All welcome to game night in International House tonight

February 29th, 2016

Come join us tonight (Tuesday) in the International House at 7:30 p.m. for some snacks, good company and games! Hang out with a culturally diverse group, and share stories about life in other countries!

We hope to see you there! Contact Ethan Shafe (eshafe14@georgefox.edu) with questions.

Share your creative writing in Hoover 206 this Thursday

February 29th, 2016

After months of stasis, the Write Way is back and ready to get underway. Come to Hoover 206 at 6 p.m. this Thursday, March 3, for food, drinks and a chance to share your creative writing.

Questions? Contact David Shelby at dshelby14@gerogefox.edu.

Sexual assault survey

February 29th, 2016

Two George Fox journalism students are doing an investigative piece on sex assault and Christian culture. We’re currently looking for people who would be willing to share their experiences with us. If you would like to contribute to this important topic, take a moment to fill out this anonymous survey.

Questions? Contact Denny Muia (dmuia11@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.

Thursday workshop covers steps to writing successful research papers

February 29th, 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,” this Thursday, March 3.

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.

Learn steps to writing successful research papers at Thursday workshop

February 29th, 2016

Need some assistance when it comes to writing research papers? Join us for a workshop, “Steps to Writing a Successful Research Paper,” this Thursday, March 3.

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.

Art Talk features graphic designers tonight at Cultural Center

February 28th, 2016

Tonight at the Chehalem Cultural Center, Art Talk features graphic designers Ryan Beckham and Wendy Xu. Ryan Beckham is an alumnus from the art & design department at George Fox and now works at Pivot Group in Portland. Wendy Xu is a user experience designer and researcher currently employed with DAT Solutions in Portland. Come to the ballroom of the Cultural Center at 6 p.m. tonight to hear them share!

The Chehalem Cultural Center is located at 415 E. Sheridan St. in Newberg.

Questions? Contact Annie Lunt (alunt13@georgefox.edu).

Circle of Peace Seminar set for tonight in Cap and Gown Room

February 28th, 2016

Join us for the fifth annual Circle of Peace Seminar, “Building Bridges of Peace: Bringing Compassionate Solutions to Global Changes,” today (Monday) at 7 p.m. in the Cap and Gown Room on the Newberg campus.

Our panel discussion will highlight practical ways in which faith-based organizations have endeavored to build global bridges of peace across religious, cultural and political divides. The “Building Bridges of Peace” seminar will include a panel of three speakers from Muslim, Christian and Jewish relief and development agencies, as well as a short question and answer time.

Chapel credit is available for this event. This seminar is open to the public in addition to the George Fox community. You can learn more here.

Questions? Contact Sarita Gallagher at sgallagher@georgefox.edu.

‘Evangelical popular culture and problem of gender’ is topic of lecture tonight

February 28th, 2016

All are invited to a Liberal Arts and Critical Issues lecture tonight (Monday), when Melanie Springer Mock, a professor of English at George Fox, speaks on the topic “Evangelical Popular Culture and the Problem of Gender” in Hoover 105. The same presentation will be made from 5 to 6 p.m. and from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The predominating messages about gender in evangelical popular culture are negative and limiting, both for women and for men. Melanie considers the source of these messages about gender, and why they can be so damaging, especially to young people seeking their vocations.

She also argues that evangelical culture’s focus on gender, sex and “biblical manhood and womanhood,” often premised on a misguided interpretation of Scripture, makes it especially difficult for people to live in the freedom and grace Jesus offers them.

The theme for this semester’s LACI series is “Christianity and Pop Culture.” For more information, contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu.

Get your tickets today for Comedy Sportz

February 28th, 2016

Do you enjoy watching shows like “Saturday Night Live” and “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” Are you bored and in need of a good laugh? If you answered yes to these questions, then look no further! Join us for an entertaining, improv show put on by Portland’s Comedy Sportz on March 6 at 7 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

Tickets are only $5, and all proceeds go to support the Kenya Summer Serve team. Today, the first 25 people to get their tickets get a free tasty treat, so hurry on down to the Bruin Den during lunch hours.

Questions? Contact Rachel Wilson (rwilson14@georgefox.edu).

Faculty and staff appreciation days at Bruin Store

February 28th, 2016

The Bruin Store wants to honor you for what you bring to the George Fox community. Today (Monday) and tomorrow (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).

Juniors Abroad informational meeting on Wednesday

February 28th, 2016

Planning on traveling on a Juniors Abroad trip next year in May 2017? Come to the informational meeting on Wednesday, March 2 at 5:45 p.m. in Woodmar Auditorium to learn about the different trips, tent city and registration.

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

ARC accepting applications for 2016-17 consultants

February 28th, 2016

Applications are now being accepted for 2016-17 ARC consultants. If you know students who write well, are thoughtful learners, and desire to support peers in their academic success, encourage them to apply. Students from all disciplines are welcome to apply; representation from multiple disciplines strengthens the ARC’s ability to support a wide range of students. Completed materials are due by Friday, March 4.

If you send names of promising candidates to Melanie Mock (mmock@georgefox.edu), we will notify students that they were recommended as a candidate and will invite them to apply.

Application instructions are available at the ARC application page.

ARC accepting applications for 2016-17 consultants

February 28th, 2016

Do you like showing others ways to be a more effective and efficient student? Do your friends always come to you to look over their papers before they turn them in? Do you have a GPA above 3.0?

If you answered yes to these questions, you might have a future as a consultant in the Academic Resource Center (ARC). We are interested in students from any major (not just English).

Applications for the 2016-17 academic year are due by Friday, March 4. Application instructions and additional information are available at the ARC application page.

Contact Rick Muthiah (rmuthiah@georgefox.edu) if you have questions.

Less than three weeks to housing selection

February 28th, 2016

Housing selection for the 2016-17 academic year will begin in just under three weeks on March 14. Now is the time to be thinking about the following questions:

1. With whom do you want to live? Group sizes can range from two to six people. Refer to the “How to Choose a Roommate” resource on the housing and residence life website.

2. Where do you want to live? The size of your group will determine what housing options are available.

3. Have you paid your $150 housing deposit? To participate in housing selection each student will need to pay a housing deposit to Student Accounts by 5 p.m. on March 17. Students asked to live with an RA will also need to pay this deposit to secure their spot in housing.

Additional details regarding housing selection are posted on the housing and residence life website.

Questions? Contact housing@georgefox.edu or stop by the student life office.

Join with PT in celebrating new community clinic Wednesday

February 28th, 2016

The Doctor of Physical Therapy program invites you to attend the opening of our Physical Therapy Community Clinic and Center for Health and Wellness this Wednesday, March 2. 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. We look forward to seeing you!

See improv group Comedy Sportz and support Kenya serve trip

February 27th, 2016

Do you enjoy watching shows like “Saturday Night Live” and “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” Are you bored and in need of a good laugh? If you answered yes to these questions, then look no further! Join us for an entertaining, improv show put on by Portland’s Comedy Sportz on March 6 at 7 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

Tickets are only $5, and all proceeds go to support the Kenya Summer Serve team. But wait! The first 25 people to get their tickets tomorrow (Monday) get a free tasty treat, so get your tickets tomorrow during lunch hours in the Bruin Den.

Questions? Contact Rachel Wilson (rwilson14@georgefox.edu).

George Fox to host NWC tournament finals today

February 26th, 2016

The Bruins defeated Whitworth in the Northwest Conference tournament semi-finals on Thursday and host Puget Sound at the finals today (Saturday) at 7 p.m. in Miller Gymnasium.

Students receive free admission with their I.D. cards, but all George Fox employees are required to pay for entry ($6 adults and $3 kids/seniors).

With a win, the Bruins earn an automatic bid into the NCAA Tournament to compete for a national championship.

Questions? Contact Sarah Reid (sreid@georgefox.edu).

Swing dancing tonight at the Foxhole

February 26th, 2016

Swing dancing is back in the Foxhole tonight (Saturday)! Our beginner lesson is at 6:30 p.m., and the advanced lesson starts at 7 p.m., an free dance is from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Hope to see you there!

Questions? Contact Xiaoru Chen (xchen13@georgefox.edu).

Stop by the employee benefit fair today

February 25th, 2016

Human Resources is hosting an Employee Benefit Fair today (Friday) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Cap and Gown Room. This is your opportunity to stop in with your benefits questions, drop off your enrollment forms, or visit our George Fox benefit vendors! Booths will be hosted by: TIAA-CREF, Regence, Kaiser, Allegiance, LifeMap, Aflac and our George Fox alumni office. Also, The Bruin Store will be displaying the new “Professional Wear” line at the fair. See you there!

Questions? Contact Darby Thiessen (dthiessen@georgefox.edu).

@GFUbizcareers: Business careers in technology event today

February 25th, 2016

Have you ever wondered what it might be like for you to use your business degree in the exciting and fast-paced field of technology? Today (Friday), come hear our panel of experts share what they’ve learned from their many years of experience. Learn more about what a future in the tech industry could hold for you. The professionals who will be speaking include:

  • Ian Aguilar, chief technology officer at Campbell Global
  • Laurie Koehler, brand experience manager for the global marketing and communications group at Intel
  • Jeremy Riley, product manager for Nike.com global digital commerce group
  • Austin Smith, CEO at LA Drones

This @GFUbizcareers event is sponsored by the College of Business and the IDEA Center and will be held in Hoover 103 from noon to 12:50 p.m. today (Friday).

Free lunch is provided!

Questions? Contact Kelly Borror (kborror@goergefox.edu).