Please don’t park in Hoover, Stevens lots this afternoon and tomorrow

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

The undergraduate admissions office is welcoming hundreds of students to compete in our fourth Scholarship Competition of the year. Please be considerate of our guests and avoid parking in the Hoover and Stevens parking lots today (after lunch) and tomorrow.

If you have any questions, you may contact Kelly Friesen at kfriesen@georgefox.edu or ext. 2248. Thank you!

Don’t forget pancakes and poetry event Saturday

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

This Saturday, March 18, the William Penn Honors Program student government will host a pancake breakfast! We will be eating at 10 a.m. in Pennington House. BUT, in order to eat you must bring a poem. We will read poetry throughout the event.

Questions? Contact Adrian Moons (amoons15@georgefox.edu).

Be sure to lock car doors, take valuables with you

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

The Newberg-Dundee Police Department has reported an increase in car thefts and break-ins lately. Please be certain to lock your car and to take all of your personal belongings with you. Also, be sure not to leave anything in plain view in the car.

If you see anything suspicious, call Security Services immediately at 503-554-2090.

Mohan Nair discusses impact of artificial intelligence March 22

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

What ethical dilemmas will arise in corporate communities with the emergence of artificial intelligence? The question will be addressed in a special university-hosted lecture presented by Mohan Nair, senior vice president and chief innovation officer at Cambia Health Solutions, on Wednesday, March 22.

Nair’s presentation, “Ethical Dilemmas to Community with Artificial Intelligence: Merging into a World Enabled by Artificial Intelligence,” begins at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105. There is no charge to attend, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

The lecture is being presented by George Fox’s Office of the President and College of Business, and is the first installment of the university’s Reiten Lecture on Leadership Development.

Nair guides Cambia Health’s Innovation Force as it inspires ideas from a variety of sources, selecting execution-focused concepts and starting them on the path to new businesses or concepts. More on his background is available here.

This is the first Reiten lecture, named in honor of Richard G. Reiten, retired chairman and CEO of Northwest Natural. Reiten has served in a number of high-ranking capacities with Northwest Natural from 1996 to the present, including as chairman of the board and CEO, and is a former president of the Portland General Electric Company. Reiten and his wife Jeanie contributed the funds to endow the lecture.

More information on Nair’s visit is available by calling Missy Terry at terrym@georgefox.edu.

All invited to honors lecture with Miles Hollingworth April 6

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

You are invited to come hear William Penn Honors Program special guest speaker Miles Hollingworth on Thursday, April 6, at 7:30 p.m. in Hoover 105.

Hollingworth, PhD, will present “On the True Version of an Event: Saint Augustine of Hippo’s Conversion.” Our guest is an independent philosopher and writer living in Italy who is well-known for his work on Saint Augustine of Hippo. Hollingworth is a past winner of the Jerwood Award for Non-Fiction from the Royal Society of Literature and the Elizabeth Longford Scholarship from the Society of Authors.

The lecture is free and open to the public. Questions regarding the event can be directed to Jocelyn Stein (jstein@georgefox.edu).

Come wish Tiona Cage well at reception tomorrow afternoon

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

All George Fox employees are invited to wish Tiona Cage farewell at a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. tomorrow (Friday) in the International House.

Tiona has served as assistant director for international student and scholar services and as diversity and inclusion specialist for the last two years. She has impacted many on our campus, so please come by to say thank you and goodbye. Light refreshments will be served.

Spots still available for serve trip to Camp Attitude

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

Join a small group of students SpIL will be sending to serve at Camp Attitude, a unique faith-based program geared toward families in the disability community. We will be helping to complete different projects on the campgrounds and maintaining the various facilities for the special-needs kids.

The trip will travel to Foster, Oregon, the week of March 26-31. It will be a great opportunity to serve and grow as an individual.

Contact Kearsten McCoy at kmccoy@georgefox.edu for more details. Faculty, please let your students know about this opportunity.

Get free bike maintenance done this Monday

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

Spring is coming soon, which means it’s time to knock off the rust and get some air in your tires. Bring your bike by the Engineering Innovation Center Maker Hub’s west door (facing the quad) between 5 and 7 p.m. this Monday, March 20, and have the Cycling Club help you get out riding again.

We’re offering free basic maintenance and servicing of your bike! You can also learn some basic maintenance tips yourself and get more information about up coming club rides and events.

Questions? Contact Jesse Micheal Tonkinson (jtonkinson13@georgefox.edu).

Don’t forget to swing by bake sale in Bruin Den tomorrow

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

Craving sweets? Well the team of George Fox students heading to Romania on a SpIL trip in May has got you covered!

Come support the Romania team by stopping by the bake sale that will be happening in the Bruin Den tomorrow (Friday) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Buy a brownie, cookie or cupcake, or drop loose change in the donation jar. Anything helps!

Questions? Contact Cayla Smith (smithc15@georgefox.edu). Thanks for support

Grow and develop your leadership skills through LDI

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

Do you want to grow and develop as a leader? Is growing your leadership presence part of your performance goals or faculty growth plan for 2017-18?

If you answered yes to either of these questions, then you may want to consider applying for the Leadership Development Initiative (LDI). The program welcomes both women and men who are current George Fox employees who desire to grow in their current role or seek to prepare themselves for future leadership roles.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2017-18 cohort and are due by May 1, 2017. For more information and to access the application, please fill out the Leadership Development Initiative Application.

If you have questions, please contact a member of the LDI planning team: Emily Call, Rebecca Hernandez, Susanna Steeg or Missy Terry.

Survey: Wheeler Extended Access

Wednesday, March 15th, 2017

Please take this two-question survey to provide feedback on the issue of extending hours in the Wheeler Fitness Center.

Wheeler Fitness Center Survey

Thanks!
– Joshua McKee (jmckee13@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.

Please be considerate of guests when parking Thursday and Friday

Tuesday, March 14th, 2017

The undergraduate admissions office is getting ready to welcome hundreds of students to compete in our fourth Scholarship Competition of the year. Please be considerate of our guests and avoid parking in the Hoover and Stevens parking lots on Thursday (after lunch) and Friday this week.

If you have any questions, you may contact Kelly Friesen at kfriesen@georgefox.edu or ext. 2248. Thank you!

Make plans to attend Colored White Panel event on Tuesday

Tuesday, March 14th, 2017

Matheteis is partnering with Shalom to bring back the annual event Colored White Panel. In the same spirit as past Matheteis events, we will be discussing the topic of race and how everyone has a role in this conversation and everyone should be involved.

We will be gathering on Tuesday, March 21, at 8:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons 103. Snacks and elective chapel credit will be provided. This event is sponsored by the Intercultural Life office and Shalom.

Questions or concerns? Contact Mikaela Smith at smithm16@georgefox.edu.

Reminder about Title IX policy for university community

Tuesday, March 14th, 2017

We want to remind you that George Fox University is committed to providing a Christ-centered community that fosters a safe living, learning and work setting for students, employees and visitors. A core value of this institution is to maintain a respectful environment for all individuals that is free of the following:

  • Sexual harassment
  • Sexual assault
  • Domestic violence
  • Dating violence
  • Stalking
  • Harassment and discrimination
  • Bias-related incidents and hate crimes

These behaviors and actions are contrary to the mission, values and lifestyle standards of our community. It is our firm belief that engaging in any aspect of this behavior is unacceptable and will not be tolerated by members of the George Fox community.

Should an incident of this nature occur, the person is strongly encouraged to report the incident to university personnel. For further descriptions of these policies, resources for support, and the process for reporting please visit studenthandbook.georgefox.edu.

Support Romania serve team’s bake sale Friday

Tuesday, March 14th, 2017

Craving sweets? Well the team of George Fox students heading to Romania on a SpIL trip in May has got you covered!

Come support the Romania team by stopping by the bake sale that will be happening in the Bruin Den this Friday, March 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Buy a brownie, cookie or cupcake, or drop loose change in the donation jar. Anything helps!

Questions? Contact Cayla Smith (smithc15@georgefox.edu). Thanks for supporting us!

Come to Canyon Commons today for Ted Allen’s farewell reception

Tuesday, March 14th, 2017

President Robin Baker would like to recognize Ted Allen for his valuable contributions to George Fox University by honoring him with a formal farewell.

You are invited to stop by Canyon Commons 101 today (Wednesday) to express your appreciation and give farewell blessings to Ted from 1:30 to ​2:30 p.m.

Join us for Woolman Peacemaking Forum next week

Tuesday, March 14th, 2017

George Fox University’s Center for Peace and Justice invites you to the 2017 John Woolman Peacemaking Forum on Monday and Tuesday, March 20-21. Our theme this year is “Peace: Personal and Global.”

This year, we welcome guest speaker Michelle Loyd-Paige, PhD, a professor of sociology and executive associate to the president for diversity and inclusion at Calvin College.

Here is the schedule:

Monday, March 20, 7-8:30 p.m., EHS 102
Join us as Loyd-Paige speaks about doing kingdom work in “Peacemaking: More Than Good Intentions.” This event is open to the public, and we encourage you to invite friends and family!

Tuesday, March 21, 10:50 a.m. (chapel), Bauman Auditorium
Students and employees are invited to chapel as Loyd-Paige discusses how embracing cultural differences can enrich our worship in “A Bigger Hospitality.”

Tuesday, March 21, 11:30 a.m –1:30 p.m., Canyon Commons 103
After chapel, students are encouraged to stop by the Peacemaking Connections Expo and check out current job and internship opportunities available with various nonprofit peacemaking and service organizations!

We hope you will join us for this exciting two-day event as we focus on putting the work of peace into practice. Refreshments will be provided by the Center for Peace and Justice.

Questions? Contact Laurie Fair (lfair@georgefox.edu).

Catholic Mass meets in the Prayer Chapel tomorrow

Tuesday, March 14th, 2017

Father Iván Pertiné will celebrate Mass in the Prayer Chapel at 11 a.m. tomorrow (Thursday). Attendees are encouraged to stay for a time of conversation and food afterward in the Bruin Den. The Catholic campus group will cover the cost of your meal.

Fr. Iván is director of the Saint John Society, an international apostolate focused on engaging college students and young adults and energizing their faith in Christ.

All are welcome to attend. This is a chapel elective for students. Contact Rob Bohall (rbohall@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Survey: Wheeler Extended Access

Tuesday, March 14th, 2017

Please take this two-question survey to provide feedback on the issue of extending hours in the Wheeler Fitness Center.

Wheeler Fitness Center Survey

Thanks!
– Joshua McKee (jmckee13@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.

Do you have the most up-to-date employee contact info?

Tuesday, March 14th, 2017

Over the past year, Mail Services has made significant changes to employee box numbers. If you are using a list for inter-campus mail that was printed more than three months ago, please update your list.

You can access the updated Employee Extension/Box List here. The list is updated often, so check back regularly for the most up-to-date edition.

Questions? Contact Barbi Doran at bdoran@georgefox.edu.