Final performances of ‘Enchanted April’ run this week

Tuesday, April 16th, 2013

This is the final week our theatre department is presenting the spring romantic comedy Enchanted April. The show runs Thursday through Sunday, April 18-21, in Wood-Mar Auditorium. All performances begin at 7:30 p.m. with the exception of Sunday’s 2 p.m. matinee.

To purchase tickets online and read a play synopsis, visit theatre.georgefox.edu. Tickets may also be purchased by calling 503-554-3844.

All George Fox students may receive a complimentary ticket for Thursday’s performance. All faculty and staff are entitled to one complimentary ticket for any show of the run. Tickets are available for pick-up in the Box Office located in the Pennington House. Box Office hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Online tickets can be purchased at any time.

Tickets still available for Fox Film Festival this weekend

Monday, April 15th, 2013

Be sure to get your tickets to the Friday screening at the Cameo Theater in Newberg this week. Tickets are $4 for one or $6 for two and can be purchased at the university’s box office, from one of the Film Festival Committee members (Carissa Gobble, Molly Norton, Sandra Conlon), or at the door on Friday at the Cameo. Doors open at 4 p.m. on Friday.

Saturday is our free award ceremony hosted by alumnus Tyler Robertson and current student Onjalai Flake! The red-carpet show hosted by Robby Larson and Valerie Rogers is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. while the student filmmakers and local judges arrive to the event and take red-carpet photos.

The award ceremony follows from 6:30 to 9 p.m., where 17 awards will be presented and a few more films premiered.

All are invited to join as we celebrate the 15th anniversary of the the Fox Film Festival, an entirely student-run and promoted event.

For more information, please e-mail filmfestival@georgefox.edu.

Three students present scientific research this Friday

Monday, April 15th, 2013

Join us for a Department of Biology and Chemistry Senior Research Symposium on Friday, April 19, at 4:30 p.m. in EHS 102. Three senior student researchers will share the results of their research conducted here at George Fox. The presenters are Carissa Burch, Deborah Champagne and Andrew Launder. Come learn more science, get inspired and support your peers!

Questions? Contact Jane Sweet (jsweet@georgefox.edu)

Interested in getting into medical school?

Monday, April 15th, 2013

Interested in getting into medical school? Austin Park, a senior chemistry student who has been accepted and is attending medical school next year, will share his experience on how to get into medical school and the application process.

Join us Wednesday, April 17, at 6 p.m. in EHS 102. If you have any questions, contact Paul Chamberlain or Jane Sweet.

Hank Helsabeck speaks in chapel Wednesday

Monday, April 15th, 2013

Join us for chapel this Wednesday, April 17, at 10:40 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium for our Last Lecture Series featuring Hank Helsabeck, dean of School of Arts and Sciences.

Bestseller author on marketing strategy speaks on campus Thursday

Monday, April 15th, 2013

The Business and Economics Department invites the campus community to hear from Ekaterina Walker, author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Think Like Zuck: The Five Business Secrets of Facebook’s Improbably Brilliant CEO Mark Zuckerberg, from 9:05 to 10:20 a.m. Thursday, April 18, in Lemmons 8.

Walter will discuss the marketing strategy of Mark Zuckerberg and Facebook and the “Five Business Secrets.” She is a social media strategist and innovator at Intel and a sought-after speaker and regular contributor to leading-edge publications such as Fast Company and Huffington Post.

In 2012, Walter was named among “25 Women Who Rock Social Media.” She sits on the board of directors of the Word of Mouth Marketing Association (WOMMA) and is an active member of the Thunderbird Global Council at Thunderbird School of Global Management. More about her is available at ekaterinawalter.com.

A talk-back and book-signing session will follow in Lemmons 12. Her book will be available for $15 (cash only).

Questions? Contact Kelly Borror at kborror@georgefox.edu.

Financial literacy presentation is Wednesday in Hoover 105

Monday, April 15th, 2013

During the fall of 2012, George Fox students were surveyed to measure their financial literacy. Results from our analysis suggest that while a number of factors determine financial literacy, the strongest predictor is the respondent’s race. We believe that George Fox could greatly improve students’ ability to manage their finances through targeted educational programs.

On Wednesday, April 17, we invite you to join us as we discuss our findings from 10:30 to 11:40 a.m. in Hoover 105. Taking part in the presentation will be Nate Peach from our School of Business and Drew Van der Werff, a senior finance student.

The presentation, titled “Enrolled to Succeed or Ignored to Fail?,” will be based on the article “Determinants of the Financial Literacy of Undergraduate Students: A Survey-Based Analysis” by Peach, Ryan Halley and Van der Werff.

Questions? Contact Kelly Borror at kborror@georgefox.edu.

Don’t forget Wednesday’s showing of ‘The Island President’

Monday, April 15th, 2013

The Center for Peace and Justice, the Creation Care Committee and the Center for Global Studies invite the campus community to a showing of the film The Island President tomorrow (Wednesday) at 4 p.m. in Lemmons 8.

The Island President links the struggle for democracy and human rights with the fight to stabilize the climate. Join us as we participate with more than 100 colleges across the country for a nationwide screening of this powerful film and a discussion with the film’s director following.

Questions? Contact Tyler Amy at tamy@georgefox.edu.

Don’t forget to apply for summer housing!

Monday, April 15th, 2013

If you are interested in May Term or summer housing, please submit an application to the Student Life office by Friday, April 26. To be considered for on-campus housing during this time, students need to meet one of the following criteria:

  • Enrolled in May Term classes
  • Working full time (40 hours per week) for the university as a summer employee
  • Participating in research as a summer research scholar

Please refer to the 2013 Summer/May Term Housing Application for additional details. These are available online or in the student life office.

If you have questions, please stop by or call the student life office (ext. 2310) or e-mail housing@georgefox.edu.

Last Chinese language class of semester is tonight

Monday, April 15th, 2013

We are hosting our last Chinese class tonight (Tuesday) in the International House. As usual, class goes from 6:30 to 8 p.m. During the first half hour we will review what we learned last time (bringing notes form last time will be appreciated). We will cover new material in the following hour (7-8 p.m.)

Looking forward to seeing you.

Yali (yhe11@georgefox.edu)

Golden Ticket Drawing for Fox Film Festival in Bruin Grounds

Sunday, April 14th, 2013

In honor of the upcoming Fox Film Festival event this Friday and Saturday (April 19 and 20), Bruin Grounds has teamed up with them to create the $1 Red Carpet (velvet) milkshake, available exclusively THIS WEEK ONLY.

Anyone who purchases this tasty treat will have their names entered into a drawing for a Golden Ticket to the Cameo event happening Friday (doors open at 4 p.m.).
Five tickets are available to win.  Bruin Grounds is open daily from 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.  Treat yourself today!

LACI students’ research on display this afternoon

Sunday, April 14th, 2013

Don’t forget to check out our students’ work in the Liberal Arts and Critical Issues course at today’s (Monday’s) research exhibit set up in both the EHS and Hoover atriums between noon and 4 p.m.

LACI students will present the findings of their research on problems or challenges facing the nation today and offer solutions drawn from an integration of their liberal arts background, disciplinary training and Christian perspective. The LACI theme this spring was “State of the Union.”

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

Summer Serve car wash fundraiser is this Saturday

Sunday, April 14th, 2013

Help send us to Romania! Come to Wendy’s (3400 Portland Road) on Saturday, April 20, to get your car washed and donate to the 2013 Romania/Moldova Summer Serve team.

We will be there from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., so grab a bite and let us wash your car.

Questions? Contact Patty Blakeslee at pblakeslee11@georgefox.edu.

Yearbook Editor Needed

Friday, April 12th, 2013

Hey Students!

Are you looking for a job for next year?  Want to work your own hours from the comfort of your own home?  Want to make some memories?

Then apply to be the Editor for L’Ami, the school yearbook!  The application is quick and the job is great!  Apply online at this link and get involved today!

Need a break this afternoon? Come watch some men’s tennis

Thursday, April 11th, 2013

Need a break this afternoon (Friday)? Come on out to Tualatin to watch our men’s tennis team take on Pacific at 4:30 p.m. at the beautiful new Stafford Hills Club indoor facility.

George Fox is 9-1 in conference play and ranked No. 10 in the NCAA Division III West Region. The Bruins are going for the No. 2 spot in the Northwest Conference.

As a bonus, the club is offering free food and special membership deals to George Fox University supporters. The Stafford Hills Club (staffordhills.com) is located at 5916 Nyberg Lane in Tualatin.

Interested in working with international students this summer?

Thursday, April 11th, 2013

Student assistant positions in the international summer program are available. Those hired would work Fridays from May 10 through June 28.

The qualifications:

  • Enjoys cross-cultural experiences
  • Energetic
  • Enjoys meeting people from other cultures
  • Good team person
  • Possesses strong leadership skills
  • Must be willing and able to drive George Fox vans

The responsibilities:

  • Accompany students and drive school van on Fridays for excursions such as river rafting, tour of Nike headquarters, Willamette jet boats and other activities throughout the state of Oregon
  • If qualified, tutor students in BUSN 360, Business Law class

The benefits:

  • Opportunity to develop cross-cultural communication skills
  • Opportunity to gain experience in leadership opportunities
  • Meals during excursions provided and housing for tutors provided
  • Stipends of $500 to $1,150 provided, depending on whether tutoring is included

Please contact Alex Pia (apia@georgefox.edu) if interested in more information or in applying for these positions.

Sand volleyball tournament rescheduled for next weekend

Thursday, April 11th, 2013

The university’s quads sand volleyball tournament will be moved to the following weekend, Saturday, April 20, due to poor weather. It will happen on this day rain or shine, on the sand courts behind HMS beginning at 10:30 a.m. Please send me any questions or concerns you may have. Thanks.

Joey Burda (jburda09@georgefox.edu)

Summer Serve Banquet set for Saturday in Klages

Thursday, April 11th, 2013

The Summer Serve Banquet is this Saturday, April 13, at 6 p.m., in the Klages Dining Hall. The recommended donation is $10. Free childcare will be available.

We have will call tickets available. Please click this link and register for a spot.

Student Surveys

Wednesday, April 10th, 2013
Survey Number 1:
The Church and the 21st Century Family: This is a quick 2 minute survey asking a few simple questions about your family growing up.
For more information contact: Rebecca Brickley, rbrickley08@georgefox.edu
Survey Number 2:
My Group is doing a presentation about Lyme Disease and Giardia and this is a really quick survy to collect data about both Lyme Disease and Giardia, to get a better understanding of people’s knowledge about the two, or see if they know much about it at all, as related to their outdoor activities.
For questions or more information contact:

Marcus Gabriel, Jr., Isaac Widdicombe, David Boggs mgabriel09@georgefox.edu

Survey Number Three:
We are doing a project on starting a cafe.
This survey will only take 2mins and consists of 5 questions! Survey Link.
For more information contact: JennaLea Ferestad at jennalea23@gmail.com

 

Need to send out a student survey? Please read these instructions:

http://blogs.georgefox.edu/ennounce/2013/03/15/student-surveys-process-for-distribution-5/

 

Summer Address Collection

Wednesday, April 10th, 2013

Mail Services is collecting summer address info for your Campus Mailbox.
Today’s the last day! Takes less than a minute!

Summer address collection:

  • Please take care of this today – so we know what to do with your mail after finals week.
  • Place:  Table by ASC Offices in Bruin Den area.
  • Times:  10:30am – 3:00pm
  • Why: Your campus mailbox will be closed the last day of finals.

You have two options:

  1. Request  your mailbox to be kept open part or all of the summer.
  2. Close your mailbox for the summer.  We will forward your mail (during the summer) to the address you give us.
    1. We will re-open your same mailbox in the fall – two weeks before school starts.

You can always stop at or call Mail Services to make changes if your summer plans change.

It will only take a minute!  Time us!

Sponsored by University Mail Services

If you have questions, please email lsartwel@georgefox.edu