Sunday, November 26th, 2017
Want to know why your higher education matters? William Penn Honors Program Director Joseph Clair tackles the question head-on in his upcoming lecture, “The Lost Purpose of Learning,” on Thursday, Nov. 30 at 7:30 p.m. in Hoover 105. Signed copies of Clair’s most recent book, On Education, Formation, Citizenship, and the Lost Purpose of Learning, will be available for purchase at the event.
If you have questions regarding this lecture, contact Jocelyn Stein at jstein@georgefox.edu.
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Friday, November 24th, 2017
Now through Wednesday, Nov. 29, save big on George Fox gifts and apparel …
- 20 percent off one item
- 25 percent off two items
- 30 percent off three or more items
These discounts are offered online only at georgefoxshop.com. The offers are valid until 10 p.m. on Nov. 29. Excludes books, supplies, tech and clearance merchandise.
Go Bruins!
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Thursday, November 23rd, 2017
Now through Wednesday, Nov. 29, save big on George Fox gifts and apparel …
- 20 percent off one item
- 25 percent off two items
- 30 percent off three or more items
These discounts are offered online only at georgefoxshop.com. The offers are valid until 10 p.m. on Nov. 29. Excludes books, supplies, tech and clearance merchandise.
Go Bruins!
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Wednesday, November 22nd, 2017
Now through Wednesday, Nov. 29, save big on George Fox gifts and apparel …
- 20 percent off one item
- 25 percent off two items
- 30 percent off three or more items
These discounts are offered online only at georgefoxshop.com. The offers are valid until 10 p.m. on Nov. 29. Excludes books, supplies, tech and clearance merchandise.
Go Bruins!
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Tuesday, November 21st, 2017
The Portland Writing Center is seeking a new writing consultant who is enthusiastic about helping fellow graduate and adult degree students understand the components of effective writing. Portland Writing Center consultants are current adult degree-completion and graduate students who work four to eight hours per week meeting with students in face-to-face or online sessions at the Portland Writing Center.
Writing consultant duties include helping students with the following: (1) thinking through ideas for a writing assignment; (2) considering writing choices with regard to audience, focus, purpose, cohesion, and organization; (3) developing ideas with specific evidence; (4) improving research strategies; (5) applying proper documentation and formatting; and (6) understanding basic grammar and mechanics.
Click here for a consultant job description, and click here for a consultant application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For more information, contact Jennie Harrop, Portland Writing Center director, at 503.554.6024 or jharrop@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, November 21st, 2017
It’s time to renew your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)! Be sure to file your 2018-19 FAFSAÂ by Jan. 1Â to ensure you get next year’s financial aid package in a timely manner.
Questions? Contact the financial aid office at fa@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2302.
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Tuesday, November 21st, 2017
Want a merry and peaceful Christmas break? Complete your 2018-19 FAFSA! You are invited to a FAFSA workshop hosted by the George Fox financial aid counselors – our gift to you.
When:
- Wednesday, Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
- Monday, Dec. 11 (Dead Day) from 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Where: MLRC 20 (library basement computer lab)
What to bring:
- Your FSA ID (Don’t remember it? Find it at fsaid.ed.gov)
- Your 2016 W-2s and federal tax return
Sign up here so we know how many snacks to bring. Questions? Contact the Financial Aid Office at fa@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2302.
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Monday, November 20th, 2017
The physical therapy department is looking for volunteers to participate in a lab session on the lower extremities. If you have a problem with your hip, knee, ankle or foot, our lab is the place to be! Our doctor of physical therapy second-year students, along with faculty members, will be performing examinations and giving you direction on how to take care of your condition. Volunteers are needed for either a one- or two-hour session from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 28 at the Roberts Center.
Contact Linda Dallof at ldallof@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2451 to sign up. We hope you can join us!
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Sunday, November 19th, 2017
The holidays are just around the corner, and it’s a good time to review some personal safety tips. With finals and term papers looming, it is easy to get distracted and not pay attention to your surroundings, so keep these things in mind:
- Never walk with earbuds in or headphones on as you need to be aware of your surroundings and those around you.
- Walk with somebody, especially after dark.
- Call Security for an escort if you don’t have a friend or classmate to walk with after dark.
- Have your keys in your hand before leaving the building, and after checking the backseat of your vehicle, get right in and lock the doors.
- When approaching your vehicle, look to see if there are people loitering around it. If so, return to the building or store and ask Security officers to walk you to your vehicle.
- Try to avoid leaving any valuables in your car or trunk. Before depositing packages in your trunk, check to see if anybody is watching, and if so, keep walking until you can place them in there unnoticed.
- If someone approaches you while you are in your locked vehicle and preparing to leave, just go ahead and leave and do not engage them in conversation as it can be a ploy to attempt to get into your car.
- If somebody is following you in your vehicle, call 911, describe the vehicle and where you are, and tell them where you are heading and ask them to meet you there. Do not drive to your residence if somebody is following you! The same applies if you are walking on foot.
- When leaving your apartment or house for the holidays, arrange to have the mail either picked up by a friend, or stopped by the Post Office. Leave different lights on with timers, and have neighbors put away your garbage cans and pick up newspapers. Have all packages sent to your George Fox PO box for safekeeping.
These are just a few tips. We have many other informative handouts in the Security office on subjects like preventing identity theft, apartment safety, package and car theft prevention, and more. Stop by and check them out!
Questions? Contact Nadine Kincaid (nkincaid@georgefox.edu).
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Thursday, November 16th, 2017
The application deadline for International 2018 SpiL Trips to Kenya, Haiti, and Romania have been extended to Monday, Dec. 27. Discover how God is working in other parts of the world and serve alongside Christian ministries working abroad. Access the application forms at www.georgefox.edu/spiltrips. Simply scroll down to the trip you are interested in and click the links provided.
Questions? Contact Monik Kadarmanto (mkadarmanto@georgefox.edu).
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Wednesday, November 15th, 2017
If you are a veteran who will be graduating December 2017, congratulations!
If you would like to wear a Veterans Honor Cord during graduation, please email veterans@georgefox.edu and request the application. Honor cords cannot be issued to students who do not complete and submit the form. The deadline to submit the form is Thursday, Nov. 30.
Honor cords are sponsored by the Veterans United Association Club. Please direct all questions to veterans@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, November 15th, 2017
In the fall of 2016, we moved into Canyon Commons and would like your feedback as we evaluate future building projects! George Fox University and the architects for Canyon Commons (Hacker Architects) are requesting that you complete this 15-minute post-occupancy survey.
By participating, you will be entered into a drawing to win one of two $100 Amazon gift cards. Please enter your name and email at the end of the survey if you wish to participate.
We greatly value your comment and feedback, so thanks for taking the time to complete the survey!
Canyon Commons Survey
The deadline to complete this survey is Friday, Nov. 17. If you have questions, please email studentlife@georgefox.edu.
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Wednesday, November 15th, 2017
The School of Physical Therapy is excited to host a special presentation by Associate Professor Andrew Meszaros, PT, PhD, from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight (Thursday) in Canyon Commons 101 & 102.
Dr. Meszaros will present the topic “Motor Control Update for the Orthopaedically Minded,” which will provide a succinct modern update of select broad concepts in motor control. Topics will include: effects of motivational influences and autonomy on motor learning; senses of effort and force; movement as a self-organizing and emergent property; “good” versus “bad” variability in movement; antifragility; multifractality; the role of reflexes in voluntary movement; and a survey of misconceptions in sensory processing and therapeutic exercise.
Light refreshments will be served beginning at 5:30 p.m., and the presentation will start at 6 p.m. All are welcome to attend this free event. For more information about this and other upcoming School of Physical Therapy events, please visit our webpage. Direct any questions to Linda Dallof at ldallof@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2451.
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Wednesday, November 15th, 2017
In 2008, Michael Howells started Howells Architecture + Design in Portland, Ore., with a desire to make beautiful, livable spaces that express the west but also benefit from a global sophistication. He will be speaking Monday, Nov. 20 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Chehalem Cultural Center about his business and how he transitioned into the professional world.
Contact Elizabeth Herrera (herrerae16@georgefox.edu) with questions.
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Wednesday, November 15th, 2017
The physical therapy department is looking for volunteers to participate in a lab session on the lower extremities. If you have a problem with your hip, knee, ankle or foot, our lab is the place to be! Our doctor of physical therapy second-year students, along with faculty members, will be performing examinations and giving you direction on how to take care of your condition. Volunteers are needed for either a one- or two-hour session from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 28 at the Roberts Center.
Contact Linda Dallof at ldallof@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2451 to sign up. We hope you can join us!
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Wednesday, November 15th, 2017
The Crescent is conducting research about voting and would appreciate everyone taking a minute to fill out this four-question survey.
Questions? Contact Emma Lindberg (elindberg16@georgefox.edu).
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Tuesday, November 14th, 2017
The Portland Writing Center is seeking a new writing consultant who is enthusiastic about helping fellow graduate and adult degree students understand the components of effective writing. Portland Writing Center consultants are current adult degree-completion and graduate students who work 4 to 8 hours per week meeting with students in face-to-face or online sessions at the Portland Writing Center.
Writing consultant duties include helping students with the following: (1) thinking through ideas for a writing assignment; (2) considering writing choices with regard to audience, focus, purpose, cohesion, and organization; (3) developing ideas with specific evidence; (4) improving research strategies; (5) applying proper documentation and formatting; and (6) understanding basic grammar and mechanics.
Click here for a consultant job description, and click here for a consultant application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For more information, contact Dr. Jennie Harrop, Portland Writing Center Director, at 503.554.6024 or jharrop@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, November 14th, 2017
Our mascot, Pennington Bear, is looking for new friends (12 and younger) to join his Penn Pals Kids Club. Do you know any kids who would like to join? Members get a T-shirt, six free tickets for parents to attend games, and much more! Plus, Pennington will be their pen pal; anytime kids write him a letter, he’ll send a handwritten personalized letter in return.
Join now and you’ll receive your Penn Pals package in time to use the free tickets at our first 2017 basketball game! Learn more about Penn Pals and join at this link.
For more information, contact Mckenna Tillotson (mtillotson@georgefox.edu) at ext. 2134.
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Tuesday, November 14th, 2017
Bundle up at the Bruin Store Two-Day Sale Nov. 14 and 15. Save 25% on all cold weather gear including sweatshirts, sweatpants, beanies, blankets, scarves and much more! Shop in store or online at georgefoxshop.com. Go Bruins!
Questions? Contact Michael Simmons (msimmons@georgefox.edu).
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Tuesday, November 14th, 2017
The Crescent is conducting research about voting and would appreciate everyone taking a minute to fill out this four-question survey.
Questions? Contact Emma Lindberg (elindberg16@georgefox.edu).
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