Want to spend a semester abroad? How about in Uganda?
Come to the Go-Ed Africa Informational Meeting Wednesday, Jan. 30 from 7:00-9:00pm in the Foxhole.
Students from previous semesters of Go-Ed Africa will be there to answer questions, show photos, and tell stories about this incredible semester abroad program.
For more information contact Charith Norvelle at cnorvelle04@georgefox.edu.
Look for the racquetball sign-up sheet in the Student Union Building on the intramural bulletin board today. Sign-ups will be open for the rest of January. The tournament will begin on February 1. All levels of players are welcome.Â
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Email Tyler Robison at trobison06@georgefox.edu for questions.
The university will close Monday, Jan. 21, to observe the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. There will be no day or evening classes or chapel services at the Newberg campus, Portland Center, or Salem Center. Also, the university’s offices, libraries, and bookstores will be closed.
A service trip to Portland is scheduled Monday, with transportation leaving from the Stevens Center lot in Newberg at 9 a.m. The trip will include visits to the Burnside Rescue Mission and the Next Step Transitional Facility. Call Burel Ford (Multicultural Services) at ext. 2318 or via e-mail (bford@georgefox.edu) for more details.
The 2007 Oregon income tax booklets have arrived and are available for students and employees in the hallway by Mail Services and the Print Room, located in the North Street Annex.
There are two kinds:
Capstone Booking Presents ISSAKAR Concert
When: Saturday, January 26, 2008
Where: Bauman Auditorium
Time: 7:00pm
Price: $10.00 per ticket- You can get the tickets in the Bookstore
Contact Cherie Beck for discounted tickets at Cbeck04@georgefox.edu
“I only have 50 tickets at a discounted rate so make sure you get them fast.”
Come down to the Foxhole Sunday through Thursday nights from 7:00-11:00pm for coffee, milkshakes, smoothies and cookies!
The Foxhole is located downstairs in the SUB.
Interested in coordinating Orientation for new students in the Fall?
Applications will be available in the Student Life office beginning Tuesday, January 22 for Orientation Co-Coordinator and due Friday, February 1.
Contact Joel Perez at jperez@georgefox.edu with questions.
Friday, Jan. 18, 6 p.m. – Women’s basketball vs. Lewis & Clark, Wheeler Sports Center/Miller Gym
Friday, Jan. 18, 8 p.m. – Men’s basketball vs. Lewis & Clark, Wheeler Sports Center/Miller Gym
Contact the sports information office at ext. 2926 for more details.
Reminder:
All Residence Life application materials are due to the Student Life Office this Friday, January 18 by 5:oopm.
Contact Megan Marsh at mmarsh@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
All George Fox University students (undergraduate and graduate), as well as alumni from the class of 2007, are invited to apply for the honor of presenting a project during the reception prior to the March 7 inaugural dinner for the university’s 12th president, Robin E. Baker, PhD.
Selected applicants will be invited to attend the inaugural banquet and will give casual presentations to attendees during the reception hour, answering questions and explaining their projects when people approach them.
Multicultural Club wants YOU to come kick off the New Year with us Thursday, Jan. 17, 7:30pm at the Commuter Lounge (Moore House).
Have some hamburgers, hotdogs, and finger-lickin’ fun! Bring your favorite side dish to share, if you like, and we’ll provide the rest.Â
Hope to see you all there!
Brewin’ Calendars, a senior capstone project to benefit the Patrick Kibler Memorial Fund, are available for purchase. Cherish your memories throughout the year with a personal calendar. Simply send 13-plus pictures to brewincalendars@gmail.com and they will be designed and delivered within a week.
The price is $12.99. For added customizations, such as personalized dates, the cost is $14.99 (group rates available).
Due to heavy class loads this semester, the Fitness Center will not be open for general use Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Please do not ask to be an exception to this rule.
Students who are eligible to change their meal plan must do so no later than Friday, January 18 at 4 pm. All changes must be made through your Bruindata account.
KFOX RADIO IS BACK!
Two brand new shows will be showcased with live radio, free cocoa, free t-shirts, free CD’s, and awesome drawing prizes sponsored by the GFU bookstore!
Stop by the corridor between the SUB and the library Wednesday, Jan. 16 between 7:00-9:00pm to hear the unique sounds of:
“Big Whoop” with Alyssa Ott and Dave Rickey
and be reminded of the good ol’ days with:
“The Hour of Ninja” with DJ Ninja (John Goldwood).
Take a moment to unwind with the stars and bring some cocoa back to your homework!
You are cordially invited to join in the celebration of MLK during the week of Jan. 21-25 in the following events:
Jan. 21: Service day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rescue Mission, Next Step Transitional Facility and the Wherehouse.
Jan. 22: “Beloved Community” with Steve Sherwood (Religious Studies) in Hoover 105, 7-8 p.m.
Jan. 23: Chapel with singer Julianne Johnson, accompanied by Michael Allen Harrison and a message from Matt Hennessee
Jan. 24: Film and discussion on MLK, EHS 102, 7-8:30 p.m.
Jan. 25: Serve with Urban Ministries, meet in Bruin Den at 6 p.m.
Volunteers are needed to help with Kaleo 2008, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 23. Volunteers will be needed at various times. Volunteers will receive a $10 discount off of their registration and a free Kaleo T-shirt. For more information, contact Amy Lorenz (Alumni Relations) at alorenz@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2134.
Join us in honoring MLK Day with a day of service on Monday, Jan. 21. Service opportunities include the Burnside Rescue Mission and the Next Step Transitional Facility. Transportation will be provided from the Stevens Center lot at 9 a.m., with arrival back at George Fox scheduled for approximately 4 p.m. Please call Burel Ford (Multicultural Services) at ext. 2318 or via e-mail (bford@georgefox.edu) for more details and to sign up.
Religious Studies is hosting an “Intellectual Feast” from 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15, in the Hoover Lounge. The program:
“Contemplating Epiphaniesâ€
Kendra Irons and Creative Non-Fiction
What do a tractor and communion have to do with each other?
Come and find out …
Interested in Bruin Heritage Society?
Remember how fun the Freshman Mystery Bus Tour was? Or when the alumni sang the school song in chapel? Or when you or your friends sat in a van for 17 hours? Well, it’s a new semester, and the Bruin Heritage Society is getting started up again to provide many more events for you to enjoy.Â
The Bruin Heritage Society works to connect students with alumni, promote school spirit, and promote an appreciation for the rich tradition and history of George Fox University.
If you’d like to be involved, contact Emily Rastovich at ext. 2132 or at bruinheritage@georgefox.edu.
