The Daily Bruin

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

Circuit Riders (a part of YWAM), a group with a passion to see Jesus touch the hearts of students and spread the love of God at colleges and universities nationally, is coming to George Fox as part of their “Carry the Love” outreach. You can read more about it here.

There are 20 people coming and they are in need of housing (only) from Friday, March 30, to Saturday, April 7. They have said they are not looking for anything fancy – just a place to lay their head at night. Food and transportation has already been arranged.

If you can open your home to some of the team, contact Barbi Doran at bdoran@georgefox.edu. Thanks so much for your consideration!

The university’s offices, libraries and Bruin Store will be closed this Friday, March 30, to observe Good Friday.

Hone and expand your instructional practices! Two faculty development workshops will be provided in May.

Participate in one or both …

• Increasing Accessibility of Digital Content for All Students (become an “Accessibility Ambassador” and earn a stipend)
  Monday, May 14, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  Led by Gloria Doherty and Rick Muthiah
• Breakthrough Instructional Strategies for All Students
  Monday, May 14, noon to 5 p.m. and Tuesday, May 15, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  Led by Debbie Berho

Both workshops will be held at the Windrose Conference Center in Newberg (809 W. 1st St.). To learn more and register, visit this link.

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.

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.

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!

Please join us in celebrating Charlie Kamilos’ upcoming retirement next Tuesday, April 3, at the Portland Center Library. Drop in anytime during 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, please 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.