The Daily Bruin

Make plans now to attend the theatre department’s production of  the classic Thornton Wilder drama Our Town.

Student tickets are free both Thursdays, April 5 and April 12. Your ticket must be in your own name, and be sure to bring your student ID to the door. Employees are provided with one complimentary ticket for any of the shows.

The show runs in Wood-Mar Auditorium April 5-7 and April 12-14 at 7:30 p.m., and will also include a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, April 15. Reserve your seat online and bring your George Fox ID with you to show at the door. You may also purchase additional tickets online. Tickets are also available for pick-up at the box office in the Bruin Store (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.).

For more information, visit this page. See you at the show!

Now that the debate team is back from prison, it’s time to go to court! The George Fox University speech and debate team will be presenting a mock trial on Monday, March 19, at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105.

This event is open to the public, and refreshments will be provided. At the close of the proceedings, the audience will have the opportunity to vote as members of the jury. After the decision, team members will be available to answer your questions about participation – or our multiple trips to prison.

For more information about this event or the team, please contact Miranda Davidson at mdavidson16@georgefox.edu, or Shannon Scott at sscott@georgefox.edu.

Interested in architecture? Join us this Monday, March 19, as the founder of an architectural firm, Otto Lundberg, speaks at Art Talk at the Chehalem Cultural Center (415 E. Sheridan St.). The free presentation runs from 6 to 7 p.m.

Lundberg will speak about his firm and the steps it took to create it. Lundberg Design is an 18-person architectural firm serving clients throughout the U.S. While the core of the practice is architectural, the firm is  committed to providing high-end, modern design at many levels. Lundberg Design’s signature style tends to be characterized by sculptural form, simply and elegantly executed, with a strong belief in the importance of carefully thought-out details.

Hope to see you there! Food and drink will be provided!

Contact Elizabeth Herrera (herrerae16@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Taqueria Kopitos in downtown Newberg has agreed to do a fundraiser all day on Tuesday, March 20 (“Taco Tuesday”) to help the university’s physical therapy program raise money for a serve trip to Africa!

Twenty percent of the day’s proceeds will be donated to our cause, so come out and get some great authentic Mexican food while helping us reach our goal! We appreciate your help.

Contact Justine Benner (jbenner12@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Calling all student dancers (undergraduate and graduate students): Tryouts for the 2018-19 George Fox dance team, which performs at football and basketball home games, are set from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 7, in Wheeler 211.

Come “performance ready,” wearing fitted athletic clothing and with a water and snack. Questions? Email gfudanceteamcoach@gmail.com.

Go Bruins!

The undergraduate admissions office is welcoming hundreds of students today (Friday) for our third and final Scholarship Competition. Please be considerate of our guests by avoiding parking in the Hoover and Stevens parking lots.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Kelly Friesen at ext. 2248 or kfriesen@georgefox.edu.

Do you know someone who deserves special recognition for awesome work at our next all-employee meeting (Monday, March 19)? Please take a moment to nominate a colleague using this form by the end of the day today (Friday). Include a short summary (two to three sentences) of their recent success!

The meeting is set from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in Canyon Commons. A live stream will be shown in Portland Center’s Room 160.

Questions? Contact Nichole Drew (ndrew@georgefox.edu).

Information Services is looking for a multi-talented individual to work closely with the information services coordinator. In this position, you will represent George Fox University to those calling the university switchboard and to visitors and guests at the Information Desk. You will have the exciting opportunity to deliver our Be Known promise while serving in this fun and engaging role as you provide above-and-beyond customer service to all you provide assistance to!

This is a 10-hour-per-week position that starts in the fall of 2018. Job posting and application requirements are available on Handshake. Email Barbi Doran at bdoran@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The Nicaragua service learning team is selling Voodoo Donuts to raise funds for our trip to Nicaragua this May. Donuts will be available for purchase tomorrow (Saturday) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until we run out. Come by Stoffer Family Stadium to eat yummy donuts and support the George Fox track and field team!

Contact Nika Griffith (ngriffith15@georgefox.edu) with questions.

The history honors society and George Fox Archives invite you to an open house and a behind-the-scenes tour of the George Fox University Archives on Thursday, March 22, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the MLRC.

Items from our collections on Herbert Hoover, the Four Flats Quartet, and a land deed signed by William Penn will be on display.

Please send questions to Rachel Thomas: rthomas@georgefox.edu.

We hope to see you there!

University Advancement is pleased to offer an estate planning workshop on Thursday, April 5, at noon in Roberts Center 117. A light lunch of soup and salad will be served.

Gene Christian, a George Fox alumnus and the university’s planned giving director, will present the tools and techniques necessary to develop a loving, tax-efficient estate distribution plan. If you need further direction with your estate plan, Gene will be available after the workshop to set up individual meetings.

There is no cost to you for either the lunch workshop or the individual meeting with Gene. Please join us to learn about estate planning and your options to care for those you love with your financial resources. Please RSVP by Thursday, March 29, to Karlyn Fleming at kfleming@georgefox.edu or ext. 2115.

Interested in working for the athletics department? Love to be involved with on-campus sporting events? Then you’re in luck, because the university’s game management department is hiring for the 2018-19 school year!

Duties include selling concessions (at volleyball, soccer, basketball and lacrosse games) setting up/gate-keeping at football games, ball shagging at soccer matches, ball rolling at volleyball matches, filming various events and much more!

Have questions? Contact Emily Loyd (eloyd15@georgefox.edu).

Come join Nutrition Matters as Emily Forbes from “Love and Plants” gives a cooking demonstration on how to make easy desserts. Join us at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20, in Canyon Commons 101. Free food is available afterwards, and credit is available for nutrition classes.

Contact Kelsey Herschberger (kherschberger14@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

The undergraduate admissions office is seeking qualified candidates to work as interns in the areas of admissions counseling, visit coordinating, and event coordinating. This is a great paid internship opportunity that will give you career-building experiences while also being a great resume builder.

We are seeking professional, energetic and detail-oriented candidates who are looking for a professionally developing experience while getting to be a part of a great team!

The application to apply is open and can be accessed on Handshake. Search for “Undergraduate Admissions Paid Internships.”

You may contact Kelly Friesen (kfriesen@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

The Bruin Store will be open tomorrow (Saturday) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Spring Sports Tailgate! Come check out our latest selections of apparel and gifts.

Go Bruins!

Are you going on Juniors Abroad in May? Do you have what you need for your upcoming travels? Travel kits are being sold by George Fox students with universal adapters, a journal with a personal note from a previous Juniors Abroad student, and a set of custom stickers!

Kits are only $19.99 and provide the essentials for your upcoming travels. Follow @gfujuniorsabroad on Instagram or email Kiana Neisig (kneisig14@georgefox.edu) to inquire about a travel kit.

The Department of Professional Studies is seeking a student employee to assist the department coordinator. This position is for a graduate student who is interested in working up to 10 hours per week assisting in office-related tasks as well as off-site events and projects.

Assistant duties include helping with the following: (1) Organizing files and storage closet; (2) implementing projects that may include research; (3) delivering and retrieving materials for various projects; (4) making copies; and (5) assisting in additional duties as assigned.

Click here for a job description, and click here for a student employment application. A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For more information, contact Courtney Elrod, DPS department coordinator, at 503-554-6180 or celrod@georgefox.edu.

Hey everyone! The Coast to Coast Swing Dance Club invites you to join us tomorrow (Saturday) in the FoxHole! Bring your friends and bring your dancing shoes. All levels of dancers are welcome! We hope to see you there!

Beginners learn at 6:30 p.m., followed by the intermediate dance at 7 p.m. and  the free social dance from 7:30 p.m. on.

Contact Justin Chang (jchang15@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

There is still time to apply for a student leadership position next year! We are now accepting applications for paid positions in the area of student activities. Roles include event planning and execution, marketing, graphic design, social media, tech, videography, photography and administration.

Preferred qualifications include a demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Experienced and unexperienced candidates are encouraged to apply here! The deadline to apply is today (Friday, March 16).

Questions? Email Stephanie St. Cyr at sstcyr@georgefox.edu.

Spring break is a great time to get trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED usage! Only three spots remain in the class to be held on Thursday, March 29, so sign up as soon as possible on the Security Services website to secure your spot!

The class will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Newberg campus, but Portland students and employees are also welcome to sign up!

Questions? Contact Mark Stone (mstone@georgefox.edu).