The Daily Bruin

Because of the Columbus Day holiday on Monday, Oct. 10, there will be no outgoing mail that day.

Thanks,
Mail Services

We are creating a proposal for the student project fund to put more lighting around campus. This is a two-minute survey to find out how important it is for students to have more lighting around campus.

Lighting on Campus

Please take time to fill this out. We appreciate your input.

Thank you.

One Heart Source is currently accepting applications for its 2017 Experiential Learning Programs in Cape Town, South Africa. We are offering a variety of two- and four-week volunteer programs and internships next summer.

As an OHS volunteer/intern, you will:

• Gain international experience for graduate school and employment
• Develop skills in international communication, mentorship and community outreach
• Mentor students to achieve academic growth and cultivate lasting relationships
• Immerse yourself in local communities and broaden your global perspective
• Collaborate with groups of university students from around the world

Apply here for our volunteer programs. The next application deadline is Oct. 14. You can learn more about One Heart Source at this link.

The second Black Student Union meeting of the semester will be held in the International House this Sunday, Oct. 9, at 6:30 p.m. Play some games, meet some cool people, and be a part of a discussion.

Questions? Contact Megan Wright at mwright14@georgefox.edu.

Come to the FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) meeting this Monday, Oct. 10, where you can join in fun and hilarious games, eat great food, hang with your friends, and get into the Word of Jesus Christ!

We’ll meet at 9 p.m. in the FoxHole! Questions? Contact Abbie Bergerson at abergerson14@georgefox.edu.

Want to do something tangible for local foster parents? Embrace Ministries, an outreach ministry of George Fox that helps show hospitality to those in the foster care system, is hosting Foster Parents’ Night Out, a monthly event where we provide a fun and safe place for children in foster care to hang out so their parents can have a night out.

Dates planned are Nov. 5, Jan. 4 and Feb. 4. If you are interested in helping out or learning more, please email Jamie Kitchen at jkitchen15@georgefox.edu.

You’ll notice a few changes to this year’s process, including:

• In order to better coordinate financial aid communications with tuition remission benefits, the due date for  2017-18 tuition remission requests will be Friday, Nov. 4.
• We are using a Google Doc form. Click here to access the Tuition Remission Google Doc. Paper forms are available upon request from HR. In order to utilize the electronic request form you must be logged into your George Fox email account.
• The employee submits one request form for each student (no longer three separate forms for undergraduate, ADP and graduate).
• Supervisor, VP/provost and/or admissions signatures are not required when you initially submit the request, but Human Resources will coordinate the electronic approval process with the employee where approvals are needed.
• You will receive a confirmation, including a copy of the submitted information, by email. Please review the information for accuracy and retain a copy for your records.

Our hope is that these process improvements make it easier and less time consuming for you to utilize this valuable benefit!

Information and Resources

• Please review the updated instructions prior to completing your Tuition Remission Google Doc request form.
• For updated tuition remission information, see the top section of the Benefits, Forms & Resources page.
• For the tuition remission policy, see the Employee Handbook (starting on page 48).
• The tuition exchange information sheet explains this separate benefit.
• For assistance with tuition remission, or other employee benefits, please contact Darby Thiessen in HR at ext. 2188 or dthiessen@georgefox.edu.

The second Black Student Union meeting of the semester will be held in the International House this Sunday, Oct. 9, at 6:30 p.m. Play some games, meet some cool people, and be a part of a discussion.

Questions? Contact Megan Wright at mwright14@georgefox.edu.

We are still looking for volunteers to participate in our poverty simulation on Wednesday, Oct. 12, and Wednesday, Oct. 19, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. We would be thrilled if you would like to attend one or both dates. If you would like to “job share,” we would be happy to accommodate this as well.

To review, the School of Nursing and the School of Social Work are hosting a joint simulation for our senior students to “walk a mile” in the shoes of those facing poverty.

Please R.S.V.P. by Friday, Oct. 7, with which day you would like to participate. You can contact the School of Nursing at 503-554-2963 or nursing@georgefox.edu.

Thank you for your time!
– School of Nursing and School of Social Work

Lifted Hands intercessory prayer is happening tomorrow (Friday) from 2 to 2:30 p.m. in the Prayer Chapel! Join us as we lift up the needs of our community in prayer.

Young Life College is tonight (Thursday) at 8:01 p.m.!

Christ. Community. Food.
If you’re looking for a fun place to hang out with friends, talk about God and eat free food, then Young Life College is the place for you. Bring anyone and everyone, and we will see you at 8:01!

Guys: Meet at 2808 Crestview Dr.
Girls: Meet in the Bruin Den

Questions? Contact Connor Taggart at 541-514-1536 or ctagg8@gmail.com or Hayley Dunning at 503-789-4732.

Bon Appetit’s hours of service will be altered as follows in observance of the mid-semester break this week …

• There will be no Late Night in the Bridge Cafe on Thursday, Oct. 6.
• The Bruin Den, Bruin Bites and Canyon Commons will be closed on Friday, Oct. 7.

Canyon Commons hours of operation will be as follows:

Friday, Oct. 7
Breakfast: 8:30-10 a.m.
Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 8
Continental Breakfast: 9-10 a.m.
Brunch: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.

Sunday, Oct. 9
Brunch: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dinner: 5-7 p.m.

Hello all you swing dancers out there. This Saturday, Oct. 8, in Roberts Center 117 we’ll host a special guest, Eric, who will teach Lindy Hop. Come at 6:30 p.m. to learn, followed by an open dance at 7:30 p.m. like normal. Hope to see you all there!

If you have any questions, contact Michael Rooney (mrooney14@georgefox.edu).

You and your family are invited to be part of Family Weekend as we celebrate our 125th anniversary. Join us on campus Oct. 14-16 for a weekend filled with some exciting events, including the Family Weekend Tailgate Dinner, music performances, home athletic contests, and a chance to join a tour that explores how our campus intertwines with Scripture.

Remind your parents of this great time to reconnect! For more information, a weekend schedule and to register, visit this webpage.

Are you interested in helping people? Have you ever considered a degree in social work? Social work is a profession for those with a desire to help people improve their lives. If this sounds exciting to you, please stop by one of our info sessions to find out more about the major and about the many opportunities a degree in social work can provide!

The session will be today (Thursday) from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. in Hoover 208. Donuts will be provided!

Questions? Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu.

Faculty, please let your students know about these sessions.

We are creating a proposal for the student project fund to put more lighting around campus. This is a two-minute survey to find out how important it is for students to have more lighting around campus.

Lighting on Campus

Please take time to fill this out. We appreciate your input.

Thank you.

The second round of diversity book discussion groups for faculty will begin soon, but there is still time to sign up! We will be reading and discussing Black Scholars in White Space: New Vistas in African American Studies from the Christian Academy, by Anthony B. Bradley.

Groups will meet …

• Tuesdays, Oct. 18 – Nov. 22, 4-5 p.m. in Stevens 207
  or
• Thursdays, Oct. 13 – Nov. 17, 10:40-11:40 a.m. in Stevens 109,
  or
• Wednesdays, Oct. 19 – Nov. 23, 3-4 p.m. in PDS 290 at the Portland Center

Please join us, and sign up at this link. Questions? Contact Rebecca Hernandez at ext. 2147 or Laurie Fair at ext. 2140.

Join us in the Prayer Chapel today (Thursday) for Contemplative Worship! This week, we’ll be doing the Examen, which is a practice focused on gratitude and reflection.

Join us from 10:50 to 11:40 a.m. Elective chapel credit is available.

The Newberg campus will be closed Friday, Oct. 7, for the mid-semester holiday. All offices, the Bruin Store, Mail Services and the Newberg library will be closed.

We are still looking for volunteers to participate in our poverty simulation on Wednesday, Oct. 12, and Wednesday, Oct. 19, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. We would be thrilled if you would like to attend one or both dates. If you would like to “job share,” we would be happy to accommodate this as well.

To review, the School of Nursing and the School of Social Work are hosting a joint simulation for our senior students to “walk a mile” in the shoes of those facing poverty.

Please R.S.V.P. by Friday, Oct. 7, with which day you would like to participate. You can contact the School of Nursing at 503-554-2963 or nursing@georgefox.edu.

Thank you for your time!
– School of Nursing and School of Social Work