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APRIL 2009

Greetings from the Executive Director…

The other day a colleague at George Fox sent me a link for an online interview with Harvard economist Kenneth Rogoff. It is a sobering perspective on current economic realities. As we are all aware, the world’s economic picture has changed significantly in the past year and a half, with the United States in the center of the collapse. According to Rogoff, big changes are on their way! In the interview he predicts a painful four-year journey for Americans as we strive to recover our financial fitness. His predictions include an increase in unemployment and inflation that will necessitate that most of us simplify our lives. More…

From the Parent Council
The Crazy Wacky World of the College Student Parent
In the interest of full disclosure, my wife and I do not have it "figured out," even though we are second-year-college-student parents. But some of the challenges that we have faced as we have "let go" of our college-age daughter has reminded us that our job (and privilege) of parenting has not ceased even after we moved her into her dorm room. In fact, our job, in many ways, is even more challenging. More…

Campus Life
Brad Lau, Vice President for Student Life
These past few weeks, my wife and I had the opportunity to speak in the evening chapel service held on campus every Thursday at 9 p.m. It is called "Shalom" and typically draws 100 to 150 students for a time of worship, reflection, and teaching from Scripture. I wish you could all join us to see firsthand the deep desire that so many of our students have to know God and make him known. It was such a rich experience as we sang, prayed, and studied the book of Philippians together. I’m always humbled at the privilege of working with George Fox students and seeing lives changed both in and outside the classroom. More…

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We are the National Champions!
Help us celebrate George Fox University’s undefeated women’s basketball team!

• NCAA Division III national champions
• Northwest conference champions
• Ranked no. 1 in the nation
• National coach of the year
• Final four most outstanding player
• West region players of the year
• Northwest conference player of the year
• National rookie of the year
• Undefeated season, 32 – 0

You are invited to attend a celebration event on Monday, April 20 at 10:30 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium. To register your attendance please contact Amy Lorenz at 503-554-2114 or alorenz@georgefox.edu.

Worcester Cathedral Choir performs at George Fox, April 6
You are invited to experience an English choral tradition dating back to the 1400s. George Fox University is honored to host the 34 choristers of the Worcester Cathedral Choir as they tour the Pacific Northwest.

An Evensong service will be sung at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium, followed by a concert at 8:15 p.m. Admission is free, but tickets are required. For tickets, please contact Amy Lorenz at 503-554-2134 or alorenz@georgefox.edu.

Graduation information for parents of Spring graduates
Graduation information is available online for parents of undergraduate students who will be graduating May 2, 2009.

A favorite event for families of Fox graduates is the First Reunion, held on Friday night, May 1st. This evening includes a program to celebrate our seniors, followed by a Paris themed buffet dinner in the dining room. Families and friends of all traditional graduating seniors are invited to attend. The seniors attend free of charge as guests of the alumni association. Online registration can be found on the commencement web site.

Summer jobs available for George Fox students
Many offices have part– or full–time summer work positions open for undergraduate students who qualify for the work study program.

Student Health 101
As a service to our families, we are providing a subscription to Student Health 101, a monthly online health and wellness magazine just for college students and their parents. Go to Student Health 101 to read the March issue, filled with great articles specifically written for parents. To read the student issue, click here.

Save the date for these great summer events
June 6 — Mariners Game at Safeco Field
Join us for the popular George Fox University night at Safeco Field, when the Mariners take on the Minnesota Twins. Join us for lunch at 11:30 a.m. First pitch is thrown at 1:10 p.m. For more information contact Danya Ochsner at 503-554-2121 or dochsner@georgefox.edu.

July 14 — George Fox University Golf Tournament
The Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club — Aloha, Ore.
George Fox University is seeking sponsors for the fourth annual golf tournament to support student scholarships. Last year, more than $40,000 was raised. Many sponsorship levels are available — please visit the following links for more information.
Sponsorship levels and information.
General tournament information.

IMPORTANT DATES

April 6
Worcester Cathedral Choir concert

April 10
Good Friday holiday

April 27
Study day

April 28–May 1
Final exam period

May 1
Spring semester classes end, 5 p.m.

May 1
First Reunion celebration for graduates

May 2
Baccalaureate

May 2
Spring commencement

May 2
Residence halls close at Noon

May 3
Student housing closes for graduates at Noon

May 4
May term begins

All athletic events are located at http://www.georgefox.edu/calendar/.

See the University calendar for a comprehensive list of athletic and performing arts events.

CHAPEL SCHEDULE

March 2009 Chapel Schedule

Chapels are held from 10:40 to 11:30 a.m. in Bauman Auditorium.
Chapel and other programs can be found online in MP3 format.

April 1 — Pat Gelsinger
Senior Vice President, Intel Corp.

April 6 — Chris Heuertz – Word Made Flesh
Author, Simple Spirituality

April 8 — Stations of the Cross
A Contemplative Service of Art, Prayer, and Scripture

April 13 — Easter Celebration
Brad Lau, Vice President of Student Life

April 15 — Richard Twiss
Co-founder, Wiconi International

April 20 — Women’s Basketball National Championship Celebration!

April 22 — Senior Commissioning and Campus Celebration

To view a complete chapel schedule, visit the Office of Spiritual Life’s website and click on Spiritual Life Calendar.

Send your student a care package
Bon Appétit Management Company provides food service at George Fox University. It also offers a wonderful selection of special packages for your student to honor birthdays, holidays, study breaks, or just to send a special hug from home. To find out more, click here.

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