Living and Giving Community applications now available

March 1st, 2016

We are looking for students who love building community and are passionate about investing in others. For fall 2016, there will be two Living and Giving Communities. Check out the application and apply today!

Questions? Contact housing@georgefox.edu.

Shalom welcomes ‘Colored White Panel’ on March 8

March 1st, 2016

Have you ever thought about these questions:

“Why do people keep talking about diversity?”
Or maybe, “Where do I fit in this conversation?”
Or how about, “Why does color matter?”

Come to our “Colored White Panel” this Tuesday, March 8. Hear from your fellow students, alumni, staff and others in a discussion around these topics. Have other questions? Bring them! There is time for you to ask your questions here!

The event will begin at 9 p.m. in the Cap and Gown Room.

Questions or concerns? Contact Sierra Brambila at sbrambila13@georgefox.edu or Amanda Kitz at akitz13@georgefox.edu.

Follow the George Fox women’s basketball team on fan site

March 1st, 2016

Follow the George Fox Bruin women on this fan site as they travel through the NCAA Division III Basketball Tournament. Every week the website will be updated with more videos and a recap of the games played. This will continue until the Bruin women are defeated or win it all!

Join in time of prayer tomorrow

March 1st, 2016

Are midterms stressing you out? Do you need a quiet, prayerful space to rest and meet with God in a praying community? Join us in Contemplative Worship tomorrow (Thursday) at 10:50 a.m. in the Prayer Chapel as we continue to explore how people have met God in the quiet and how we too can relax and meet with him in a peaceful, prayerful space.

Don’t miss it! (There is also chapel credit available)

Don’t forget this afternoon’s open house for PT clinic

March 1st, 2016

Join us today (Wednesday) for the Doctor of Physical Therapy program’s open house for our Physical Therapy Community Clinic and Center for Health and Wellness. We’ll gather from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Roberts Center.

Please join us for a department tour, wellness screening, and food and beverages while learning how physical therapy may help you discover a healthier you. You are also invited to meet our team of physical therapists who are ready to answer your questions about health and wellness, physical therapy and getting started on the path to stronger, healthier and better living.

For more information, please contact Li-Zandre van Eeden at 503-554-2479 or lvaneeden@georgefox.edu.

See you this afternoon!

Allison Kitz presents vocal recital this Saturday in Bauman

March 1st, 2016

Come support student Allison Kitz this Saturday, March 5, as she presents her junior vocal performance recital at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

Allison would appreciate your support!

Come to Cap and Gown today for ‘Kick-start Your Job/Internship Search’ event

March 1st, 2016

If you missed our workshops in “Be Found February,” it’s not too late! We’ll be repeating the same four workshops in the month of March, now on Wednesdays! Come to our workshop “Kick-start your Job/Internship Search” today (Wednesday) from noon to 1 p.m. in the Cap and Gown Room. You don’t need to bring anything with you except your lunch!

We’ll help you build a game plan for your job/internship search so you can save time and avoid getting caught in panic mode toward semester’s end. The earlier you build a search strategy, the better off you’ll be at landing the internship/job you really want over the summer.

Questions? Stop by the IDEA Center or contact us at idea@georgefox.edu.

Encourage students to attend research paper workshop

March 1st, 2016

Know of students who need some assistance when it comes to writing research papers? Encourage them to attend a workshop, “Steps to Writing a Successful Research Paper,” tomorrow (Thursday).

Sarah Stevenson, public services librarian, will present a step-by-step guide to campus and Internet resources to help make students research pros. The workshop runs from 10:50 to 11:35 a.m. in Lemmons 8.

Questions? Contact Rick at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu.

Workshop covers steps to writing successful research papers

March 1st, 2016

Need some assistance when it comes to writing research papers? Join us for a workshop, “Steps to Writing a Successful Research Paper,” tomorrow (Thursday).

Sarah Stevenson, public services librarian, will present a step-by-step guide to campus and Internet resources to help make you a research pro. Join us from 10:50 to 11:35 a.m. in Lemmons 8.

Questions? Contact Rick at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu.

Join in time of prayer tomorrow morning

March 1st, 2016

Do you need a quiet, prayerful space to rest and meet with God in a praying community? Join us in Contemplative Worship tomorrow (Thursday) at 10:50 a.m. in the Prayer Chapel as we continue to explore how people have met God in the quiet and how we too can relax and meet with him in a peaceful, prayerful space.

Don’t miss it!

Position announcement for internal-only candidates

March 1st, 2016

The graduate admissions office is seeking a customer-focused, sales-oriented and values-driven graduate admissions counselor to join their highly successful admissions team.

If you are interested in learning more about the position, please contact human resources at 503-554-2180 or hr@georgefox.edu. Internal transfer requests are available at this link.

Learn about the Germany study abroad program on Friday

March 1st, 2016

Are you interested in spending a semester abroad in Germany? Visit representative Jerry Orr from the AMBEX Germany study abroad program on Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Bruin Den.

Questions? Contact Lynn Scott (lscott@georgefox.edu).

League of Legends Club meets Tuesdays and Thursdays

March 1st, 2016

Need a quick study break? Come play a couple games of League of Legends with us! Join us every week on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 211! We’d love to queue up with you!

Questions? Contact Skyler Rieke at srieke14@georgefox.edu.

All invited to story night with Fox and Friendsview

February 29th, 2016

Do you miss hearing stories from your grandparents? Elderly folk and students have the opportunity to share true, fun, meaningful life experiences in a casual, “coffee-house” setting this week. Come join the Fox and Friendsview story night at Friendsview Retirement Community this Thursday, March 3, at 6:30 p.m.

We’ll meet in the Bruin Den around 6:20 p.m. to walk over to the Friendsview Retirement Community, the building right across the street from the track. Refreshments will be provided.

Questions? Email Nissi Undurthi at nundurthi14@georgefox.edu.

International photo contest submission deadline is Friday

February 29th, 2016

Want to win a cash prize up to $50? Submit photos taken abroad, whether photos of people, landscapes and architecture, or culture. The photo contest is open to all George Fox students and employees. The deadline for photo submissions is this Friday, March 4.

For contest guidelines and submission details, please go to this document. The contest is sponsored by International Student & Scholar Services.

If you have any questions, contact Alex Pia (apia@georgefox.edu).

Point Loma Nazarene pastor speaks in chapel this morning

February 29th, 2016

Melanie Wolf is visiting us from Point Loma Nazarene University today (Tuesday) in chapel! Join us to hear from this campus pastor and director of discipleship at 10:50 a.m. in Bauman!

Looking for a roommate?

February 29th, 2016

Next school year is right around the corner and choosing your roommate(s) can be an exciting time. If you are needing a roommate or are interested in adding a member to your existing housing group, feel free to visit the GFU Housing page on Facebook, where you can search, post and inquire about finding a roommate or about the housing process in general.

Just as a reminder, the online on-campus housing form is open March 14-18.

Final faculty and staff appreciation day at Bruin Store

February 29th, 2016

The Bruin Store wants to honor you for what you bring to the George Fox community. Today (Tuesday), all George Fox faculty and staff get 25 percent off all apparel and gifts. We have everything from professional wear to baby clothes; from hoodies to coffee mugs and hats. See you soon!

Questions? Contact Michael Simmons (msimmons@georgefox.edu).

Visit with the Veritas Christian study abroad program representative

February 29th, 2016

Have you thought about spending a semester abroad? Now is your chance to make it happen! Visit Danielle Robertson in the Bruin Den on Tuesday-Wednesday, March 8-9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to find out more about the Veritas programs.

Questions? Contact Lynn Scott (lscott@georgefox.edu).

Kick-start your job/internship search this Wednesday

February 29th, 2016

If you missed our workshops in “Be Found February,” it’s not too late! We’ll be repeating the same four workshops in the month of March, now on Wednesdays! Come to our workshop “Kick-start your Job/Internship Search” tomorrow (Wednesday) from noon to 1 p.m. in the Cap and Gown Room. You don’t need to bring anything with you except your lunch!

We’ll help you build a game plan for your job/internship search so you can save time and avoid getting caught in panic mode toward semester’s end. The earlier you build a search strategy, the better off you’ll be at landing the internship/job you really want over the summer.

Questions? Stop by the IDEA Center or contact us at idea@georgefox.edu.