OSU moves ahead with emergency alert system (51) Jul 18, 2008
Any Oregon institution of higher learning can join the contract, and several community colleges are interested, said George Marlton, director of purchasing and contract services for the OUS. Corbin College and George Fox University also have expressed interest. The contract also leaves opportunities for K-12 districts and municipalities to join. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
IN SCHOOL - Education roundup Jul 8, 2008
George Fox University (Oregon) - Kelsey Tresemer, Darby, bachelor of science in engineering, magna cum laude. Bowdoin College (Maine) - Forrest Horton, Missoula, bachelor of arts, geology-environmental studies. (Missoulian, MT)
Kelso High School memories: 1965 to 1969 Jun 19, 2008
I had the remarkable privilege to not only graduate from Kelso High, but I came back from my university (George Fox University, Newberg, Ore. to take my first teaching/coaching position at my alma mater. (Longview Daily News, WA)
All-star games give area athletes another shot at the spotlight Jun 13, 2008
On Saturday, the games are at George Fox University in Newberg with Class 4A at noon, Class 2A at 2 p.m. and Class 3A at 4 p.m.. Class 5A and 4A boys basketball. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Honors and plans of Corvallis High grads Jun 8, 2008
Nicholas Peter Ogle: George Fox University, Mechanical Engineering; George Fox Presidential Scholarship, George Fox Science Scholarship, Eagle Scout, Commended National Merit, National Honor Society. Wyatt Erik Ohlen: LBCC, Engineering. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Valedictorians and salutatorians at Corvallis High School Jun 8, 2008
Plans: Attend George Fox University and major in mechanical engineering. Shayna Pekala. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
CVHS musicians to give last student concert Jun 6, 2008
The school s concert choir placed third in the 5A division championships held May 2 at George Fox University in Newberg. The Camerata Orchestra finished second among 5A and 6A string orchestras and the Wind Ensemble Band took second in the 5A band division at their respective contests May 6-9 at the LaSells Stewart Center at Oregon State University. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Crescent Valley honors Jun 6, 2008
Mikaela Alexander: Certificate of Initial Mastery, CV Family Studies Award, will attend George Fox University ... Sarah Faddis: Certificate of Initial Mastery, National Honor Society, ASB Historian, Oregon Department of Education Student Advisor Nominee, George Fox University Dean s Scholarship, University of Oregon Clark Honors College admission, Seattle Pacific University Dean s Scholarship, will attend Seattle Pacific University ... Michael Ulstad: OSAA Farmers Insurance Group Scholar Athlete... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Track: Kilian to coach Jun 5, 2008
He is a 1998 graduate of Barlow and was a decathlete at George Fox University. Basketball: UO brings. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
East Linn Christian sends off 18 seniors Jun 5, 2008
0 GPA. She plans to attend George Fox University for pre-medical studies, and wants to be a missionary doctor to India, the Middle East and the inner cities of the United States, after completing medical school. During high school, she was involved in National Honor Society, made the honor roll four years, was a Junior Rotarian, was named student of the year three times, served as ASB secretary and was on Worship Team. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
South Albany bids farewell to 281 seniors Jun 1, 2008
13 GPA. She plans to attend George Fox University to major in music with an emphasis in performance and a minor in history. She plans to get a master s degree in education. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Alumni Notes: Romanko clocks fast time in 800 for Air Force May 30, 2008
Five former South Coast standout athletes recently competed in the Northwest Conference Championships held at George Fox University. Three competed for Willamette University and two others represented Linfield College. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Harrisburg to graduate 68 May 30, 2008
92 GPA. She is the daughter of Nick and Donna Bowers, and plans to attend George Fox University. She has been involved in softball, volleyball and basketball for three years. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Class of 2008: Santiam Christian High School May 30, 2008
Joshua Brumfield SCHS Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, SCHS Outstanding Student (Choir), ACSI Distinguished Student (Leadership, Fine Arts, Christian Service), OSAA Farmers Insurance Group Activity Scholar, Corban College Chancellor s, Achievement and Music Scholarships, George Fox University Duke Distinguished Scholar Award and Music Scholarship ... Kathryn Caday Valedictorian, SCHS Honor Graduate, SCHS Outstanding Student (English Literature, English Composition, Chemistry, Choir),... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Warriors to play college hoops May 29, 2008
Nissen will head to George Fox University; Zehner, to Linn-Benton Community College. Zehner, a 5-foot 6-inch guard, played varsity ball for LHS for two years. (Lebanon Express, OR)
BUSINESS IN BRIEF (May 26) May 26, 2008
She is a graduate student at George Fox University. Willamette STAGE Company, founded in early 2007, is a nonprofit, private corporation, providing professional live theatre experiences for local artists and audiences. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Movers & Shakers (May 26) May 26, 2008
Butler-Walker s undergraduate work was in theatre, and she is a graduate student at George Fox University. Willamette STAGE Company was founded in early 2007 by a group of theatre artists and enthusiasts led by Artistic Director Robert Delk Hirsh, a veteran professional actor and director. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Tune up your day at band festival at George Fox University May 17, 2008
The other musicians on the stage at George Fox University shouted greetings to Weber and continued their preparations -- tuning and polishing their instruments, stretching muscles tight from the workday ... The band is host to the Newberg Community Band Festival, bringing together bands from Oregon and Washington for a free, all-day smorgasbord of heart-thumping marches, singalong show tunes and toe-tapping pops favorites at George Fox University's Bauman Auditorium ... He soon was back doing... (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Club’s athletic director steps up May 14, 2008
Jacob, a senior at Crescent Valley High School, hopes to play baseball at George Fox University next year. All his kids are three-sport athletes. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Casey, Oregon State build for the long run on the diamond May 13, 2008
When Casey took over in 1995 after seven seasons at George Fox University, a Division III school in nearby Newberg, the Beavers had qualified for the NCAA tournament three times in the previous 31 years. Oregon State won 105 games from 1996 to 1998 but could not crack the NCAA field until 2005, when current Boston Red Sox outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury led the Beavers to Omaha. (USA Today -- Sports)
CVHS musicians May 13, 2008
The choir also took first place in the sight reading competition held May 2 at George Fox University in Newberg. Crescent Valley also placed well at last week s OSAA band and orchestra competition May 6 through 9 at the LaSells Stewart Center in Corvallis. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
OSAA choir winners announced May 5, 2008
More than 3,600 high school students representing 63 high schools performed Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the 2008 OSAA/U.S. Bank/Les Schwab Tires Choir State Championships held at George Fox University in Newberg. A full list of all of the 63 choirs that participated is available on the Oregon School Activities Association's Web site: osaa. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
I am an Oregonian Apr 20, 2008
Henry Balensifer Age: 19 Occupation: College student Birthplace: Warrenton Home: Newberg; attends George Fox University as a freshman, majoring in political science/pre-law Family: Parents live in Warrenton; two older sisters Who he wants for president: John McCain. Henry Balensifer remembers preaching to a packed church when he was 7 about the importance of community service. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Johnson and Lund engaged Apr 17, 2008
Eva-Lynn is a science outreach coordinator for George Fox University in Newberg, Ore, from which she graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor's in biology in 2007. Travis is also a magna cum laude graduate of George Fox University, with a bachelor's degree in chemistry received in 2006. (Daily Triplicate)
Newberg leader's war protest is all about the money Apr 4, 2008
He found George Fox University, the Christian liberal arts school that is a large presence in Newberg. The university waives tuition to students older than 62. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
And the Grammy goes to ... Philomath (56) Mar 31, 2008
I came to Philomath to work less, laughs Johnson, who joined the PHS staff in September 2004 after directing bands for many years at Corvallis High School and Western View Middle School and taking a year off to get a doctor of education degree from George Fox University in Newberg. On most school days, Johnson, who heads up drama, band and choir at the school as well as teaching students studying for the GED, arrives at 6:45 a.m. and often doesn t leave until after 8 p.m.. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Frasier sets two records for Lakers Mar 19, 2008
Francesca Frasier set two more school records and several teammates won events for the Southwestern Oregon Community College track team at the Frank Haskins Invite at George Fox University on Saturday. Frasier, who established the school record in the steeplechase last week, set a new mark in the 1,500 meters with her time of 5 minutes, 9. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Goody: To err is history Mar 17, 2008
"By observing Obama and Clinton, it should be evident that some of their assumptions about the ability of African-Americans and women to participate fully in the political process were erroneous," said Mark David Hall, a political-science professor at George Fox University, in Newberg, Ore. No kidding. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Eliot Spitzer's alias at Mayflower hotel has a ring of history Mar 15, 2008
"He did spend a lot of time in jail," Rob Felton, spokesman for George Fox University in Newberg, Ore. said of Fox, usually when he ran afoul of English authorities. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Alumni Notes: Jasmer swims to individual Pac-10 title (7) Mar 15, 2008
Former Brookings-Harbor standout Mark Metzler started every game of the season for the men s basketball team at George Fox University. Metzler concluded his senior season averaging more the 28 minutes per game for the Bruins while leading the team in rebounds with 126, and blocked shots with 13. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Educational achievements Feb 24, 2008
Carli L. Bowman, of North Bend and Alayna Joy Becker, of Coos Bay, have been named to the dean s list at George Fox University for the 2007 fall semester ... George Fox University is a Christian university of the humanities, sciences and professional studies ranked by the U.S. News and World Report as a top-tier western regional university. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
At our best (Feb. 11) Feb 11, 2008
George Fox University, Newberg The following local students have been named to the dean s list for the 2007 fall semester. Corvallis: Allison Christine Ogle, sophomore, sociology; Brendon Matthew Hart, sophomore, biology; Jonathan D. Reeves, senior, psychology; Luke Benjamin Fletcher, junior, biology; Mikaela Alexis Puana Ameele, senior, psychology; and Spencer Morgan Alexander, freshman, cinema and media communication. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Lebanon, Oregon: College town Jan 31, 2008
Corvallis is an example, as are towns with smaller universities Newberg (George Fox University), Forest Grove (Pacific University) and Ashland (Southern Oregon University). The people gathering together in the latest effort to revitalize downtown should dream big about the possibilities. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Dixon Named Hayward Award Winner Jan 29, 2008
Recent winners Oregon State University baseball (2006), Oregon State University baseball and University of Portland womens soccer (2005), Aloha Knights baseball, George Fox University baseball, Linfield College football, Oregon Institute of Technology mens basketball (2004); Linfield College football (2003); University of Portland womens soccer, University of Oregon mens basketball (2002); University of Oregon football (2001). Merit awards. (eDuck.com)
Men's Soccer Earns Academic Honors Dec 11, 2007
00 George Fox University, Manfred Tschan, 3. 17 GONZAGA UNIVERSITY, , 3. (Gozags.com)
Alumni Report: McKenna has solid end to fall season Dec 2, 2007
Carli Bowman, a 2007 North Bend graduate, recorded 125 digs in her first volleyball season at George Fox University. Bowman played in 54 games and had 12 service aces on the year. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
ID of driver released in crash that killed George Fox student Nov 23, 2007
Students at George Fox University honored Cara Moran, 22, who was in the car with three friends when she was killed in the collision. Both Moran and Diller, who was driving a Ford Focus, died at the scene. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Mother of driver in crash that killed George Fox student returns to scene Nov 22, 2007
The mother of the wrong-way driver in the weekend crash that killed that driver as well as a George Fox University student returned to the crash scene in Sherwood Wednesday and planted a cross in their memory ... Her Ford Focus crashed head-on into a Crown Victoria carrying four students from George Fox University ... According to a statement from George Fox University, Faven Yirdaw, 22, a senior from Portland, remains in the intensive care unit at OHSU. Kim Cullen, 22, a senior from Kelso,... (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
George Fox student killed in double fatal wrong-way crash Nov 19, 2007
A female George Fox University student died and three others were injured Saturday night when a vehicle driving the wrong-way crashed head-on into their car on Highway 99 ... George Fox University. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
College Report: Kalama's Davenport has monster week for Corbin Oct 24, 2007
Clatskanie's Cassandra Woods, a senior middle blocker/outside hitter at George Fox University, has 29 kills, two solo blocks and nine block assists. R.A. Long's Alyssa Wistrick, a freshman middle blocker/outside hitter at the College of Southern Idaho, leads the team in solo blocks (11) and block assists (64), and is second in kills with 237. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Gragg named to Grizzly Hall of Fame Aug 4, 2007
Gragg, who owns a degree in math from UM, is currently pursuing his master's degree in education at George Fox University in Newberg, Ore. At Silverton High School, Scott was all-conference both ways in football, and also lettered in basketball and track. (Missoulian, MT)
Pothoff's success grows in new series Jul 28, 2007
Pothoff, who is the dean of students at George Fox University, thinks of himself as a student of the sport, taking knowledge from years watching other drivers. acing is a humbling sport. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Murphy powers Knights past Sox Jul 16, 2007
21) of George Fox University. The Knights finish their eight-game homestand at 7 p.m. Monday with a non-league game against the Olympia, Wash. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
On second thought, Davies wins Fourth of July Run/Walk Jul 12, 2007
Higgins, who won in 10:41, will compete for George Fox University in Newberg, Ore. this fall. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
Casey welcomes old friend Jul 12, 2007
At his introductory media conference on Tuesday, new Oregon State baseball assistant Pat Bailey used a vignette from his days as George Fox University s head coach to illustrate his competitiveness. He said former GFU president David Brandt once asked him what constitutes a successful coach. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
In Our Schools Jul 7, 2007
Brice Andrew Larson, son of Jeff and Tana Larson of Clancy, has been named to the George Fox University dean s list for the 2007 spring semester. Jennifer Peck, of Helena, graduated with a master of arts in international development and social change from Clark University. (Helena Independent Record)
Dodgers able to win without elusive big hit Jun 30, 2007
e've got a good starting pitcher ready to go (tonight's starter will be the right-handed Mark Putney out of George Fox University). these guys are pretty confident going into this game. (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
Greenleaf Friends Academy chairman retires Jun 23, 2007
He attended Greenleaf Friends Academy, graduating in 1968, and went on to receive a bachelor s degree in chemistry from George Fox University in Newberg, Oregon in 1972. He then studied inorganic chemistry at the University of Idaho, receiving his doctorate degree in 1977. (Idaho Press-Tribune)
Linn-Benton Community College honored several community members with awards at its commencement ceremony last week. Jun 23, 2007
Howell studied business administration at LBCC. She received her bachelor s in business from George Fox University and is currently working on her graduate degree. She is the branch manager for Barrett Business Services in Albany. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Graduation: The Class of 2007: Crescent Valley High School Jun 9, 2007
Spencer Morgan Alexander Ballroom Dance Vice President, National Society of High School Scholars, Who s Who Among American High School Students Scholarship Semi-finalist, Linus Pauling Football Asst Coach/Medic (League Champions), George Fox Stevens Scholarship, will attend George Fox University. Julia Marie Anderson Certificate of Initial Mastery, National Honor Society, OSAA Athletic Scholar Award, Varsity Soccer, Varsity Skiing, Quest MVP State Soccer Final, Animation Team Captain,... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
North Bend High School graduates will walk on June 8 Jun 1, 2007
Carli plans to attend George Fox University and study pre-med. She was very involved in sports. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Santiam to confer diplomas on 36 May 27, 2007
She plans to attend George Fox University and major in pre-medicine. Class of 2007. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Graduation: The Class of 2007 May 27, 2007
Nicole Baggett SCHS Honor Graduate, OSAA Activity Scholar, SCHS Outstanding Student (Senior Bible, Women s Fitness, Choir), ACSI Distinguished Student (Academics, Fine Arts, Christian Service), George Fox University Grant, GFU Benson Award ... Jacob Blakely Valedictorian, National Merit Finalist, OSAA Scholar Athlete, OSAA Activity Scholar, SCHS Honor Graduate, SCHS Outstanding Student (English Literature), ACSI Distinguished Student (Academics, Leadership, Athletics), National Merit... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
TWO DRAMATIC WINS FOR GENERALS Apr 26, 2007
Emory College of Atlanta and George Fox University of Oregon round out the top five ranked teams ... Emory College of Atlanta and George Fox University of Oregon round out the top five ranked teams. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
Williams filling in where needed Apr 16, 2007
On the short list of possibilities is a dual enrollment at Oregon State and Linn-Benton Community College; Treasure Valley Community College in Ontario; and George Fox University in Newberg. It s made for a stressful spring, with schoolwork to get done and graduation less than two months away. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Bus tour targets NNU policy Apr 13, 2007
NNU is just one stop in a seven-week tour where Soulforce will make contact with 16 different Christian colleges and universities, including George Fox University in Oregon, Brigham Young University in Utah and Trinity Bible College in North Dakota. Linder said upon application and acceptance to the university, each student is expected to read and sign the lifestyle policy, showing that they agree to make lifestyle choices that stay within the school s boundaries. (Nampa Idaho Press-Tribune, ID)
Wazzu's Murrell steps down, citing lack of energy Apr 6, 2007
" Murrell, who was a head coach at George Fox University and at University of the Pacific before coming to WSU in 2002, was an assistant at Pepperdine, Brigham Young and Portland State after finishing her playing career at Pepperdine. Murrell said last season sapped her energy, and it wouldn't be fair to her players to continue. "I put my heart and soul into this program," she said. "Unfortunately, the results didn't match the expectations. " Murrell said she has no immediate job prospects.... (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Group addresses homosexual policy at George Fox Apr 6, 2007
George Fox University hosted a gathering on Thursday with a group representing gays, lesbians, and bi-sexuals to speak about a school sex policy ... George Fox University welcomed them, unlike other colleges they have visited ... We clearly disagree on this particular issue, but we re having a good day of dialogue, characterized by civility, kindness, and respect, said Brad Lau, Vice President of George Fox University. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Glenn Tanner: Beavers' Hard Work Pays Off Big Apr 3, 2007
After his eight-year minor league career ended, Casey took on double-duty at George Fox University - he was not only the school's head baseball coach, he was also a student, taking classes in his spare time to complete the degree that he had begun at the University of Portland ... Playing on the George Fox University varsity basketball team, that is. (Mac-Sports.com)
Potter welcomes return to high school ranks Mar 17, 2007
Potter said it was a "dream come true" for he and his wife Karen to watch their son Daniel play for George Fox University the past two seasons. They had lamented not being able to see their oldest son Bobby play soccer when he was at the collegiate level. (Mail Tribune, OR)
Robin E. Baker Mar 14, 2007
Robin Baker named 12th president of George Fox University - Portland Business Journal ... Robin Baker named 12th president of George Fox University. (The Business Journal of Portland, OR)
Breaking News: Superintendent Luna names Deputy Superintendent for Division of Innovation and School Choice Feb 23, 2007
Christina Linder most recently served as the director of the Master of Arts in Teaching program at George Fox University, where she enhanced teacher preparation programs. During her 19 years in education, Linder also has served as an English teacher and a Title One director. (Nampa Idaho Press-Tribune, ID)
Student news Feb 19, 2007
Brice Andrew Larson of Clancy, has been named to the George Fox University dean s list for the 2006 fall semester. Anna S. Green, daughter of Brian Green and Elizabeth Skinner of Helena, was named to the Dean s list at Colby College in Waterford, Maine. (Helena Independent Record)
At our best: Eversole inducted into Pony Clubs Feb 5, 2007
NEWBERG George Fox University held commencement ceremonies Dec. 16. Graduates from Corvallis were. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Athletes to be Honored at Sports Awards Jan 31, 2007
Ad Rutschman Small College Athlete of the Year Male Eric Fiegi, Corban College, Basketball Scott Halley, Concordia University, Track Derrick Jones, George Fox University, Baseball Nick Symmonds, Willamette University, Track Nick Waechter, Western Oregon University, Baseball. Related Stories. (eDuck.com)
