The Daily Bruin

Don’t forget to drop by the George Fox Auxiliary’s annual holiday bazaar Friday and Saturday, Oct. 26-27. The event will feature more than 30 artisans selling jewelry, art, crafts, plants and food.

The bazaar will be in the Hoover Academic Building and in the Ron Gregory Atrium between Wood-Mar Hall and the Edwards-Holman Science Center on Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free.

For more information, contact Mary Monahan at ext. 2134.

Don’t forget Homecoming and Family Weekend this weekend (Oct. 26-28)! Among the activities planned is a Homecoming Coronation & Variety Show scheduled for Friday, Oct. 26, from 8 to 10 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. This event will feature entertainment from students, alumni and families and will include the presentation and crowning of the homecoming court.

Also planned is a Barbecue Tailgate Party Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. at the Austin Sports Complex, featuring food, games, inflatables and more. Class reunions, faculty lectures, an Auxiliary Bazaar, concerts and theatre’s production of The Servant of Two Masters are also part of the weekend.

Please visit our website at SharingStories.georgefox.edu to see all the events happening on campus throughout the weekend. We would love to have you and your families join us.

Questions? Contact Mary Monahan at mmonahan@georgefox.edu.

– Alumni & Parent Relations

The campus community is invited to the next installment of the “Islam and the West” Liberal Arts and Critical Issues series this Monday, Oct. 29, in Hoover 105.

The session runs from 7 to 8 p.m. and features Mathias Zahniser, a scholar in residence at Greenville College. Zahniser will present “The Challenge of Islam for the Liberal Arts,” in which he will discuss how a Christian liberal arts education should lead to a practice of engagement with Muslims that reveals the path and pattern of following Jesus authentically.

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 ext. 2676 or potto@georgefox.edu.

Your Serve Day coupon expires next Wednesday, Oct. 31. Be sure to take advantage of the fabulous offers from Coffee Cat Coffee House, Polar Bear Yogurt, Jem 100 and Sweetest Thing Cupcakes before they expire. Coupons from Doran Automotive and Domino’s Pizza expire later in the school year.

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

IT announces a new Google Group – TechTips: Hints, Tips and Updates from the George Fox IT department.

The moderator will post updates, hints and tips relevant to George Fox University-supported software, including Microsoft Office; Windows 7; Google Apps; Keynote and Powerpoint; Apple OS; iOS features; and more related to George Fox systems.

Subscribe to this group and receive posts by e-mail. Click on this link to subscribe – TechTips: Hints, Tips and Updates from George Fox IT – or paste this URL – https://groups.google.com/a/georgefox.edu/forum/?hl=en&fromgroups#!forum/techtips – in your web browser and click on the blue “Join Group” button to subscribe. It requires your George Fox sign-in.

We also invite you to submit your tips and questions using our submission form here.

Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend a public lecture with Bob Moore of Bob’s Red Mill products at 11 a.m. today (Wednesday) in Hoover 105 on the Newberg campus.

Bob with his wife, Charlee, opened a one-of-a-kind business in an old mill building near historic Oregon City in 1978 to provide healthy grain products using stone-grinding flour mills. On Feb. 15, 2010, Bob’s 81st birthday, Bob surprised his employees by giving them total ownership of Bob’s Red Mill through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Today, the employee-owned business is located in Milwaukie, Ore., and produces thousands of products for store shelves in 71 countries around the world. Come hear Bob share from his book, People Before Profit, and receive an inspiring story from the man behind this flourishing business.

Musical artist Holly Starr and author/speaker Dan Kimball are our special guests in chapel this morning (Wednesday) at 10:40 a.m. See you in Bauman Auditorium!

On Tuesday, Nov. 13, the university will host a Cultural Fair – and we’d love to give you the opportunity to share your culture at the big event. Tonight (Tuesday), we will host an informational meeting for those who wish to host a table at the fair that showcases their culture. If you are interested, join us at 6:15 p.m. in the International Center/Cultural House.

The Cultural Fair will feature students from Asia, Europe, Africa and other parts of America sharing something about their own culture. You do not need to go to other countries or places to experience a different culture – just come to the Cultural Fair. You will have a chance to enjoy wonderful displays, learn something new, and of course experience delicious food from all over the world!

If you have questions, contact Alex Pia (apia@georgefox.edu) or Dianna McIntyre (dmcintyr@georgefox.edu).

Interested in going to seminary? Ask Roger Nam (Seminary) about your next steps in theological education. What is “Advanced Standing” and do I have it? Where might I apply for a PhD? How do I to choose the seminary best suited for my needs?

Roger will be in the Bruin Den on the Newberg campus this Wednesday, Oct. 24, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. to answer these and other questions you may have.

Questions? Contact Sheila Bartlett at sbartlett@georgefox.edu.

Don’t forget to turn out for tonight’s (Tuesday’s) fall faculty lecture, to be presented by Professor of Art Doug Campbell, in Hoover 105.

The event will begin with a 5 p.m. reception and presentation by Richter Scholar students. Then, at 5:30 p.m., Doug will present “Confessions of a Non-Specialist,” in which he will discuss his studio art, exhibit and writing activities. Doug was named recipient of the Undergraduate Faculty Achievement Award for Research and Scholarship in 2012.

Questions? Contact Kristina Kays at ext. 2762 or kkays@georgefox.edu.

Don’t forget the “Seminary Fair Plus” on the Newberg campus today (Tuesday) in the atrium of the Hoover Academic Building. The event is designed for those interested in pursuing religious or professional higher education.

The fair will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Representatives from a variety of seminaries as well as George Fox graduate programs will be available to connect with prospective students who desire to be equipped for ministry or professional education.

For more information, contact the career services office at 503-554-2330.

It’s election time! Mail Services is an unofficial drop site for all Oregon ballots. Arrangements have been made with the Yamhill County Elections Office for us to offer this service. Out-of-state ballots require postage.

All Oregon ballots:

• Mail Services has a collection box for all Oregon ballots.
• No postage is necessary.
• Be sure your ballot is signed and sealed.
• We collect for any county in Oregon – and no postage is necessary.
• Deadline for this collection site: Tuesday, Nov. 6, at 4:30 p.m.

All out-of-state ballots:

• These must be mailed through the U.S. Mail.
• These do require postage.
• Stop at Mail Services and have a clerk make sure you have enough postage on the ballot. Some are heavier and require extra postage.

If you have questions, please e-mail Linda Sartwell at lsartwel@georgefox.edu.

The university’s Nursing Club needs your help! Please sign up to give blood this Thursday, Oct. 25, between 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. in the Villa Academic Complex. Your donation can help save three lives!

Go to this link to get details and to sign up (sponsor code: GeorgeFox) or e-mail jice09@georgefox.edu or jedel09@georgefox.edu.

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Do you have a cultural talent you would like to share? World’s Got Talent audition sign ups are now available at this link.

The auditions will take place on Thursday, Nov. 1. You will be able to sign up for a time slot. Contact Amber Nelson at nelsona@georgefox.edu with any questions. The event is sponsored by Inclusion and Student Leadership Programs.

The staff conference is tomorrow (Tuesday), and we are looking forward to an exciting day with all support staff! Please complete the registration form, if you haven’t done so already, at this link: Staff Conference Registration. If you neglect to complete the form and choose your “ports of call,” you may end up doing KP duty in the galley!

The “Anchor Deep” conference takes place from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Family Life Church in Newberg. The church is located at 503 St. Paul Highway. See you there tomorrow, mateys!

All are invited to tonight’s (Monday’s) “Islam and the West” Liberal Arts and Critical Issues series in Hoover 105.

The session runs from 7 to 8 p.m. and features Paul Marshall, senior fellow at the Hudson Institute, who will speak on the topic “Blasphemy and Free Speech.” 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 ext. 2676 or potto@georgefox.edu.

Just a reminder that Homecoming and Family Weekend are just around the corner (Oct. 26-28)! We are especially excited about a new event – the Homecoming Coronation & Variety Show scheduled for Friday, Oct. 26, from 8 to 10 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

This event will feature entertainment from students, alumni and families and will include the presentation and crowning of the homecoming court. There is also a Barbecue Tailgate Party scheduled for Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. at the Austin Sports Complex, featuring food, games, inflatables and more.

Please visit our website at SharingStories.georgefox.edu to see all the events happening on campus throughout the weekend. We would love to have you and your families join us.

Questions? Contact Mary Monahan at mmonahan@georgefox.edu.

– Alumni & Parent Relations

On Tuesday, Nov. 13, the university will host a Cultural Fair – and we’d love to give you the opportunity to share your culture at the big event. On Tuesday, Oct. 23, we will host an informational meeting for those who wish to host a table at the fair that showcases their culture. If you are interested, join us at 6:15 p.m. in the International Center/Cultural House.

The Cultural Fair will feature students from Asia, Europe, Africa and other parts of America sharing something about their own culture. You do not need to go to other countries or places to experience a different culture – just come to the Cultural Fair. You will have a chance to enjoy wonderful displays, learn something new, and of course experience delicious food from all over the world!

If you have questions, contact Alex Pia (apia@georgefox.edu) or Dianna McIntyre (dmcintyr@georgefox.edu).

Bon Appetit has set a goal to reach a $3,000 donation for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. One of the many projects we have planned is an opportunity for you to get a jump-start on your holiday preparations while donating to this worthy charity.

Before the holiday season gets too busy, take some time out to join us for an afternoon of everything holiday! The projects will include gift tags, gift bags, gift card holders, a Christmas banner, a Christmas ornament, and gifts to make for friends or co-workers.

Bon Appetit will provide snacks and music to add to the festivities. Bring a friend, sister, daughter or mom. Reservations will close when the 30th person gets their payment to Wendy Meinhardt. Reservations and payment must be made by Saturday, Oct. 27, so there is time to order supplies.

Here are the details:

Date: Sunday, Nov. 11
Location: Cap and Gown Room
Start: 1-5 p.m. (or sooner if you finish all the projects early)
Cost: $20 per person ($15 for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and $5 for supplies). All time and refreshments are being donated by Bon Appetit.

Learn more by contacting Wendy Meinhardt at wmeinhardt@georgefox.edu.

The second faculty “Coffee & Conversation” of the fall is titled “Assigning Students Work: How Much Is Too Much?” Join us this morning (Friday) from 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. in the Executive Dining Room.

“Coffee & Conversation” sessions address “burrs under the saddle” – those persistent, annoying problems and challenges that seem to come with the work but drain an inordinate amount of time and energy. Student complaints about too heavy of a workload may be an issue you struggle with. How do you decide what is fair to expect? Do you expect too much? Not enough? How can you tell?

• Come if you wonder how other faculty approach this question.
• Come if you are looking for tools to gauge workload fairly.
• Come if you have all the answers.
• Come if all you have are questions.
• Come if you just want to have some free coffee and goodies and listen to the discussion.

Questions? Contact Gary Sehorn at gsehorn@georgefox.edu.