Donate your cans and bottles to nursing serve trip team going to Kenya

Monday, April 2nd, 2018

Donate your cans and bottles to the nursing serve team going to Kenya. We are collecting cans and bottles until Saturday, April 7, and will spend that morning doing pick-ups.

Text 503-863-0662 or 253-766-9693 to request a pick-up. Contact Hannah Thom (hthom16@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Thank you!

Plan your fall stationery order now

Monday, April 2nd, 2018

Please plan now for the institution-wide stationery order taken at the end of August. The collective order helps keep costs low – the higher the volume, the lower the cost. Consequently, it is most economical to overestimate needs and store a small surplus.

I will be accepting orders from now through Thursday, Aug. 23, when orders are due.

For order instructions, go to the marketing communications website. Continue to purchase all non-departmental stationery (including “second-sheet letterhead”) through the university’s print services office.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Thank you,
– Danette Newkirk (dnewkirk@georgefox.edu)

Interested in going on Nepal trip? Check out info night tomorrow

Monday, April 2nd, 2018

Warm greetings from the spiritual life trips coordinators! We will be hosting a Nepal trip information night tomorrow (Wednesday) immediately after Vespers in Bauman Auditorium. We invite you to attend. Joining us will be members of last year’s Nepal trip team to share about their experience.

Please visit our website (georgefox.edu/spiltrips) to access the application form.

Blessings,
– SpiL Trip Team (Rusty St. Cyr and Monik Kadarmanto)

Attend ‘Carry The Love’ event tonight

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

George Fox University is hosting a one-night event called Carry The Love tonight (Monday) at 7:30 p.m. in Miller Gymnasium. Circuit Riders, a group from Youth With A Mission (YWAM), will be gathering, equipping and uniting with others for fellowship in Christ, to see Jesus move in the hearts of our George Fox community and to awaken the call inside of us.

Join us in discovering Jesus’ heart for our campus. “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Matthew 18:20

Questions? Contact Barbi Doran (bdoran@georgefox.edu).

Come to Centennial Tower Wednesday for special time to remember Dr. King

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

Wednesday, April 4, marks the 50-year anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspired by the #rally2endracism initiative of the National Council of Churches (rally2endracism.org), a service of commemoration and commitment will be held at the George Fox Centennial Tower from 4:45 to 5:15 p.m. that day.

We invite all community members to attend, even if you have to arrive a few minutes late after the work or school day.

Contact Rick Muthiah (rmuthiah@georgefox.edu) if you have questions.

PT program hosts banquet, auction to raise money for Africa trip

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

This summer, the university’s physical therapy department is taking a medical service trip to Ghana and Uganda to serve a diverse and less privileged community. To help raise money for the trip, we’re hosting a banquet on Saturday, April 7, at 5 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

Tickets are $25 and include dinner and a silent auction. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Warren Ocano at wocano@georgefox.edu or call 510-468-2056. You may also come by the physical therapy department in the Roberts Center and ask for Warren.

School of Social Work hosts ‘Diversity Dialogue’ on Wednesday

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

The School of Social Work presents “Diversity Dialogue: A Conversation on Race” on Wednesday, April 4, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in EHS 102.

Join us to hear from social workers in the field as they share personal stories and their experiences with issues related to race and ethnicity. A Q&A time will be included, and light refreshments will be provided.

NOTE: This event is designed for students currently enrolled in social work courses.

Contact Tiona Cage (tcage@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Public lecture on ‘Christian Hospitality and Immigration’ is this Thursday

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

The William Penn Honors Program invites you to hear theologian and ethicist Matthew Kaemingk present a thought-provoking Christian perspective on the growing debates over Muslim presence in the West. Rejecting both fearful nationalism and romantic multiculturalism, Kaemingk makes the case for a third way — a Christian pluralism that is committed to both the historic Christian faith and the public rights, dignity and freedom of Islam.

The lecture is Thursday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101-103 and is free and open to the public.

Please send any questions to Jocelyn Stein at jstein@georgefox.edu.

Consider helping with mock interviews

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

Would you consider spending 45 minutes to help students practice the art of the interview? The students in GEED 216 have been working toward this all semester and are ready to meet you and sell you on their strengths and skills! Interview questions will be provided, so no prep is necessary.

Email Colleen Sump at csump@georgefox.edu to add your name to the list. The mock interviews will take place on Monday, April 9, at noon in Canyon Commons 101.

All invited to Beth LaForce’s retirement celebration on April 13

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

The university community is invited to attend an open house retirement celebration for education professor Beth LaForce from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, April 13. We will gather in Roberts Center 117.

Beth has helped shape future teachers in the College of Education for more than 30 years. Please join us in wishing her well as she transitions into a well-deserved season of retirement!

Questions and/or RSVPs may be directed to Lizzy Riese at lriese@georgefox.edu.

Get your tickets now for upcoming ‘Our Town’ production

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

Make plans now to attend the theatre department’s production of  the classic Thornton Wilder drama Our Town.

Student tickets are free both Thursdays, April 5 and April 12. Your ticket must be in your own name, and be sure to bring your student ID to the door. Employees are provided with one complimentary ticket for any of the shows.

The show runs in Wood-Mar Auditorium April 5-7 and April 12-14 at 7:30 p.m., and will also include a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, April 15. Reserve your seat online and bring your George Fox ID with you to show at the door. You may also purchase additional tickets online. Tickets are also available for pick-up at the box office in the Bruin Store (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.).

For more information, visit this page. See you at the show!

Volunteers still needed to usher at spring commencement April 28

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

We are still in need of willing volunteers to serve as ushers at spring commencement on Saturday, April 28. Take tickets at the gate, hand out programs, direct graduates’ family and friends to their seats, and help make graduation a special event for all involved.

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 payment! Non-George Fox volunteers will receive a gift card in the same amount.

Please 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!

Be a part of this exciting event. See that special student graduate!

Be aware of road closure on Villa

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

Please be aware that Villa Road will be closed at Haworth from Monday, April 2, through August. To travel to the Austin Sports Complex, please use Meridian Street.

Celebrate Charlie Kamilos’ retirement at open house tomorrow

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

Join us in celebrating Charlie Kamilos’ upcoming retirement tomorrow (Tuesday) at the Portland Center Library. Drop in anytime between 1 and 4 p.m. to wish Charlie well.

In lieu of a formal presentation at the celebration, we are collecting video messages to compile and share with Charlie at a later date. If you feel comfortable, consider uploading a video wishing Charlie well or sharing fond memories! Use this Dropbox link to upload a video from your phone or computer.

For more information, contact Mary Cameron at mcameron@georgefox.edu.

George Fox postcards for sale at Mail Services

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

Starting today (April 2), Mail Services sells George Fox University postcards! Currently, there are four designs from which to choose (and potentially more to come). Each postcard is priced at $0.25 and available at Mail Services. Get yours today!

If you have any questions, contact Richard Silver at rsilver@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2551.

Wish Tom Head well at retirement reception on April 11

Sunday, April 1st, 2018

The College of Business invites the George Fox community to celebrate Tom Head’s outstanding contribution to the university. Tom will retire at the end of the semester after 41 years of exemplary service. Join us on Wednesday, April 11 in Canyon Commons 102 anytime between 3 and 5 p.m.

If you are unable to attend and would like to send Tom a greeting, email him directly at thead@georgefox.edu or send a card in care of Kelly Borror, 414 N. Meridian St. #6252, Newberg, OR 97132.

Attend ‘Carry The Love’ event on Monday

Saturday, March 31st, 2018

George Fox University is hosting a one-night event called Carry The Love tomorrow (Monday) at 7:30 p.m. in Miller Gymnasium. Circuit Riders, a group from Youth With A Mission (YWAM), will be gathering, equipping and uniting with others for fellowship in Christ, to see Jesus move in the hearts of our George Fox community and to awaken the call inside of us.

Join us in discovering Jesus’ heart for our campus. “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Matthew 18:20

Questions? Contact Barbi Doran (bdoran@georgefox.edu).

Be aware of road closure on Villa

Saturday, March 31st, 2018

Please be aware that Villa Road will be closed at Haworth from Monday, April 2, through August. To travel to the Austin Sports Complex, please use Meridian Street.

Consider helping with mock interviews

Wednesday, March 28th, 2018

Would you consider spending 45 minutes to help students practice the art of the interview? The students in GEED 216 have been working toward this all semester and are ready to meet you and sell you on their strengths and skills! Interview questions will be provided, so no prep is necessary.

Email Colleen Sump at csump@georgefox.edu to add your name to the list. The mock interviews will take place on Monday, April 9, at noon in Canyon Commons 101.

Today is RSVP deadline for free estate planning workshop

Wednesday, March 28th, 2018

University Advancement is pleased to offer an estate planning workshop on Thursday, April 5, at noon in Roberts Center 117. A light lunch of soup and salad will be served.

Gene Christian, a George Fox alumnus and the university’s planned giving director, will present the tools and techniques necessary to develop a loving, tax-efficient estate distribution plan. If you need further direction with your estate plan, Gene will be available after the workshop to set up individual meetings.

There is no cost to you for either the lunch workshop or the individual meeting with Gene. Please join us to learn about estate planning and your options to care for those you love with your financial resources. Please RSVP by today (Thursday) to Karlyn Fleming at kfleming@georgefox.edu or ext. 2115.