All invited to Shalom tonight in Canyon Commons

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

Come join us for Shalom tonight (Tuesday) for a time of fellowship, rejuvenation and real conversation. We meet at 8:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

Hope to see you there!

Catch your favorite Bruin athletes at home this week

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

You’ve only got a few chances left to see Bruin athletes at home this fall. This week’s home athletic events are:

  • Friday, Oct. 27, 7 p.m.: Men’s Soccer vs. Whitworth
  • Saturday, Oct. 28, 2:30 p.m.: Football vs. Lewis & Clark
  • Sunday, Oct. 29, noon: Women’s Soccer vs. Lewis & Clark
  • Sunday, Oct. 29, 2:30 p.m.: Men’s Soccer vs. Whitman

Visit athletics.georgefox.edu for more information.

Intramural sign-ups available online for 3-on-3 basketball and dodgeball

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

Intramural sign-ups for both 3-on-3 basketball and dodgeball are now available online at this link. Registration closes this Friday, Oct. 27, at 5 p.m. If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact Mark Nathlich at mnathlich14@georgefox.edu.

This is open to both students and employees!

All invited to coffee and conversation with U.K.-based peace consultants today

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

Internationally known peace and mediation consultants John and Diana Lampen will be on campus today (Tuesday) as guests of professor Paul Anderson. The Lampens are visiting from the United Kingdom. Interested students and faculty are encouraged to join them for coffee and conversation from 1 to 2 p.m. in the Bridge Cafe.

For more information, contact Paula Hampton (ext. 2650) in the College of Christian Studies.

Special guest Hannah Glavor leads worship this morning in chapel

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

Today (Tuesday) in chapel we have the treat of having Hannah Glavor for a beautiful time of worship. We are excited to enjoy this nice little break before our next series starts.

Come join us for a wonderful worship time and meaningful message! We’ll see you at 10:50 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium!

‘Idea Ninjas’ invite you to celebrate with them tomorrow night

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

Join us tomorrow night for food, games and giveaways!

All are welcome to join the “Idea Ninjas” as they celebrate the launch of the After Hours Project. The Idea Ninjas are a group of George Fox students who create, develop and deliver innovative ideas in higher education. The After Hours Project aims to create more 24/7 access to spaces on campus for students and staff, for both leisure and study.

The party will have food, games and more than $1,500 in prizes. The event is this tomorrow night (Wednesday) from 8 to 11 p.m. in the Bruin Den. The first 25 to arrive will receive a gift card to the new coffee kiosk in the library.

Contact Bethany Villero (bvillero@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Survey: Food Trucks

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

Do you love or hate food trucks? Please help our local Newberg food truck plaza by filling out this quick survey.

Food Truck Survey

Thank you!
– Alicia Dethlefs (adethlefs14@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.

Space still available in free stress management class

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

Learn strategies to manage and overcome your stress and anxiety! Develop the skills to be free from unnecessary worry and fear.

A stress management class will run for three weeks, one hour per week, and is free! Classes begin tomorrow (Wednesday) from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Health and Counseling Center classroom. Subsequent classes meet on Nov. 1 and Nov. 8.

Space is limited to the first 15, so call 503-554-2340 to sign up.

Survey: Shopping Online

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

Click the link below to fill out a short survey about shopping online and companies you would like student discounts for.

Shopping Online Survey

Thanks for your feedback!
-Tori Horner (thorner17@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.

Commuters: Join the Commuter Life Facebook Group

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

Are you a commuter? Join the new Commuter Life Facebook Group!

The purpose of the group is for ASC staff to communicate events to commuters, and for commuters to be able to communicate with one another. It’ll allow all of you to stay updated with everything that’s happening on and off campus.

Just go to this George Fox Commuter Life page and request to join. Then feel free to post anything you want to announce to the commuter population!

Questions? Email Bailey Sauls (bsauls15@georgefox.edu).

Business industry expert speaks at Portland Center tomorrow night

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

George Fox alumni, current students and employees are invited to hear from business industry expert Mike Van Wyk tomorrow (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. in Portland Center’s Room 155.

Mike has more than 20 years of consumer research and brand-building experience at large companies like Proctor Gamble and currently is the VP of customer research and insights for Capital Group. He will speak on the topic of purpose-driven brand building. A Q&A session will follow.

Coffee and desserts will be served. The event is free, but please register here. The event is being hosted by the College of Business and the Business Leadership Society.

Check out the Moleskine journals in the Bruin Store

Monday, October 23rd, 2017

For years Moleskine journals have led the way in quality and innovation. The Bruin Store has a wide selection of Moleskine journals, including our new novelty themed Star Wars, Minions, Snow White and Peter Pan journals.

Check them out while supplies last. Follow us on Instagram @the_bruin_store.

Call now to reserve spot in free stress management class

Sunday, October 22nd, 2017

Learn strategies to manage and overcome your stress and anxiety! Develop the skills to be free from unnecessary worry and fear.

A stress management class will run for three weeks, one hour per week, and is free! Classes begin this Wednesday, Oct. 25, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Health and Counseling Center classroom. Subsequent classes meet on Nov. 1 and Nov. 8.

Space is limited to the first 15, so call 503-554-2340 to sign up.

Give your feedback on the Community Garden

Sunday, October 22nd, 2017

Have you been to the Community Garden? George Fox has a Community Garden a few blocks from campus that many people have been involved with over the years. If you are one of these people, we’d love love to hear from you!

Please take a minute to answer this quick survey about how you have been impacted by the community garden. If you haven’t been there before, we still appreciate your feedback.

Thanks so much!
– Jamie Barrett (jbarrett14@georgefox.edu)

Interested in studying business abroad? Check out Wednesday meeting

Sunday, October 22nd, 2017

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.

Kevin Kopple speaks at final Bruins LEAD gathering of the semester

Sunday, October 22nd, 2017

Come to the final Bruins LEAD event of the semester! This is open to anyone and everyone who wants to become a better leader. Snacks will be provided!

The final session meets tomorrow night (Tuesday) from 8:40 to 9:40 p.m. in Hoover 105. Kevin Kopple, an assistant baseball coach and director of game management, will be our guest speaker.

Questions? Contact Elise Trask at etrask@georgefox.edu. Both students and employees are welcome!

Today is deadline to register for ‘Industry Insiders’ talk on Wednesday

Sunday, October 22nd, 2017

What do Amazon, IBM, Proctor & Gamble, Coca-Cola, Disney and Dove have in common? They embrace purpose-driven branding – a business model that defines success by financial performance and making a positive impact on the world.

Today (Monday) at noon is the deadline to register for the next College of Business Industry Insiders event. featuring corporate executive Mike Van Wyk. He’ll explain why the most powerful brands of the future will be those that drive the most meaningful social change.

The talk is set for this Wednesday, Oct. 25, from noon to 12:50 p.m. in Canyon Commons 103. Come enjoy a free lunch and hear from this expert in consumer understanding and brand building. All George Fox employees and students are welcome. Please register at this link.

Contact Colleen Sump (csump@georgefox.edu) with questions.

Make plans to see ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ this week

Sunday, October 22nd, 2017

Did you miss last week’s performances of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream? Come join our theatre department for one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies this week.

Student tickets are free for Thursday, Oct. 26. Bring your student ID to the door.

The show runs in Wood-Mar Auditorium Oct. 26-28 at 7:30 p.m., and will also include a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, Oct. 29. Reserve your seat online and bring your George Fox ID with you to show at the door. You may also purchase additional tickets online. Tickets are also available for pick-up at the box office in the Bruin Store (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.).

Note: Closed captioning will be available for the final two shows, on Oct. 28 and 29.

For more information, visit this page. See you at the show!

FoxTALE has scheduled maintenance early Wednesday morning

Sunday, October 22nd, 2017

FoxTALE will be unavailable from 6 to 8 a.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, Oct. 25, for scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Don’t forget tomorrow’s ‘French Cheese Night’ in Bruin Den

Sunday, October 22nd, 2017

Join the Vive la France Club in the Bruin Den for French Cheese Night! Cheese from different regions of France will be served by the club along with a side course on knowledge of each cheese.

We will be hanging out tomorrow (Tuesday) from 7 to 8:30 p.m., so swing by for a delicious study break.

Questions? Contact Kristina Peterson (petersonk15@georgefox.edu).