Oregon Department of Corrections director speaks tonight

October 13th, 2013

Don’t forget to join the First Year Seminar program and others in our community for a presentation by Colette Peters, director of the Oregon Department of Corrections, tonight (Monday).

Peters will present “From the Inside: Preparing People for the Outside” from 7:40 to 8:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. Her visit ties into our discussion this semester on God’s boundless compassion for others and for us.

Chinese language lab

October 13th, 2013

The International Club would like to invite you to our Chinese language Lab. In the Chinese Lab, non-Chinese speakers will be able to learn Chinese in a fun, engaging environment from native Chinese speakers!

Cultural snacks and drinks will also be available to those who come. The first meeting will be at 7 p.m. Oct. 15 (Tuesday) in Lemmons 2. We will be discussing the Moon festival and related topics.

If you have further questions, please contact Louis Liu at lliu11@georgefox.edu. Hope to see you there!

Fall Retreat

October 13th, 2013

Fall Retreat is coming! Join us this November 8-10 at Twin Rocks Friends Camp, a beautiful retreat center right on the Oregon coast!

Our speaker will be Mark Scandrette, founder of ReIMAGINE, a center for integral Christian practice based in San Francisco. He is the author of FREE: Spending Your Time and Money on What Matters Most.

Invite your friends for a time of worship, fellowship and fun! If you like bonfires, lots of free time, meeting new friends or just a place to be at peace, this is the thing for you!

More details to come. For any questions, please contact Chris Miller at cmiller11@georgefox.edu Hope to see you there!

All invited to tonight’s LACI lecture

October 13th, 2013

All are welcome to join us for the Liberal Arts and Critical Issues lecture tonight (Monday), when Samuel Bentson, laboratory manager with Aprovecho Research Center, speaks from 7 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 105. The presentation ties into our the theme “State of the World.”

Bentson will present “Cookstoves as an Appropriate Technology,” in which he will introduce the concept of technology appropriately made for specific cultural and environmental contexts. He’ll then show the process of designing such technology-appropriate stoves.

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

English department hosts chapel event this morning

October 13th, 2013

The English department is offering two chapels this fall that students can attend for credit. The theme for the chapels will be “Books that Changed Me.”

Our first chapel will be in Hoover 105 this morning (Monday) at 10:40 a.m., when Melanie Springer Mock will share about her experience reading Toni Morrison’s Beloved. Bill Jolliff (and his banjo) will share some songs. Please encourage students to join us.

English department hosts alternate chapel this morning

October 13th, 2013

The English department is offering two chapels this fall that students can attend for credit. The theme for the chapels will be “Books that Changed Me.”

Our first chapel will be in Hoover 105 this morning (Monday) at 10:40 a.m., when Melanie Springer Mock will share about her experience reading Toni Morrison’s Beloved. Bill Jolliff (and his banjo) will share some songs. Please join us.

Interested in studying in Lithuania?

October 13th, 2013

Kristen Leichty, a George Fox alumna, will be at an informational table today (Monday) and tomorrow in the Bruin Den to advertise George Fox’s newest off-campus program in Lithuania.

If you are interested in meeting with Kristen during her stay, stop by the Bruin Den between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday or Tuesday or contact Lynn Scott at lscott@georgefox.edu to schedule an appointment.

Encourage students to attend ARC’s research paper workshop

October 13th, 2013

Have any students who could use some pointers on writing research papers? The Academic Resource Center is hosting a workshop, “Steps to Writing a Successful Research Paper,” on both Tuesday, Oct. 15, and Friday, Oct. 18. Gary Tandy, professor of English, and Jane Scott, public services librarian, will lead the sessions.

Tuesday’s workshop is scheduled from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Friday’s from 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. Both will meet in Hoover 105. Please encourage students to attend.

Here is a synopsis of the workshop:

Research papers can seem overwhelming, but following a step-by-step, organized approach can make your life much less stressful. This session will walk through those steps and guide you to campus and Internet resources to help make you a research pro.

ARC hosts workshops Tuesday & Friday on writing research papers

October 13th, 2013

Need some pointers on writing research papers? The Academic Resource Center is hosting a workshop, “Steps to Writing a Successful Research Paper,” on both Tuesday, Oct. 15, and Friday, Oct. 18. Gary Tandy, professor of English, and Jane Scott, public services librarian, will lead the sessions.

Tuesday’s workshop is scheduled from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Friday’s from 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. Both will meet in Hoover 105.

Here is a synopsis of the workshop:

Research papers can seem overwhelming, but following a step-by-step, organized approach can make your life much less stressful. This session will walk through those steps and guide you to campus and Internet resources to help make you a research pro.

Spaghetti meal fundraiser in Cap and Gown Room today

October 13th, 2013

Want to support a worthy cause and enjoy a meal while you’re at it? Join Bon Appetit today (Monday) for a spaghetti feed fundraiser for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s “Light the Night” event scheduled for Oct. 19 at the Oregon Convention Center.

Come to the Cap and Gown Room between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to enjoy spaghetti, a fresh vegetable medley, Caesar salad, garlic toast, ice cream, cookies and refreshments. We will have a nice assortment of sauces to choose from, including house-made Bolognaise, marinara, Alfredo and white clam sauce. The cost is $10 per person.

The Bon-Fall Break Meal Times

October 10th, 2013

Please note the following changes to our Fall Break meal times:

Friday (Oct. 11):

  • Breakfast: 8:30-10 a.m.
  • Lunch: 11:30-1 p.m.
  • Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.

Saturday (Oct. 12):

  •  Breakfast: 9-10 a.m.
  •  Brunch: 11:30-1 pm..
  •  Dinner: 5-6 p.m.

Sunday (Oct. 13):

  • Breakfast: 9-10 a.m.
  • Brunch: 11:30-1 p.m.
  • Dinner: 5-7 p.m.

Wishing everyone a restful and well-deserved 3 day weekend.

Be sure to read Part 2 of President Baker’s blog piece

October 10th, 2013

Check out Part 2 of President Robin Baker’s blog piece on his reflections of the book Packing Light: thoughts on living life with less baggage. Packing Light was written by Allison Vesterfelt, an alumna of the MAT program and sister of Mandee Wilmot in undergraduate admissions.

You can read the blog here.

Bruin Den & Villa Cafe closed today

October 10th, 2013

Just a reminder that both the Bruin Den and the Villa Cafe will be closed on Friday, Oct. 11, for the mid-semester break. We’ll reopen on Monday at our regular hours.

Wheeler hours for this weekend

October 10th, 2013

The Wheeler Sports Center will be open (card lock access only) during the following hours over the three-day weekend (Oct. 11-13):

  • Friday, 6-8 a.m. and 5-7 p.m.
  • Saturday, 8-10 a.m. and 3-5 p.m.
  • Sunday, 1-7 p.m.

‘Cookstoves as Appropriate Technology’ discussed in LACI lecture Monday

October 10th, 2013

All are welcome to join us for the Liberal Arts and Critical Issues lecture this Monday, Oct. 14, when Samuel Bentson, laboratory manager with Aprovecho Research Center, speaks from 7 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 105. The presentation ties into our the theme “State of the World.”

Bentson will present “Cookstoves as an Appropriate Technology,” in which he will introduce the concept of technology appropriately made for specific cultural and environmental contexts. He’ll then show the process of designing such technology-appropriate stoves.

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.

Do you have a story to share?

October 10th, 2013

The Staff Development Committee is looking for student and staff volunteers. Are you a student who was helped by a staff member and it made a difference in your day, semester or life? Are you a staff member who has helped a student and was blessed because of the connection? We would love to capture your story on video so your story can be shared with our staff.

If you are interested, please call or e-mail Tyler Robertson at trobertson@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2578 by Monday, Oct. 14.

Chinese Lab

October 10th, 2013

The International Club would like to invite you to our Chinese Lab. In Chinese Lab, non-Chinese speakers will be able to learn Chinese in a fun, engaging environment from native Chinese speakers!

Cultural snacks and drinks will also be available to those who come. The first meeting will be at 7 p.m. Oct. 15 (next Tuesday) in Lemmons 2. We will be discussing the Moon festival and related topics.

If you have further questions, please contact Louis Liu at lliu11@georgefox.edu. Hope to see you there!

Upcoming Bruin home sports events

October 10th, 2013

Saturday, Oct. 12, 10 a.m. – Cross country in George Fox XC Classic, Willamette Mission State Park, Brooks, Ore.

For fans going to the cross country meet, be aware that there is a $5 entry fee per vehicle, unless one has a state park pass.

For more information, call the sports information office at ext. 2926 or visit the George Fox sports website at gfubruins.com.

The Digitial Age performs concert tonight

October 9th, 2013

The Digital Age, formerly known as the David Crowder Band, is performing on campus tonight (Thursday) at 8 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. George Fox students and employees can purchase their tickets between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. today in the Bruin Den. All others can purchase tickets online at thedigitalagemusic.com.

Want to hear The Digital Age? Check out this link. Questions? Contact Jake Vanier at jvanier12@georgefox.edu.

Student Josh Garcia speaks in Shalom tonight

October 9th, 2013

Josh Garcia, a junior biblical studies/psychology major, will speak at Shalom tonight (Thursday) at 9 p.m. in the Cap and Gown Room. Josh is going to discuss sin, Jesus’ trial and crucifixion, and Genesis 48.

Come worship together through singing, learning and fellowship. Chapel elective credit available.