A new, state-of-the-art rock wall is being proposed to the Associated Student Community to be built. It would be located next to Wheeler, where the third racquetball court was to be constructed, overlooking the amphitheatre. We are trying to get feedback on what you think about the proposal to build this rock wall. Please take less than five minutes to fill out this survey at surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=KCBKykf1utPQmg7pRasoUA_3d_3d
If you have not already done so, please sign and turn in your January timesheet to your supervisor no later than Monday, February 2. Payday is Tuesday, February 10.Â
Thanks very much for your attention to this.Â
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Learn about the issue of racism in Portland through the film Grandma Zula’s Legacy at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, in EHS 102 (note room change) on the Newberg campus. Meet the film’s creator and producer through a talkback discussion.
Please come a few minutes early to enjoy munchies and get a seat. Free for all students.
George Fox Evangelical Seminary and Shapevine are co-hosting “Recalibrating Concepts of Church” from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4, in Bauman Auditorium.
Authors Len Sweet, MaryKate Morse, Frank Viola, Alan Hirsch, and Dan Kimball will discuss their books and engage in conversation with each other and the audience. Lance Ford will moderate. Online registration is available at seminars.georgefox.edu. An optional $15 roundtable dinner and book-signing event is scheduled afterwards from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
When sending an order via e-mail to Print Services, you are now able to send it directly using Print Services’ e-mail address. Several employees are aware of this and have been using it, while others have always sent orders directly to Elizabeth Holme. Due to the quantity of orders now coming by electronic transfer, the two e-mails have been separated.
To send a work or supply order to Print Services, use printservices@georgefox.edu. To send “other†communications, use Elizabeth’s e-mail (eholme@georgefox.edu). Both e-mails are checked throughout the day.
“Thy Kingdom Come” missions week is scheduled on the university’s Newberg campus Feb. 2-4. Leroy Barber, president of Mission Year, will speak, and the theme of the week is “Where is the Love?”
Schedule
Monday, Feb. 2
Chapel with Leroy Barber, 10:35-11:30 a.m.
Movie showing of Ordinary Radicals, with an introduction by Leroy Barber
9 p.m., Hoover 105
Tuesday, Feb 3
Evening session with Leroy Barber,
9 p.m., Hoover 105
Wednesday Feb 4
Chapel with Leroy Barber, 10:35-11:30 a.m.
Missions Faith: Learn how you can get involved, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cap and Gown Room
Let all that you do be done in love: 1 Cor. 16:14
George Fox student designers will showcase their fashion creations as their models strut down the runway at a fashion show in the west end of the Student Union Building at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28. No entry fee, but donations are welcome. Dress to impress; no jeans please.
W-2s are being mailed to students that worked in 2008 Friday, January 30 to the same addresses student employees’ paychecks are sent. For most students, this is the campus box. Your W-2, which states your earnings and any taxes withheld for the 2008 calendar year, will be needed to file your tax return(s) that are due by April 15 each year. The W-2 also provides information needed to complete the FAFSA.
When you receive your W-2, be sure to keep it in a safe place. A replacement W-2 will require a written request and a $5.00 replacement fee. There may also be a two-day turnaround to process a replacement W-2.
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Oregon income tax booklets and forms are available in the hallway at Mail Services. The orange booklet is for part-year resident/nonresident and the blue booklet is for full-year resident. There are no federal forms or booklets available at Mail Services. They are only provided online.
Textbooks don’t tell all.Â
Where did racism take place in the 1940-70’s? Was it just in the South? Have you ever heard about the stories from Portland? Expand your knowledge with an exciting film and a discussion with the producer and filmmaker.Â
Come see Grandma Zula’s Legacy, a documentary film about racism, community service and activism, Monday, February 2 at 6 p.m. in Stevens 208. This film includes anecdotes from those who actually lived the struggle and arose triumphant. Please be sure to arrive a few minutes early so the movie can start on time.
Free for all students!
If you are currently an undergrad student receiving financial aid and are planning to be married soon, it may benefit you to wait to file the 09-10 FAFSA until after you are married. Your dependency status cannot be changed after you file the FAFSA.
Please make an appointment to see your financial aid counselor for a review.Â
Your counselors are:Â
Last Names: A-G Chris Schlarbaum, 503-554-2234
Last Names: H-O Marla Sweningson, 503-554-2294
Last Names: P-Z Terri Crawford, 503-554-2231
Volunteers are needed to help set up and run the first home track meet of the season on Saturday, Feb. 28. Please contact head coach John Smith (jsmith@georgefox.edu) if you are interested in helping out.
This is a reminder to pick up your free ticket for the play “Portraits of Courage: African Americans You Wish You Had Known,” scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, in Bauman Auditorium.
The presentation portrays six African Americans — Ida B. Wells, Lewis Latimer, Colonel Young, C.J. Walker, Bass Reeves and Fannie Lou Hamer — who were influential to the development of America but are typically overlooked in the history books. There will be a discussion afterwards.
Students and employees may pick up their complimentary ticket at the University Store. Outside community members may purchase tickets at a rate of $8 for adults, $6 for seniors/alumni, and $5 for students with ID. Tickets may be purchased in person at the bookstore or by calling 503-554-3844. The play features reserved seating starting at 6:30 p.m.
More information about the play is available at willandcompany.com/poc/index.shtml.
Various students and alumni will be hosting a workshop for those interested or who have questions about pursuing a career in theatre beyond George Fox. It is scheduled from 7 to 8:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, in Ross 208. Admission is free, and snacks will be provided.
Join Alpha Psi Omega Saturday, Jan. 31, for the culmination of its 24-Play Festival. In a period of 24 hours, George Fox students will write, direct, act, and produce three plays. Come celebrate our theatre students’ work at 7 p.m. in the Wood-Mar Auditorium. Admission is free.
Come learn the basics of APA style for citations and references Thursday, January 29, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Hoover 102. Bring yourself, a writing utensil, and an engaged mind to this hands-on workshop. No pain involved, we promise!
For more information contact Sara Kelm at skelm05@georgefox.edu.
This year the Homecoming King and Queen will be announced in a new way at the beginning of Homecoming Week at the Homecoming Coronation Ceremony Sunday, February 15. This is a semi-formal event with live music, complimentary dessert, presentation of the Homecoming Court, and the crowning of the King and Queen.
Tickets are free for this event, but are required in order to attend. Tickets will be available in the SUB from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. from February 2-13.
If you have any questions about this, or any other Homecoming events, contact your Class Representatives: http://www.georgefox.edu/offices/asc/supremecourt.html.
Friday, Jan. 30, 6 p.m. – Women’s basketball vs. Whitworth, Wheeler Sports Center
Friday, Jan. 30, 8 p.m. – Men’s basketball vs. Whitworth, Wheeler Sports Center
Saturday, Jan. 31, 4 p.m. – Women’s basketball vs. Whitman, Wheeler Sports Center
Saturday, Jan. 31, 6 p.m. – Men’s basketball vs. Whitman, Wheeler Sports Center
Please note that Saturday games are two hours earlier than usual to allow for Whitman travel time that night. All four games will have KFOX radio, live video streaming, and LiveStats available online. Visit the Bruin athletics home page or basketball teams’ home pages for links to each.
For more information, contact the sports information office at ext. 2926.
This is a final reminder of Department of Performing Arts events scheduled for this week. On Friday, the first Students in Recital of the spring semester is scheduled from 12:40 to 1:30 p.m. Also on Friday, a senior recital by flautist Emily Blanshan is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. A second recital will be presented by flautist and mezzo-soprano Rachael Swafford on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. All events are in Bauman Auditorium and admission is free.
Looking for information on what resources are available to university students and employees? The newly revamped Resources webpage has the most popular links used by students and employees — Bruindata, E-nnouncements, Employee Directories, and many other commonly used locations. Visit georgefox.edu/resources_for/index.html.
