Upcoming Bruin home sports events

Tuesday, March 11th, 2014

Wednesday, March 12, 4:30 p.m. – Softball vs. Lewis & Clark, (Morse Field Complex)
Wednesday, March 12, 5 p.m. – Women’s lacrosse vs. Southwestern TX (Austin Sports Complex)
Friday, March 14, noon – Women’s golf in George Fox Westbrook Invitational (Westbrook Village Golf Course, Peoria, Ariz.)
Saturday, March 15, noon – Women’s golf in George Fox Westbrook Invitational (Westbrook Village Golf Course, Peoria, Ariz.)
Saturday, March 15, noon – Softball vs. Willamette, DH (Morse Field Complex)
Saturday, March 15, 6 p.m. – Women’s lacrosse vs. Puget Sound (Austin Sports Complex)

George Fox is the host for the golf tournament in Arizona, which will feature five Division III top-25 ranked teams. Two Bruins (Charity Arn and Maria Green) are competing in the NCAA Division III Indoor National Championships Friday-Saturday in Lincoln, Neb.

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

Former President Le Shana speaks at auxiliary lunch Friday

Tuesday, March 11th, 2014

The George Fox Auxiliary invites the university community to the latest installment of a series of luncheons featuring the theme “Reflections on Pacific College/GFC/GFU History.” This Friday, March 14, David Le Shana, former president of George Fox, will present “Reflections on the 1969-1982 Presidency” from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Cap and Gown Room.

The cost to attend is $8.50 per person, and reservations must be made by Thursday morning. Reservations can be arranged by contacting Sharon Hubbell at 503-537-2314 or sharonlynnhubbell@gmail.com.

The final installment of the series is scheduled for Friday, May 9, when former longtime employee Barry Hubbell presents “Reflections on the 1980s-1990s: The Ed Stevens Presidency.”

Tickets available for Kenn Willson’s piano concert Thursday

Tuesday, March 11th, 2014

Tickets are still available for Kenn Willson’s piano concert Thursday, March 13, in Bauman Auditorium. Willson, a Bösendorfer Educational Artist and professor of music history and keyboard studies, will present his “Encounters with Beethoven” concert at 7:30 p.m.

Employees and students are entitled to one complimentary ticket each. They can be picked up in the Box Office located in the Pennington House. Additional tickets may be purchased on this page.

Willson will perform German Dance #1, Sonata Op. 31 #3, Sonata Op. 27 #2 (“Moonlight”) and Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (Tune: Ode to Joy).

All invited to hear physical therapist’s presentation Thursday

Tuesday, March 11th, 2014

The School of Physical Therapy invites the university community to hear Dr. Diane Wrisley, PT, PhD, NCS, Thursday, March 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. in Hoover 105. She will be speaking on “Update on BPPV for the Clinician.”

Dr. Wrisley received her BS in physical therapy from the University at Buffalo, a MS from Old Dominion University and a PhD from the University of Pittsburgh. She completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Oregon Health and Science University. She has published numerous articles and presented at national and international conferences on the evaluation and treatment of patients with vestibular and balance dysfunction. Her research interests include the use of sensory information for balance and novel techniques in the evaluation and treatment of vestibular and balance dysfunction.

In preparation for Thursday’s presentation, Dr. Wrisley has reviewed 70 recent articles on Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). Some of the learning objectives for the lecture are:

  • Briefly describe the anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system
  • Briefly describe the pathophysiology of BPPV
  • Describe the evaluation and intervention techniques for BPPV
  • Relate new findings in the evaluation and treatment for BPPV

Hope to see you there.

Questions? Contact Gina Braden at rbraden@georgefox.edu.

Ken Badley presents Spring Faculty lecture tonight

Monday, March 10th, 2014

Make plans to join us for the university’s Spring Faculty Lecture, “Miley Cyrus, the Google Algorithm and the New Epistemology,” presented by Ken Badley from our education department, at 5:30 p.m. tonight (Tuesday), in Hoover 105. There is no charge to attend.

The lecture will be preceded by a Richter Scholars Symposium beginning at 5 p.m. in the Hoover lobby (food will be served). The Richter Scholars program enables undergraduate and graduate students to receive funding for independent research projects conducted with a faculty mentor.

Lecture Description

What connection does Miley Cyrus have to the Google algorithm? Badley argues that cultural trends have changed how we think, what knowledge we value, and how we judge wisdom. Our obsession with celebrities, our immersion in digital technology, and our high-irony combine to leave us wondering what is worthwhile and who will guide our steps.

About Ken Badley

Badley, recipient of the university’s 2013 Faculty Award for Excellence in Research/Scholarship at the graduate level, serves in George Fox’s doctoral program in education. He completed his PhD dissertation at the University of British Columbia by examining what Christian educators mean by the phrase, “the integration of faith and learning.”

His current writing projects include applying architectural theory to curriculum and course design, and gathering a collection of quotations which are all deliberately misattributed to either Jesus, Polonius, Yogi Berra or Groucho Marx.

Interested in joining our community garden?

Monday, March 10th, 2014

Have you always wanted to grow your own organic produce but you don’t know how or don’t have the space? Join our community garden this season!

We work together to grow crops, and each one shares in the harvest. We meet weekly to plant, weed, harvest and eat together, between April and August. You can learn more at an informational meeting scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, March 15, in the Villa Academic Complex.

The garden is open to the first 20 adults who register. The cost is only $15 per adult (no cost for children; scholarships and payment plans are available).

Contact Cherice Bock at cbock@georgefox.edu for more information. You are also invited to visit our Facebook page.

Gender equity discussed by keynote speaker, panel on Wednesday

Monday, March 10th, 2014

Do you ever find yourself frustrated with the lack of gender equity in today’s workplace? So are we! Leading Change: Altering Perceptions, a College of Business-sponsored event, is a chance to engage in this conversation with dynamic leaders.

Please join us Wednesday, March 12, in Hoover 105 on the Newberg campus.

Here is the schedule:

  • 4-4:30: Keynote speaker, Melissa Berndt, AKT Group
  • 4:30-5:30: Panel discussion
  • 5:30-6:30: Networking and hors d’oeuvres

Panel members include Deb Sepich, TMG 3 Consulting; Matt McKenzie, CUI Inc.; Dr. Doreen Dodgen-Magee, PsyD; Jill Nguyen, First Republic Trust Company; Judge Darleen Ortega, Oregon Court of Appeals; and Mandy Huth, Tripwire.

If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to email Morgan Blomstrom at mblomstrom10@georgefox.edu.

All are invited to servant-leadership presentation today

Monday, March 10th, 2014

All are invited to join us for a session, “Women Serving AND Leading: The Role of Presence and Power in Servant Leadership,” from 3:30 to 5 p.m. this afternoon (Tuesday) in EHS 102 on the Newberg campus. Our own MaryKate Morse from the seminary will be presenting.

Women and men in institutional environments can default to traditional roles of men primarily leading and women primarily serving. Jesus led and served, and he invited women and men to do the same.

This presentation by MaryKate explores the unique challenges women face as servant-leaders and suggests ways men and women might support each other on the journey. We hope you can join us! Refreshments will be served. The event is sponsored by the Leadership Development Initiative.

Questions? Email Sarah Baldwin at sbaldwin@georgefox.edu.

Wheeler Sports Center closed over spring break

Monday, March 10th, 2014

Wheeler Sports Center will close at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 21, and reopen on Monday, March 31, at 6 a.m. Colcord Track will be available for use.

Check out 24 1/2-Hour Play Festival this Saturday

Monday, March 10th, 2014

Want to see what happens when you give three playwrights, three directors and a group of actors and crew exactly 24 1/2 hours to create three 10-minute plays ready for performance?

Find out this Saturday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. in Wood-Mar Auditorium. Admission is free; donations are welcome.

If you have questions or comments, please contact Susan Carlson at scarlson10@georgefox.edu.

You can also check out our Facebook page.

Jessica Sokoloff performs senior recital Saturday

Monday, March 10th, 2014

Jessica Sokoloff is giving her Senior Degree Recital on the flute this Saturday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of the BA degree in music performance (flute emphasis). This hour-long program consists of a wide variety of musical genres, from classical to contemporary.

Come enjoy some great music, with a reception to follow in the Bauman lobby.

Coming in May: ‘The Bible and Cinema’ class

Monday, March 10th, 2014

Introducing a new class: Bible and Cinema! With the spring release of Son of God and the upcoming release of Noah, the biblical story continues to be a source of ethical intrigue, repulsion and conviction.

How are we to navigate? Bible 285/485 (3 CREDITS) aims to chart a way through this sea of concerns and find a destination of honest dialogue, delicious snacks and a field trip to the movies! Meets May 5-23 from 9 a.m. to noon each weekday. Questions? Contact Paula Hampton at phampton@georgefox.edu.

See you at the movies!

– Jenny Matheny, instructor

Esther Meek speaks in today’s ‘Intellectual Feast’

Monday, March 10th, 2014

Don’t forget this afternoon’s (Tuesday’s) “Intellectual Feast” with Esther L. Meek, professor of philosophy at Geneva College in Beaver Falls, Pa. Esther is visiting for the university’s Spring Theological Conference.

She will speak at today’s “Feast,” hosted by the College of Christian Studies, at 4 p.m. in Hoover 250. All are welcome to attend.

The theme for the conference is “Loving in Order to Know: A How-to for Knowing and Being.”

Library seeks your feedback with survey

Monday, March 10th, 2014

Please complete the LibQUAL Lite Library Survey. If you have already filled out the survey, thank you! If not, we ask you to take about six minutes to click the link below and help us by taking the survey.

Only you can tell us how well we are serving your library needs, and you can enter to win prizes!

LibQUAL Lite Library Survey

Finance Fact

Monday, March 10th, 2014

The finance team, in partnership with IT, is currently in the design phase of developing a new chart of accounts for the university. The redesign will provide improved reporting capabilities for both our required external financial reporting as well as improved internal reporting.

We are pleased to have finance consultant Chris Payne here to assist us, and we may need your assistance as well. We’ll keep you informed with our progress!

– The Finance Team

Join in community garden work day this Saturday

Monday, March 10th, 2014

Interested in enjoying God’s creation while getting some bonding time outdoors? Come to the community garden work day this Saturday, March 15, from 1 to 3 p.m.

We will work on preparing the garden for summer by cleaning it up and will take time to discuss why creation care is important and how that relates to the community garden. We would love to see you there and build community through service together.

This is an elective chapel opportunity for students, so be sure to let them know.

Questions? Contact Cherice Bock at cbock@georgefox.edu.

All are welcome to servant-leadership presentation tomorrow

Sunday, March 9th, 2014

All are invited to join us for a session, “Women Serving AND Leading: The Role of Presence and Power in Servant Leadership,” from 3:30 to 5 p.m. tomorrow afternoon (Tuesday) in EHS 102 on the Newberg campus. Our own MaryKate Morse from the seminary will be presenting.

Women and men in institutional environments can default to traditional roles of men primarily leading and women primarily serving. Jesus led and served, and he invited women and men to do the same.

This presentation by MaryKate explores the unique challenges women face as servant-leaders and suggests ways men and women might support each other on the journey. We hope you can join us! Refreshments will be served. The event is sponsored by the Leadership Development Initiative.

Questions? Email Sarah Baldwin at sbaldwin@georgefox.edu.

Reminder: College of Business dean candidate speaks this morning

Sunday, March 9th, 2014

This is a reminder that College of Business Dean Candidate Murray MacTavish will speak today (Monday) on the topic, “What is your three- to five-year vision for a College of Business in a Christian university? Considering today’s higher education climate, what are the key success factors that will promote George Fox’s College of Business to not only survive, but to thrive, in the future?”

The presentation will be from 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. in EHS 102 on the Newberg campus. Murray is currently the MBA director and associate professor of leadership and international management at Trinity Western University in British Columbia, Canada.

We welcome your input and participation in this process.

Questions? Contact Jeff VandenHoek at jvandenh@georgefox.edu.

‘Spaces where learners flourish’ presented tonight

Sunday, March 9th, 2014

Join us tonight (Monday) for the Liberal Arts and Critical Issues lecture featuring Elaine Brouwer, director of Alta Vista, an educational organization based in Seattle. She will speak from 7 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 105 on the topic “Spaces Where Learners Flourish,” in which she will explore the sorts of “spaces” that provide particularly favorable environments in which learners can thrive in the present and in the future we cannot see.

Questions? Contact Paul Otto at ext. 2676 or potto@georgefox.edu.

Plant services featured at today’s ‘Let’s Work Together’ lunch

Sunday, March 9th, 2014

The Staff Development Committee cordially invites all staff to attend a wonderful presentation by plant services today (Monday) at noon in the Cap and Gown Room. This is the latest in our series of “Let’s Work Together” lunches.

Come find out the many ways that plant services personnel serve around our campus, and services that they provide. Also learn what you can do to make their jobs easier. A delicious lunch will be served for the low price of just $3, so we hope to see you there!