Bruin Bookstore is stocking items to help you stay healthy

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

To help the George Fox community stay healthy this winter, the Bruin Bookstore is carrying several different kinds of antibacterial products ranging from individually wrapped sanitizing wipes to two-ounce bottles of hand-sanitizing gel. We’ve got what you need, so come check us out.

Goldfish are available for adoption in the biology department

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

Goldfish are now available for adoption from the biology department. Looking for a pet or for pond inhabitants? Need to feed your turtle? See Teresa Arnold in EHS 316 or Jane Sweet in the department’s office on the second floor of EHS. We have bags by the aquarium for you to take them home.

Deadline to donate winter items to Love INC is Oct. 19

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

There is only a short time remaining to give HUGS (hats, umbrellas, gloves and scarves) to Love INC. Please help those less fortunate stay warm and dry during the upcoming winter months. Toiletry items not covered by food stamps are also gladly being accepted. Donations can be placed in the bright yellow decorated barrels located in lobbies throughout the Newberg campus and Portland Center.

Thank you for joining the Staff Development Committee in this donation drive. The deadline for contributions is noon on Monday, Oct. 19.

Learn more about seminary at upcoming fair Oct. 14

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

Did you know George Fox biblical studies or Christian ministry majors with good grades can earn 6 to 14 semester hours of advanced standing credit at George Fox Evangelical Seminary? Were you also aware MDiv students can save $5,000? Come to the seminary fair between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, in Hoover to learn more.

Check out ASC site to find out what’s happening on campus

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

Be informed and updated about what is happening with all the organizations and groups on campus by checking out the Associated Student Community website. It’s easy to get involved. Visit georgefox.edu/offices/asc/index.html.

Host a booth at the Cultural Fair Oct. 27

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

Share your culture by having a “booth” at the Cultural Fair, Tuesday, October 27 from 3–5 p.m. in the EHS atrium.  At your booth you may choose to share your culture through music, dance, videos, pictures, crafts, games, and, of course, the all-time favorite, food.  So come join the fun!

If you are interested in having a booth at the Cultural Fair, please email or call Dianna McIntyre (ext. 2649) or Alex Pia (ext. 2643) by October 20.  We can reimburse you up to $30 for expenses if you give us your receipts.

Apply for Winter Serve 2009

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

Applications are now available for the 2009 Winter Serve trips. If you are interested, please pick up an application in the Student Union Building. Applications are due Friday, October 16.

For more information please contact Alexis Powell at apowell06@georgefox.edu.

May Serve 2010 info meeting Oct. 7

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

The Office of Spiritual Life is excited to tell you more about our 2010 May Serve trip! Please come to an informational meeting Wednesday, October 7 at 9 p.m. in Hoover 105. Applications will be available.

Email mayserve@georgefox.edu for more information.

Bruin Bookstore will close early on Thursday

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

The Bruin Bookstore will close early this Thursday, Oct. 8, at 5 p.m. due to the mid-semester break. It will reopen on Monday, Oct. 12, at 8 a.m.

May Serve South Africa trip is subject of Oct. 7 chapel

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

Please note a correction to the Spiritual Life Calendar: The Wednesday, Oct. 7 chapel will be about the 2009 May Serve South Africa Trip.

Flag bearers needed for Cultural Celebration Week chapel service

Tuesday, October 6th, 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 Friday, Oct. 16. 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!

Richter Scholars Program funds available for student research

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

Funds for independent student research at George Fox are available through the Richter Scholars Program. Applications for the program are now being accepted. All George Fox graduate and undergraduate students are eligible.

The program supplies funds for research in collaboration with a faculty member. Applications are due in Hoover 110 by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Visit georgefox.edu/academics/richter/index.html for more information.

Red Cross blood drive set for Oct. 29 in VAC

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

The university will host a Red Cross blood drive from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, in the Villa Academic Complex’s Room 117. Come and serve your community by donating blood. Sign up this month in the Bruin Den during the lunch hour. Questions? Contact Jessie Sarver at jsarver05@georgefox.edu.

Majors Fair scheduled on campus Oct. 16

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

Undecided about your major? A Majors Fair is scheduled from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16. Come to both the Hoover and EHS atriums to visit with representatives from all departments on campus. Learn more about the majors that are offered by each department and stop by the Career Services booth to ask questions. The event is available to all students.

All First Year Seminar students are required to attend and receive signatures from three different booths to validate their attendance. Questions? Contact Jessie Sarver at jsarver05@georgefox.edu.

Bruin Heritage Week Oct. 12-17

Monday, October 5th, 2009

Bruin Heritage Week is just around the corner – October 12-17.  Bruin Heritage Week includes the annual Survivor van, Blue Zone games, and the first ever Heritage Display! Stay tuned for a schedule of events to come.

Email bruinheritage@georgefox.edu for more information.

Nam available to share about seminary at fair Oct. 14

Monday, October 5th, 2009

Scholars: Is a PhD in your future? Visit with Roger Nam of George Fox Evangelical Seminary on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the seminary fair in the Hoover lower lobby. The fair runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Community invited to Latino play Oct. 30

Monday, October 5th, 2009

See a play in the city with fellow members of the George Fox community. The Northwest’s premier Latino arts and culture organization, The Miracle Theater, will present a bilingual performance of Canta Y No Llores at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, and Multicultural Services has 20 reserved tickets. Visit the Office of Student Life (third floor of Stevens) and pay cash or check for a $10 ticket. This is half off the regular cost.

Every fall, the dead are commemorated in a lively show of dance, music and theatre in Portland’s longest-running Day of the Dead celebration. This year, in honor of Oregon’s 150th birthday, Los Muertos return singing familiar tunes that hearken back to another era when times were tough and tradition was one of the few things folks could call their own. For online info, visit milagro.org.

This is opening night and the audience is invited to stay afterward for a complimentary reception catered by a local restaurant.

For accommodations or questions, contact Shelley Yonemura, director of Multicultural Student Programs, at syonemur@georgefox.edu or stop by Student Life.

Graduate school is emphasis of several upcoming events

Monday, October 5th, 2009

Interested in grad school? Be sure to check into any one of a number of events being offered next week:

  • Join Career Services in the “Career Commons” blog at careers.georgefox.edu, where the topic will be on grad school information and questions between Oct. 12-23
  • On Tuesday, Oct. 13, a “Getting Into Grad School” prep-shop will be held in Hoover 210 from noon to 1 p.m. and is available by webinar at that same time
  • On Wednesday, Oct. 14, a Seminary Fair is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Hoover’s lower lobby
  • Career Center graduate school resources and guidance available in Stevens 220.

Questions? Contact Career Services at careers@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2330.

Getting into grad school is subject of presentation, webinar Oct. 13

Monday, October 5th, 2009

Career Services is hosting a prep-shop and webinar on getting into grad school from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, in Hoover 210. Led by Career Services graduate assistant Chloe Lee, who has an MA and is also a  PsyD student at George Fox, the event will cover using a time line for admissions; taking the grad exams; selecting grad schools; preparing a curriculum vitae, cover letter and essay; obtaining recommendations; finding financial aid; and practicing for an admissions interview.

The prep-shop will be available by webinar at that same time. Contact Career Services at careers@georgefox.edu or ext. 2330 ASAP to get on one of our lists. The webinar has limited slots and is reserved for distance School of Professional Studies audiences first, but there will be a webinar waiting list available for Newberg campus participants. The deadline to sign up is noon Monday, Oct. 12.

UPDATE – Poll for The Crescent

Monday, October 5th, 2009

Sorry about the previous link, but this is the updated link for The Crescent poll about biblical interpretation:

http://bit.ly/3V3CKn