The Daily Bruin

George Fox will host a Winter Choral Concert featuring the university’s Concert Choir, Women’s Chorale, and Chamber Singers on Saturday, March 8. The 7:30 p.m. concert will take place in Bauman Auditorium. Doors open at 7 p.m., and there is no admission charge.

The Chamber Singers, directed by Loren Wenz, will perform selections that include Let Joyful Anthems Rise by George Frideric Handel and Exultate Deo by Alessandro Scarlatti. The Women’s Chorale, directed by Gary Frame, will sing Music, Spread Thy Voice Around by George Frideric Handel, Omnia Sol (Let Your Heart Be Staid) by Z. Randall Stroope, and A Girl’s Garden (from Frostiana – seven Country Songs) by Randall Thompson (words based on poem by Robert Frost).

The Concert Choir, directed by Wenz, will include Praise, My Soul the King of Heaven by Henry Francis Lyte and It is Well With My Soul by Philip P. Bliss among its seven selections.

The inauguration of Robin Baker as the 12th president of George Fox University is this Thursday and Friday, March 6-7. This event marks a significant milestone in the life of the university and a tremendous opportunity for the entire community to come together in celebration. We hope that you will participate in the events of Robin’s inauguration, as they are designed for the entire George Fox family, particularly students and employees.

Schedule of Events
Thursday, March 6
1 p.m. – Student art exhibit opening reception
Roger and Mildred Minthorne Gallery & Donald H. Lindgren Gallery

4 p.m. – Installation ceremony
William and Mary Bauman Auditorium
Doors open at 3:30 p.m.

5:45 p.m. – Celebration dinner
Student Union Building; Ron Gregory Atrium in EHS; Stevens Center Atrium; Hoover Atrium

Each building will have the same menu, musical performances, and special inaugural activities. All students and employees are invited to attend. Employees may bring one guest with them to the dinner. (For additional guests, please contact University Relations at ext. 2131.)

Friday, March 7
10:40 a.m. – Inaugural worship
William and Mary Bauman Auditorium
Students will receive spiritual formation credit for attending this service.

11:40 a.m. – Symposium
Kershner Lecture Hall, Hoover Academic Building

6:30 p.m. – Inaugural banquet for President Robin Baker featuring a showcase of George Fox students
Rolling Hills Community Church, Tualatin
Registration for this event is now closed.

Processional Information (for faculty)
All faculty, unless communicated with appropriate dean, will be processing in full academic regalia at the start of the installation ceremony at 4 p.m. on March 6. Faculty will gather in the Bauman Auditorium Greenroom starting at 3:30 p.m. and should be in regalia and ready to begin the processional at 3:45 p.m. The faculty processional will proceed down both center aisles. Faculty will be seated in the floor seats of the auditorium, not on stage. Mark Weinert will serve as faculty marshal.

Class Cancellations
All traditional undergraduate classes (including athletics) on the Newberg campus starting between 3:40 and 6 p.m. will be cancelled on Thursday, March 6, in order to allow students to attend and faculty to participate in the installation ceremony processional. Evening classes will resume at 7 p.m.

Changes to the class schedules for graduate and degree-completion classes in Newberg, Portland, and Salem are at the discretion of the individual departments. Faculty: please speak with your department head if you are uncertain of your situation and communicate appropriate class cancellations to your students.

Office Closures
All offices on the Newberg campus may choose to close at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, in order for employees to attend the installation ceremony and at 10:40 a.m. on Friday, March 7, in order for employees to attend the inaugural worship service. Offices should be open regular business hours during the rest of the inaugural schedule.

Webcast
The URL for the live streaming of the inauguration events is http://stream.georgefox.edu/live/inauguration.sdp. Three events will be webcast: the installation ceremony, the inaugural worship service, and the symposium.

Questions may be directed to Robby Larson, inauguration co-chair, at rlarson@georgefox.edu.

Paul Marshall, author of more than 20 books on religion and politics, will give a lecture titled “Understanding Radical Islam” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, in Hoover 105 on the Newberg campus.

Marshall is considered an expert on religious freedom and international politics, religion and politics, the Christian understanding of politics, and Islam and human rights.

In addition to the public lecture, Marshall will speak on “The Worldwide Church in the New Millennium” in Monday’s 10:40 a.m. chapel service in Bauman Auditorium. He also will speak that afternoon at 4:40 and 7 p.m. in a senior capstone class in Hoover 105 as part of a class lecture series titled “Liberal Arts: Critical Issues.”

Marshall is the author of more than 20 books on religion and politics, including Radical Islam’s Rules: The Worldwide Spread of Extreme Sharia Law (2005), The Rise of Hindu Extremism (2003), God and the Constitution (2002), The Talibanization of Nigeria (2002), Massacre at the Millennium (2001), and the best-selling, award-winning survey of religious persecution worldwide Their Blood Cries Out (1997).

Interested in an internship or work study position for the 2008-2009 school year?  Love to talk about George Fox?  Detail oriented and great with people? 

Come learn about an opportunity to work with prospective George Fox students through the Admissions Office.  An informational meeting will be held in the Bruin Den on Wednesday, March 5 at 8:00 p.m. 

Hear from current interns about their experiences in the Admissions Office, ask questions, and enjoy free cookies! 

If you have any questions, contact Dot Tobey at dtobey06@georgefox.edu or Erin Macy at emacy@georgefox.edu.

Looking for a professional, résumé building opportunity?

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is seeking qualified candidates to work as interns in the areas of admissions counseling, visits, and events during the 08-09 school year. This is a great opportunity to get a professional internship on campus! 

We are looking for professional, energetic, organized and detailed candidates who seek academic credit or qualify for federal student employment. 

Applications and detailed job descriptions are currently available online or can be picked up in the Office of Admissions. Applications must be returned to the Office of Admissions no later than Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.

Please contact Erin Macy (x2247) with any questions.

Attention Juniors!

Are you considering going to grad school? Now is the time to begin the process and to ask questions. Career Services wants to help you find your best future.

Come to the Pizza Chat Friday, March 7 from noon to 1:00 p.m. in Career Services (Stevens 325).  FREE pizza and soda provided.

For more information call ext. 2330 or RSVP to careers@georgefox.edu.

To next year’s Juniors:

Come to the Juniors Abroad Information Meeting
 
6:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Hoover Room 105
 
Please make every effort to attend this meeting. 
Information on how to register will be presented along with information on each course.

Paul Chamberlain
Director Juniors Abroad
pchamberlain@georgefox.edu

Do you love helping others uncover their potential? 
Do you like showing others ways to be a more effective and efficient student? 
Do your friends always come to you to look over their papers before they turn them in? 
Do you have a GPA above 3.0?

If you answered yes to these questions, you might have a future as an ARC Consultant in the Academic Resource Center.

Go to JobConnect (via BruinData) or http://www.georgefox.edu/arc/application.html for application information.  Applications are due Tuesday, March 18. 

If you have questions, contact Rick Muthiah (rmuthiah@georgefox.edu, x2314) or Polly Peterson (popeters@georgefox.edu, x2602).

The university’s library will be closed on Thursday, March 6, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for the inauguration of President Robin Baker.

The library will reopen at 5:30 p.m. and remain open until 11 p.m.

The Apple Store that is accessible via Bruindata’s menu bar now has recommended computer bundles with an additional George Fox discounted price. This is a good option for George Fox friends and family. The Computers Across the Curriculum laptop bundle that IT offers to students will include an additional discount.

University Mail Services will close early (3:30 p.m.) on Thursday, March 6, for the George Fox presidential inauguration ceremony.

Inside Promotions, a business capstone class, is offering a “Deal of the Week” with Jem 100 Ice Cream in Newberg. Just show your university ID and get $1 off ice cream cones or a free medium drink with the purchase of any entree. The business is located at 208 N. Main St.

Proceeds from the “Deal of the Week” program support the business capstone project. Questions? Contact Tyler Lacoma at tlacoma04@georgefox.edu.

Be a part of helping new students transition to George Fox while assisting a faculty member. Peer Advisor applications are now available in the Student Life Office. 

This is a paid position that does not require a student to qualify for work-study. Applications are due Monday, March 17 at the Student Life Office. 

Questions? Contact Joel Perez at jperez@georgefox.edu.

Join other MK’s and TCK’s in a get together on Monday, March 17 at 8:30 pm.

There will be homemade cookies and other snacks and beverages.

Join us for a game night or just hang out as we get to know each other.

Monday – March 17
8:30 pm
Commuter Lounge – also known as the Moore House on Sheridan Street.

For more information about MuKappa, contact Mark Kelley – kelleym07@georgefox.edu

Students are invited to apply to be part of the Share Praxis experience. This is a two year program that explores life, the Christian journey and ministy in the context of a small and intimate community (four sequential semesters, 16 credit hours).

Applications must be in by Wednesday, March 5.  Interviews will be held March 6.  The size of the group is limited.

If you have questions, contact Margaret Fuller in the Religious Studies Department (HVR 230).

Spring Fest ’08 is a time to enjoy the food, conversation and fun of the Religious Studies Department.

Please join us in the Religious Studies office on the second floor of Hoover Wednesday, March 12 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. as we color eggs, give away books, and share conversations between students and faculty.

Have you wandered around the track and wondered what was going on with the scaffolding on one end of the infield and the building construction on the other end? Here is your answer: Fred Smith (Plant Services) is leading the effort to get the height of the hammer and discus throw rings legal by welding 6-foot extensions onto the existing structure. Meanwhile, the old pole vault shed is being moved to the north end of the track to benefit the storage needs of the track team.

The University Store will close early (3:30 p.m.) on Thursday, March 6, so that all store employees can attend the George Fox presidential inauguration ceremony and dinner that follows.

Oregon voter registration cards are available on the table in the hallway of University Mail Services in the North Street Annex. The deadline for returning the registration cards, which allow you to vote in the Oregon May Primary, is April 29. These registration cards are to be used for registering to vote in Oregon and changing your name, address, and/or political party affiliation.

Now is your chance to see the Portland LumberJax!

President Robin Baker would like to treat you to a game of professional indoor lacrosse!

The game is Saturday, March 1, at 7:30 p.m.

The tickets for this game will be available at the front desk of the Student Life office. You can take as many tickets as you want as long as they are available.

Enjoy!!!