You’ve only got a few chances left to see Bruin athletes at home this fall. This week’s home athletic events are:
Visit athletics.georgefox.edu for more information.
Come out tonight (Thursday) to hear Keith Lango, an icon in the world of animation. He’s currently an animator at Valve, a leading developer of one of the most innovative games of the decade, Portal. He has also been an animator at Blur Studio, Big Idea Productions and VFX Studios, animating movies and 3D games such as Disney’s “Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas,” “Portal 2,” “Team Fortress 2” and several VeggieTales episodes.
Join us in Canyon Commons at 7 p.m. Come hear this Seattle creative talk about his life as an animator, director and artist for over 22 years, and hear how he’s expanding beyond animation into story, films, ideas and faith.
Contact Colleen Sump (csump@georgefox.edu) for more information.
The Houses and Apartments West neighborhood on campus is hosting trick-or-treating from 6 to 7 p.m. on Halloween, Oct. 31! This is open to all students, faculty and staff.
This is a family-friendly environment, so bring those cute kiddos! Costumes are encouraged for all ages. There will also be a carved pumpkin contest happening at Hoskins House, so stop by and cast your vote for the best pumpkin.
Contact Abby Baker (abaker14@georgefox.edu) for more information.
A George Fox alumnus invites the university community to join in the Great Turkey Fumble 5K/1K run this year on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 23. This event is a benefit for Newberg FISH. Last year, the event raised more than $1,900 and 250 pounds of nonperishable food for Newberg FISH.
Here are the details …
Volunteers are also needed. If you are interested in volunteering, or wish to learn more, contact Brad Mordhurst at brady.mordhorst@gmail.com.
The undergraduate admissions office is welcoming hundreds of students to campus Thursday and Friday, Oct. 26-27. Please be courteous to our guests by avoiding the Stevens and Hoover parking lots on Thursday afternoon and all day Friday.
As an additional option beyond street parking, staff and faculty are welcome to utilize the 99W parking lot on both days. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Kelly Friesen at ext. 2248 or kfriesen@georgefox.edu.
Thank you!
Tonight (Thursday) is the next meeting of the monthly event series Koinonia, a gathering at which we learn about and celebrate the many cultures represented in our student body. This month we will gather for rich discussions, delicious food and awesome activities in partnership with the Latino Heritage Club!
The LHC strives to support the George Fox Latino community and create space for the university to experience Latino food, art, dances and traditions. The club works toward emphasizing the importance of higher education for the Latino community.
Please join us for Koinonia in Canyon Commons 103 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Together, we can bring the culture and learn the culture!
Contact Kevin Tshilombo (ktshilombo16@georgefox.edu) for more information.
Need a Halloween treat? Gather your colleagues together for an all-employee lunch on Tuesday, Oct. 31. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. in Canyon Commons for only $3. It’s no trick, we promise!
Due to popular demand, the Health and Counseling Center has added a second stress management class. Learn strategies to manage and overcome your stress and anxiety! Develop the skills to be free from unnecessary worry and fear. Classes meet at 5 p.m. on Nov. 2, Nov. 9 and Nov. 16.
Space is limited to the first 15, so call 503.554.2340 to register.
Did you miss Tuesday’s all-employee meeting? An all-community drive has been created to allow you access to the presentation slides. Check it out here.
Have you recently planned an event, or are you planning one now? If so, please take a few minutes to fill out our short survey. Our Marketing 260 (with Laurie Koehler) project team is putting together a marketing plan for our teammate’s small business. Your response will aid us greatly in our search on how to best fill the needs of event planners.
Respondents may be entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card! Fill out the whole survey with your best answers, provide your email address and you will automatically be entered to win! Act now, because the drawing is only available to those who fill out the survey by this Sunday, Oct. 29. We will contact the winner in the first week of November.
If you have any questions, please contact Julianne Robinson at jrobinson16@georgefox.edu.
Event Planning/Audio Services Survey
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.
Family Weekend is nearly here! The Office of Parent Relations is welcoming families of current undergraduate students back to campus this weekend. We are expecting a great crowd, and thank you all for your support as we remind our guests of our Be Known promise.
Family Weekend starts at noon on Friday, Oct. 27, and finishes with the matinee performance of A Midsummer Nights Dream and soccer games on Sunday, Oct. 29. To see a full schedule of events, please visit this link. If you have additional questions, please contact Megan Fisher at 503-899-9608.
Come hear about Team Drives, a new feature of Google Drive and a great tool for accessing and storing files that are shared among a group, such as a department or committee. They are quick and easy to create.
Learn when and why you would want to use them at a special staff lunch on Wednesday, Nov. 1, from noon to 1 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101. Please RSVP to Peg Hutton at phutton@georgefox.edu by Wednesday, Nov. 1.
How do you feel about on-campus activities? Do you feel lost or confused on what is even going on on campus? Would you like to see a more central source of news on campus? Tell us about what you think in this exciting survey!
Thank you for your feedback!
– Patrick James Fredrick I (pfrederick14@george.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.
Do you own a reusable bottle? Fill out our Marketing 260 survey so we can better understand what you’re looking for in your go-to bottle!
Thanks for your feedback!
– Kelli Craft (kcraft17@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.
Family Weekend is nearly here! The Office of Parent Relations is welcoming families of current undergraduate students back to campus this weekend. We are expecting a great crowd, and thank you all for your support as we remind our guests of our Be Known promise.
Family Weekend starts at noon on Friday, Oct. 27, and finishes with the matinee performance of A Midsummer Nights Dream and soccer games on Sunday, Oct. 29. To see a full schedule of events, please visit this link. If you have additional questions, please contact Megan Fisher at 503-899-9608.
All are welcome to the next International Business Institute informational meeting, scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m. today (Wednesday) in Hoover 102.
The International Business Institute is designed specifically with business in mind for a unique study abroad experience. The program incorporates the international dimensions of business and culture by integrating academic study with international field experience. The program is 10 weeks in length and includes periods of residence in key locations as well as coordinated visits and presentations in the major political and economic centers of Russia, The European Union, India and China.
Though the meeting begins at 4 p.m., stop by anytime during the session to learn about these exciting opportunities that build skills and competency in global business and cultural awareness, a critical need for today’s business careers.
Contact Annette Nemetz (anemetz@georgefox.edu) for more information.
Come show your support for George Fox’s physical therapy program by grabbing some dinner at Sandwich Express in Newberg (next to Fred Meyer, at 901 Brutscher St., #B) on Thursday, Nov. 2. Proceeds will go toward our medical service trip to Ghana and Uganda next summer. Drop by Sandwich Express between 3 and 7:30 p.m. to participate.
Questions? Contact Nick Gammie (ngammie16@georgefox.edu).
Family Weekend and our next football game are right around the corner, so please take note of the important information below. Kickoff against Lewis & Clark is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28. The weather forecast is calling for warm temperatures and sunny skies; bring your family and enjoy one of the last beautiful days before winter!
Bauman Parking Lot
Be sure to move your cars out of the Bauman parking lot and the tennis court parking lot on Friday evening. This space will be dedicated to football fan parking, activities and vendors on Saturday.
Entrances to the football game
There will be two entrances into the game and both are located in the Bauman parking lot, directly behind the stadium.
Wheeler Sports Center closed
The Wheeler Sports Center will be closed from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This means the basketball gym, racquetball courts and locker rooms will be closed. The Fitness Center will remain open for normal business hours, but you will need to enter through the hallway entrance located on the field level, toward the end of the building near the tennis courts. There will be security officers who will ask you where you are headed; just let them know that you are going to work out.
Bauman Walkway
The sidewalk located between the football stadium and Bauman will be closed. Please walk around the building and do not move the barricade.
Circle Parking Lot
The circle parking lot near Wheeler will be closed for the day. This space is reserved for officials to park in. Officials will arrive as early as 10 a.m.
Sideline Passes
No one will be granted field access without a sideline pass. Sideline passes are issued to those who are required to work and/or have official business during the game.
Tickets
Students and staff can show their ID cards at the gate to get into the game free of charge. If you’d like to bring your family along to the game, you can purchase your tickets at the gate or in advance online at this link.
The undergraduate admissions office is getting ready to welcome hundreds of students to campus Thursday and Friday, Oct. 26-27. Please be courteous to our guests by avoiding the Stevens and Hoover parking lots on Thursday afternoon and all day Friday.
As an additional option beyond street parking, staff and faculty are welcome to utilize the 99W parking lot on both days. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Kelly Friesen at ext. 2248 or kfriesen@georgefox.edu.
Thank you!
Tomorrow (Thursday) is the next meeting of the monthly event series Koinonia, a gathering at which we learn about and celebrate the many cultures represented in our student body. This month we will gather for rich discussions, delicious food and awesome activities in partnership with the Latino Heritage Club!
The LHC strives to support the George Fox Latino community and create space for the university to experience Latino food, art, dances and traditions. The club works toward emphasizing the importance of higher education for the Latino community.
Please join us for Koinonia in Canyon Commons 103 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Together, we can bring the culture and learn the culture!
Contact Kevin Tshilombo (ktshilombo16@georgefox.edu) for more information.
