Full-Time MBA information meeting scheduled April 12

Monday, April 4th, 2011

Anyone interested in the university’s Full-Time MBA program is invited to attend an information meeting scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, in Stevens 207. Meet the program director and talk with current students!

Learn more by contacting Patrick Kelley at pkelley@georgefox.edu.

International Photo Contest finalists go on display Wednesday

Monday, April 4th, 2011

The photos chosen as finalists in the International Photo Contest will be on display Wednesday, April 6, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. in the Stevens Center (Duke) atrium. All George Fox students and employees are invited to stop by on Wednesday to vote for your favorites in each category.

Winners will be announced on Monday, April 11.

Vietnamese students share their stories Wednesday

Monday, April 4th, 2011

Students from Vietnam will be sharing about their country, culture and lives this Wednesday, April 6, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in Cap & Gown A. This is a great time to broaden our perspectives about Vietnam. There will be some time for questions and interaction. We would love to have you join us. Bring your own lunch.

Questions? Contact Dianna McIntyre at dmcintyr@georgefox.edu.

Documentary on North Korean refugees shown Tuesday

Monday, April 4th, 2011

Join the Center for Peace and Justice Tuesday night, April 5, for a documentary screening of the film Hiding, produced by LINK, an organization working with North Korean refugees. It will be shown at 7:30 p.m. in Hoover 105. Chapel credit is available for students.

Hiding tells the story of a group of North Korean refugees hiding in China today and their attempt to escape. To learn more, visit linkglobal.org. The trailer can be viewed at this link.

Questions? Contact Melanie Newell (Center for Peace and Justice) at mnewell@georgefox.edu.

ASC Communications Positions

Monday, April 4th, 2011

Applications for ASC Communications positions are available until Tuesday, April 12, at 5 p.m. Now is your chance to get involved in The Crescent, the Darkroom, L’Ami (Yearbook), or KFOX.

Applications for Bruin Directory editors are also available and will be due by Friday, April 15, at 5 p.m.

Pick up your application on the wall outside the ASC offices by the Bruin Den.

Webinar Series for Graduates: Linkedin

Monday, April 4th, 2011

Graduate to Linkedin and jump-start your career! Pick up proven tips and best practices to find jobs before they go public and get internal champions to get you hired from expert Melissa Giovangnoli.

This is the third of a series of nine webinars on job-search techniques for the graduate.  It is Wednesday, April 6 from noon to 1 p.m. in the Career Services office. Mark your calendar for these other webinar dates!

April 6        Melissa Giovangnoli-Linkedin
April 13        Scott Zimmerman & Carl Rakich-Interviewing
April 20      Susan Whitcomb-Twitter
April 27      Mark Goulston-Listening
May 4          Devora Zack-Networking
May 11       Peter Weddle-Career Strategy
May 18       Martin Yate-Job Search

Attend one or all! Please register on Bruin Careers, but drop-ins are welcome.

Survivor Van

Monday, April 4th, 2011

The last day to sign up to be in the running for Survivor Van is Wednesday, April 6. Sign up today using this link.

Visit our Facebook page and find out more information about this event. Or, e-mail the Bruin Heritage Society with any further questions and more information at bruinheritage@georgefox.edu.

Foxhole Manager Position for 2011-2012 School Year

Monday, April 4th, 2011

If you are interested in an authentic management experience, this is one of the best opportunities on campus. Those who apply have a chance to work with great people, boost their resumes, and put their skills to work. Applications (with more details) will be available for the next two weeks in the Student Union Building outside the ASC offices.

Thai dance and drama troupe visits Thursday

Monday, April 4th, 2011

The university’s Center for Peace and Justice and the Newberg Friends Church invite the community to a Thai folk dance drama program from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, April 7, at the Newberg Friends Church, 307 S. College St. There also will be an evening performance on campus, beginning at 9 p.m. Thursday in Hoover 105.

The performance is being presented by the Christian Communications Institute (CCI) of Payap University in Chiang Mai, Thailand. CCI communicates the Christian message in Thailand through Thai music, dance and drama. The program will feature a number of dances from the various regions of Thailand, as well as a traditional Thai melodrama (Likay) with English translation.

Admission is free. Contact Melanie Newell at peaceandjustice@georgefox.edu for more information.

Students share their testimonies in Monday’s chapel

Sunday, April 3rd, 2011

Come join us Monday (April 4) for chapel as we hear personal testimonies from three students. We look forward to worshiping with you!

This Wednesday’s chapel will meet in different locations and will feature different faculty members who will share their journeys. Also, Wednesday night will be a Faith & Film session featuring the movie Flow at 9 p.m. in Hoover 105.

Quaere Verum meets Monday night

Sunday, April 3rd, 2011

All are welcome to attend Quaere Verum tonight (Monday), as senior Cameron DeWhitt performs and leads a discussion of his suite of biblically inspired music, Salvation Songs. These songs explore the themes of salvation from the many different perspectives presented in Scripture.

QV will begin at 7:30 p.m. The club gathers in the basement of 605 N. Meridian St., just across Meridian from the Media Center. The stairs to the basement can be accessed on the right side of the house.

Questions? Contact Jay Miller at millerj06@georgefox.edu.

Applications due today

Sunday, April 3rd, 2011

Reminder that applications for Sophomore Class Representative, Junior Class Representative and Senior Class President are due today (Monday) at 5 p.m.

Voting will take place in the Bruin Den on Tuesday/Wednesday of this week!

Sociology class offers Facebook group, ‘Breaking the Cycle of Divorce’

Friday, April 1st, 2011

A George Fox sociology class invites you to join a Facebook group, “Breaking the Cycle of Divorce,” dedicated to bringing awareness to the issue of divorce and offering support to those who wish to break this cycle in their lives.

Learn more by contacting Debra Woodin at dwoodin09@georgefox.edu.

Summer Address Collection

Friday, April 1st, 2011

Attention:  Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors
Summer Address Collection is almost here!

You have two options regarding your mailbox for the summer:
Option 1:  A request from you to keep your mailbox open part or all of the summer.
Option 2:  An address where we can forward your mail just for the summer
(We will re-open your same mailbox in the fall – two weeks before school starts.)
It will only take a minute of your time!

Summer Address Collection will be held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday – April 5,6,7.
Place:  Table by ASC Offices in Bruin Den area.
Times: 10:30.a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Why: Your campus mailbox will be closed the last day of finals.

Sponsored by University Mail Services

Spoof ‘Crescent’ is out

Friday, April 1st, 2011

The spoof issue of The Crescent is out! Look for stories about Justin Bieber’s upcoming film and GFU’s union with LikeALittle.

Documentary on North Korean refugee crisis shown April 5

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

Join the Center for Peace and Justice this Tuesday night, April 5, for a documentary screening of the film Hiding, produced by LINK, an organization working with North Korean refugees. It will be shown at 7:30 p.m. in Hoover 105.

The director of LINK was one of the founders of Invisible Children, an organization many in the GFU community might be more familiar with. LINK aims to spread the word about the rarely reported North Korean crisis, working with governments and NGOs worldwide to advocate for the North Korean people. They also work directly with the refugees who have fled to China and South East Asia, educating and empowering them to eventually live a free and renewed life.

Hiding tells the story of a group of North Korean refugees hiding in China today and their attempt to escape. To learn more, visit linkglobal.org. The trailer can be viewed at this link.

Questions? Contact Melanie Newell (Center for Peace and Justice) at mnewell@georgefox.edu.

Sand Volleyball Tournament!

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

A quads sand volleyball tournament is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, April 9 open for all Fox students. The sign-up sheet is on the intramural board outside the bookstore. Grab a team of four or more and sign-up for this awesome event. The date may be subject to change due to bad weather.

Email Joey Burda with questionst: Jburda09@georgefox.edu

Let’s Make a Deal

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

Let’s make a deal! Come to the Bon on Saturday, April 2 at 8:30 p.m. The grand prizes are a digital camcorder, 26″ flat screen, and XBOX 360, but it does not end there we have over 70 more fun prizes to be handed out!

Come dressed crazy for the chance to participate in the games and win these prizes!

GRE prep workshop offered in May

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

Attention students: Career Services Grad Assistant Chloe Lee-Zorn, MA, is teaching a GRE (Graduate Record Examination) prep class for those students interested in improving their performance on this challenging test. It will be from 7 to 9 p.m. at a location to be determined on May 5, 12 and 19.

The class will be offered at the discounted price of $85. It will cover new and old material, and will include a book, a snack and a full-length practice test. If you are interested, please e-mail Chloe at leec07@georgefox.edu by April 7.

Faculty, please let your students know about this opportunity.

Free Spring Chamber Concert takes Bauman stage April 7

Thursday, March 31st, 2011

George Fox will host a Spring Chamber concert featuring several of the university’s ensembles, including the Clarinet Quartet, French Horn Ensemble, Keyboard Ensemble, Low Brass Ensemble and Handbell Ringers (with special guest Todd Johnson playing the didgeridoo). Come show your support for our students at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 7, in Bauman Auditorium. Admission is free.

Among the selections to be performed are Dvorak’s Bagatelle Op. 47, No. 1, Debussy’s Menuet and Rachmaninoff’s Valse (Keyboard Ensemble); Rougeron’s Petit Quatuor (Clarinet Quartet); Haydn’s Achieved is the Glorious Work (Low Brass Ensemble); and original compositions by Johnson (Handbell Ringers).

Tickets are not required for admittance. Contact Debbie Hawblitzel at ext. 2620 for more information.