Freshman Class Representatives voting Sept. 24

Monday, September 22nd, 2008

Attention Freshmen: The time has come to elect your two Class Representatives.

Come to the SUB on Wednesday, September 24 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and let your voice be heard!

Adopt-a-Grandparent applications available

Monday, September 22nd, 2008

If you are interested in spending some much-needed quality time each week with a resident from Friendsview, become involved in Adopt-a-Grandparent. Applications are located on the wall outside the Christian Services Office across from the Bruin Den.

Applications are due Friday, Sept. 26 to the Christian Service Office or to box #4329.

Questions? Contact Megan Harding at mharding05@georgefox.edu.

Internship and volunteer fair set up in Hoover Wednesday

Monday, September 22nd, 2008

Career Services invites students to seek out internship opportunities at the Internship and Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 24, in the Hoover Atrium. Stop by anytime between 9:30 a.m. and noon with resume in hand. Refreshments will be served.

GFU Dance Company information meeting Oct. 3

Monday, September 22nd, 2008

The George Fox University Dance Company is a contemporary, Christian arts dance group with a mission to honor and glorify God through the art of dance.

Come to the pre-audition information meeting Friday, Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bruin Den to learn about the company and our upcoming auditions. Information packets and applications will be available at that time.

Visit our blog at http://gfudanceco.blogspot.com and join our facebook group!

Two actors needed for musical

Friday, September 19th, 2008

The theatre program is still looking for 2 men to help complete the ensemble for our fall musical “Thoroughly Modern Millie.”

Rehearsals begin, Monday Sept. 22 at 8 p.m. in Wood-Mar Auditorium.

If you are interested in being involved in the show please contact Rhett Luedtke at rluedtke@georgefox.edu as soon as possible.

Facing the Giants Bible Study Thursday evenings

Friday, September 19th, 2008

Please join us every Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. in Lemmons 13 for the Facing the Giants Bible Study. We will watch clips from the movie, and look at Bible passages addressing the different topics.

Contact Jordan Schatz at jschatz05@georgefox.edu for more information.

Main Event Sept. 20

Friday, September 19th, 2008

Come to the Main Event Saturday, Sept. 20 at 8 p.m. in the Wheeler Gymnasium. Compete with other living areas to prove your area worthy of a gold medal!

Contact your RA for more information.

Bruin Heritage Week returns Sept. 29-Oct. 3

Friday, September 19th, 2008

The second annual Bruin Heritage Week, sponsored by the Bruin Heritage Society, is coming Sept. 29 through Oct. 3. More information will be provided soon.

Hulbert, Sherwood speak at Peace and Justice Symposium Sept. 23

Thursday, September 18th, 2008

The university community is invited to a Peace and Justice Symposium from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23, in the Special Collections Room on the second floor of the Murdock Learning Resource Center.  Refreshments will be provided beginning at 7:15 p.m.

Melanie Hulbert (Sociology) and Steve Sherwood (Religious Studies) will share how they implement peace and justice in their disciplines, in their families and in their lives.

Greenroom to be held in Wood-Mar Sept. 18

Thursday, September 18th, 2008

Greenroom begins Friday, Sept. 18 from 10:40-11:30 a.m. Greenroom is a time of student-led worship and fellowship. It’s a great way to end the busy week and begin a blessed weekend.

Please note: This week Greenroom will be held in Wood-Mar Auditorium.

Reporters wanted for the Crescent

Thursday, September 18th, 2008

The Crescent is hiring experienced writers as reporters for the 2008-2009 school year. This is a chance to get your work printed in a publication and build your resume.

Journalism experience desired.  This is a paid position.

Email crescent@georgefox.edu for more information.

Winners of Serve Day Activities Fair drawing announced

Thursday, September 18th, 2008

Serve Day organizers wish to send a congratulations to prize winners for the Serve Day Activities Fair drawing. Winners may pick up their prizes at the Office of Spiritual Life. Please congratulate the following:

  • Morgan Davie (a new 80GB Classic iPod), complimentary of the University Store
  • Sarah Hoffman (iTunes gift card)
  • Fred Liddell (iTunes gift card)
  • Terah Pugh (iTunes gift card)
  • Brittany Murray (University Store gift certificate)
  • Mary Lane (University Store gift certificate)
  • Alicia Orlob (University Store gift certificate)

Sophomore events Sept. 19 & 20

Thursday, September 18th, 2008

Attention Sophomores!

Friday, Sept. 19 from 8-10 p.m. will be the first Evening of Black and White in the Stevens Center. Come for great music, good food, great prizes, and conversation. Semi-formal attire in black and white is encouraged. This event is free!

Saturday, Sept. 20 at 10:30 a.m. a Pancake Feed will be held in the Stevens Center followed by thoughts from Neal Ninteman on life calling and vocation. Stick around for workshops on internships, study abroad, and discernment.

Questions? Email sophomore@georgefox.edu.

Free french fries given out in Bruin Den Sept. 19

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008

To help celebrate the arrival of a new deep fryer and to help satisfy the craving of many who have had to go without for the past four weeks, Bon Appetit will be giving away free french fries this Friday, Sept. 19, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Bruin Den. Many thanks to Mike Radar, who has expedited the process and got us back up and running.

Pizza Chat: Getting Internships Sept. 19

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008

Don’t leave George Fox without an internship.

Come to Career Services (located on the second floor of Stevens) Friday, Sept. 19 from noon-1 p.m. and find out how an internship may hold the keys to your best future.

Unlock your dreams. Unlock employment opportunities. Unlock experience. Unlock great rewards through internship.

Please register at http://www.georgefox.edu/offices/career_services/rsvp/PizzaChatI.html by 10 a.m. Friday.

Optimal Resume Cafe Sept. 18

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008

It’s not too late or too early to take advantage of Optimal Resume, an online suite of job-search preparation tools. Optimal Resume is available to George Fox students for their entire time at Fox plus six months for only $25.00.

Join Darren Noble in the Bruin Den Thursday, Sept. 18 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Bring your lunch and spend some time learning to use Optimal Resume. You’ll be glad you did and so will we!

For more information, call Career Services at ext. 2330.

Greenroom to be held in Wood-Mar Sept. 19

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008

Greenroom worship service will be held in Wood-Mar Auditorium this week. Come and join us Friday, September 19 at 10:40 a.m.

Security Services hosts forum on campus safety Sept. 19

Wednesday, September 17th, 2008

The campus community is invited to join Ed Gierok (Security) for an informal talk session on “Staying safe on and off campus — tips and hints from your security services department.” The session is scheduled from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, in the Cap and Gown Room. There also will be a chance to win $5 coffee cards.

Stay tuned for additional topics such as ID theft, binge drinking, etc. to be presented in the following weeks.

– Security Services

Internship and volunteer fair scheduled for Sept. 24

Tuesday, September 16th, 2008

Career Services is hosting an internship and volunteer fair from 9:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Sept. 24, in the Hoover Atrium. The event will provide students with an opportunity to find internships and gain work experience. Refreshments will be provided, and students are encouraged to bring their resumes.

Swing Dance Club begins Sept. 17

Tuesday, September 16th, 2008

GFU’s Swing Dance Club is kicking off the year with their first weekly gathering this Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. in Wheeler 211.

Each week we will gather to teach a lesson and dance. All skill levels are invited, whether you have tons of dance experience, no dance experience, or two left feet. Come and learn!

This week we will have special guest Larry Peacock of Stumptown dance teaching the lesson. You won’t want to miss this. All lessons are free and no partner is required.