Tonight: Ambassador Harriet Isom shares about her experiences abroad

October 7th, 2018

All are to view selections from the Harriet Isom Collection: “Vignettes of the Dani and Tuareg Peoples.” This exhibition will feature selections of photographs, art objects and cultural artifacts representing the Dani people group of New Guinea and the Tuareg people of Niger.

Ambassador Isom will give a public lecture on the exhibit and her time with these people groups tonight (Monday) at 6 p.m. at the Chehalem Cultural Center ballroom. A reception to open the exhibit follows at 7 p.m. in the Hoover lobby.

Isom was a career foreign service officer from 1961 to 1996, assigned to embassies in Asia and Africa. During her last decade in the Foreign Service, she served as U.S. Ambassador to Laos, Benin and Cameroon.

Questions? Contact Penny Martin (pmartin@georgefox.edu).

All invited to attend Fall Justice Conference with special guest Curtis Acosta

October 7th, 2018

In Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Center for Peace & Justice welcomes Curtis Acosta to campus on Monday, Oct. 15, from 7 to 8 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

Acosta is an assistant professor in Language and Culture in Education at the University of Arizona South, and founder of Acosta Latino Learning Partnership and Acosta Educational Partnership. He is a teacher who fought to keep his outlawed ethnic studies classes alive. He will focus on the recent federal court victory, and speak about his journey and the importance of Mexican-American heritage studies.

The event is free and open to the community. Please contact Rebecca Hernandez (rhernandez@georgefox.edu) if you have any questions.

Want to study abroad? Come to meeting tomorrow

October 7th, 2018

Are you interested in studying abroad? The Center for Study Abroad will be hosting an information meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) at 6 p.m. in EHS 125.

Come to the meeting for more details about specific programs, the application process, and application due dates. Someone from the registrar’s office will be there to answer questions about classes and transfer credits. Study abroad ambassadors will also be in attendance to answer questions and offer guidance.

Questions? Can’t make the meeting? Email Lynn Scott (lscott@georgefox.edu) or Paul Chamberlain (pchamberlain@georgefox.edu), or stop by the Center for Study Abroad.

Get to know students from another culture through new program

October 5th, 2018

The Office of International Student Development has organized a program designed to match international students with American students to learn about global perspectives and differences between cultures.

Through a regular meeting time to share your culture and learn about another with your partner, you will gain a broader cultural awareness, friendship and Cultural Partner Program certificate.

Students meet for 30 to 50 minutes per week for eight weeks. Click on this Google Doc to sign up. Sign-ups are due by Thursday, Oct. 11. Participants will be invited to an introduction event where you will be matched with your partner.

Questions? Contact Rachel Li (zli16@georgefox.edu).

FoxTALE maintenance scheduled for Oct. 10

October 5th, 2018

FoxTALE will be unavailable from 6 to 8 a.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, Oct. 10, for scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Visit the FoxTALE for Students webpage for a list of guides and resources.

Questions? Email servicedesk@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2569.

– Your Educational Technology Team

Important info for today’s Homecoming football game

October 5th, 2018

Our Homecoming football game against Whitworth University is today (Saturday), so please take note of the important information below. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:30 p.m.

We’ve got plenty of fun Homecoming activities planned for the game – including a free concert by Hit Machine at the tailgate area prior to the game – and we will be announcing our Homecoming King and Queen at halftime, so make your plans now to join in the fun!

Be sure to move your cars out of the Bauman parking lot and the tennis court parking if they are still located there. This space will be dedicated to football fan parking, activities and vendors on Saturday. No parking will be permitted in these lots.

Homecoming Tailgate Activities
Join us in the Bauman parking lot at 11:30 a.m. for a free concert by Hit Machine and plenty of other activities before the game kicks off.

Entrances to the Football Game
There will be two entrances into the game, and both are located in the Bauman parking lot directly behind the stadium.

Wheeler Sports Center Closed
The Wheeler Sports Center will be closed from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. This means the basketball gym, racquetball courts, and locker rooms will be closed.

Bauman Walkway
The sidewalk located between the football stadium and Bauman will be closed. Please walk around the building and do not move the barricade.

Circle Parking Lot
The circle parking lot near Wheeler will be closed for the day. This space is reserved for officials to park in. Officials will arrive as early as 10 a.m.

Sideline Passes
No one will be granted field access without a sideline pass. Sideline passes are issued to those who are required to work and/or have official business during the game.

Tickets
Students and staff can show their ID cards at the gate to get into the game free of charge. In addition, all George Fox alumni who check in at the alumni tent will receive a free T-shirt that allows them and their family into the game for free. Additional T-shirts can be purchased for $5.

Additional tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Or, visit the athletics ticket website.

We hope to see you at the game at 1:30 p.m. and the Homecoming tailgate prior to that!

Feel like dancing? Join swing dance club tonight in the FoxHole

October 5th, 2018

Join the Swing Dance Club tonight (Saturday) in the FoxHole. Beginner lessons start at 6:30 p.m., followed by the intermediate dance at 7 p.m., and the open dance at 7:30 p.m.

Questions? Contact Andrea Alsager (aalsager17@georgefox.edu).

Be mindful of FoxTALE scheduled maintenance

October 5th, 2018

FoxTALE will be unavailable from 6 to 8 a.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, Oct. 10, for scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.

During this update, 2018 Summer course sites will be hidden from student view.

If you want to make any of the 2018 Summer course sites visible to students, from the course home page:

  •  Go to “Action Menu” then click “Edit Settings”
  •  Look for the “Visible” setting
  • Change “Hide” back to “Show”
  • Click “Save Changes” at the bottom

Visit the FoxTALE for Faculty webpage for a list of guides and resources.

Questions? Email servicedesk@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2569.

– Your Educational Technology Team

Support our Bruins: Don’t miss the tailgate party this afternoon

October 5th, 2018

Come to the tailgate party for the Homecoming game today at noon in the Bauman parking lot. We’ll have corndogs, popcorn, cotton candy, drinks, and the yard games will be out.

We look forward to hanging out together and supporting our Bruins.

Questions? Email Steph (sstcyr@georgefox.edu)

Come to Friendsview garage sale today

October 5th, 2018

All George Fox students are welcome to the Friendsview garage sale happening today (Saturday) from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. This is an opportunity that you do not want to miss out on.

The garage sale is located at 1301 Fulton St. (lower level).

Please call Nikki Deckon at 503-538-3144 if you have any questions.

Be sure to join in fun of Homecoming festivities

October 4th, 2018

Our Homecoming football game against Whitworth University is tomorrow (Saturday), so please take note of the important information below. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:30 p.m.

We’ve got plenty of fun Homecoming activities planned for the game – including a free concert by Hit Machine at the tailgate area prior to the game – and we will be unveiling the new Alumni Plaza at 11:30 a.m.! A full schedule of this weekend’s events can be found at georgefox.edu/homecoming.

Be sure to move your cars out of the Bauman parking lot and the tennis court parking lot on Friday evening. This space will be dedicated to football fan parking, activities and vendors on Saturday. No parking will be permitted in these lots.

Homecoming Tailgate Activities
Join us at 11:30 a.m. for the unveiling of the new Alumni Plaza, complete with a 10-foot tall bruin. Afterwards, head to the Bauman parking lot at noon for a free concert by Hit Machine, a free rock wall in our kid zone, affinity tailgates and plenty of other activities.

If you are an alumnus of the university, don’t forget to stop by the alumni tent to pick up your free T-shirt, which will serve as free admission for you and your family into the football game.

Entrances to the Football Game
There will be two entrances into the game, and both are located in the Bauman parking lot directly behind the stadium.

Wheeler Sports Center Closed
The Wheeler Sports Center will be closed from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. This means the basketball gym, racquetball courts and locker rooms will be closed.

Bauman Walkway
The sidewalk located between the football stadium and Bauman will be open for the Alumni Plaza unveiling. The entrance to the game will still be a disability entrance, and you will need to walk around Bauman to enter the stadium. You will, however, be able to exit and enter back in through the disability entrance to see and take photos in the alumni plaza.

Circle Parking Lot
The circle parking lot near Wheeler will be closed for the day. This space is reserved for officials to park in. Officials will arrive as early as 10 a.m.

Sideline Passes
No one will be granted field access without a sideline pass. Sideline passes are issued to those who are required to work and/or have official business during the game.

Tickets
Students and staff can show their ID cards at the gate to get into the game free of charge. In addition, all George Fox alumni who show their homecoming T-shirt at the entrance of the game will receive free entry.

Additional tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Or, visit the athletics ticket website.

We hope to see you at the game at 1:30 p.m. and the Homecoming tailgate prior to that!

Join in celebrating unveiling of new Alumni Plaza tomorrow

October 4th, 2018

Have you walked by the area between the Ross Center and Stoffer Family Stadium and wondered what was going on? If so, we have exciting news: The space will be home to a new Alumni Plaza featuring a 10-foot-tall bronze bear! The plaza will serve as a visual reminder of our pride in being Bruins and celebrate the legacy of George Fox.

On the Saturday of homecoming weekend (tomorrow), we will host a special Alumni Plaza unveiling ceremony from 11:30 to noon. Free bear claws and coffee will be served, and a tailgate time follows in the Bauman parking lot. We hope you can join us!

The unveiling event is one of many activities happening that weekend. For a complete schedule of homecoming events, visit this page.

Be sure to attend Career and Internship Fair on Oct. 16

October 4th, 2018

You’re invited to attend the Career and Internship Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 16, at Portland State University! This fair is for students NOT studying STEM subjects (science, tech, engineering and math).

Over 80 employers will be there to talk about jobs and internships for this spring and summer. Employers include Boeing, the Beaverton School District, the Oregon Health Authority, PGE and U.S. Bank. See the full list of employers here.

Ride down with other George Fox students and IDEA Center staff or go on your own. Vans will depart at 10:45 a.m. and return to campus by 2:30 p.m. Sign up through Handshake.

Contact Colleen Sump (csump@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Deadline extended to Oct. 12 to purchase ‘Bruins and Blazers’ tickets

October 4th, 2018

We have had tremendous interest and are excited to announce we have added tickets and extended the deadline for our “Bruins and Blazers” event to Friday, Oct. 12. There will be over 200 Bruins in attendance, so join us!

Enjoy cheering on the Portland Trail Blazers against the Minnesota Timberwolves at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 4, with other Bruins in Club 5 seats. Get access to nicer restrooms and amenities, as well as comfortable seats, for $47 each. Or, bring your whole family and sit with George Fox students in the tan section for only $10 per seat.

The evening includes a postgame free-throw experience for all Bruins. Seats are limited, so be sure to act before the Oct. 12 deadline. Don’t miss a great matchup at great prices!

Buy tickets at this link. Contact Nichole Drew (ndrew@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Come to the quad Monday night to pray for the indigenous community

October 4th, 2018

Join us for a time of prayer on the quad on Monday, Oct. 8, at 7 p.m. for the indigenous community and for reconciliation to begin where difficult history, experiences and disparities still separate so many native and non-native peoples.

Bridge Cafe hours will be back to normal on Monday

October 4th, 2018

Effective Monday, Oct. 8, the Bridge Cafe will be back to the traditional hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Join the swing dance club tomorrow night in the FoxHole

October 4th, 2018

Join the Swing Dance Club tomorrow (Saturday) night in the FoxHole. Beginner lessons start at 6:30 p.m., followed by the intermediate dance at 7 p.m., and the open dance at 7:30 p.m.

Questions? Contact Andrea Alsager (aalsager17@georgefox.edu).

Mark your calendars for these fun events coming up!

October 4th, 2018
Upcoming Student Activities:
  • Friday, Oct. 19, from 8 to 10 p.m.: Game Night in Hadlock Student Center
  • Saturday, Oct. 20, at noon: Family Weekend Tailgate Party in Bauman Parking Lot
  • Saturday, Oct. 20, from 7 to 9 p.m.: Family Game Night in the Bruin Den
  • Thursday, Oct. 25, from 8 to 10 p.m.: Movie Night/Hadlock Hangout in Hadlock Student Center
  • Friday, Oct. 26, from 7 to 10 p.m: Fall Fest at Heiser Farms

For more information, visit this link.

Questions? Email Steph (sstcyr@georgefox.edu).

You can play a role in Family Weekend

October 4th, 2018

We are excited to welcome George Fox families to campus Friday, Oct. 19, through Sunday, Oct. 21, for Family Weekend! Please put on your best George Fox welcome and help families navigate campus as needed. We want to provide the most hospitable and fun experience possible for visiting families.

Also, take great care in encouraging those students who may not have a family member who is able to attend. Anyone is welcome to register for Family Weekend and join students for the activities happening on Friday through Sunday. To register and view the schedule, follow this link!

Questions? Email us at parents@georgefox.edu.

Don’t miss the tailgate party tomorrow!

October 4th, 2018

Come to the tailgate party for the Homecoming game tomorrow (Saturday) at noon in the Bauman parking lot. We’ll have corndogs, popcorn, cotton candy, drinks, and the yard games will be out.

We look forward to hanging out together and supporting our Bruins.

Questions? Email Steph (sstcyr@georgefox.edu)