Student Survey

Wednesday, February 19th, 2014

This survey was designed for my senior sociology research project and it aims to discover the link between social networking and parent-child relationships in college. Your responses will remain anonymous and your input is greatly appreciated.

• Social Media Use in College and Its Role in Parent-Child Relationship Closeness

Questions? Contact Lauren at lpena10@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 tomorrow’s test-taking workshop

Wednesday, February 19th, 2014

Do tests drive you crazy? You read the book, did the assignments, studied the night before, and still didn’t do as well as you wanted on your test. What else can you do? Tomorrow (Friday), the Academic Resource Center will host a session, “How to Get A’s on All Your Tests (or at Least Become a Better Test-Taker),” from 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. in EHS 125.

The session was originally scheduled for earlier this month but had to be rescheduled because of our snow day on Feb. 7.

Rick Muthiah, associate director of learning support services, will cover several strategies for improving performance on tests.

Questions? Contact Muthiah at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu or ext. 2314.

‘Toxic chemicals in everyday life’ discussed Monday

Wednesday, February 19th, 2014

All are invited to next week’s Liberal Arts and Critical Issues lecture event on  Monday, Feb. 24, when Jen Coleman, outreach director for the Oregon Environmental Council, speaks from 7 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 105. The presentation ties into our theme “State of the World.”

Coleman will present “Toxic Chemicals in Everyday Life,” in which she will discuss the fact that a wide range of toxic chemicals are measurable in the bodies of 97 percent of the U.S. population. Who is responsible for creating this chemical burden, and who pays the price? Coleman will discuss the current state of health science and policy initiative related to toxic chemical management.

The same session is presented from 4:40 to 5:40 p.m.; however, it is recommended that the general public attend the evening session, if possible.

Questions? Contact Paul Otto at ext. 2676 or potto@georgefox.edu.

Tamales on sale tomorrow in Bruin Den

Wednesday, February 19th, 2014

Don’t forget to swing by the Bruin Den tomorrow (Friday) for homemade chicken tamales! Students in the ENPR 300 class are selling them for $2 each, so be sure to support your student entrepreneurs at George Fox.

Tamales will be available for purchase during lunchtime, from 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. We have a limited supply, so get them before they’re gone!

Students for Life group hosts prayer vigil this Monday

Wednesday, February 19th, 2014

The Students for Life group on campus will host a prayer vigil this Monday, Feb. 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Prayer Chapel. We will be lifting up the issues of life to God in prayer.

To learn more, write StudentsForLifeGFU@gmail.com.

“Prayer lays hold of God’s plan and becomes the link between His will and its accomplishment on earth. Amazing things happen, and we are given the privilege of being the channels of the Holy Spirit’s prayer.” – Elisabeth Elliot

“Men may spurn our appeals, reject our message, oppose our arguments, despise our persons, but they are helpless against our prayers.” – J. Sidlow Baxter

Join us for Chinese lab today in Lemmons 5

Wednesday, February 19th, 2014

Don’t forget the International Club’s Chinese lab happening today (Thursday) at 6:30 p.m. in Lemmons 5. The topic will be on Lunar New Year/ Valentine’s Day!

For more information, contact us at gfu.international.club@gmail.com.

Join us for snacks, friendship and fun! All are invited.

Entrepreneurship class hosts T-shirt sale

Wednesday, February 19th, 2014

Members of Team V.C.R. in the Entrepreneurship 300 class are offering the opportunity to customize your own T-shirt. Pre-orders are now being accepted.

Currently, two shirts are available for customization: tie-dye shirts and shirts with custom graphics. For the tie-dye shirts, we will most likely have two packaged kits to choose from – one containing everything you need to make your own shirt and a second, less expensive kit with all the necessary supplies except for the shirt itself. Both kits will likely cost under $10 apiece.

For custom graphics shirts, we are open to accepting custom designs that you submit and we place on your T-shirt. The only requirements are that designs need to be George Fox appropriate and not a trademarked logo such as the Nike swoosh. The designs also need to fit on one piece of paper. These shirts will most likely cost around $10 each.

If you are interested in either of these options, contact Christopher Kampmann at kampmannc13@georgefox.edu. When placing an order for the tie-dye shirts, let him know your kit preference and, if purchasing a shirt, your shirt size. If ordering a custom graphics shirt, send him your shirt size and graphic.

The option that receives the most pre-orders is what we will most likely sell. We would also like to personally reach out to any sports teams or clubs that would like to have their own custom shirt.

Kenn Willson performs Beethoven pieces tonight in Bauman

Wednesday, February 19th, 2014

Don’t forget tonight’s (Thursday’s) concert in Bauman Auditorium. Kenn Willson, a Bösendorfer Educational Artist and professor of music history and keyboard studies, will present his “Encounters with Beethoven” concert at 7:30 p.m.

Employees and students are entitled to one complimentary ticket each. They can be picked up in the Box Office located in the Pennington House. Additional tickets may be purchased on this page.

Willson will perform German Dance #1, Sonata Op. 31 #3, Sonata Op. 27 #2 (“Moonlight”) and Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee (Tune: Ode to Joy).

Interested in missions? Hear from Tanzania missions director Friday

Wednesday, February 19th, 2014

Are you interested in missions as a career or are you looking to invest yourself in a summer or year-long internship? Attend one of Roger Newell’s classes tomorrow (Friday), either at 11:40 a.m. (Hoover 208) or 1:40 p.m. (Stevens 101) to hear Steve Vinton, director of Village Schools, as he tells his story of building schools in Tanzania.

Steve will be sharing the story of his mission to recruit teachers for the schools he builds in Tanzania in a partnership model with the villages as well as what can be accomplished to help educate children who otherwise would not have the opportunity to go to school.

Hope to see you there!

Questions? Contact Rachel Arias at rarias10@georgefox.edu.

Race & Reconciliation: A panel discussion – Thursday, Feb. 20 – Chehalem Cultural Center

Tuesday, February 18th, 2014

February is African American History month, an opportunity to celebrate the outstanding contributions of the black community and the ongoing work of racial reconciliation. Bridging differences and challenging our own assumptions will always be an important and difficult task. Hear stories from our panelists and join the conversation on how to continue the everyday work of social justice and reconciliation in our own community. Our featured guest is Willie Richardson, president of the Oregon Black Pioneers.

Race & Reconciliation: A panel discussion
Thursday, February 20
7 – 8:30 pm
Chehalem Cultural Center lobby (415 E. Sheridan Street; 3 blocks from campus)
Presented in cooperation with the George Fox University Center for Peace and Justice.
FREE

Chinese lab makes return this Thursday

Tuesday, February 18th, 2014

The International Club is bringing the Chinese lab back! It will be this Thursday, Feb. 20, at 6:30 p.m. in Lemmons 5. The topic will be on Lunar New Year/ Valentine’s Day!

For more information, contact us at gfu.international.club@gmail.com.

Join us for snacks, friendship and fun! All are invited.

Interested in studying in Germany?

Tuesday, February 18th, 2014

Ambex, the Germany study abroad program, will be in the Bruin Den on Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to give information about their program.

If you can’t stop by, or have further interest in their programs, join them that evening (Wednesday) from 6 to 7 p.m. in Hoover 102.

Questions? Contact Lynn Scott at lscott@georgefox.edu.

Spring Serve application deadline is Feb. 26

Tuesday, February 18th, 2014

Spring break is coming up! Join a Spring Serve Trip and travel to Neah Bay, Wash.; Flying H Youth Ranch; Ghormley Meadows Christian Camp; Seattle; San Francisco; and the Yakima Indian Reservation. These trips go during the break. The cost is only $25 for the entire week, which includes food and transportation! The deadline to sign up for the trips has been extended to Wednesday, Feb. 26.

Applications can be found on the SpiL website on this page. We are also still seeking employee leaders.

If you have any questions or would like more information, contact Kyle Webster at kwebster12@georgefox.edu or Erika Lopez at elopez12@georgefox.edu.

Entrepreneurship students selling tamales Friday

Tuesday, February 18th, 2014

This Friday, Feb. 21, we’ll be selling homemade chicken tamales in the Bruin Den for $2 each! This is hosted by students in the ENPR 300 class and is supporting your student entrepreneurs at George Fox.

Tamales will be available for purchase during lunchtime, from 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. We have a limited supply, so get them before they’re gone!

All are invited to farewell event for Kayin Griffith on Feb. 27

Tuesday, February 18th, 2014

The university community is invited to Kayin Griffith’s thank you and congratulations party! We’ll gather from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, in the International Center/Cultural House.

Kayin, assistant director of SpIL programs, has accepted an exciting new opportunity as the director of advocacy and development for the organization Word Made Flesh. Join us as we celebrate her and bless her new endeavors!

Tickets on sale for Blazers/Lakers game on March 3

Tuesday, February 18th, 2014

The university’s International Club has 15 tickets for the Blazers game on Monday, March 3, against the Los Angeles Lakers. Tickets are $40 apiece, which includes transportation that evening.

Please contact Louis Liu (lliu11@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Premarital class offered through Office of Spiritual Life

Monday, February 17th, 2014

Are you in a serious relationship or engaged? SpIL is sponsoring a premarital class put on by Living Wholehearted! Classes start tonight (Tuesday), so sign up ASAP.

We will be talking about family-of-origin, marital expectations, intimacy (sexual, emotional, spiritual), finances and more. Only $20 for the four-week class!

Sign up at this link.

Dates and times:
Tuesday, Feb. 18 – 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 25 – 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Tuesday, March 4 – 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Tuesday, March 11 – 7:30 to 9 p.m.

For more information, email spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Deadline extended for SpIL internship applications

Monday, February 17th, 2014

Join the SpIL family next year as an intern. We have 13 open positions and would love to see if you are a great fit.

The application and detailed information about each internship can be found at GeorgeFox.edu/SpILApps. The deadline has been extended to Monday, Feb. 24, by 5 p.m. Begin your application today!

For more information, please contact the SpIL office at spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Men and women ‘Sex Talk’ discussions are tonight

Monday, February 17th, 2014

Join us tonight (Tuesday) for the annual “Sex Talk” at 9 p.m. Women will be meeting in Cap & Gown. Men will be meeting in Lemmons 8.

See you there!

Sadie Hawkins tickets are sold out

Monday, February 17th, 2014

Sadie Hawkins tickets have sold out. We are sorry for the limited number of tickets, but the Portland Spirit had a strict maximum capacity that we needed to follow.

Questions? Please contact ASC for more information.