The Daily Bruin

The School of Physical Therapy invites the university community to hear Dr. Tim Flynn (PT, PhD), distinguished professor at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions, as he lectures on “Turning the Traditional Classroom into a 21st Century Knowledge Exchange.” He will join us from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. today (Wednesday) in Hoover 105.

Synopsis
Let’s face it: Technology is changing the face of education from preschool through graduate school. Physical therapy education is no exception. Despite a body of evidence suggesting that the traditional lecture style instruction is lacking, it remains the predominant mode of information exchange.

In the last decade there has been a move toward the flipped classroom where students watch lectures at home at their pace and communicate with peers and faculty with online discussions. Face-to-face time with the faculty focuses on engaging problem solving and laboratory experiences.

This presentation will discuss how current best evidence lectures are produced and shared as homework assignments outside of class while sacred classroom time is reserved for collaborative work and hands-on learning activities. We will describe mechanisms to ensure learning is occurring and preliminary outcomes using this methodology.

Upon completion, attendees will be able to:

• Define blended learning
• Identify and discuss the six primary blended learning models
• Describe characteristics of successful online learners and teachers
• Describe the flipped classroom model
• Identify key technical components required to successfully implement the flipped classroom model in DPT education
• Examine the benefits, risks and challenges of this model

Dr. Flynn is board-certified in orthopaedic physical therapy, a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists, and a frequent research presenter at state, national and international meetings.

Questions? Contact Holly Kirby at hkirby@georgefox.edu.

Our own Paul Anderson visited the Vatican for a second time last month. At our Intellectual Feast today (Tuesday), Paul will talk about reading his paper at the Ratzinger Symposium on “The Gospels: Historical and Christological Research,” as well as sharing silent worship with Pope Francis, and giving the Pope a copy of his new book on radical discipleship, Following Jesus.

The event is from 4 to 5 p.m. in Hoover 250 (lounge) and is open to the public; refreshments are provided. For more information, contact Paula Hampton at 554-2650.

There will be a place to donate funds toward typhoon survivors and those affected by the typhoon in the Philippines at the university’s Cultural Fair, scheduled from 4 to 6 p.m. today (Tuesday) in the Bruin Den. Come stop by the Filipino cultural booth to learn more about Filipino culture and donate toward afflicted families in the country.

Questions? Contact Trisha Elizarde at telizarde10@georgefox.edu.

Come join us for dinner this week as we travel the world of food, offering cuisine from countries such as Portugal, Ireland, China, Italy, Mexico, Japan, Thailand and the American south. Dinner hours are 4:30 to 7 p.m. every day.

– Bon Appetit

Due to the Veteran’s Day holiday, there will be no outgoing mail today (Monday). Other carriers such as UPS and FedEx are open and will be delivering and picking up packages. Questions? Contact Sherrie Frost at ext. 2556.

Join us tonight (Monday) for the last Liberal Arts and Critical Issues lecture of the semester, as Lucinda Tate and Natasha Beck, representatives of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, speak from 7 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 105. The presentation ties into our theme “State of the World.”

Our guests will speak on “International Women’s Issues” and, specifically, on human trafficking and women’s rights in China. WILPF is the oldest women’s international peace organization.

Questions? Contact Paul Otto at potto@georgefox.edu.

Join us for Cultural Celebration Week events this week!

Here is the daily schedule:

• Monday, Nov. 11, 7 p.m.: World’s Got Talent in Bauman Auditorium
  Come support your students, friends and classmates as they share their cultural talents as part of Cultural Celebration Week.

• Tuesday, Nov. 12, 4-6 p.m.: Cultural Fair in the Bruin Den
  Students share their cultures through food, clothing, displays and more.

• Wednesday, Nov. 13, 10:40-11:30 a.m.: Chapel in Bauman Auditorium
  Parade of Flags opens chapel and Lisa Espineli-Chinn, national director of International Student Ministry of InterVarsity/USA, shares about her cross-cultural journey.

• Thursday, Nov. 14, 7-8:30 p.m.: International Conversation Corner in Hoover 208
  9-10 p.m.: Shalom in the Cap & Gown Room with Randy Woodley

Questions? Contact Alex Pia at ext. 2643 or apia@georgefox.edu.

Join us for the last Liberal Arts and Critical Issues lecture of the semester this Monday, Nov. 11, when Lucinda Tate and Natasha Beck, representatives of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, speak from 7 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 105. The presentation ties into our theme “State of the World.”

Our guests will speak on “International Women’s Issues” and, specifically, on human trafficking and women’s rights in China. WILPF is the oldest women’s international peace organization.

The same session is presented from 4:40 to 5:40 p.m.; however, it is recommended that the general public attend the evening session, if possible.

Questions? Contact Paul Otto at potto@georgefox.edu.

The baseball program is once again hosting its annual oranges sale. Your on-campus contact for ordering oranges from the team is first baseman Derek Dixon (dixond10@georgefox.edu).

A 20-pound box costs $25 ($12 is tax deductible). It will be delivered to your home or office the first week in December.

Join us from 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. today (Friday) in the International Center/Cultural House for International Chapel. This week, Bonnie Steinborn, instructor in the English Language Institute, will share about her greatest block in knowing God. Bonnie has taught for more than 20 years in Russia, Ukraine, Estonia, China and Indonesia.

All are welcome to come, listen, ask questions, and be encouraged.

Bruin Preview is upon us! This is one of our biggest events of the year, and we’re expecting to have 200 students and their families on our campus Thursday and Friday, Nov. 7-8.

As a reminder, please plan on parking somewhere other than the Stevens and Hoover parking lots these two days. This will allow families to park close to the event’s check-in location.

Thank you!

Plan ahead: The university’s women’s basketball team will be hosting a four-team tournament Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 14-16. The gym will be unavailable the following times on these dates.

• Thursday, Nov. 14, 2:30-8:30 p.m. (practices)
• Friday, Nov. 15, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (shoot-around times); 6 p.m. (Linfield vs. Wheaton); 8 p.m. (George Fox vs. Cal Lutheran)
• Saturday, Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to noon (shoot-around times); 4 p.m. (Linfield vs. Cal Lutheran); 6 p.m. (George Fox vs. Wheaton)

George Fox student and employee ID cards are good for admission to all games.

The English as a Second Language department is hosting a “Conversation Corner” for all native English speakers and international students from 7 to 8:30 p.m. tonight (Thursday).

Stop by the Bruin Den and share your culture, develop friendships and have fun. Drop by for even 30 minutes and a snack.

Questions? Contact Bonnie Steinborn at bonniesteinborn@gmail.com.

Can you think of a coworker you are especially thankful for this month – someone who might deserve to be named as November’s Employee of the Month? If someone comes to mind, please submit a nomination via email to Peggy Kilburg by Thursday, Nov. 14, with a summary of this person’s recent contributions and any other information that makes him or her deserving of this award.

The President’s Executive Leadership Team will select a recipient from among the nominees, and as is our custom, the winner will be honored with a citation and a $100 Visa gift card at our community meeting on Thursday, Nov. 21.

Congratulations again to Jason Schwanz on being named October Employee of the Month.

The university community is welcome to an art exhibit opening on Thursday, Nov. 7. Portland artist Alison O’Donoghue will be on hand to speak about her show “Riding Into Tomorrow” that will be up in the Minthorne Gallery through Dec. 5.

Alison will speak at 4:10 p.m. in the Calder Lecture Hall (Lemmons 8), followed by an opening reception from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the gallery.

Questions? Contact Cheri Hampton at champton@georgefox.edu.

Bruin Preview is coming up this week on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 7-8! This is one of our biggest events of the year, and we’re expecting to have 200 students and their families on our campus. It’s going to be a blast!

In order for families to have the best experience possible, please plan on parking somewhere other than the Stevens and Hoover parking lots on Thursday and Friday. This will allow families to park close to the event’s check-in location.

Thank you for helping us make this event a great one!

Too busy to get your flu shot at the Health Center? Well, we’re bringing our supplies and coming to you this year! Please come see us at the ASC offices in the Student Union Building (SUB) on Friday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The cost is $15 (cash or check only), or free if you have the GFU student insurance. No appointment is necessary.

Please call the Health Center at 503-554-2340 if you have questions.

Come join us for lunch this Thursday, Nov. 7, as we unveil our new food cart here on campus! It’s grilled cheese and tomato soup day at “the Bon,” so we will be featuring a steaming cup of our hearty house-made soup along with a variety of different grilled cheese sandwiches, cold beverages and other snack items.

The food cart will be parked outside the library and be open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. At this time, we are unable to accept debit/credit or flex points, so sales will be cash only.

See you there!

– Bon Appetit staff

Need to “de-stress” from the week? Come for a time of creative prayer and worship on Friday, Nov. 8, at 10:40 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium!

– The “SpiL” team

Friday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m. – Women’s soccer vs. Whitman (Austin Sports Complex)
Friday, Nov. 8, 7 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Pacific Lutheran (Wheeler Sports Center/Miller Gym)
Saturday, Nov. 9, 11 a.m. – Women’s soccer vs. Whitworth (Austin Sports Complex)
Saturday, Nov. 9, 1:30 p.m. – Men’s soccer vs. Pacific (Austin Sports Complex)
Saturday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Willamette (Wheeler Sports Center/Miller Gym)

For more information, contact the sports information office at ext. 2926 or visit the George Fox sports website at gfubruins.com.