The Daily Bruin

The Bruin Community Pantry is seeking volunteers for the spring 2019 semester. Areas for volunteering include, but are not limited to:

• Food pantry: Staffing the pantry during the hours it is open
• Food drive: Organizer (both on- and off-campus, potentially)
• Leftovers pick-up: Student employee position between 9 and 11 a.m. to pick up food from Bon Appetit

If you are interested in volunteering and would like more information, please contact Jere Witherspoon or attend one of two informational meetings:

• Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 3 p.m. in Stevens 101 (new location)
• Thursday, Jan. 17, at 8 p.m. in the Bruin Den

Refreshments will be provided! Please RSVP by Monday, Jan. 14, at this link.

On the sheet, there are three tabs at the bottom:

• Pantry sign-up
• Volunteer sign-up
• RSVP to meetings

Need more information? Check out the Bruin Community Pantry Facebook page and website.

If you are not able to attend one of these meetings but are interested in volunteering, please contact Jere at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2316.

The Bruin Den is open daily this week from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Our normal hours of operation for all retail cafes will resume on Monday, Jan. 14, when the Bruin Den and Bridge Cafe will be open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the Bruin Bites will operate from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Contact Lisa Miles (lmiles@georgefox.edu) if you have questions.

Faculty are now invited to submit requests for spring semester course reserves at the libraries! Materials are processed in the order received and can take up to five days to complete, so we encourage submitting early and over break if possible!

To place a request, please fill out and submit this reserves form. If you have any questions, contact Patty Vanier at pvanier@georgefox.edu or ext. 2425.

The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is here to help students with writing, study skills, test taking strategies, time management, and more. Here’s what you can do to help your students get off to a strong start:

• In all your syllabi, include the standard ARC description provided by Rick Muthiah
• Talk about the ARC during your classes:
  o Before major papers are due
  o Recommend academic coaching as a way to get support with accountability, time management, study skills, and more
• Consider requiring a visit to the ARC for one of your papers. If you are requiring a visit, please email Julia James (jjames@georgefox.edu) to make sure the ARC schedule and consultants are prepared to meet your students’ needs.

If you have any questions, contact Julia James (jjames@georgefox.edu).

The university’s doctor of physical therapy program is hosting a 50/50 raffle fundraiser to help raise funds for its Africa serve trip this summer. Purchase tickets at our table in the lobby or from students walking through the stands during the first half of the men’s basketball games on Jan. 11 and Jan. 15.

When you purchase a raffle ticket, you’ll be entered into a drawing to win half of the money raised from this event. The winner will be announced at halftime.

The two trips to Uganda and Ghana provide opportunities for students to serve a variety of populations and communities, while providing education to other medical students and professionals through the practice of physical therapy.

Thank you for your support and go Bruins!

Questions? Contact Monica Martinez at martinezm13@georgefox.edu.

Please join us to learn about estate planning on Tuesday, Jan. 22, at noon in Canyon Commons 103. The estate planning workshop will review the five documents everyone should have in place for a tax-efficient and loving estate plan.

Gene Christian, a recognized regional estate planning leader and George Fox alumnus, will present this workshop and be available for those who would like to confidentially discuss their estate plans.

A light lunch of soup and salad will be served, and there is no cost to you for either the workshop or the lunch. Please RSVP to Karlyn Fleming no later than Jan. 15 at kfleming@georgefox.edu or ext. 2115.

Space is limited, so please reserve your place early!

Join the university community in saying farewell to Patrick Kelley, who is leaving George Fox this month after nine years of service to the university. A reception for Patrick is set from 2 to 4 p.m. this Thursday, Jan. 10, at the Portland Center.

Theatre professor Rhett Luedtke will be a special guest speaker at a Legacy League (formerly George Fox Auxiliary) luncheon at noon on Friday, Jan. 18, in Canyon Commons.

Rhett will speak about the school’s commitment to developing “servant storytellers” with students dedicated to integrating faith and artistic excellence, the discernment process of planning the campus theatre season each year, the University Players touring group, and the drama department’s leadership role in the Big Bridge Theatre Consortium.

Rhett is recipient of the 2016 Kennedy Center Gold Medallion for Excellence in Educational Theatre, the 2010 National Directing Fellowship from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, and the 2010 George Fox Undergraduate Teacher of the Year award.

In addition, he is the artistic director for the Big Bridge Theatre Consortium, which has 12 universities across the nation committed to developing new American plays dedicated to interfaith conflict and peace.

Reservations are required, with $10 payable at the door. Reservations, with a deadline of Jan. 16, may be made by calling Connie Magee at 503-927-5011 or Judy Woolsey at 503-538-7314.

The Hadlock Student Center is open this week with modified hours. Between now and Friday, Jan. 11, it will be open from 6 to 8 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 5 to 9 p.m. Come in and enjoy the space while it’s quiet.

If you have any questions, contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu or Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu.

The Bruin Community Pantry is seeking volunteers for the spring 2019 semester. Areas for volunteering include, but are not limited to:

• Food pantry: Staffing the pantry during the hours it is open
• Food drive: Organizer (both on- and off-campus, potentially)
• Leftovers pick-up: Student employee position between 9 and 11 a.m. to pick up food from Bon Appetit

If you are interested in volunteering and would like more information, please contact Jere Witherspoon or attend one of two informational meetings:

• Wednesday, Jan. 16, at 3 p.m. in Stevens 101 (new location)
• Thursday, Jan. 17, at 8 p.m. in the Bruin Den

Refreshments will be provided! Please RSVP by Monday, Jan. 14, at this link.

On the sheet, there are three tabs at the bottom:

• Pantry sign-up
• Volunteer sign-up
• RSVP to meetings

Need more information? Check out the Bruin Community Pantry Facebook page and website.

If you are not able to attend one of these meetings but are interested in volunteering, please contact Jere at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2316.

Join the university community in saying farewell to Patrick Kelley, who is leaving George Fox this month after nine years of service to the university. A reception for Patrick is set from 2 to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 10, at the Portland Center. See you there!

Some individuals have received a notification on their computers that Avast, our current George Fox anti-virus software, will be expiring soon. This is a valid notification. Over the next 30 days, we will be transitioning all George Fox computers to a new anti-virus software application that will replace Avast.

For now, please feel free to ignore the Avast notice as the plan is to let it expire, and we will be in touch with next steps regarding the new software in the coming month.

Thank you,
– IT

The Hadlock Student Center is open with modified hours between now and Friday, Jan. 11. Come in and enjoy the space while it’s quiet. See schedule below.

• Jan. 3-4: 6-8 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 5-9 p.m.
• Jan. 5-6: 2 to 6 p.m.
• Jan. 7-11: 6 to 8 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 5 to 9 p.m.

If you have any questions, contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu or Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu.

The Columbia Sportswear Company has invited George Fox employees to shop at the Columbia Sportswear Employee Store Jan. 4-27.

What You Get Access To

• Employee pricing (typically 40 to 50 percent off regular retail pricing).

Instructions on How to Participate

• This invite is non-transferable, but you can bring your family and friends with you (up to four guests per person, per visit).
• Bring the invite with you to the store reception desk (or show the invite on your mobile phone) for entry and again at checkout.
• Show your George Fox University Employee ID (options listed on invite)

Location and Hours

Columbia Sportswear Employee Store
14100 N.W. Science Park Dr., Portland
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Click this link to download or print the pass.

Please contact Employee Empowerment at 503-554-2180 or ee@georgefox.edu for assistance with these or any of your George Fox benefits.

Some individuals have received a notification on their computers that Avast, our current George Fox anti-virus software, will be expiring soon. This is a valid notification. Over the next 30 days, we will be transitioning all George Fox computers to a new anti-virus software application that will replace Avast.

For now, please feel free to ignore the Avast notice, as the plan is to let it expire, and we will be in touch with next steps regarding the new software in the coming month.

Thank you,
– IT

University Advancement is closed through tomorrow (Tuesday, Jan. 1). As you contemplate any calendar-year-end gifts or engage with others who might be contemplating a year-end gift, please take note of the following dates.

To make a 2018 tax-deductible donation …

• Checks and cash must be postmarked on or before Dec. 31.
• Credit card gifts made at giving.georgefox.edu must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 31.
• Mutual funds, stocks or securities must be received by Dec. 31. Note: Each brokerage firm has a different timeframe to process transactions; please consult with your broker and initiate any transfers well in advance of the end of the year to receive a 2018 tax deduction.

Please double-check your offices and desks to ensure all donations are delivered in a timely manner so as to honor the generosity of our donors. All members of University Advancement will be available to answer calls and emails pertaining to year-end giving, but the office itself will be closed during this time.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

University Advancement is closed through Tuesday, Jan. 1. As you contemplate any calendar-year-end gifts or engage with others who might be contemplating a year-end gift, please take note of the following dates.

To make a 2018 tax-deductible donation …

• Checks and cash must be postmarked on or before Dec. 31.
• Credit card gifts made at giving.georgefox.edu must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 31.
• Mutual funds, stocks or securities must be received by Dec. 31. Note: Each brokerage firm has a different timeframe to process transactions; please consult with your broker and initiate any transfers well in advance of the end of the year to receive a 2018 tax deduction.

Please double-check your offices and desks to ensure all donations are delivered in a timely manner so as to honor the generosity of our donors. All members of University Advancement will be available to answer calls and emails pertaining to year-end giving, but the office itself will be closed during this time.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

FoxTALE will be upgraded during the Christmas break and unavailable for an extended time from tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6 p.m. to Friday, Dec. 28, at 6 a.m. We realize this is longer than usual and apologize for any inconvenience, but hope you will be enjoying the holidays.

We also want to remind you that after the upgrade you will view past course sites (prior to 2016 Fall) on the FoxTALE-Archive site. Institutional Technology will move the oldest course sites in batches over the next few weeks until all course sites previous to 2016 Fall are moved to the Archive. We anticipate this work will be completed by the end of this week.

Questions? Email the tech team at servicedesk@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2569.

– Your Educational Technology Team

Are you looking for a last-minute stocking stuffer? Need an extra water bottle for your workouts in 2019?

Employee Empowerment has a limited supply of our exclusive “Stand Tall” tumblers available for purchase at $20 each (cash or checks made to “George Fox University”).

Stop by Employee Empowerment today! Contact Darby Thiessen at dthiessen@georgefox.edu with any questions.

University Advancement will be closed Monday, Dec. 24, through Tuesday, Jan. 1. As you contemplate any calendar-year-end gifts or engage with others who might be contemplating a year-end gift, please take note of the following dates.

To make a 2018 tax-deductible donation …

• Checks and cash must be postmarked on or before Dec. 31.
• Credit card gifts made at giving.georgefox.edu must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 31.
• Mutual funds, stocks or securities must be received by Dec. 31. Note: Each brokerage firm has a different timeframe to process transactions; please consult with your broker and initiate any transfers well in advance of the end of the year to receive a 2018 tax deduction.

Please double-check your offices and desks to ensure all donations are delivered in a timely manner so as to honor the generosity of our donors. All members of University Advancement will be available to answer calls and emails pertaining to year-end giving, but the office itself will be closed during this time.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!