KFOX shows now available to download on iTunes U

Friday, December 4th, 2009

KFOX shows are now available to download for free on iTunes U. Miss a show? Don’t have time to tune in? Subscribe to the podcast instead!  Check it out at tinyurl.com/KFOXiTunesU. Listen to KFOX at kfoxradio.georgefox.edu.

All are invited to community Christmas chapel Dec. 9

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

As a reminder, you are invited to an all-community Christmas chapel from 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, in Bauman Auditorium. The chapel will include Christmas carols, a choir performance and a special Christmas message from Robin Baker.

Two art exhibits on display in library through January

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Two art exhibits are on display in the Murdock Learning Resource Center through January:

Twentieth Century Art
The artworks in this exhibit were completed by students in ARTS382, Twentieth Century Art, to help them gain a better understanding of what is involved in making an artwork in the style of a well-known 20th century artist. Each of the pieces on exhibit represent a 20th century style, such as Dada, German expressionism or op art, through the particular mode of an artist who worked in each style. The styles include both studio arts and graphic design styles. Some of the styles represented in this exhibit are Plakatstil, Earth Art, Neo Dada, Art Nouveau, Pop Art and Neo-Expressionism.

Also on display are four images by student Rachel Belgard, who has entitled her show “Tangible Design.”

Spanish chapel scheduled Dec. 11 in Hoover 105

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

The university community is invited to a Spanish chapel scheduled for 10:40 a.m. Friday, Dec. 11, in Hoover 105. Event will include Spanish worship songs and a guest speaker.

Responses needed for Crescent survey

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Attention Students:

If you haven’t already done so, please take a few minutes to complete this short survey for The Crescent.

http://bit.ly/6xgSLN

Reminder about school closure policies and procedures

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

With winter upon us, there may be rare occasions when classes need to be canceled and offices closed due to adverse weather conditions or for other emergency reasons.

The provost decides if conditions warrant canceling classes or closing offices for the Newberg campus and the Portland and Salem centers. Major considerations are road conditions, ice, utility service disruption, and how long the severe weather or emergency is likely to last. Decisions on day classes are announced by 6:30 a.m., if possible. Most decisions on evening classes are posted by 2:15 p.m..

In no circumstances should employees or students put themselves in danger in an attempt to get to campus.

To find out if a closure decision has been made when bad weather occurs:

  • Listen to local radio and television stations
  • Call Newsline, the university’s recorded announcements, at 503-554-3868
  • Call the George Fox switchboard at 503-538-8383
  • Check television and newspaper Web sites: kgw.com, koin.com, kptv.com, katu.com, columbian.com, oregonlive.com or flashalert.net.
  • Check the university’s website

To read the employee policy regarding school closures, visit blogs.georgefox.edu/CampusAlerts/?p=8.

Upcoming Bruin home sports events

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Saturday, Dec. 5, 7 p.m. – Women’s Basketball vs. Lewis-Clark State, Wheeler Sports Center/Miller Gym

This is the last home event for George Fox athletics in 2009. The next home games are Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010, when Northwest Conference play begins for both basketball teams, the women at 4 p.m. and the men at 6 p.m. The Bruin women are ranked ninth in the latest WBCA poll and 10th in the D3hoops.com poll.

For more information, visit the Bruin athletics website at gfubruins.com or call the sports information office at ext. 2926.

Halftime entertainment provided at basketball game Saturday

Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009

During halftime of this Saturday’s 7 p.m. women’s basketball game against Lewis-Clark State, enjoy students Peter Luginbill and Andy Neufeld as they perform amazing trampoline feats. See you in the gym.

Psychology department hosts Christmas cookie party Dec. 3

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

Join the psychology department for our second annual Christmas cookie decorating party between noon and 1:15 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3. Bring your lunch to Cap & Gown B/C and start the Christmas holidays off right. Party will include gingerbread, candy canes, sprinkles and sugar cookies. Don’t miss the festivities!

Bon Appetit serves up Civil War cupcakes Thursday

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

In celebration of the Civil War, come over on Thursday, Dec. 3, and choose the cupcake of your choice, Beavers or Ducks, at the Bruin Den and Villa Cafe for only 75 cents. Show your colors and eat them proudly!

Farewell reception for Kendra Irons scheduled Wednesday

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

Come wish Kendra Irons well as she finishes her final semester at George Fox and completes her move to Texas. As an associate professor, Kendra has been an important part of our Religious Studies Department for the past six and a half years.

A farewell reception is scheduled from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, in the Hoover Lounge (Hoover 250). Both colleagues and students will miss her.

Compassion Children packets still available

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

There are still 10 Compassion Children packets available in the Spiritual Life House. Come pick one up and support a child for only $1.20 a day.

All-community Christmas chapel set for Dec. 9

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

Come join us for an all-community Christmas chapel from 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, in Bauman Auditorium. The chapel will include Christmas carols, a choir performance and a special Christmas message from Robin Baker. All are invited to join!

Winter formal tickets on sale in SUB

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

Tickets are now on sale for the winter formal “Swing Into A Knight Of Enchantment.”

Stop by the table in front of the ASC offices in the SUB to pre-purchase your tickets. Buy a pair and save money! Tickets will be on sale during lunch and dinner until Friday, December 11. Prices go up at the door!

Contact Stacie Laughlin at slaughlin07@georgefox.edu for more information.

Bruin Blend coffee sales in SUB

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

Attention Students:

Bruin Blend coffee is being specially introduced this week to the GFU student community, by a senior capstone business team, Cause for Change.

They will be offering a buy 2 bags get 1 bag free promo for all students in the SUB this week from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Bruin Blend bags costs $12…do you have any coffee lovers in your life?  Bruin Blend is available both in whole beans or grinds, they make great Christmas gifts and will warm the hearts of the drinker!

Check out Bruin Blend online at www.BruinBlend.com.

Contact Robin Ballard at rballard05@georgefox.edu for more information.

November student employee timesheets due Dec. 2

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

If you haven’t already, please submit your November timesheet to your supervisor by the morning of Wednesday, December 2 to ensure that you are paid on Tuesday, December 15.  Be sure your name is typed or printed legibly at the top, it is complete and accurate, and you have signed it.  Thank you.

– Human Resources

Annual Christmas celebration scheduled this Saturday

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

Don’t forget: The university’s annual campus Christmas celebration is scheduled for this Saturday, Dec. 5. Christmas carols and a candlelight devotional service will begin at 6:15 p.m. at the Centennial Tower. Various other activities and live entertainment will be held in the Stevens Center (Duke Atrium), Hoover atrium and Ron Gregory Atrium from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

In addition, the event will include a live Nativity with a petting arena, plus horse-drawn wagons for scenic rides around campus. Students and employees (along with their families) are encouraged to join in the fun as we kick off the holiday season.

Questions? Contact Danya Ochsner (University Relations) at ext. 2121 or at dochsner@georgefox.edu.

Tickets now available for Christmas Concert Dec. 11-13

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Tickets are selling fast for the university’s Christmas Concert, “All is Calm, All is Bright,” presented by the Department of Performing Arts Friday through Sunday, Dec. 11-13. This year’s concert features more than 150 musicians from five ensembles in the main-stage performance, and preconcert music featuring 10 of the university’s chamber ensembles.

Three presentations are scheduled:

  • Two on-campus performances in Bauman Auditorium: Friday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. (preconcert music begins at 6:30 p.m.), and Saturday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. (preconcert music begins at 6:30 p.m.)
  • One off-campus performance at Village Baptist Church in Beaverton on Sunday, Dec. 13, 2:30 p.m. (preconcert music begins at 2 p.m.)

Additional information about the concert program or the performing arts department is available by contacting Debbie Hawblitzel (Performing Arts) at ext. 2620. Questions regarding tickets can be directed to the University Box Office at ext. 3844.

Tickets may be purchased online now at music.georgefox.edu, or (two weeks prior to the event) at the box office by calling ext. 3844. Tickets are $10 for adults; $8 for seniors and George Fox alumni; and $6 for students and children. All faculty, students and staff receive one free ticket (to the on-campus performances only), available for pick-up in the Bruin Bookstore. The concert on campus features reserved seating. Seating will be open for Sunday’s matinee performance.

Nursing Club meeting Dec. 7

Monday, November 30th, 2009

Join us in Hoover 206 for a December Nursing Club meeting Monday, December 7 from 9:40-10:20 a.m. to learn about what we have been doing and what is planned for December and January. Anyone who is interested in the club is welcome.

Contact Amanda Roberts at aroberts05@georgefox.edu for more information.

Chapel will be held in various locations Wednesday

Monday, November 30th, 2009

On Wednesday, Dec. 2, chapel will be in various locations. We invite all of you to worship with your living community from 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. at the following locations:

PCWB: Hoover 105
Apartments: Lemmons 8
Co-Ed: EHS 102
HMS: Bauman
Houses & commuters: Hoover 102