WYCLIFFE BIBLE TRANSLATORS hosting info table in SUB

February 18th, 2011

Representatives from WYCLIFFE BIBLE TRANSLATORS will be in the SUB on Monday, February 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Stop by to find out about short and long-term ministry opportunities in MISSIONS & INTERNSHIPS both GLOBALLY & HERE IN THE USA.

For more information, check out the website at Wycliffe.org or call Alan/Holly Wymore (503-657-0235) at the Wycliffe office in Portland.

ASC Applications Due!

February 18th, 2011

ASC APPLICATIONS DUE MONDAY!

Turn them into the Supreme Court Chief Justice’s inbox by 5 p.m.!

Senior Photos

February 18th, 2011

Graduating seniors who need a senior photo taken, come to Cap and Gown Room on February 23rd from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. or 24th 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.  No cost to students, and will take only a few minutes per person.  Photos for yearbook but will be available for purchase through photographer.

Questions send to L’Ami editor Hannah Wilcox at hwilcox06@georgefox.edu

All are invited to hear Iraqi woman share her story Monday

February 18th, 2011

Quaere Verum invites any members of the George Fox community to come listen to the stories of an Iraqi woman named Balsam. Balsam studied in the U.S. and lived in Iraq during its war times. She is looking forward to sharing stories of her experience with those willing to listen.

We will gather for soup at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 21, and discussion at 7:45 p.m. at 605 N. Meridian St., across from the Media Center (entrance located on the right side of 603 N. Meridian).

For more information, contact Jay Miller at millerj06@georgefox.edu.

Please let students know of final senior photos opportunity

February 18th, 2011

Faculty and staff: Please let your students know that the last chance for senior photos is Wednesday, Feb. 23, between 5 and 7 p.m. and Thursday, Feb. 24, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Cap and Gown Room. Please remind any students who are graduating of this last opportunity.

Thank you,
L’Ami (Yearbook) staff

Upcoming Bruin home sports events

February 18th, 2011

Saturday, Feb. 19, noon – Softball vs. Eastern Oregon (DH), Morse Field
Saturday, Feb. 19, noon – Men’s tennis vs. Puget Sound, GFU campus courts
Saturday, Feb. 19, 6 p.m. – Women’s basketball vs. Puget Sound, Wheeler Sports Center/Miller Gym
Saturday, Feb. 19, 8 p.m. – Men’s basketball vs. Puget Sound, Wheeler Sports Center/Miller Gym
Sunday, Feb. 20, noon – Softball vs. Eastern Oregon (DH), Morse Field
Sunday, Feb. 20, 3 p.m. – Men’s tennis vs. Whitman, GFU campus courts

For more information, contact the sports information office at ext. 2926 or visit the Bruins’ sports website at gfubruins.com.

Orientation Committee and Peer Advisor Applications Due

February 18th, 2011

Orientation Committee applications due on Tuesday (2/22) and Peer Advisor applications due Thursday (2/24) by 5 p.m. in Student Life. Be a part!  Orientation is a great way to get involved on campus.

Applications can be found on the Fox website- type “Student Leader Application” in the search.  Two references are required.  Postions are paid.

Please email Stephanie atsstcyr@georfeox.edu if you have any questions.

Support May Serve garage sale on March 12

February 18th, 2011

Help send the 2011 May Serve team to Peru! Come to a fundraising garage sale between 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 12, in the Lemmons parking lot on the Newberg campus. To donate items, visit the Spiritual Life office on the corner of Meridian and Sheridan streets.

For questions or large donations, contact Melissa at 360-580-4580.

Kaleo volunteers still needed

February 17th, 2011

We’re still looking for a few more Kaleo volunteers to help with jobs like handing out programs, greeting guests, taking tickets at lunch, ushering in the quad, etc. Are you interested in helping out? It’s very easy. And you’ll receive $10 off your registration and a free Kaleo T-shirt.

Please contact Amy Lorenz if you are interested: alorenz@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2134.

Business Lab

February 17th, 2011

Feb. 22 Lab has been moved to Lemmons 15 onTuesday night!

Come get help at the George Fox Business lab! This semester at George Fox University, the business department has added a valuable new resource for all business students. The Business Lab is lead by two tutors at every session twice a week to meet the needs of struggling students with business majors. Students are invited to come and receive aid with homework, exam study, and group projects. Recommended to students in the following courses: ACCT 271, ACCT 272, BUSN 240, FINC 260, ECON 201, ECON 202

Don’t forget to drop by Wellness and Benefit Fair

February 17th, 2011

Remember to come by the Wellness and Benefit Fair in the Cap and Gown Room between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Friday (Feb. 18)! Great information, snacks and giveaways.

iConnect Resume Workshop

February 17th, 2011

There will be an iConnect Resume Workshop in Career Services today!

10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Career Services Office.

iConnect walks you through the ins and outs of strategic job search skills.  The workshop includes a demo of Optimal Resume.  Drop-ins are welcome.

Banana Bob’s Gift Card

February 17th, 2011

Want to win a $10 gift card to Banana Bob’s?

Just tune in to the women’s basketball game tonight at 5:45 p.m. on KFOX. There will be a trivia question given at the end of halftime!

If you are the first to answer via message on KFOX Radio’s Facebook page, you will win the gift card!

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by; tune in tonight as the women take on Linfield!

KFOX feed: georgefox.edu/offices/asc/kfoxradio/kfox_stream.html

Spi.L. Graphic Design Intern

February 17th, 2011

At the Spiritual Life office, we are looking for someone to help us promote our weekly chapel services and all spiritual life events. So we are hiring a graphic design intern! For those interested, applications are available in the SUB.

If you have any questions, send us an e-mail: spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Chapel Team Applications

February 17th, 2011

Applications to join the Chapel Team for the 2011-2012 school year are now available in the SUB. Positions include: Chapel Producer, Creative Director and Worship Band Leader.

If you have any questions, e-mail us at spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Spiritual Life chaplain applications now available

February 17th, 2011

Applications to become a Spiritual Life chaplain for the 2011-2012 school year are now available in the SUB. An SLC works one-on-one with Spiritual Life assistants in a particular living area as well as with Rusty St. Cyr (Director of Spiritual Formation).

If you have any questions or know of someone who would be a good fit, e-mail us at spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Encourage students to attend MLA workshop

February 17th, 2011

Do you have students who struggle with MLA style? Encourage them to attend an Academic Resource Center-sponsored session, “MLA Basics,” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 22, in Lemmons 8.

Gary Tandy, professor of English, will cover MLA elements as well as guide attendees to other resources that can assist them in mastering this academic style of writing.

MLA basics workshop is Tuesday

February 17th, 2011

What are the most important elements of MLA style that you need to know to prepare effective papers? The Academic Resource Center is hosting a session, “MLA Basics,” that will answer this question. Join us at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 22, in Lemmons 8.

Gary Tandy, professor of English, will cover MLA elements as well as guide you to other resources that can assist you in mastering this academic style of writing.

GFU Scholarship Manager Now Open

February 16th, 2011

Scholarship Manager for the 2011-12 GFU scholarships is now open for all returning Newberg undergraduate students.  To apply, please go to your mygfu web page and open the link in “Student Resources” titled:  2011 Newberg Undergrad Scholarships.  From there you will sign in to set up your account. You will be able to work on your application and return to it at a later date if it is not yet complete but please read the instructions on the application carefully.

The deadline is March 15th.

Destination Wellness health fair is this Friday

February 16th, 2011

Mark your calendar and be sure to attend Destination Wellness this Friday, Feb. 18, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Cap and Gown Room. We’ll have all your benefit reps plus products and services for your health and wellness. Come to the fair and get all the information. We’ll have free samples and prizes, so don’t miss it!

Questions? Contact Lisa Burton (HR) at lburton@georgefox.edu.