it here.

Follow us on Instagram at gfumuseum and on Facebook. If you have any questions, please contact us at museum@georgefox.edu

Sign up for this year’s Glow Run

Sunday, March 10th, 2019

Grab your friends and sign up for the 2019 Glow Run 5K or one-mile run/walk on Friday, April 5, at 8 p.m.

The cost is $10 for students and $20 for community members; this includes a guarantee of a T-shirt if you sign up by Monday, March 18. Sign up here!

All the proceeds go toward the physical therapy department’s trips to Ghana and Uganda. Questions? Contact Karina Kreider at kkreider17@georgefox.edu.

Spiritual Life is selling chapel hoodies

Sunday, March 10th, 2019

The Office of Spiritual Life is selling hoodies for $25! The hoodies feature the graphic that has been used in chapel for our series on the book of Mark.

Stop by the SpiL house to purchase one or contact Stephanie Lopez at slopez@georgefox.edu for more information.

See economics documentary ‘The Pursuit’ this Wednesday

Sunday, March 10th, 2019

Join the Department of Business and Economics and the American Enterprise Institute this Wednesday, March 13, to screen a new documentary, The Pursuit, at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105. Cookies and beverages will be provided.

Professional-musician-turned-intrepid-economist Arthur Brooks travels around the globe in search of an answer to the question: How can we lift up the world, starting with those at the margins of society?

Arthur’s journey takes him through the chaotic streets of Mumbai, a town in Kentucky left behind by the global economy, a homeless shelter in New York, a street protest in Barcelona, and a Himalayan Buddhist monastery. Along the way, he discovers the secrets not only to material progress for the least fortunate but also true and lasting happiness for all.

For more information about the film, click here. RSVP for the screening here.

Questions? Contact Bailey Timmons at btimmons16@georgefox.edu.

Nominate seniors for C.W. Perry Servant Leadership Award

Sunday, March 10th, 2019

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

In order for your nominee to qualify, this nomination form must be received by Friday, March 22.

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

Only seniors (graduating in May 2019) are eligible for award 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.

If you have any questions, please contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2316.

Swing by the Nursing Expo on Monday

Friday, March 8th, 2019

The School of Nursing and the IDEA Center will be hosting our inaugural Nursing Expo his Monday, March 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

We have about 20 companies hiring for different positions within healthcare. The fair is targeted toward nursing students, but if you are interested in working in healthcare this is a great opportunity to network.

Pre-registration is not required. We hope to see you there!

Questions? Contact Grace Tissell at gtissell@georgefox.edu.

Office for Spiritual Life apologizes for Ash Wednesday miscommunication

Friday, March 8th, 2019

The Office for Spiritual Life would like to express apologies for any inconvenience caused to the employee community for the cancellation of the 10 a.m. Ash Wednesday service on March 6

Due to illness, we were unexpectedly short-staffed, and with three scheduled services we made a day-of decision to cancel our 10 a.m. service. Unfortunately, it has come to our attention that communication may not have reached all attendees prior to the service. We apologize for the miscommunication. 

We wish you a meaningful Lenten season, and invite you to join us for Holy Week services on Tuesday, April 16, at 10:50 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium, on Wednesday, April 17, at 7 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium, and on Thursday, April 18, during the lunch hour (details to follow). Thank you for your grace and understanding. 

Questions? Contact Jamie Noling-Auth at jnolingauth@georgefox.edu.

Stop by Chipotle tonight and support women’s golf team

Friday, March 8th, 2019

Foil your dinner plans and stop by the Chipotle at 21332 S.W. Langer Farms Pkwy, Ste. 118, in Sherwood for our fundraiser tonight (Saturday) from 5 to 9 p.m.

We are raising money to support the university’s women’s golf team, so just mention the fundraiser at checkout and they will donate 33 percent of the proceeds to the cause!

Questions? Contact Tianna Brown at brownt16@georgefox.edu.

See screening of economics documentary ‘The Pursuit’

Friday, March 8th, 2019

Join the Department of Business and Economics and the American Enterprise Institute this Wednesday, March 13, to screen a new documentary, The Pursuit, at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105. Cookies and beverages will be provided.

Professional-musician-turned-intrepid-economist Arthur Brooks travels around the globe in search of an answer to the question: How can we lift up the world, starting with those at the margins of society?

Arthur’s journey takes him through the chaotic streets of Mumbai, a town in Kentucky left behind by the global economy, a homeless shelter in New York, a street protest in Barcelona, and a Himalayan Buddhist monastery. Along the way, he discovers the secrets not only to material progress for the least fortunate but also true and lasting happiness for all.

For more information about the film, click here. RSVP for the screening here.

Questions? Contact Bailey Timmons at btimmons16@georgefox.edu.

Health and Wellness Week is March 11-16

Thursday, March 7th, 2019

The School of Physical Therapy is hosting its third annual Health and Wellness Week March 11-16.

This event is designed to involve Newberg and surrounding communities through nutrition, back care, behavioral health, and exercise classes. The week will end with a fun pool party for kids.

Classes are free and open to the public. Click here to learn more and register for the events.

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

Come to climate change lecture this Monday

Thursday, March 7th, 2019

All are invited to the university’s annual Dalton Lecture at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 11, in Bauman Auditorium.

This year’s lecture, “Two Degrees of Separation: Climate Change and the Pursuit of Truth in a Post-truth World,” will be presented by Richard L. Lindroth, the Vilas Distinguished Achievement professor of ecology and recent associate dean of research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Lindroth’s presentation will explore the fundamental premises of science, how humans engage with facts, and how to improve science communication across ideological, cultural and tribal divisions for the betterment of humanity and the sake of the world.

Following his presentation, a George Fox student research poster session and dessert reception will take place in the Bauman lobby.

Lindroth will also speak in a class in Wood-Mar Auditorium at 3 p.m. on Monday, March 11, presenting a lecture entitled “What Can Chemistry Tell Us about Ecology? Insights into the Ecological and Evolutionary Success of an Iconic Forest Tree Species.” All are welcome to this event as well.

For more on the presentation and the Dalton Lecture Series, visit this link.

Questions? Contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.

Stop by Bruin Bites today for new Torrefazione coffee

Thursday, March 7th, 2019

Bon Appetit is featuring a different brand of coffee in the Bruin Bites cafe.

We are now brewing up Torrefazione Italia. Stop by today (Friday) and receive a 10 percent discount on a cup of this terrific coffee!

Questions? Contact Lisa Miles at lmiles@georgefox.edu.

Gather for dean candidate’s presentation this Wednesday

Thursday, March 7th, 2019

Come meet the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences’ dean candidate, Kelly Flores, in Canyon Commons 102 on Wednesday, March 13, at 2 p.m. Dr. Flores will give a brief presentation on what she sees for the future of the CBHS in the next 10 years, followed by a Q&A session.

Questions? Contact Janelle Freitag at jfreitag@georgefox.edu.

Take your climbing outside with ‘Gym to Crag’ class

Thursday, March 7th, 2019

Are you interested in taking your climbing to the next level by venturing outside? This is the class for you! We will cover a variety of topics, including knots, anchor building, and risks unique to outdoor climbing.

There are three class sessions on March 12, 14 and 19 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The course will conclude with an outdoor excursion on Saturday, April 13.

The course fee is $15 and needs to be paid prior to the first class session. Participants should be experienced climbers and have completed the Hadlock Student Center belay assessment or equivalent. Sign up at imleagues.com.

Contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu or Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Volunteers needed for mock interviews

Thursday, March 7th, 2019

Students in GEED 216 invite you to help them with mock interviews in Roberts Center’s Room 117 on Monday, March 18, from noon to 12:50 p.m.

This class is all about finding and landing an internship. Questions will be provided, so no preparation on your part is necessary. This is a great opportunity to help students develop an important professional skill set!

Contact Colleen Sump in the IDEA Center at csump@georgefox.edu if you’re interested.

Explore the university’s new museum exhibits

Thursday, March 7th, 2019

There is a new museum exhibit in Stevens focusing on our international students over the years. “Global Ties” explores international students and sister schools from the 1950s to today and highlights some of the items in the George Fox University museum collection.

In addition, there is a new online exhibit: “Our History through Our Clothing” (1900-1949) explores some of those associated with Pacific College (the previous name of George Fox) and allows us to display many pieces of historic clothing in our collection. You can find it here.

Follow us on Instagram at gfumuseum and on Facebook. If you have any questions, please contact us at museum@georgefox.edu

Gather for social work celebration this afternoon

Thursday, March 7th, 2019

Help us celebrate National Social Work Month and our BSW program reaffirmation! Come to Meridian Street House today (Friday) from noon to 2 p.m. for dessert, drinks, drawings and prizes. All are invited!

Questions? Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu.

Stop by Chipotle Saturday to support women’s golf team

Thursday, March 7th, 2019

Foil your dinner plans and stop by the Chipotle at 21332 S.W. Langer Farms Pkwy, Ste. 118, in Sherwood, for our fundraiser on Saturday, March 9, from 5 to 9 p.m.

We are hosting this event to support the university’s women’s golf team, so just mention the fundraiser at checkout and they will donate 33 percent of the proceeds to the cause!

Questions? Contact Tianna Brown at brownt16@georgefox.edu.

Learn about future of business and tech from Intel reps this afternoon

Wednesday, March 6th, 2019

Six early- to mid-career professionals from Intel will be on campus today (Thursday) from 1:25 to 2:40 p.m. in Hoover 105 to dive into the future of business and tech.

Students will also find out what employers are looking for in new hires, what the biggest challenges are in the marketplace today, and how students might go about gaining experience. All majors are welcome to attend!

Faculty, please tell your students about this event! Contact Colleen Sump (csump@georgefox.edu) with any questions.