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Career Corner
Career Services Web Site
From Parent to Parent; Your Student After College
Greetings:
My name is Dave Schram. I am currently in my third year as a member of the Parent Council and am a member of the Career Services committee.
Over the course of my business career, I've had the opportunity to observe, listen, and conduct interviews with many college graduates. It has been a very enlightening process, and from this experience I would like to share some of the things you as parents can do to help your college students prepare for the world outside of the protected college environment.
Career Office: Stevens Center 325
503-554-2330
careers@georgefox.edu
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April 2006
From the Executive Director
In my messages to you throughout the year, I've encouraged you to think about a few things related to parenting young adults: releasing, supporting, praying, and encouraging. You may remember the illustration I used at the student passages session during the orientation at Genesis. When your child is in high school, they are the "boat" and you are the "anchor." You feel them tugging harder and harder against the anchor line, but you hold firm. During the college years, parents sever the anchor line and become the "lighthouse in a safe harbor" to which the boat returns again and again. Does this ring a bell?
Changed for Lasting Impact
By Brad Lau
Several years ago, there was a popular bumper sticker slogan that read, "Change is good. You go first." When many of us think about this issue of change and its impact on our own lives and communities, there is often a degree of uncertainty and apprehension about what "change" means. How will things look different? How will they stay the same?
A Note From the Parent Council
It's hard to believe the academic year is coming to a close in just a few weeks. My son is finishing his junior year, and it seems like just yesterday he started his freshman year at George Fox.
Announcements
Meal plan costs for 2006-07
For information about meal plan options and costs for 2006-07.
For parents of graduating seniors
Comprehensive information and online registration for commencement events is now complete and available at commencement.georgefox.edu. Please plan to attend the First Reunion event for graduating seniors and their families and friends on Friday, April 28th. This wonderful event includes a senior program and a great buffet dinner. It's the perfect opportunity to meet other George Fox families and friends. Pay online at https://www.applyweb.com/public/register?s=gfoxev2r. For information about First Reunion, call Vickie Timmons at 503-554-2131. If you have any other questions concerning commencement details, please contact Missy Terry at 503-554-2141.
Junior's Abroad
Is your son or daughter touring with a Junior's Abroad trip in May? Some groups post pictures and information online while they are abroad. Information may include itinerary group experiences. To see if your student's trip will be covered online, go to www.georgefox.edu/juniors_abroad during the month of May 2006.
George Fox Golf Tournament
Tuesday, July 18, 2006 - The Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club - Aloha, Ore.
We are seeking sponsors and golfers for the third annual George Fox golf tournament. Proceeds from the tournament go toward student scholarships - last year we were able to raise over $26,000 and we hope to raise even more this year. Come join us to connect with other George Fox friends and enjoy a great day of golf! Sponsorship levels and information General tournament information
Mariner's Baseball
A grand slam event: Watch the Mariners take on the Boston Red Sox in Seattle with the George Fox family. Lunch at Safeco Field begins at 11:30 p.m., followed by the game at 1 p.m. Tickets are only $40 for lunch and the game. For more information, visit alumni.georgefox.edu or call Danya Ochsner at 503-554-2121.
Motorcycle Rally
The George Fox Office of Alumni Relations is planning a motorcycle rally to take place on August 5, 2006, and we want to hear from you! Please let us know if you are a street motorcycle rider so we can include you in the invitations. We'd also like to know if you are interested in a long ride to the coast and back (150 miles) or a shorter ride through the valleys and hills of wine country (75-80) miles. Call or email the Alumni Office at: 503-554-2131 or alumni@georgefox.edu by March 30 to let us know of your interest.
Special from Bon Appetit
The "You Deserve a Study Break" gift basket is available for parents to send to their hardworking students during finals week! The price is only $16.95. Go to http://www.georgefox.edu/parents/services/pack_options.html to view all student gift baskets.
Important Dates
| April 3 |
Classes resume after Spring vacation |
| April 4 - 8 |
Macbeth, Spring theatre |
| April 11 |
Chehalem Symphony Orchestra Concert |
| April 14 |
Good Friday holiday |
| April 21 |
Spring semester classes end at 5 p.m. |
| April 21 |
Spring Concert |
| April 24 |
Study day |
| April 25 - 28 |
Final exam period |
| April 28 |
First Reunion for graduates and families
6 p.m. program, 7:30 p.m. dinner |
| April 29 |
Baccalaureate at 9:30 a.m. |
| April 29 |
Spring Commencement at 2 p.m. |
| April 29 |
Residence halls close at 5 p.m. |
| May 1 |
Student housing closes for graduates at 5 p.m. |
| All campus events can be accessed on the Web event calendar. |
Spiritual Formation Schedule, April 2006
Monday, April 3
10:40 - 11:30 a.m.
Shane Claiborne
The Simple Way
Author, The Irresistible Revolution
Bauman Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
Shane Claiborne
The Simple Way
Hoover 104
Wednesday, April 5
10:40 - 11:30 a.m.
Mark Strong, Pastor
LifeChange Christian Center
Bauman Auditorium
Monday, April 10
10:40 - 11:30 a.m.
Senior Chapel
Bauman Auditorium
Full April Spiritual Formation Schedule
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