Come join us planting native trees and shrubs – like Red-osier Dogwood, Oregon Ash, Nootka Rose and Doug-Fir – in the Hess Creek forest this Thursday, Feb. 23. Meet at 3 p.m. at the amphitheater or join us when you can. We will be planting until 5 p.m.
The trees will like it, and you probably will, too. Questions? Contact Evan Watson at ewatson@gmail.com.
Would you like to offer a greeting to someone while also supporting a good cause? A group of students is offering photo greeting cards, with 100 percent of the proceeds going directly to help The Garden of Hope rescue and rehabilitate victims of human trafficking in Southeast Asia.
We have six featured cards that are available at $2 apiece. There is also a customizable card option (where you e-mail in any photo to be placed on a greeting card) for $3 each.
Please e-mail us at cardsofhopegfu@gmail.com to place an order or if you have any questions.
Do you love to cycle, hike or run? How would you like to use that passion to benefit a cause? If this is something that interests you, be sure to talk with Venture Expeditions as they will be on campus today (Wednesday). Students and employees are invited to stop by their table in the Bruin Den during the day to learn about their exciting adventure-driven humanitarian efforts.
The Venture Expeditions community empowers people to benefit the world and discover their souls through adventure-driven humanitarian efforts. Through partnerships with various humanitarian organizations, VE organizes expeditions for teams of people to raise awareness and money for various causes, from human trafficking to water needs.
2012 trips include: Hiking: Mt. Kilimanjaro, Manchu Picchu and 5 Summits Colorado; Cycling: Pacific Northwest, Southern U.S., Northern U.S., Nova Scotia to New York City (women’s tour), Cincinnati, Ohio to Washington D.C. (IJM Tour); Running: Run across Minnesota; Mission: North Thailand (winter)
Sign up for one of these trips through Venture Expeditions. For more information, visit ventureexpeditions.org. To watch a video, visit this site.
Calling all college students in the Portland area! Come hear George Fox professor Steve Sherwood at a college worship night at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Happy Valley this Sunday, Feb. 26, from 8 to 10 p.m. It’s sure to be a great time of fellowship!
If you have any questions or are willing to drive a van for students who need transportation, contact Kacee Woods at kwoods10@georgefox.edu. The church is located at 9800 S.E. 92nd Ave., in Happy Valley.
The International Club is hosting a Chinese class on Thursday, Feb. 23, and all are invited!
Join us in the International House, where we had the Chinese class last semester. We’ll meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and spend the first 30 minutes getting to know each other and reviewing what we have learned. The main lesson time is from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feel free to join us when you can.
We hope to see you there; we enjoyed the company of each of you last time.
Questions? Contact Yali He at yhe11@georgefox.edu.
Come out for a night to celebrate and embrace Black History Month! We’ll gather for a Festival of the Arts event from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 29, in Wood-Mar Auditorium.
Performers include:
You don’t want to miss out on this special event! Want to learn more? Contact Jordan Mitchell-Phillips at jmitchellphillips10@georgefox.edu.
The Bruin Bookstore is selling our stock of microwave/fridge combos for $25. They are sold “as is.” If you are interested in purchasing one, please contact Laura Klaus at the Bruin Bookstore. We only have a few available … first come, first served!
The women’s basketball team will host the University of Puget Sound at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23, in one of two semifinal games in the Northwest Conference Tournament. George Fox is the No. 1 seed in the tournament while Puget Sound is the No. 4 seed.
In the other semifinal contest, No. 2 seed Lewis & Clark College will host No. 3 seed Whitman College, also Thursday at 7 p.m. The championship game will be Saturday at 7 p.m. at the site of the highest-remaining seed, with the winner earning the conference’s automatic bid to the NCAA National Tournament.
Ticket Info: Ticket prices for all NWC Tournament games in Miller Gymnasium will be $6 for adults and $3 for children 12 and up and seniors 55 and over. All adults must purchase a ticket; school passes are not valid for the conference tournament.
Children 6 and under who are not in school are free, as are students from the participating schools with a valid student ID. Tickets for the tournament will be sold at the door; advance tickets are not available.
For more information, contact the athletics department at ext. 2911.
Are you considering a graduate or seminary degree? Is God calling you to further studies in the fields of theology, intercultural studies, or psychology? A Fuller Theological Seminary representative is hosting an event at George Fox to answer any questions you might have about seminary and Fuller’s graduate schools of theology, psychology and intercultural studies.
Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 22, from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Spiritual Life House.
Please R.S.V.P. to spirituallife@georgefox.edu by Wednesday morning, Feb. 22.
Still looking for a way to get involved next fall? Apply to be a Peer Advisor!
A job description and application can be found here. We are looking for a group of leaders to help this year’s incoming students have an excellent experience.
Questions? E-mail Stephanie at sstcyr@georgefox.edu.
In preparation for the University Day of Prayer on Saturday, March 10, Sarah Baldwin would like any prayer request that you have for yourself, your family or the Fox community.
Please send them directly to her at sbaldwin@georgefox.edu. Indicate if you would prefer for this request to be kept anonymous. We anticipate having about 200 people praying for these requests on campus and around the Northwest on the Day of Prayer. The Fox pastoral team will also continue to pray for your requests throughout spring semester.
CBE (Christians for Biblical Equality), an organization that was a part of our Relationships Week and of which George Fox is a member, has asked George Fox to get contact info from anyone interested in receiving more information and/or publication materials. If that describes you, then enter your information at this link and we will pass it on to CBE.
CBE desires to serve God by giftedness and not by gender and seeks to empower people to live in partnership with those around them.
Students and staff-just a heads up to NOT walk on the north/south Canyon trail after dark until the lights are repaired! Instead, please either walk on the north/south well-lit path behind the VAC, or cross the Canyon using the road by the Canyon Suites or the road that goes by Wheeler.
Valley Repertory Theatre, Newberg’s own professional theatre company, is proud to announce the upcoming March 8, 2012 opening of their production of Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Harvey.
The play follows one chaotic day in the life of the Elwood P. Dowd, a man who believes that his best friend is a six-foot-tall invisible white rabbit named Harvey. When his sister tries to have Elwood committed to the local sanitarium, a series of incidents unfold, threatening to forever alter Elwood and the people he touches. This hilarious, family-friendly comedy offers sharp wit, unforgettable characters and romance, with a strong dose of insanity.
The show runs for two weekends only, Thursday-Saturday, March 8-10 and 15-17 at 7:30 pm. 2pm matinee performances will run Sunday, March 11 and 18. Performances will take place at the Central Stage at the Chehalem Cultural Center, 415 E. Sheridan St. Newberg, OR 97132. The show is directed by Caleb Thurston, GFU alum.
All tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, $10 for students, and will be sold at the door, beginning thirty minutes before each show. Both Thursday evening performances are “pay what you will.†Seating is limited.
Reservations are recommended and may be made in advance by contacting Valley Rep at 971-832-9202 or tickets@valleyrep.org.
Valley Repertory Theatre (VRT) was founded earlier this year by George Fox University alumni, Stephen Pick and Caleb Thurston.
Interested in politics? Come to a special brown bag lunch with Dan Mason, candidate for Oregon’s House of Representatives this Friday.
February 17 Â from 12-1:30 p.m., in the Executive Dining Room
This interactive gathering will be a great opportunity to learn more about the political process from an insider’s perspective. Among other topics, Dan will share about:
– Factors to consider when thinking about a run for office
– The decision making process and factors that impacted his decision to run
– The process of building a campaign including an advisory team, message and platform, and strategy
– Raising financial support
– Developing a network of supporters and endorsements
– Experience with past campaigns
– Opportunities for involvement and potential internships
– And any questions that you may have about the process
If you have ever thought about what goes into a campaign, have considered public service, or are just interested in the political process, don’t miss this opportunity. Bring your lunch and questions to the Executive Dining Room for any or all of this special event.
For more information contact Robby Larson, Major Gift Officer at rlarson@georgefox.edu. You can also check out Dan Mason’s website.
In preparation for the University Day of Prayer on March 10, Sarah Baldwin would like any prayer request that you have for yourself, your family or the Fox community.
Please send them directly to her at sbaldwin@georgefox.edu.  Indicate if you would prefer for this request to be kept anonymous.
We anticipate having about 200 people praying for these requests on campus and around the northwest on the Day of Prayer. The Fox pastoral team will also continue to pray for your requests throughout Spring semester.
University Mail Services has 2 mystery packages. Â Both packages have an address at George Fox with no campus box.
If you recognize either of the following names, please contact Sherrie Frost at ext. 2556 or sfrost@georgefox.edu.
Park Ji Yo
    East Lake Veterinary Hospital
Any information would be appreciated. Â Thank you.
Need a PINK tee shirt for the Pink Zone Basketball Games this weekend? Â We have pink tees for only $5.99. Â Stop by the Bookstore and get one! Â Let’s support our Bruin Women as they approach the NWC Tournament!
Come out Thursday, Feb. 16, to enjoy some good food while celebrating Black History Month! Enjoy music while you converse with your friends over a delicious meal! Sure to be a good time of fellowship! Join us anytime between 4:30 and 7 p.m. in the Bon.
Questions? Contact Kacee Woods at kwoods10@georgefox.edu.
Hey Everyone,
Urban Services is doing another clothing drive for our homeless friends in Salem and Portland February through March.
We are collecting gloves, warm crew-socks, beanies, and dark hoodies sizes L to 3XL (hoodies can be zip-up or pull-over). For those of you who are wondering, our friends on the street prefer dark colors because dark looks cleaner longer and draws less attention.
There are two blue collection bins. One is in front of the ASC office in the Bruin Den and the other is on the first floor of Hoover (on the clock tower side).
Thank you all for your participation in the past. It is always such a blessing to see how God provides.
If you have questions about Urban Services or about what you can donate, contact Mary Owen (mowen10@georgefox.edu) or Heather Mabry (hmabry07@georgefox.edu)
God bless!
