The Daily Bruin

Participants in the Learning New Languages program, which started on Oct. 5, are going to meet again this Wednesday (Oct. 19) from 7 to 9 p.m. at the International House. Please join us if you are interested in learning some basic Chinese and making some Chinese friends.

Don’t worry if you missed the first class section because we are going to review what we learned last time while also learning something new.

All students and faculty are welcome. Please come and see what we Chinese students have to contribute to the diversity of the George Fox community.

Questions? Please contact Lishan Zeng at lzeng09@georgefox.edu.

The Academic Resource Center is busier this year than ever before, with more than 410 visits to the ARC so far this year (compared with 290 at this point last year). Because of the demand, it’s critical that students schedule appointments in advance.

Students often need to schedule two to three days ahead to ensure an appointment; one can also schedule a week – or even a month – ahead. Appointments for writing, learning strategies, academic coaching, or general tutoring can be scheduled by e-mailing the_arc@georgefox.edu, calling ext. 2314, or stopping by the ARC during hours of operation (1-10 p.m., Mon-Thur; noon-4 p.m., Fri). A schedule of labs for subject tutoring is available online.

More information is available at arc.georgefox.edu.

Research papers can seem overwhelming, but following a step-by-step, organized approach can make your life much less stressful. Gary Tandy, professor of English, and Jane Scott, public services librarian, will walk through those steps and guide you to campus and Internet resources to help make you a research pro.

The Academic Resource Center-sponsored session will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 18, starting at 6:30 p.m. in EHS 125.

The university community is invited to hear Diane Randall, executive secretary of the Friends Committee on National Legislation – the largest team of registered peace lobbyists in Washington, D.C. – present a free lecture from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, in EHS 102.

Randall will speak on “The Privilege and Responsibility of Faithful Citizenship.” Her visit is being sponsored by George Fox’s Center for Peace and Justice.

Randall’s background includes many years as an executive director of statewide advocacy organizations, a passion for rebuilding the democratic system in our country, a record of achievements in lobbying and citizen engagement, and a spiritual grounding in the Religious Society of Friends.

In addition to her evening presentation, Randall will lecture in an 11:40 a.m. political science class in Hoover 103 and again at 1:40 p.m. in a philosophy class in Stevens 209. She also will introduce the FCNL internship program to interested students during lunch beginning at 12:35 p.m. in the Klages Dining Hall.

You can read more about Diane and the FCNL here. Contact Melanie Newell at ext. 2686 or mnewell@georgeefox.edu for more information on her visit.

FoxTALE will be unavailable from 6 to 8 a.m. (Pacific Time) on Tuesday, Oct. 25, for scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.

The university’s career services office is organizing a seminary fair for students and others interested in furthering their religious education. The fair is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 25, in the Hoover Atrium on the Newberg campus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

There will be a variety of seminaries represented to connect with prospective students who desire to be equipped for ministry. This event is a great opportunity to meet with recruiters to investigate different career choices and seminary opportunities for the future.

Contact the Career Services office at 503-554-2330 for a list of seminaries attending.

There will be no courier service to the Portland Center on Friday, Oct. 14, due to the mid-semester holiday.

Normal service will resume on Monday, Oct. 17.

The Bruin Den and Villa Cafe will both be closed on Friday, Oct. 14, for the mid-semester holiday.

Due to the mid-semester holiday, Bon Appetit’s hours of operation will change slightly over the weekend, as follows:

Friday, Oct. 14
Breakfast, 8:30-10 a.m.
Lunch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Dinner, 5-6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 15
Continental Breakfast, 9-10 a.m.
Brunch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Dinner, 5-6:30 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 16
Continental Breakfast, 9-10 a.m.
Brunch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Dinner, 5-7 p.m.

Normal hours of operation resume on Monday, Oct. 17.

The large, blue formica sign that says “Career Services” in white letters is missing from our career cart. If you know of its whereabouts, please let us know or simply return it ASAP.

You can contact us at ext. 2330 or at careers@georgefox.edu with information.

Thanks for your help.
– Career Services

The Newberg campus will be closed Friday, Oct. 14, for the mid-semester holiday. All offices, the Bruin Bookstore and the library will be closed.

Dr. Steven L. Wilhite, a general surgeon practicing in Springfield, Ore., will present a seminar on medical ethics and technology at 10:40 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21, in EHS 102.

Dr. Wilhite attended OHSU after graduating from George Fox as a biology major. This seminar is sponsored by the Department of Biology and Chemistry. All are invited!

Please contact Jane Sweet at jsweet@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

George Fox University Theatre is seeking ushers for the upcoming production of Steel Magnolias. Ushers receive a free ticket to the show!

Show Dates:
Thursday, Oct. 27, 7:30 p.m. (ushers called at 6 p.m.)
Friday, Oct. 28, 7:30 p.m. (ushers called at 6 p.m.)
Saturday, Oct. 29, 7:30 p.m. (ushers called at 6 p.m.)
Thursday, Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m. (ushers called at 6 p.m.)
Friday, Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m. (ushers called at 6 p.m.)
Saturday, Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m. (ushers called at 6 p.m.)
Sunday, Nov. 6, 2 p.m. (ushers called at 12:30 p.m.)

Please e-mail Sara Schneider (House Manager) at sschneider07@georgefox.edu to volunteer.

Come to the Spil House (corner of Meridian and Sheridan) this Friday at 6 p.m. for a time of exploring, questioning and reflection. Everyone’s welcome to join this new adventure! We’ll be talking about the purpose of the group and a little about calling and vocation. You’ll want to bring a journal or notebook with you.

Aren’t into the group, but want to grab coffee sometime and talk about life and calling? Have some questions? E-mail Sarah Klatt at sklatt05@georgefox.edu.

Love INC’s Relational Ministry Program reaches out into the community to help people that seem to be stuck in the cycle of poverty. There are currently 83 people who attend weekly classes and are paired with their own mentors. We are in need of five Spanish speaking volunteers on Thursday nights from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of people in our community and speak Spanish, please contact Jere Witherspoon: jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 7 p.m. – Women’s soccer vs. Pacific, Austin Sports Complex
Friday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m. – Women’s golf in Culturame Classic, The Reserve Vineyards & Golf Club, Aloha, Ore.
Friday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Whitworth, Wheeler Sports Center/Miller Gym
Saturday, Oct. 15, 11 a.m. – Women’s golf in Culturame Classic, The Reserve Vineyards & Golf Club, Aloha, Ore.
Saturday, Oct. 15, noon – Men’s soccer vs. Willamette, Austin Sports Complex
Saturday, Oct. 15, 5 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Whitman, Wheeler Sports Center/Miller Gym
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2:30 p.m. – Men’s soccer vs. Linfield, Austin Sports Complex

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

Are you interested in attending a Professional Health Program after GFU? Are you pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-veterinary, pre-physical therapy, per-optometry, per-pharmacy? Get informed on what it takes to get into a professional health program. The topics covered at this meeting will include admission requirements, the application process, and resources available to you at Fox.

The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 12, in EHS 125 at 5:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Jane Sweet at jsweet@georgefox.edu

If you are not able to attend, but consider yourself a pre-professional health student, please contact Jane so that you can be added to the Pre-Professional Health student contact group.

Pizza Chat: Choosing a Major
Discuss how to pick a major that is a good fit for you! Join us Thursday, Oct. 13, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in Career Services (first floor of Stevens).

Register via BruinCareers by Wednesday to get free pizza!

Youth for Christ will host an information table in the SUB from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 12. If you have a passion for teens, stop by to talk with recruiter Kelly Hoeting about this ministry opportunity. For more information, contact Career Services.

Come join us for this year’s Global Issues Forum featuring Rev. Dr. Célestin Musekura and Meredith Wheeler of ALARM (African Leadership and Reconciliation Ministries).

ALARM was founded in 1994 in response to a crisis of Christian leadership in Africa following the genocide in Rwanda. Since its founding, ALARM has expanded into eight countries across east and central Africa.

Schedule of Events:

Tuesday, Oct. 11
Shalom: 9 p.m. (Cap & Gown)
Speaker: Meredith Wheeler

Wednesday, Oct. 12
Chapel: 10:40 a.m. (Bauman Auditorium)
Speaker: Célestin Musekura

Talk-back lunch with Meredith and Célestin
Noon (Cap & Gown)

Evening Program: 7:30-9 p.m. (Hoover 105,) followed by reception
Speaker: Célestin Musekura

Célestin is the president and founder of ALARM. He is an ordained Baptist minister who was born and raised in Rwanda. After the genocide of 1994, he and his wife heard and heeded God’s call to found ALARM.

Meredith is the international director of ALARM. He has served in senior leadership capacities for more than 25 years and has a special passion for training, developing and mentoring leaders.

Questions? Contact Melanie Newell at ext. 2686 or mnewell@georgefox.edu.