Ticket sales for “Portraits of Courage” begin Jan. 26

Friday, January 23rd, 2009

Portraits of Courage: African Americans You Wish You Had Known is a 65 minute play that discusses African Americans who have been influential to the development of America, but typically fly under the radar of history lessons. These six people have all played a pivotal role in American culture and history and this show gives the audience the ability to learn and appreciate them in an engaging and entertaining light.

A discussion will follow the show.

Tickets go on sale Monday, January 26 and may be purchase in person at the GFU bookstore box office or by calling ext. 3844.  All GFU students may receive one free ticket by reserving a seat through the GFU Bookstore.  The play features reserved seating starting at 6:30 p.m. Outside community members are invited.

Prices: 
$8 adults, $6 seniors/alumni, $5 students with ID

For further information about this show visit: http://willandcompany.com/poc/index.shtml.

Bruin Brawl results

Friday, January 23rd, 2009

It was a rip roarin’ spirited spectacle on the Quad!  Freshmen dominated the Class Pride points.  Suited up with colors, capes, and kryptonite they were ready to earn those points.

Jerred Marshall led the offensive for the Sophomores.  Enrique Ruiz got Bruin Jr. off campus with the help of David Dillow on defense.

Updated Points:
135   Freshmen
145   Sophomores
20    Juniors
50    Seniors

The next Bruin Brawl will be on Monday, February 16 during Homecoming Week.  Until then, the hunt is on!

Print Services announces price reduction for color copies

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

Print Services is proud to announce the reduction in the cost of producing color copies. Prices still will include the paper of your choice from the many colors and types available on a daily basis. Prices will range from 40 cents per side to 10 cents per side based on the total number of letter size copies. We also have new pricing for legal and tabloid sizes, and transparencies.

Call ext. 2550 with any questions regarding your printing needs or e-mail Print Services at printservices@georgefox.edu.

Group hosts Scripture-reading marathon on campus next week

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

Join the group Timothy’s Charge in the “tent of meeting” as we read through the Bible aloud in the quad from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, through the end of the week. Entitled “Josiah’s Gift,” the project will continue with a rotation of readers until finishing with Revelation (projected to be Friday or Saturday).

Sign up in the Bruin Den this Friday, Jan. 23, or at the tent itself starting Monday for a half-hour time slot to be a part of the proclamation of God’s Word on campus.

Pizza Chat rescheduled to Jan. 30

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

The Pizza Chat: “Gap Year & Global Opportunities” originally scheduled for Friday, January 23 has been moved to Friday, January 30.

Looking for Great opportunities to learn by working overseas?  Planning to take a break after graduation? 

Join us in Career Services Friday, January 30 from noon to 1 p.m. for free pizza, soda, and informative discussion about how to plan and make the most of “Gap Year” and Global Opportunities.  

RSVP to careers@georgefox.edu by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, January 29.

Wanted: Bass player for Chapel Band

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

Do you play electric bass? Would you like a chance to play in chapel?

There is currently an opening on one of the GFU chapel bands for an electric bass player. This is a volunteer position and an audition is required. 

If you’re interested in this opportunity to serve God through music, please contact Ben Tissell at btissell07@georgefox.edu and schedule an audition.

Music & Munchies Coffeehouse features Rwandan Enric Sifa Jan. 23

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

The Multicultural Club and Multicultural Services are hosting Rwandan Enric Sifa for a Music & Munchies event from 9 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23, in Klages Dining Room.  Cost is free for all GFU students.

Sifa was orphaned by the tragic events of the 1994 genocide and its devastating impact to his country. At age 9 he began to live on the streets. At 14, through music, Enric committed his life to God. Today at the age of 21, Enric has composed more than 60 songs in both his Kinyarwanda language and English. He has appeared on Rwandan TV and radio, performed for government dignitaries, and toured three times in the United States with the music group Hindurwa. Enric released his first solo CD in December 2007.

Check him out:  http://www.enricsifa.com/.

Performing Arts hosts Students in Recital, senior recitals Jan. 30-31

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

The university community is invited to the first Students in Recital of the spring semester from 12:40 to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30, in Bauman Auditorium. Please join the Department of Performing Arts in supporting our music students as they present their work.

The department also will be hosting two senior recitals in Bauman Auditorium next week. The first will be presented by flautist Emily Blanshan at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30. The second will be presented by flautist and mezzo-soprano Rachael Swafford at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31. There is no admission charge for the recitals.

Spanish Chapel Jan. 23

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

Please come to a special once a month chapel designed for students interested in worshiping and learning about God in Spanish Friday, January 23 at 10:40 a.m. in Hoover 105. Contact Cara Ediger cediger05@georgefox.edu or Erin Meneley emeneley07@georgefox.edu for details.

Theatre Honor Society presents a Wonderfully Theatrical Weekend Jan. 29 & 31

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009

It’s time for APO’s wonderfully theatrical weekend!

Come to the Choir Room Thursday. January 29 at 7:00 p.m. to hear from students and professionals about theatre opportunities beyond Fox. 

Then Saturday, January 31 at 7:00 p.m. visit Wood-Mar Theatre for a night of entertainment – short plays written, directed, and produced by George Fox students in only 24 hours.

Orientation Co-Coordinator applications due Jan. 30

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009

Orientation Co-coordinator applications are due to the Student Life Office by Friday, January 30.

Applications for Orientation Co-Coordinator, Orientation Committee and the newly combined Orientation Leader/Peer Advisor roles are now available at http://www.georgefox.edu/offices/student_life/orientation/index.html.

Questions? Contact Joel Perez at jperez@georgefox.edu or Meredith Dougherty mdougherty@georgefox.edu.

Christian Camp Day Jan. 29

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009

Looking for a summer job with a purpose? 

Check out Christian Camp Day on Thursday, January 29 at from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the EHS Atrium.  There are many camps from all over the Northwest coming to meet you!  Positions are available in youth counseling, adventure camping, horse camping, challenge course facilitation, kitchen staff, housekeeping, and more.  Check it out and find your calling!

Spiritual Formation Exemption forms due Jan. 23

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009

Anyone who is applying for spiritual formation exemption must do so no later than 5:00 p.m. Friday, January 23.  For more information contact Kayin Griffith in the Office of Spiritual Life, located in the Sheridan Street House, at ext. 2320 or kgriffith@georgefox.edu.

Advertise events on KFOX radio, website

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009

Want to advertise an event on KFOX radio and on its website? Visit kfoxradio.georgefox.edu and go to announcement requests. Please make sure you make requests two weeks before the event (if possible) so we have ample time to get it broadcast and posted to the website.

Reminder – Representative from Internation Schools of China on Campus Thursday (Jan. 22) and Friday (Jan. 23)

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009

A representative from the International Schools of China will be on the Newberg campus from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Jan. 22-23, in the Student Union Building.

Each year, ISC seeks a number of teachers who are passionate about their relationship with Christ, committed to teaching, and open to serving God in China for a minimum of two years. The organization is seeking teachers with state or Association of Christian Schools International teaching credentials.

ISC is a network of six international schools in China. Its schools are K-12 and use English-language instruction, and students are the children of Christian tent-makers, international business people and diplomats. They come from a wide range of countries, with the majority from Asia (South Korea, Japan, Singapore, etc.). By Chinese law, ISC is not permitted to admit Chinese students.

ISC’s employment package includes:

* A two-week pre-field orientation here in the United States
* Airfare to China at the beginning of the two-year term and back at the end of the term
* Furnished housing
* A monthly stipend (salary)
* Medical and evacuation insurance
* Chinese language training
* Retirement benefits (beginning the third year of service)
* Master’s degree program (beginning the third year of service)

Elementary class limits are 20 students. Local Chinese teaching assistants work alongside foreign teachers in the classrooms. To learn more, visit teachwithisc.com or contact Cindy Fox at c.fox@ldius.org.

Pizza Chat: “Gap Year & Global Opportunities” Jan. 23

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009

Looking for great opportunities to learn by working oversears?  Planning to take a break after graduation? 

Join us in Career Services Friday, January 23 at noon for free pizza, soda, and an informative discussion about how to plan and make the most of “Gap Year” and Global Opportunities.  

RSVP to careers@georgefox.edu by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, January 22.

Urban Services begins Jan. 23

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009

To all students looking for an opportunity to hang out with cool people in Portland and Salem and make a difference for the Kingdom of God, now’s your chance.  Urban Services is starting up again.  Come to the Bruin Den Friday, January 23 at 5:00 p.m. for Salem and 5:30 p.m. for Portland and let our homeless friends know that you care. 

For more information contact Rachel Knower at rknower06@georgefox.edu.

Residence Life applications due Jan. 29

Tuesday, January 20th, 2009

Want to be an RA or AAC for the 2009-10 academic year? 

Apply today!  Visit http://reslife.georgefox.edu to access application materials. Applications are due to the Student Life Office Thursday, January 29. 

Email reslife@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Rwandan singer visits campus for ‘music and munchies’ Jan. 23

Tuesday, January 20th, 2009

The Multicultural Club and Multicultural Services are hosting Rwandan Enric Sifa for a “music and munchies” event from 9 to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23, in the Klages Dining Room.

Sifa was orphaned by the tragic events of the 1994 genocide and its devastating impact to his country. At age 9 he began to live on the streets. At 14, through music, Enric committed his life to God. Today at the age of 21, Enric has composed more than 60 songs in both his Kinyarwanda language and English. He has appeared on Rwandan TV and radio, performed for government dignitaries, and toured three times in the United States with the music group Hindurwa. Enric released his first solo CD in December 2007.

Bon Appetit continuing peanut butter ban until further notice

Tuesday, January 20th, 2009

As an update to the FDA’s peanut butter recall, the list of suspected products contaminated with salmonella has increased to now include several retail snack and ice cream items. Brands affected include Little Debbie, Perry’s Ice Cream and several items produced by Kelloggs. Nationally branded grocery store jars of peanut butter have not been included in the recall.

There is currently a great deal of concern about products containing peanut butter because the salmonella bacteria has been found in products produced by the Peanut Corporation of America plant in Blakely, Ga. Those products were, in turn, shipped to other food manufacturers and were used in the production of a wide variety of candies, crackers, cookies and other items.

To ensure the safety of the items we purchase and make from scratch, Bon Appetit is continuing its ban of all peanut butter and related products.

At this point, it’s impossible to predict how long this ban will go on. We will keep everyone informed as we receive daily updates from the FDA and our distributors.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. Additional information can be found on the FDA website.