ISSAKAR concert – Jan. 26

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008

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.”

Mark Terry leads discussions on ceramics exhibit

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008

Mark Terry (Visual Arts) has planned the following events in connection with the current ceramics exhibit now up in the Minthorne Gallery:

  • Wednesday, Jan. 30, 11:40 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Mark will tell stories and demonstrate connections between the pieces on display and the artists who made them.
  • Friday, Feb. 1, 7-8 p.m. – Mark will lead a panel of guest artists in a discussion about the pieces on exhibit with additional stories and discussion of connections.

Both events are free and open to the public.

Students present Winter One-Act Festival Jan. 31-Feb. 2

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008

The theatre department is presenting the student-directed Winter One-Act Festival Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 31 to Feb. 2, in Wood-Mar Auditorium. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. each evening. Come and support these students as they act, direct, and design this event.

The cost is $6 for students, $8 for seniors and alumni, and $10 general admission. Buy tickets online, at the University Store, or by phone at ext. 3844. Students get in free on Thursday night (Jan. 31) if they get their ticket ahead of time from the bookstore.

Orientation Co-Coordinator applications available Jan. 22

Friday, January 18th, 2008

Interested in coordinating Orientation for new students?

Applications will be available in the Student Life office beginning Tuesday, Jan. 22 for Orientation Co-Coordinator and due Friday, February 1.

Contact Joel Perez at jperez@georgefox.edu with questions.

Steinfeldt Peace Studies Scholarships available via Bruindata

Friday, January 18th, 2008

Students returning for the 2008-09 year and who have an active interest in peace and justice issues and/or have been involved in addressing these issues are invited to apply for the Hazel Steinfeldt Peace Studies Scholarship. There are 3 or 4 scholarships of up to $3,000 each for the coming academic year. 

Log on to Bruindata for more information and to fill out an application. Applicants must write an essay about your interests and get a faculty recommendation that supports your application. Turn in your essay and recommendation to Lon Fendall, Director of the Center for Peace and Justice, Box 6262. 

As for other GFU scholarships, the application deadline is Friday, Feb. 1.

Questions?  Call Lon at ext. 2685 or stop by his office on the first floor of Stevens near the Registrars’ office.

Go-Ed Africa informational meeting – Jan. 30

Friday, January 18th, 2008

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.

Intramural racquetball sign-ups available

Friday, January 18th, 2008

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. 
 
Email Tyler Robison at trobison06@georgefox.edu for questions.

University closed Jan. 21 to observe MLK’s birthday

Thursday, January 17th, 2008

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.

Oregon income tax booklets available

Thursday, January 17th, 2008

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:

  • Full-Year Residents
  • Part-Year Residents and Nonresidents

ISSAKAR concert scheduled for Jan. 26

Thursday, January 17th, 2008

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.”

Foxhole is now open

Thursday, January 17th, 2008

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.

Orientation applications available beginning Jan. 22

Thursday, January 17th, 2008

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.

Bruin home athletic events in week ahead

Wednesday, January 16th, 2008

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.

Residence Life applications due Jan. 18

Wednesday, January 16th, 2008

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.

Students invited to participate in presidential inauguration

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008

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.

Additional information    Online application

Multicultural Club New Year kick off BBQ – Jan. 17

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008

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. 

Hope to see you all there!

Senior capstone project offers personal calendars

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008

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).

Fitness Center closed to general use during specified hours

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008

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.

Meal Plan Change Deadline – Friday, January 18 at 4 pm

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008

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.

  • Please contact Megan Marsh in the Student Life Office if you have any questions.
  • mmarsh@georgefox.edu
  • 503-554-2311

KFOX Cocoa Party – Jan. 16

Monday, January 14th, 2008

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!