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 This is a reminder about the University Bookstore’s “Board†Sale this Thursday thru Saturday, October 18 – 20. Save 20% on all GFU items (except diploma frames).
“Get Your Passport Day” will take place on the Newberg campus next week. The details:
Passport Day (new or renewal)
Date: Thursday, Oct 25
Location: Cap and Gown A
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The U.S. Postal Service will be on site to take photos and help fill out paperwork. If you already have your photo, they will help with the paperwork.
You need to bring both of these items:
Payment is by check only – no money or credit cards accepted. Two checks will be required (one to USPS and one to the State Department).
Questions? Call Ext. 2555
The Academic Resource Center will host an American Psychological Association workshop from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, in EHS 102. The session will cover APA formatting for citations and references. Stephanie Meagher, a master’s student in the university’s counseling program, will be the presenter.
For more information, e-mail Rick Muthiah (Academic Resource Center).
Voters’ pamphlets are available for students and employees in the lobbies of the three campus post office locations: Beebe, Student Union Building, and North Street Annex. Get yours today and read about the upcoming election on Nov. 6, 2007.
– Mail Services
Lutheran Volunteer Corps representative Kristin Nordmark will be in the Student Union Building (SUB) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, to provide information about the organization.
A community of faith, LVC is a national volunteer service organization that unites people to work for peace and justice. For one year, volunteers live together in intentional community, practice simple and sustainable living, and work in stipended, full-time positions at social justice organizations.
The lost and found tables are coming. If you have lost an item since the beginning of school, come to the Bruin Den between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. next Monday or Tuesday, Oct. 22-23, to check the tables for your lost item(s). All items not claimed by their owners will be donated to charity on Tuesday after 2 p.m.
Ladies, Selah 2007 is now online for you! So take a look.
Each of our speaker’s sessions were recorded and are now available for you to access online http://www.georgefox.edu/selah/
You will need to access them using the following:
Username: uncoveringjoy
password: selah2007
These podcast files cannot be copied or sold.
Don’t miss out on a great thing!
Vickie Kilber, mother of Patrick Kibler, a student killed by a drunk driver in 2004, will visit campus for the Student Life-sponsored “Your Dash – What Are You Doing With It?” alcohol-awareness week event at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, in Hoover 105.
Those in attendance will receive gift certificates for a free meal at Wendy’s.
All students, faculty and staff interested in getting a flu shot are welcome to schedule one through the university’s Health and Counseling Center. The center’s flu clinic will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25, and from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 31.
The Health and Counseling Center is located in the Woodward House on campus. Call the center at ext. 2340 for more information or to make an appointment.
After the squirrel sabotaged campus on Saturday, KFOX became one of the casualties. The scheduled programming was unable to be aired. (Yes, we know you missed the Monday morning edition of the John and Jere Show.)
However, thanks to the efforts of Josh Nauman, Jared Ocker and Jim Fleming, KFOX is back on the air.
Monday’s shows should continue on schedule.
This weeks edition of the John and Jere Show will be aired on Tuesday morning at 8 am. It likely be rebroadcast later Tuesday night: 11 pm.
Be sure to listen to the other fantastic shows on KFOX:
Mondays
8 am – The John and Jere Show
7pm – Tyler Dexter
8 pm – We are the Spartans
9 pm – The Cheese Stands Alone with Lauren Hatch
10pm – Rebroadcast of the John and Jere Show
Tuesdays
7 pm – The Force with Jason Marsh and Ian Becker.
9 pm – 3 Nails, No Duct Tape
Wednesdays
8 pm – House of Ninja – John Goldwood
9 pm – Wagon Girls
Thursdays
5 pm – Everyone’s Critic with Alyssa Ott
7 pm – The Hamster Ball with Ben Niccum
8 pm – DJ Haze
Fridays
1 pm – Sam and Jordan
4 pm – Rock in the Box
The rest of the time, tune in for an excellent selection of music!
Undecided? Unsure about your major? Come eat pizza and hear from Bonnie Jerke, Director of Career Services on “How to Decide on a Major” Friday, October 19 12noon – 1pm.
FREE Pizza, soda and great information. There will be plenty of time for Q & A as well.
Please RSVP to careers@georgefox.edu before Thursday, October 18 at 5pm.
Need help with your resume? Have questions?
Bring your resume, cover letter, and/or questions to the Bruin Den Thursday, October 18 11:00am – 1:00pm. Darren Noble, Associate Director for Career Services, will be available to provide specific help and answer questions.
Contact Christee Wise cwise@georgefox.edu in Career Services for more information.
Monday, October. 15 Northwest Theological Seminary will have a representative in the Bruin Den to provide information to and answer questions regarding NTS.
Tuesday, October. 16 Vector Marketing will be recruiting for entry-level positions and providing information about the company. A rep will be in the Bruin Den from 10am-2pm.
Thursday, October 18 Lutheran Volunteer Corp will have a representative in the Bruin Den to provide information about opportunities in ministry.
Contact Christee Wise cwise@georgefox.edu in Career Services for more information.
Thinking about Becoming a Teacher? Contact MAT Admissions Counselor Beth Molzahn for an appointment at bmolzahn@georgefox.edu or 503.554.2264.
The Master of Arts in Teaching program at George Fox is offered on a full time and part time basis and results in both a teaching license and master’s degree.
Ian Symmonds of Ian Symmonds and Associates, Inc. will visit the Newberg campus on Monday, Oct. 15, to conduct open sessions with all staff and administrators and host small, informal focus groups with faculty and students.
Ian Symmonds and Associates is a consulting firm that specializes in analysis-based strategic marketing and planning for a nationwide client base of independent schools, colleges, universities, and nonprofits. President Robin Baker and the board of trustees selected the firm to guide the university through a strategic planning process to prepare the university for the future.
For your convenience, two sessions will be held for all staff and administrators. These 45-minute sessions will address strategic issues facing the university, hopeful outcomes of the planning process, and key distinctive elements of the institution. These open sessions are designed to give everyone a voice and opportunity to contribute to the planning process. Open sessions for all staff and administrators are scheduled for the following times in Wood-Mar Auditorium:
8:30 – 9:15 a.m.
9:15 – 10 a.m.
All staff and administrators are encouraged to attend one of the sessions.
Faculty and student sessions:
Small focus groups have also been scheduled for both faculty and students on Monday; those participants have received a schedule for times and locations. An open session for all faculty and future focus groups will be scheduled at a later date by Symmonds and Associates.
Faculty, staff, and students are all represented on the Strategic Planning Steering Committee, and the whole of the university will be more engaged with planning during the winter and spring.
Questions?
Faculty: Becky Ankeny, Ext. 2146
Staff and Administrators: Sharon Pilon, Ext. 2115
Students: Krissy Findley, Ext. 2325
Share your culture by having a “booth†at the Cultural Fair, Tuesday, October 30, from 3:00 – 5 p.m. in the EHS atrium. At your booth you may choose to share your culture through music, dance, videos, pictures, crafts, games, and, of course, the all-time favorite, FOOD. So come join the fun!
If you are interested in having a booth at the Cultural Fair, please email or call Dianna McIntyre (ext. 2649) or Alex Pia (ext. 2643) by Monday, October 22. We can reimburse you up to $30 for expenses if you give us your receipts.
The University Store is hosting a “board sale” Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 18-20, in honor of the fall board of trustees meeting on Friday and Saturday. Drop by and save 20 percent on all George Fox items (except diploma frames).
Friday, Oct. 12, 7 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Whitman, Wheeler Spots Center/Miller Gym
Saturday, Oct. 13, 7 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Whitworth, Wheeler Spots Center/Miller Gym
Sunday, Oct. 14, 12:30 p.m. – Men’s Golf in GFU Five-Way Tournament, OGA Course, Woodburn, Ore.
For more information, contact the sports information office at ext. 2926.
Fri., Oct. 12, 7 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Whitman, Wheeler Spots Center/Miller Gym
Sat., Oct. 13, 7 p.m. – Volleyball vs. Whitworth, Wheeler Spots Center/Miller Gym
Sun., Oct. 14, 12:30 p.m. – Men’s Golf in GFU 5-Way Tournament, OGA Course, Woodburn, Ore.
For more information, contact the sports information office at ext. 2926
The Newberg campus will take its mid-semester holiday on Friday, Oct. 12. No classes will be held, and the university’s offices, bookstore, switchboard, and library will be closed. The Portland and Boise sites will remain open.
