The IDEA Center will not be hosting drop-in hours on Monday, Oct. 23, due to an all-day meeting. If you are in need of assistance from a CAP Coach or Career Coach, be sure to schedule an appointment with us by calling 503-554-2330 or visiting our front desk.
All are welcome to the next International Business Institute informational meeting, scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 25, in Hoover 102.
The International Business Institute is designed specifically with business in mind for a unique study abroad experience. The program incorporates the international dimensions of business and culture by integrating academic study with international field experience. The program is 10 weeks in length and includes periods of residence in key locations as well as coordinated visits and presentations in the major political and economic centers of Russia, The European Union, India and China.
Though the meeting begins at 4 p.m., stop by anytime during the session to learn about these exciting opportunities that build skills and competency in global business and cultural awareness, a critical need for today’s business careers.
Contact Annette Nemetz (anemetz@georgefox.edu) for more information.
Hey everyone! There will be a Coast to Coast swing dance in the FoxHole this Saturday, Oct. 21! All experience levels are invited, and we hope to see you there!
The dancing will begin at 6:30 p.m. and go to about 9 p.m. Contact Justin Chang (jchang15@georgefox.edu) for more information.
The Intercultural Resource Center is hosting the second annual Voices Conference at George Fox on Oct. 20-21! This multicultural leadership conference is open to people from all backgrounds and cultures. Our vision is to create space for students, faculty, staff and community members to engage in meaningful conversations about being multicultural leaders in an increasingly diverse society.
We will feature keynote speaker Leroy Barber, who will join other nationally renowned speakers in leading workshops and discussions regarding social justice, leadership and diversity. You can register here. For more information about specific times and locations, check out our webpage.
Students: There is chapel credit and chapel elective credit offered for attending this event; the amount will vary based upon participation in both Friday and Saturday’s activities (Friday worship: two chapel credits; Saturday workshops: one credit elective per session, up to four elective credits total).
Contact Rachel Leong (rleong16@georgefox.edu) or the Intercultural Resource Center (irc@georgefox.edu) if you have questions.
Hope to see you there!
Come encounter the intimate presence of God in a night of prophetic worship tonight (Thursday) between 7 and 9 p.m. in the Prayer Chapel. Feel free to come and go at any time.
We hope you will feel God’s presence and experience a breakthrough in your life!
Contact Cayla Bleoaja (cbleoaja16@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
We know you all have been stressed out with mid-terms. Maybe some time to simply chill is just what you need! So, come take a study break and hang out with us in the Intercultural Resource Center at 7 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 21, for a “Boba Night!”
Questions? Contact Lydia Pia (lpia15@georgefox.edu).
The university community is invited to Art Talk this Monday, Oct. 23, as printmaker April Flanders speaks about her work from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Chehalem Cultural Center (415 E. Sheridan St.).
In her current work, Flanders ponders the implications of a globalized landscape using a variety of media, including printmaking, painting, drawing and installation. As a classically trained printmaker, she employs ink on paper to create compelling rhythms with color, texture and repetition using a variety of print methods. She is more completely engaged, however, when she challenges the boundaries of traditional printmaking by cutting, folding and sculpting her prints so that they take shape beyond the frame.
There will be food and drink at the talk, as well as a question-and-answer time. In addition, after the lecture there will be an open invitation at the Lindgren Gallery to view her work.
Contact Elizabeth Herrera (herrerae16@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
This Saturday is the biggest game of the season for our football team until playoffs! Linfield is ranked No. 7 and George Fox ranked No. 19 in the nation. ASC is selling tickets to the game through today (Thursday) in the ASC office for $2. With this ticket you get a bus ride to the game, entrance into the game and lunch provided at that game!
Support your Bruins and enjoy some football this weekend! Kickoff is at 1:30 p.m.
Contact Jordan Caddel (jcaddel15@georgefox.edu) with questions.
The Student Concert scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 26, in the Bruin Den has been moved from 6 p.m. to later that night, at 9 p.m. Same place. Same concert. Just later that day!
Contact Alaina Hill (ahill15@georgefox.edu) for more information.
Click the link below to fill out a short survey about the use of umbrellas on campus.
Thanks for your feedback!
-Â AJ Falkner (afalkner15@georgefox.edu)
Disclaimer:
These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.
Ever wonder what it would be like to buy groceries on campus? Take this survey and let us know your thoughts about implementing this idea!
Thanks for your input!
– April Olson (aprilo15@georgefox.edu)
Disclaimer:
These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.
Don’t forget to join the Center for Peace and Justice tonight (Thursday) for our second colloquia in the Environmental Peace series. Paige Parry from our biology department will speak on “Ecology: The Epistemology of Creation.”
The event begins at 7 p.m. in Hoover 102. There will be good snacks, and elective chapel credit is available!
Contact Elizah Stephens (estephens13@georgefox.edu) for more information.
Marketing Communications is looking for a talented individual to work in collaboration with the university photographer to create photo content and help with social media projects. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their photography portfolio, gain new marketing skills, learn about social media, and gain photo experience in a variety of settings.
The position is open only to students able to work evenings/weekends. Application requirements are available on Handshake. Email Sarah Small at ssmall@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Commuters: Please take this availability survey (it’s only one question) to help us determine which days we should have commuter lunches next semester.
Please note: We cannot accommodate all schedules; however, we can do our best. Thanks for taking the time to complete this. Watch the Daily Bruin for next semester’s lunch dates to be announced.
Thank you!
-Â Kristi Welker (kwelker@georgefox.edu)
Bruin Cards are here! This year, the cards are in two formats:
The digital and print card have the same 15 offers. The digital card may have extra offers from time to time.
Please note: You must show your Bruin Card or the digital Bruin Card to receive the discount. Please do not just show the merchant(s) your George Fox ID card or say you are from George Fox. You must show your Bruin Card. Please be respectful of the generous businesses who are offering these discounts by following these guidelines.
Midterm grades are important indicators of how you are doing in your classes. While they are not a part of your permanent record they are important to pay attention to. In some cases, midterm grades represent about half your grade in the course. If you have questions, you should check with your professors. It is vital to know where you stand in each of your classes.
Midterm grades are meant to encourage you to get in touch with others: your professor, your advisor, your CAP Coach and/or the Academic Resource Center.
The worst thing to do about midterm grades is to ignore them or to assume you can improve them on your own.
Professors do want to meet with you. Do not hesitate to make an appointment with each of them.
Midterm grades are due by Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017. You should plan to check your midterm grades after this date.
To check your mid-term grades in MyGFU:
Now you need to determine what to do next:
 Contact your professors. Faculty are not required to enter midterm grades. You are advised to check with each of your professors about your status in their class. Consider whether to withdraw from one or more courses if it looks likely that you’ll get an F (or maybe even a D).
The last date to withdraw is Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017 (without grade responsibility).
You can usually go below being enrolled in 12 credit hours (at this point in the semester) without impacting your financial aid or housing. However, you should contact representatives in these departments to be certain:
Withdrawal results in a “W” on your transcript but does not factor into GPA. If you were to get an F, it would impact GPA.
Confirm any thoughts of withdrawing from classes with your advisor. Meet with each professor, especially those teaching courses you’re struggling in. Even if your professor doesn’t post midterm grades, find out from the professor what your grade is. Meet with your advisor to discuss options.
Use labs, help sessions and the ARC. If you think you might have a learning disability, have some assessment done. Contact the Health and Counseling Center at 503-554-2340 or stop by their office on South River Street.
Plan well for spring semester. Contact your CAP Coach to get advice about spring semester. Not sure how to take the next step? Email studentlife@georgefox.edu.
All graduating seniors (for December 2017 commencement) are invited to stop by the Stevens Center Atrium on Wednesday, Nov. 1, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to pick up their cap and gown at the Exodus Grad Fair!
Contact Audrey Lichten (alichten@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
Are you interested in China and Chinese culture?
The Internationalization Consortium invites you to participate in the Winter 2018 Rising Star Study Tour from Jan. 7-20, 2018, in Beijing, China. Forty American students, along with students and faculty members from Chinese higher vocational colleges, will participate. Activities will include workshops on student artistic creation and design, site visits and cultural experiences.
The application deadline for this winter study tour is Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
Please contact Lynn Scott (lscott@georgefox.edu) for the application and financial aid information.
Come encounter the intimate presence of God in a night of prophetic worship tomorrow (Thursday) between 7 and 9 p.m. in the Prayer Chapel. Feel free to come and go at any time.
We hope you will feel God’s presence and experience a breakthrough in your life!
Contact Cayla Bleoaja (cbleoaja16@georgefox.edu) with any questions.
We know you all have been stressed out with mid-terms. Maybe some time to simply chill is just what you need! So, come take a study break and hang out with us in the Intercultural Resource Center at 7 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 21, for a “Boba Night!”
Questions? Contact Lydia Pia (lpia15@georgefox.edu).
