So Orientation is getting really close, and I know most of you might be nervous or excited to come to Fox. Or many of you are just wanting summer to last longer. All of those feelings are totally legit, I was feeling like that last year so I know what you are going through.
Anyway, my name is Kacey and I am going to be a sophomore this year. I am living in La Shana and am a Cinema Media and Communication major with an emphasis in Film Studies. Its kinda a lot to say but definitely a fun major. A few things about me: I am super friendly and like meeting new people, it's one of my favorite things. Jesus is my #1 and this last year I have definitely grown closer to him. I love having fun and just doing crazy random things. I love the shows Lost, the office, and heroes along with many others. I love to bake and cook and read, Twilight Series is pretty much awesome. I work in the Library on Campus so if you need a book I can definitely help you check it out. Pretty much I love to laugh so you can probably hear me halfway across the cafeteria. All in all I love hanging out, having fun, and meeting new people.
Some advice for you - Enjoy the rest of your summer, the days only go by so fast. Don't be afraid to take the risk of meeting new people, because believe me everyone is new so they are looking for friends too, so go up and say hi. Don't pack a ridiculous amount of stuff cuz believe me you won't use it. PACK A FAN!!! It is super hot for the first few weeks, you will need one. Go on the mystery bus tour, it was awesome! I am still friends with people I met there! Anyway, I hope you have a good rest of the summer and I can't wait to meet you!
Peace Out ---Kacey
Monday, August 18, 2008
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Two Weeks!
So the countdown begins ... Orientation begins two weeks from today!! I can't believe how fast this summer has gone by, I feel like it just started. It feels like yesterday that Jessie and I began planning for this awesome weekend for you all. Now we are down to the nitty gritty details of the weekend ... all of the little important things that we have to make sure not to forget. We are very excited for each one of you to make this transition to Fox. We know that your experience here will be life changing (cheesy, but true!); ask your Orientation Leaders or Peer Advisors, they will agree. Fox is a great home =)
Well, here is the latest update from us at the Orientation office: SIGN UP for the MYSTERY BUS TOUR!! You can register online at orientation.georgefox.edu; the link for the registration is on the front page, just click on the big yellow bus! The event costs $20, but includes dinner, transportation, and an activity. It will be on Friday, August 29th from 4:15 pm - 12:30 am.
But seriously, you all should really sign up, it will be the best event of your Orientation Weekend. We know people are excited because in the first 16 hours the registration was available online we had 25 people sign up, YAY! So, go now and SIGN UP!
SEE YOU ALL IN TWO WEEKS!
But seriously, you all should really sign up, it will be the best event of your Orientation Weekend. We know people are excited because in the first 16 hours the registration was available online we had 25 people sign up, YAY! So, go now and SIGN UP!
SEE YOU ALL IN TWO WEEKS!
Monday, August 11, 2008
Elizabeth Halstead: O-leader
Welcome all! I hope that you are all ready for an exciting school year. There are only a few weeks left till summer ends and then a whole new journey starts.
Well, to start off, my name is Elizabeth Halstead. But, I usually go by Liz. I’m from Redmond, Oregon. Go Panthers!! And I try to enjoy everything as much as I can. I grew up in the public school system most of my life. I am an International Studies major with a minor in TESOL. I love music and books. Summer time is when my reading starts. I love to read everything that I can, mostly fiction though. When I said I love music, I really meant it. Everyone in my family plays an instrument. So, I started playing the flute in middle school and piano when I was 5. I am a big fan of anime and manga as well. I will be a Peer Advisor this year so I may have some of you in my First Year Seminar Class. If you are, I hope to get to know all of you real well.
So, I guess you know a little about me. Now comes my snit-bit of advice for your year on campus.
1. Have FUN!!!
I am totally not joking about this. This is the time where you can get to know new people and learn about yourself more. So, have fun while you’re at it. Orientation Weekend itself is going to be a little scary. There are so many people you won’t know and so many things going on. But, take it in and try to enjoy yourself in everything.
2. Be YOURSELF.
This one is true too. Try not to hide yourself. The majority of the people on campus don’t know your past. All they want to know is the real you, and get to know you for who you are. The people at GFU are awesome and everyone from students and staff want to get to know that real you.
3. Place everything on God.
There will be some struggles that you will face on campus and even at home. That’s when you need to pray and just TRUST God. I can personally vouch for this and so do many of my friends.
See you soon.
Well, to start off, my name is Elizabeth Halstead. But, I usually go by Liz. I’m from Redmond, Oregon. Go Panthers!! And I try to enjoy everything as much as I can. I grew up in the public school system most of my life. I am an International Studies major with a minor in TESOL. I love music and books. Summer time is when my reading starts. I love to read everything that I can, mostly fiction though. When I said I love music, I really meant it. Everyone in my family plays an instrument. So, I started playing the flute in middle school and piano when I was 5. I am a big fan of anime and manga as well. I will be a Peer Advisor this year so I may have some of you in my First Year Seminar Class. If you are, I hope to get to know all of you real well.
So, I guess you know a little about me. Now comes my snit-bit of advice for your year on campus.
1. Have FUN!!!
I am totally not joking about this. This is the time where you can get to know new people and learn about yourself more. So, have fun while you’re at it. Orientation Weekend itself is going to be a little scary. There are so many people you won’t know and so many things going on. But, take it in and try to enjoy yourself in everything.
2. Be YOURSELF.
This one is true too. Try not to hide yourself. The majority of the people on campus don’t know your past. All they want to know is the real you, and get to know you for who you are. The people at GFU are awesome and everyone from students and staff want to get to know that real you.
3. Place everything on God.
There will be some struggles that you will face on campus and even at home. That’s when you need to pray and just TRUST God. I can personally vouch for this and so do many of my friends.
See you soon.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Maggie Pitcairn: O-Leader
Hi everyone!
I am so excited that each of you have chosen Fox for this next year! Believe me, I think you'll like it :) And orientation looks like it will be a lot of fun!!
I'm Maggie Pitcairn and I will be a sophomore this year at Fox. I am an Elementary Education major and super excited about it! I want to teach second grade. In my opinion, it is the perfect grade: they aren't old enough to rebel too much and they are still cute, but they know the rules and ways of school better then the Knd kids! My roommate for this next year will be RA of Edward 1 too, so maybe some of you will be in my hall!
Other than that, some more random things about me: I am absolutely in love with Target; my favorite color is pink; I love reading; I worked at Costco this summer and it definitely improved my muscles; and I can talk really really fast when I get excited!
I know some of you may be nervous about coming to Fox. I was too and it was a difficult first year. But you'll figure it out and no matter how hard it is, God has a lot to teach each of you at college.
Can't wait to see everyone in a few weeks!! And don't forget to bring a fan for your dorm rooms...those first few weeks will be awful without it!!
Maggie L. Pitcairn
I am so excited that each of you have chosen Fox for this next year! Believe me, I think you'll like it :) And orientation looks like it will be a lot of fun!!
I'm Maggie Pitcairn and I will be a sophomore this year at Fox. I am an Elementary Education major and super excited about it! I want to teach second grade. In my opinion, it is the perfect grade: they aren't old enough to rebel too much and they are still cute, but they know the rules and ways of school better then the Knd kids! My roommate for this next year will be RA of Edward 1 too, so maybe some of you will be in my hall!
Other than that, some more random things about me: I am absolutely in love with Target; my favorite color is pink; I love reading; I worked at Costco this summer and it definitely improved my muscles; and I can talk really really fast when I get excited!
I know some of you may be nervous about coming to Fox. I was too and it was a difficult first year. But you'll figure it out and no matter how hard it is, God has a lot to teach each of you at college.
Can't wait to see everyone in a few weeks!! And don't forget to bring a fan for your dorm rooms...those first few weeks will be awful without it!!
Maggie L. Pitcairn
Jaclyn Cascio: O-Leader
Welcome to George Fox! We’re so glad you decided to come!
This new school year is approaching quickly. Almost too quickly. The countdown is in motion and the clock is ticking away the little time of summer that is left. Scary, isn’t it? But, never fear! Starting school is just another adventure! And the best way to enjoy an adventure is to throw yourself into it wholeheartedly! That is my first piece of advice to you, as incoming students. Take each opportunity to learn something new! Jump at every chance to meet new people! No one can know the true joy of new life experiences without actually experiencing them. All the hodge-podge of orientation is overwhelming when you first arrive, but take it all in and try to enjoy. It’s worth it! My second piece of advice: Trust God with EVERYTHING. When you have troubles, hand them over. Believe me! No one is more capable of straightening our lives out than he is.
Now you’re probably wondering who the advice is coming from. My name is Jaclyn Cascio. I’m a senior, majoring in psychology, with a Christian ministries missions minor. I transferred in last year from TVCC as a junior. I hail from Ontario, Oregon – the dry, high-desert, eastern side of the state that this side sometimes forgets about. Sometimes I miss the rocks and sagebrush. This side of Oregon is too wet and green for my taste. But regardless, I LOVE GFU. The atmosphere of the campus and the wonderful people make it all worthwhile.
And the best way to describe myself is to share my current (un)healthy obsessions with you. Please don’t laugh too hard at me. I’m embarrassed at some of them too. :P But perhaps you’ll find that you share some of them as well! They include: LOST, Psych, Jeff Dunham, laughing, Demetri Martin, pranks, old movies and tv shows (We’re talking 1950’s era mostly.), Twilight, graham crackers, creating (or just watching) awkward situations, peanut butter, snowball fights, getting lost, YouTube, pieces of flair, Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire, Wheel of Time series, Red Skelton, Disney movies, dancing alone in the rain, driving (especially off-roading), Clark Kent, and my timeless obsession: God.
I’m looking forward to meeting you all! Enjoy the summer!
This new school year is approaching quickly. Almost too quickly. The countdown is in motion and the clock is ticking away the little time of summer that is left. Scary, isn’t it? But, never fear! Starting school is just another adventure! And the best way to enjoy an adventure is to throw yourself into it wholeheartedly! That is my first piece of advice to you, as incoming students. Take each opportunity to learn something new! Jump at every chance to meet new people! No one can know the true joy of new life experiences without actually experiencing them. All the hodge-podge of orientation is overwhelming when you first arrive, but take it all in and try to enjoy. It’s worth it! My second piece of advice: Trust God with EVERYTHING. When you have troubles, hand them over. Believe me! No one is more capable of straightening our lives out than he is.
Now you’re probably wondering who the advice is coming from. My name is Jaclyn Cascio. I’m a senior, majoring in psychology, with a Christian ministries missions minor. I transferred in last year from TVCC as a junior. I hail from Ontario, Oregon – the dry, high-desert, eastern side of the state that this side sometimes forgets about. Sometimes I miss the rocks and sagebrush. This side of Oregon is too wet and green for my taste. But regardless, I LOVE GFU. The atmosphere of the campus and the wonderful people make it all worthwhile.
And the best way to describe myself is to share my current (un)healthy obsessions with you. Please don’t laugh too hard at me. I’m embarrassed at some of them too. :P But perhaps you’ll find that you share some of them as well! They include: LOST, Psych, Jeff Dunham, laughing, Demetri Martin, pranks, old movies and tv shows (We’re talking 1950’s era mostly.), Twilight, graham crackers, creating (or just watching) awkward situations, peanut butter, snowball fights, getting lost, YouTube, pieces of flair, Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire, Wheel of Time series, Red Skelton, Disney movies, dancing alone in the rain, driving (especially off-roading), Clark Kent, and my timeless obsession: God.
I’m looking forward to meeting you all! Enjoy the summer!
Monday, August 4, 2008
Ashley Bagdon: O-leader
Hello new friends!
I am so excited to meet all of you and to help you along with your decision in choosing fox! Fox is an amazing college filled with so many opportunities, diverse people, and best of all—the opportunity to get an education with a Christian influence!
So with that said, hello! My name is Ashley Bagdon and I am going into my sophomore year as a Christian Ministries major with a concentration in youth ministry! Youth are my passion and I have been heavily involved in a couple youth groups since I was in high school!
I am from a teeny little town named Athena that is up in Eastern Oregon around Pendleton. The cool thing about Athena, is even though it's a small little hick town with not a lot to do, it's in the middle of two big cities and close to the mountains and the country. And since there is not a lot always to do, you have to use your inner creative self to find fun things to do!
I love worshipping while playing my guitar and singing. I also love horses, America's Next Top Model, my macbook, and weddings.
Once again I would like to say that I'm glad you have chosen fox! I know it's overwhelming and kinda even scary to think that you are starting a new chapter in your life while being away from parents and friends (most of you) and not knowing anyone. The great thing about Fox though is the community. It will not take you long at all to meet someone on your dorm floor, in your classes, or in the quad (for those of you who don't know… the quad is the center of campus that surrounds the clock tower). Plus, all the profs are really helpful and nice and it's easy to build relationships with them! And… don't forget about me! I want to be your friend! So with all of those options, you can't go wrong with finding someone you can relate to and Orientation gives you a good opportunity to make those relationships! I look forward to meeting you and making you feel comfortable and at home as you transition into a new period in your life!
If any of you want to contact me, find me on facebook! Yeah!
Good luck and see you in a few weeks!
Ashley
I am so excited to meet all of you and to help you along with your decision in choosing fox! Fox is an amazing college filled with so many opportunities, diverse people, and best of all—the opportunity to get an education with a Christian influence!
So with that said, hello! My name is Ashley Bagdon and I am going into my sophomore year as a Christian Ministries major with a concentration in youth ministry! Youth are my passion and I have been heavily involved in a couple youth groups since I was in high school!
I am from a teeny little town named Athena that is up in Eastern Oregon around Pendleton. The cool thing about Athena, is even though it's a small little hick town with not a lot to do, it's in the middle of two big cities and close to the mountains and the country. And since there is not a lot always to do, you have to use your inner creative self to find fun things to do!
I love worshipping while playing my guitar and singing. I also love horses, America's Next Top Model, my macbook, and weddings.
Once again I would like to say that I'm glad you have chosen fox! I know it's overwhelming and kinda even scary to think that you are starting a new chapter in your life while being away from parents and friends (most of you) and not knowing anyone. The great thing about Fox though is the community. It will not take you long at all to meet someone on your dorm floor, in your classes, or in the quad (for those of you who don't know… the quad is the center of campus that surrounds the clock tower). Plus, all the profs are really helpful and nice and it's easy to build relationships with them! And… don't forget about me! I want to be your friend! So with all of those options, you can't go wrong with finding someone you can relate to and Orientation gives you a good opportunity to make those relationships! I look forward to meeting you and making you feel comfortable and at home as you transition into a new period in your life!
If any of you want to contact me, find me on facebook! Yeah!
Good luck and see you in a few weeks!
Ashley
Jared Whitney: O-leader
Welcome to the George Fox University family! There are no words to describe how excited I am to get back to George Fox. Just first mention of GFU in the fall and you can’t get me to shut up… so this may be long!
First off my name is Jared Whitney and I am currently an undecided major however am intending on a History major with the hopes of teaching high school or college students someday. My concentration will probably be US History because I have a huge fascination with the origins of how our way of life was constructed and the morals it was built upon. As a teacher I want the Lord to use me to be a light to students who may not otherwise have a teacher they feel that they can trust to be a word of encouragement in an environment that is seldom welcoming.
I can’t say that I have the most experience and can tell you all about what life at Fox is all about, however within the first year I have learned that there is almost no limit to anything that you want to do. I stepped out on a limb last year and ran for freshman class co-president. I ended up snagging the position and it made a lot of the first year highly memorable. Planning events and making sure my fellow classmates (most of whom I was just beginning to meet for the first time) were entertained and taken care of was a huge privilege and honor. I am not my class’s president this year however that does not mean that I don’t intend to not stay involved. This next year I will be a student employee for Chehalem Young Life. Helping students hear about and grow in Jesus Christ sincerely satisfies my soul and I believe that I feel the Lord’s favor in what I do. Along with Young Life, I find myself being with friends and playing the guitar. I’m sadly addicted to coffee and if you ever want to snag some with me, you’re totally welcome!
My ministry, I feel, is never limited and I pray that the Lord will use me to minister to you freshman, transfers and other new students in a way none of us could imagine. I have no doubt that God will use you all to bless me above and beyond what any of us could ever expect. He is an awesome God and is infinitely without limits! God Bless you as you enter in to a brand new chapter in your life and again, welcome to George Fox University. May it be home to you as it has been for me!
First off my name is Jared Whitney and I am currently an undecided major however am intending on a History major with the hopes of teaching high school or college students someday. My concentration will probably be US History because I have a huge fascination with the origins of how our way of life was constructed and the morals it was built upon. As a teacher I want the Lord to use me to be a light to students who may not otherwise have a teacher they feel that they can trust to be a word of encouragement in an environment that is seldom welcoming.
I can’t say that I have the most experience and can tell you all about what life at Fox is all about, however within the first year I have learned that there is almost no limit to anything that you want to do. I stepped out on a limb last year and ran for freshman class co-president. I ended up snagging the position and it made a lot of the first year highly memorable. Planning events and making sure my fellow classmates (most of whom I was just beginning to meet for the first time) were entertained and taken care of was a huge privilege and honor. I am not my class’s president this year however that does not mean that I don’t intend to not stay involved. This next year I will be a student employee for Chehalem Young Life. Helping students hear about and grow in Jesus Christ sincerely satisfies my soul and I believe that I feel the Lord’s favor in what I do. Along with Young Life, I find myself being with friends and playing the guitar. I’m sadly addicted to coffee and if you ever want to snag some with me, you’re totally welcome!
My ministry, I feel, is never limited and I pray that the Lord will use me to minister to you freshman, transfers and other new students in a way none of us could imagine. I have no doubt that God will use you all to bless me above and beyond what any of us could ever expect. He is an awesome God and is infinitely without limits! God Bless you as you enter in to a brand new chapter in your life and again, welcome to George Fox University. May it be home to you as it has been for me!
Friday, August 1, 2008
Kirstin Hoffmann: O-Committee
Hey new George Fox Students,
So you only have a few more weeks before you are officially part of the George Fox Family and I can’t wait. I love meeting new people but I thought I first let you get to know me a little first.
My name is Kirstin Hoffmann and I am finally a senior this year at Fox. I will be graduating with a degree in Chemistry and two concentrations in Biology and Forensics. My life long dream is to work in a forensics lab and if all goes according to plan I hope to be working in the FBI forensics lab. I am originally from Southern California (and for those that know that area I’m from Riverside) but for the past couple of years I’ve pretty much lived in Oregon just spending a few weeks visiting my family…George Fox really is my home away from home.
My major keeps me pretty busy (spending most of my time in labs) but I love taking breaks and participating in all the activities that are at Fox. Some of my favorites that I highly recommend to all of you are: Fall and Spring Retreat, movie on the lawn, midnight breakfast, and well coffee dates are always the best! I also TA for the General Chemistry labs, so maybe I’ll even have some of you in lab.
Other random facts about myself: I love the color pink, I hate snakes and vegetables, and I love Disneyland. I am on the Orientation Committee and I am a peer advisor this semester so I’ll be getting to hang out with a bunch of you as well.
I am sure you all are getting all your dorm gear together (Target is a great place to shop) and for whatever things you forgot or can’t fit in your car…we have the Fred Meyer night run just for Fox Students! Well, there is so much more I could tell you but hopefully I’ll be meeting you in person in just a few short weeks. Enjoy the last few weeks of your summer!
Kirstin
So you only have a few more weeks before you are officially part of the George Fox Family and I can’t wait. I love meeting new people but I thought I first let you get to know me a little first.
My name is Kirstin Hoffmann and I am finally a senior this year at Fox. I will be graduating with a degree in Chemistry and two concentrations in Biology and Forensics. My life long dream is to work in a forensics lab and if all goes according to plan I hope to be working in the FBI forensics lab. I am originally from Southern California (and for those that know that area I’m from Riverside) but for the past couple of years I’ve pretty much lived in Oregon just spending a few weeks visiting my family…George Fox really is my home away from home.
My major keeps me pretty busy (spending most of my time in labs) but I love taking breaks and participating in all the activities that are at Fox. Some of my favorites that I highly recommend to all of you are: Fall and Spring Retreat, movie on the lawn, midnight breakfast, and well coffee dates are always the best! I also TA for the General Chemistry labs, so maybe I’ll even have some of you in lab.
Other random facts about myself: I love the color pink, I hate snakes and vegetables, and I love Disneyland. I am on the Orientation Committee and I am a peer advisor this semester so I’ll be getting to hang out with a bunch of you as well.
I am sure you all are getting all your dorm gear together (Target is a great place to shop) and for whatever things you forgot or can’t fit in your car…we have the Fred Meyer night run just for Fox Students! Well, there is so much more I could tell you but hopefully I’ll be meeting you in person in just a few short weeks. Enjoy the last few weeks of your summer!
Kirstin
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