BlueZone shirts now on sale in Bruin Bookstore

Monday, October 19th, 2009

BlueZone shirts are now available in the Bruin Bookstore! The shirts are $4 for students with ID, and $5 for everyone else. BlueZone is a way for the Bruin community to show its support for one another. Get your BlueZone on!

May Serve applications due Oct. 21

Monday, October 19th, 2009

Reminder:  Turn in May Serve Applications and references by Wednesday, October 21 at 4:00 p.m.  Applications can be dropped off at the Office of Spiritual Life, located on the corner of Sheridan and Meridian Street.

Email Andrea Crenshaw at acrensha@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Employees, students encouraged to conserve energy Tuesday

Monday, October 19th, 2009

Tuesday, Oct. 20, has been designated “A Day Unplugged” during the university’s “Week of Living Light,” sponsored by members of Lisa McMinn’s social change class. Remember to turn off the lights as you leave a room, unplug your appliances or computer/cell phone chargers if you aren’t using them, and consider ways you can contribute to reducing energy demands and live more sustainably. Check out 350.org for more ideas.

Winter Serve Trips Application Deadline Extended to October 23

Monday, October 19th, 2009

The deadline for serve trip applications has been extended until Friday October 23rd.

If you are still interested in applying for a winter serve trip please pick up an application in the SUB.

If you have questions please contact Alexis Powell at apowell06@georgefox.edu

Journalist Grossman speaks on trash, recycling at forum Monday

Sunday, October 18th, 2009

Journalist and author Elizabeth Grossman will discuss trash, recyling and the promise of Green Chemistry as part of the Liberal Arts and Critical Issues lecture series from 4:40 to 5:35 p.m. and from 7 to 7:55 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, in Hoover 105.

Elizabeth has been published in numerous publications and has two recent books: High Tech Trash and Chasing Molecules. Both these books will be available to those who are interested.

Monday evening chapel event has been moved

Sunday, October 18th, 2009

The evening chapel session scheduled for 9 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, has been moved from Klages Dining Room to Hoover 105. The chapel will feature guest speaker Mike Foster.

Also, on Tuesday at 9 p.m., there will be a men’s Q&A in Lemmons 8 and a women’s Q&A in Hoover 105. Finally, Bill Buhrow (Health and Counseling Services) will be speaking in chapel on Wednesday.

Volunteers still needed for parade of flags in chapel Oct. 26

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

Would you like to carry a flag representing your cultural heritage in the Oct. 26 chapel to open Cultural Celebration Week? If so, please e-mail or call Dianna McIntyre (ext. 2649) or Alex Pia (ext. 2643) no later than Monday, Oct. 19. All you do is show up to chapel a few minutes early, carry your flag across the stage, and say the name of the country your flag represents into a microphone. If you volunteer, we will contact you the week before Cultural Celebration Week with details.

Who may carry a flag? Anyone who is from another country, lived in another country, was a missionary in another country, or has a cultural heritage from another country. It is a great way to show pride in your culture!

Cultural Fair still has booths available

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

This is a last call for those who wish to share their culture by having a booth at the Cultural Fair, scheduled from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, in the Ron Gregory Atrium in EHS. Contact Dianna McIntyre (ext. 2649) or Alex Pia (ext. 2643) by Oct. 20 to reserve your booth.

Ways to share your culture might include music, dance, videos, pictures, crafts, games, and, of course, the all-time favorite, food. So come join the fun! (We can reimburse you up to $30 for expenses if you give us your receipts.)

Student paycheck information

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Students on direct deposit can now view (and print) their pay statements each month through PeopleSoft by following these simple steps:

1.  Log in to MyGFU.  If you haven’t already added the login address to your favorites, this would be a good time to stop and do that.
2.  Open “Self Service” and click on “Payroll and Compensation.”  You will see a list of your pay statements that have been processed in PeopleSoft with some basic information included in each of the columns.
3.  Click on the pay date in the far left column labeled “Check Date” to open your statement as a PDF file. You can then print it if you want a hard copy, save the PDF file to another folder, or just refer to it again in the future in PeopleSoft.

Please note: If you have difficulty getting the self-service system to function correctly, you may need to change pop-up settings. For help, please contact the IT Service Desk at ext. 2569.

Students who are not on direct deposit will receive their paychecks through campus mail.  However, all student employees are strongly encouraged to sign up for direct deposit.  The University saves time and natural resources by providing pay statements through the self service function, you have access to your information anytime, and you can skip the drive to the bank.

Questions: Contact Melodee Powers at mpowers@georgefox.edu

Bruin Bookstore stocks new styles of clothing

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

The Bruin Bookstore recently received several new styles of clothing. Come check out the new sweatshirts and T-shirts while supplies last.

Photographer Dave Studarus visits campus to speak Oct. 22

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

The Department of Visual Arts will host a guest speaker, photographer Dave Studarus, at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, in Hoover 105. The campus community is invited to attend and see samples of Dave’s work.

A native of Los Angeles, Studarus has photographed several celebrities and been contracted to do shoots for clients that include Variety, Sony Records, Universal Records, Motorola and several others. Samples of his work can be viewed at davidstudarus.com.

Art alumni honored at closing of exhibit Oct. 20

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Several art alumni will be celebrated at the closing reception for the “Voices” art exhibition in the Lindgren Gallery next Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. All are former George Fox art students who continue to be significantly involved in making art.

Honored will be Elizabeth Kuzmovich, Chelsea Carbonell, Jessica Brittell, Megan Clark, Olga Ceballos and Kathleen Jones.

Author Grossman speaks on majority-world health Oct. 19

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

This Monday, Oct. 19, Elizabeth Grossman will discuss the connection between western habits and majority-world health at a Liberal Arts and Critical Issues event from 4:40 to 5:35 p.m. and from 7 to 7:55 p.m. in Hoover 105.

Elizabeth has contributed articles to The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune and numerous other publications. Her two newest books, High Tech Trash: Digital Devices, Hidden Toxics, and Human Health and Chasing Molecules: Poisonous Products, Human Health and the Promise of Green Technology, have been widely praised. Please contact Caitlin Corning (History) for more information.

Psychology students invited to barbecue party this Sunday

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Sue O’Donnell (Psychology) is hosting a barbecue and Wii party for psychology majors and minors at her home this Sunday, Oct. 18, beginning at 5 p.m. Please R.S.V.P. if you plan to come. For directions to Sue’s home and to R.S.V.P., contact Elisha Kampfe at ekampfe06@georgefox.edu.

Students’ ‘Survivor’ event can be viewed on the web

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

For the first time, the students’ annual “Survivor” event will be posted live via the web. Just go to the Bruin Heritage’s Facebook page and click on the link, or type in rtsp://stream.georgefox.edu/live/survivor.sdp to view live footage of “Survivor” contestants trapped inside a van for up to 24 hours on Thursday, Oct. 15. Look for it also being played throughout campus, or just come and watch it in person outside of the Bruin Den.

Documentary ‘As We Forgive’ shown Thursday in EHS 102

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

Just a reminder that at 7 p.m. this Thursday, Oct. 15, a “Movie & Munchies” event in EHS 102 will feature As We Forgive, a documentary about the 1994 genocide in Rwanda. Clint Baldwin will facilitate a time of brief conversation following the movie. Popcorn and other goodies will be provided. Feel free to bring your own as well.

Young music educators discuss first-year experiences Oct. 18

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

George Fox’s CMENC (Collegiate National Association for Music Education) presents its second meeting of the year this Sunday, Oct. 18, at 7:30 p.m. in Ross 208. It will feature a panel of young music educators from the field discussing first-year experiences. Refreshments will be provided. Contact Aimee Smith (smitha06@georgefox.edu) or Nathan Casteel (ncasteel08@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Jazz Band performs concert Thursday in Bauman Auditorium

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

The Department of Performing Arts presents, for the first time this year, the university’s Jazz Band in concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct.15, in Bauman Auditorium. Join us for lively music and lots of fun!

Upcoming Bruin home sports events

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009

Wednesday, Oct. 14, 4 p.m. – Women’s soccer vs. Pacific, Morse Field
Saturday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Pacific Lutheran, Wheeler Sports Center/Miller Gym

The men’s and women’s golf teams will be participating in the Northwest Conference Fall Classics Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 17-18, at Heron Lakes Golf Course in Portland. These tournaments count as one-quarter of the overall team score for conference standings for the 2009-10 season.

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

Oct 15 Pizza Chat: How to decide a major

Monday, October 12th, 2009

Unsure how to choose a major?  Have lots of interests but no clear direction about a career?  Career Services can help.

Come have lunch in Stevens 220 Thursday, October 15 from noon to 1 p.m., and we’ll chat about ways to find and pursue your best future.  Please let us know your coming by dropping an email to careers@georgefox.edu.