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VOL. XXXI, NO. 4 OCTOBER 2001 God and Manmade Mayhem In the face of tragedy, students at Evangelical Seminary discuss the role of human free will and the presence of a higher power.

Classmates at George Fox Evangeli- cal Seminary talk about the church’s purpose after the attacks on New York and Washington, D.C. “I don’t think we have answers to why it happened. But we can offer a future to people,” said Laurie Forbes, right. Beside her are Kevin Hershey, cen- ter, and Deborah K. Climer. MARV BONDAROWICZ/THE OREGONIAN

The Oregonian, ©2001 Oregonian Pub- pen, because we did not choose them.” lishing Co. All rights reserved. Reprinted The class, called “The Theology and Finding a Way to Help with permission Purpose of the Church,” opened with a Responses range from prayer to visits to New York City The following story ran Friday, Sept. 14, reflective devotion. 2001, three days after the Sept. 11 attacks. Then, with pinched faces and at least ackpack by his side, a George Fox ally respected as a statesman, termed the one pair of wet eyes in the room, the stu- BUniversity student — knees and terrorist onslaught “one of the most sig- s Americans pack churches and dents talked of how in times of crisis, the elbows on the floor — was nearly prostrate nificant hinge events in all of history.” other centers of worship to grap- church must show people there is a high- in prayer in the aisle of Bauman Auditori- The deliberate crashes of airplanes A ple with Tuesday’s tragedy, faith er power that will never abandon them. um on Tuesday, Sept. 11. into the twin towers of the World Trade leaders must deal with the question asked “In the world where bombs blow up, The unidentified student perhaps best Center in New York City, and the Penta- by some members of their flock: How what is it we can depend on? We can depend symbolizes the university community’s gon in Washington, D.C., had an imme- could God let this happen? on the steadfast love of the Lord,” said Lori reaction to the enormity of the tragic diate campus impact when television and For students in a George Fox Univer- Niles, a 40-year-old member of the More- events that shocked America and the radio broadcasts delivered the news sity Evangelical Seminary class — filled land Church of the Nazarene in Portland. world that morning. A front-page picture shortly before 7 a.m. PST. with pastors and pastors in training — “That’s the only thing we can offer.” of the deeply prayerful blond-haired stu- Ongoing reports could be heard in the God’s role in the deaths of thousands And while death scares most people, dent was published the next day in the background as about 30 students and boils down to free will. And that’s a good students reminded each other that a pur- Newberg Graphic under the banner head- staff gathered in the University’s Bruin thing, no matter how awful the conse- pose of the church is to prepare people line: “A Faraway Tragedy Hits Close to Den about 8:30 a.m. for collective quences, they said. for life everlasting. Home.” prayer. The gathering was a spontaneous “At times like this, when things are “All of us Christians should be ready While the connection between New sharing together suggested on the cam- hard, when really scary things happen, to go to the Lord at any time. I just York City, Washington, D.C., and New- pus e-mail system. we want God to be more controlling than thought about all the people on Tuesday berg might seem somewhat tenuous, Campus Pastor Gregg Lamm shortly he is,” said Laura Simmons, an assistant who went to be with their Lord,” said there were direct ties and consequences thereafter posted a separate e-mail professor of Christian ministries at the Laurie Forbes, a 54-year-old leadership as individuals on the campus reacted to announcing that Bauman Auditorium seminary. trainer at Fern Ridge Foursquare Church the terrorist attacks on American soil and would be open throughout the day for “But if we had a controlling God who in Veneta. spirit. individual or group prayers. Two sched- treated us like puppets, so many of the George Fox’s Distin- good things in the world would not hap- see God, page 5 guished Professor , nation- see Response, page 5 2 A New Look for the University Web Site The new site will help build visibility for the many different parts of George Fox University

ts address hasn’t changed, but George Fox has put ty, a message from the on a new “face,” of sorts, for those who want to get president, details on acad- george fox university I a closer look at the University through the window emic programs and athlet- of cyberspace. ics, an alumni section,

On Oct. 12 the University’s new Web site was updated information on resources for: ▲ launched at www.georgefox.edu. The new site is the news events and activi- click here ▼ result of months of planning both inside and outside the ties, and a roster of offices Search GeorgeFox.edu University. and services. search ➔ In close consultation with George Fox administra- The new site also intro- tors, an Indiana company recognized as one of the best duces a section specifical- home nationally for university Web site development spear- ly for parents of current or about GFU academics headed the revamping and expansion of George Fox’s prospective students. That admission alumni & friends public Internet presence. section includes listings parents athletics Brainstorm Design of Indianapolis developed a of parent services and news & events design and site structure by last May, and spent the sum- events, information about offices & services mer developing content in preparation for the site’s George Fox’s Parents inauguration. Council, and connections IN THE NEWS GEORGE FOX EVENTS The University’s nine-member Web Development to Web sites for the vari- Committee selected the company from among several ous newspapers serving The home page of George Fox University’s new Web site includes testimonials by students, faculty, and alumni. national firms. Members noted that Brainstorm is a the and Idaho highly respected firm that has done work for several communities where George Fox has programs. cohesive look to the overall site. other Christian colleges, including Anderson University As part of the redesign, the new site utilizes technol- “Those people who ‘own’ the content will be the in Indiana and in Michigan. ogy on the home page that allows animated graphics. ones to manage it,” says Cook. “Brainstorm Design’s work has been ranked in the Through it, a series of 20 vignettes will be displayed in Local coordination of the site is handled by Gloria top third among the 100 best college and university Web random groups of six. These will include photos and Foltz, a member of George Fox’s Institutional Technol- sites,” noted the Missouri-based National Research quotations from various representatives of the George ogy staff. She serves as a liaison between the Universi- Center for College and University Admissions. Fox community, such as current undergraduate stu- ty and Brainstorm Design. She also trains people from “I’m excited about this,” says Andrea Cook, vice dents, alumni, adult students, and faculty members. each George Fox office to set up their own departmen- president for enrollment services at George Fox and a The new design seeks to give George Fox a consis- tal pages on the Web site. member of the committee. “I feel it’s been desperately tent “look” on the Web, and also gives all offices and Cook says one of the big challenges in developing needed for a long time. The Web is such an important departments the capability of being part of the site as the new Web site was to reflect the growth and diversi- medium to reach our public audiences.” well. That is made possible through special software ty of the University. Like the previous Web site, the new site covers such called “Web Twist” that lets the various offices set up “We’re complex,” she says. “We’re not just one basics as a summary of information about the Universi- and maintain their own pages, but in a way that keeps a thing. And it’s all going to be up there.”

LIFE STAFF Editor Anita Cirulis Contributing Writers Anita Cirulis John Fortmeyer Janie Har Barry Hubbell An Important Time to Be Who We Are Photographers he United States has incurred terrorist attacks before, Most importantly, my prayer is that in this time of Gary Allen Tbut not on our soil. Just three years ago, two embassies national anxiety and emergency, George Fox University Marv Bondarowicz in East Africa were destroyed with significant loss of both will continue to be what it should always be — a place Anita Cirulis African and American lives. Now — with the Sept. 11 ter- where the Christian message is encountered everywhere in Jerome Hart Sally Painter rorist attacks — such activity has come home with greater the education of students who will ferocity than ever. be God’s people in our hurting Designer Colin Miller Two students from Daystar University in Nairobi, world. Kenya, are studying at George Fox University this semes- Never before has our nation George Fox University LIFE (USPS 859- ter. I recently heard one of them (Moses) tell how he was at needed George Fox University so 820) is published four times a year by the U.S. embassy in Nairobi the day before it was bombed. much. We have a new and urgent George Fox University, 414 North Meridi- If he had decided to take care of his business there one day challenge to educate students for an Street, Newberg, Oregon, 97132- 2697, USA. Periodicals postage paid at later, he might well have been a victim of that terrorism. involvement and leadership in Newberg, Oregon. Postmaster: Send This story sounds so much like the stories we have society. Our culture needs renew- address changes to LIFE, George Fox heard these past weeks from New York and Washington, al, and we need a spiritual awak- University, 414 N. Meridian St. #6069, D.C., about the terrorist attacks there. Some seem to be ening that George Fox alumni are Newberg, OR 97132-2697. spared, while others lose their lives — apparently by President prepared to address. David Brandt Please send letters, alumni news, and chance. The stories of heroism are heartwarming, but Our undergraduate education, address changes to LIFE, George Fox sometimes very sad. which goes beyond the classroom to educate students in University, 414 N. Meridian St. #6069, Our country and our world have been permanently how to make life whole, is needed everywhere. Recently, Newberg, OR 97132-2697. changed by the events of Sept. 11, 2001. Much of the we gave servant-leadership awards to four students. Hear- Phone: 503-554-2126. Use our change is spiritual in nature. Prayer has become good and ing them talk about the agencies they serve — without it Web site: www.georgefox.edu/alumni, and click “Staying in Touch.” acceptable in places it hasn’t been for some time. God has being a “big deal” — encouraged me. I was inspired by E-mail: [email protected]. invaded many conversations where it might have been a their devotion to Christ and commitment to lead others. joke before that fateful day. George Fox University prepares students to spread hope in GEORGE FOX UNIVERSITY What is the role of the Christ-centered university in such a world that wonders if there is any hope left. ADMINISTRATION a new world and in this new context? At many meetings of All George Fox education is characterized by the inte- President higher educational institutions, George Fox is “different.” gration of Christian faith with learning. Graduate courses H. David Brandt Usually this is ignored, if possible. While all institutions in address issues by bringing Christian principles to bear, Vice President for Academic Affairs our athletic conference have Christian roots, most of them and students are encouraged to bring both mind and heart Robin E. Baker prefer just not to talk about it. to the problems they have to solve. Integration of faith and Vice President for Advancement At a recent meeting, the conference commissioner sug- learning is more than a phrase. It reflects the nature of our Dana L. Miller gested it was “appropriate that we meet at this Quaker faculty. Vice President for Enrollment Services school.” His implication was that maybe we had some- It may be that George Fox University is here for just Andrea P. Cook thing of value to say when most people were not sure such a time as this. Our role in a time of national crisis is Vice President for Financial Affairs where to turn. to speak truth and to bring God’s grace to all those who G. Michael Goins Our culture is giving us a positive opportunity to speak cross our path. As you pray for our nation, please also pray Vice President for Student Life to our distinctive as it has not done for a long time. My that George Fox will fulfill its role in serving our country. Bradley A. Lau hope is that all George Fox personnel — faculty, adminis- Executive Assistant to the President trators, staff, and students — will use such opportunities Barry A. Hubbell with wisdom and grace. 3 Great School, Great Price George Fox is in the top tier of the U.S. News & World Report rankings even with a change in classification to schools with graduate programs

eorge Fox University has made a ties I, moving from Baccalaureate Col- leap from the best of the small leges II. G guys to among the top in its new In the new U.S. News grouping, category in the newest rankings of George Fox joins 572 other universities “America’s Best Colleges” by U.S. News that offer master’s degree programs but & World Report. few, if any, doctoral programs. The highly publicized national rank- George Fox now is in the category that University adjusts ings in the magazine’s Sept. 17 issue put includes several other Oregon schools: to slowing growth George Fox in the top tier in the new cat- the (7th), Pacific eorge Fox University has experienced its egory of Best Universities — Master’s, University (16th), and Marylhurst (27th). 14th year of enrollment increases with a West Region. In determining its rankings, U.S. News G record high 2,648 students registered for fall And George Fox is listed in the cate- surveys all colleges, with a 94 percent classes — nine more total students than last gory of “Great Schools at Great Prices,” response rate. The rankings consider fall’s 2,639. ranked eighth in the West. seven factors and are weighted by acade- While the total number is up, the number Of 128 colleges and universities in the mic reputation (25 percent), graduation of credit hours those students are taking is West category, George Fox is listed 17th and retention rates (25 percent), faculty lower. This year, for example, there are 41 overall, among just 33 ranked in the top resources (20 percent), student selectivi- more graduate students than last fall. But tier. Of the 155 colleges and universities ty (15 percent), financial resources (10 the programs that experienced growth were, nationwide moved into the new “Univer- percent), and alumni giving (5 percent). for example, M.Ed. and Ed.D., which enroll sities, Master’s” category, just 19 — or The Best Values listing by the maga- full-time teachers who take lower academic 12 percent — made it into the top tier George Fox is one of 200 universities zine relates a school’s academic quality, loads in the fall. rankings. in the nation that were switched in U.S. as indicated by its overall ranking, with Also lower is the number of traditional “It is gratifying, once again, to be rec- News ranking categories as a result of the the net cost of attendance for a student undergraduate students, despite the fact that ognized by U.S. News & World Report as changes made in the Carnegie classifica- who receives the average level of finan- there were 59 more returning students than an institution of high quality in the West tion of institutions of higher education. cial aid. last year. The high retention rate of 83.5 per- region,” said George Fox President The Carnegie Foundation for the “The higher the quality of the school’s cent from freshman to sophomore year did David Brandt. “The rankings are particu- Advancement of Teaching in late 2000 academic program and the lower the cost not offset the smaller incoming class. larly significant this year in light of the issued an updated version of its classifi- to the student, the better the deal,” states The slowing of enrollment growth is a rel- realignment of institutional categories. cation, a grouping system that U.S. News the magazine in its rankings. atively new experience for George Fox, which George Fox is now being compared with uses as the basis for its ranking cate- George Fox, at eighth in the Best Val- has quadrupled in size in the last 15 years. other universities that provide a full gories. The Carnegie system is the most ues category, is one of three Oregon Since the working budget for the University range of undergraduate and master’s- widely accepted system for classifying schools in the West category, with Pacif- for the next fiscal year is set in the spring, level programs. We believe this reflects American colleges and universities. ic University second and the University adjustments needed to be made when the our continuing growth in both number George Fox is now listed as a Master’s of Portland 11th. full-time equivalent enrollment projections and quality of our academic programs.” (Comprehensive) Colleges and Universi- — Barry Hubbell were not met. President David Brandt, in conjunction with the executive committee of the board of trustees, determined the budget must be bal- anced. This was done through reductions in program expenditures as well as a reduction Dixon Named 2001-02 Peace Scholar in workforce. As a result, 21 positions were eliminated The George Fox University administrator will write a book on race and reconciliation across the University from an employment force of about 400. This included the laying aryl Dixon, director of multicultural George Fox Evangelical Sem- off of 16 employees. Dservices for George Fox, has been inary. He serves on diversity, In this repositioning, some services will be named Peace Scholar for the 2001-02 Affirmative Action, and racial reduced. Further reorganization or job elimi- academic year by the University’s Center reconciliation committees in nation for the current academic year is not for Peace Learning. This is the first year the Portland area. He is the anticipated. that the Peace Scholar is an administrator founding pastor of a Portland- “George Fox University has a great legacy rather than a faculty member. area church. of growth due to innovation and entrepre- neurial behavior,” said Brandt. “I am counting Since 1996, the University has annu- Dixon hopes the book will on such activity continuing to bring us to an ally appointed a Peace Scholar, with the equip individuals with bibli- improved level of financial strength. Please intent to allow a faculty or staff member cal tools for reconciliation. continue to pray for the mission and well- to spend the equivalent of one course He also desires that the hearts being of George Fox University and all the load working on a project dealing with and minds of those who read persons connected with this institution.” the issue of peace. Applicants must pre- it will become a bit more lov- sent a project proposal that will have per- ing, compassionate, and manent value, whether through publish- understanding. ing, recording, or other means. Applica- “Reconciliation is a per- tions are judged on the faculty or staff sonal interest, a passion of member’s ability to fulfill the proposed mine,” said Dixon. “God has project, as well as the project’s potential given us the ministry of rec- quality and impact on peace efforts. onciliation to anyone who Dixon’s project is to create a biblical- claims to be a Christian.” ly based daily devotional book on the Previous Peace Scholars issue of race and reconciliation. Topics include Tom Head, professor will look at race, religion, gender, and of economics, who focused JEROME HART relational issues. The target readership on the international econom- Daryl Dixon, George Fox’s director of multicul- for this book will include Christians, ics of peace and war; Doug tural services and 2001-02 Peace Scholar, hopes that the hearts and minds of those who anyone who has a broken relationship, or Campbell, professor of art, read his book will become a bit more loving, who simply has a heart for reconciliation. who created artwork on the compassionate, and understanding. Ron Mock, the director of the Center subject of peace; Bill Jolliff, for Peace Studies, said Dixon’s project professor of English, who recorded St. John that related to peace; and Bill will reach an important readership with a music for children titled “Love All Vermillion, former dean of the Universi- timely message. Around This World”; Paul Anderson, ty’s seminary, who focused on conflict Dixon lives in Milwaukie, Ore., and associate professor of biblical and Quak- resolution in the church. holds a master of divinity degree from er studies, who analyzed the writings of — John Fortmeyer 4 Serve Day 2001 New vice president, A report on the University’s third year of service to the community seminary dean join George Fox eorge Fox University filled two Gkey administrative roles with the hiring of G. Michael Goins as vice president for financial affairs and Jules Glanzer as dean of George Fox Evangelical Seminary. Goins joined the University in July, replacing Don Millage, who retired in his 30th year at George Fox. A financial officer with 28 years experience at three colleges in other states, Goins previously was vice president for finance and treasurer at West Virginian Wesleyan College. He is a graduate of Whitworth College in Spokane, Wash., and has family ties to George Fox: his father, Paul, was a Friends pastor who served on the board of trustees; his sister Deborah is a 1975 graduate; and his brother Doug directed the George Fox food service in the late 1960s. Goins was part of three visiting accreditation teams for the Western Association of Schools and Colleges

and served for three years on the advi- ALLEN PHOTOS BY GARY SERVE DAY sory council for the Educational Insur- Repairing playground equipment at North Valley Friends Church in Newberg is (left to right) Colin Saxton, pastor ance Independent Association Inc. and adjunct professor of religion at George Fox; Jim Blake, North Valley Friends Church member; and Alex Rolfe, reference librarian at George Fox’s Newberg campus library. The University closed all classes and offices for the Glanzer assumed his responsibili- day while more than 1,500 students, faculty, staff, and friends spread out into the community. ties as dean of the seminary in Octo- ber. He replaced Thomas Johnson, brief early-afternoon shower Jesus Christ and put hands and feet to his at Bethel Baptist Church in McMinnville, dean since 1997, who chose to failed to dampen the spirits of call on our lives,” he said. Ore. He said he was impressed by Serve devote all his time to teaching. A George Fox employees and stu- The day began at 8:30 a.m. with an Day and wanted to help. “I’ve always Glanzer holds a doctor of min- dents as they labored all day in Christ’s outdoor worship time and continental been involved in my community and istry degree in leadership and church name throughout the local community breakfast on the central campus lawn. church.” He said he offered to spend vaca- management from Fuller Theologi- during the University’s third annual President David Brandt reminded the tion time on Serve Day, but his bosses at cal Seminary in Pasadena, Calif. He Serve Day Sept. 5. crowd there is a strong scriptural basis the printing company gave him their was an adjunct professor of leader- A wide range of agencies throughout for Christian service. “If we go into this blessing to devote a regular work day to it. ship studies at Houston Graduate Yamhill County and parts of the Portland day with the attitude that Jesus asks us to — John Fortmeyer School of Theology and directed a area again benefited from the energies go, it can be one of the Houston program focusing on faith- put forth by more than 1,500 people. most positive days of the based leadership development. He Typical projects included painting, clear- year,” he said. also has experience as a marketing ing of debris, weeding, litter pick-up, Serve Day participa- and sales manager. window washing, or spending time with tion was not limited to Ordained in a Mennonite residents at senior care homes. current students or em- Brethren church, Glanzer later The University ceased all normal ployees. Four alumni were transferred his ordination to the activity for the day. among those who volun- Evangelical Covenant Church. He Brad Lau, vice president for student teered to help. Represen- has served as a youth pastor for a life, headed the Serve Day Committee tatives of a couple of busi- Presbyterian Church; as an associ- that had planned the event since May. He nesses that work on an ate pastor, pastor, and church said Serve Day “was a tremendous suc- ongoing basis with the planter of Mennonite Brethren cess because of the cumulative efforts of University also helped. churches; and as the founding pas- the George Fox community. One was Tom Switzer, a tor of Faith Community Church, an “Newberg and the surrounding area sales representative for Evangelical Covenant fellowship has fewer weeds, cleaner parks, and Michael’s Printing in Kate Brain, a sophomore from Chiloquin, Ore., formed in Houston in 1987. painted walls as a direct result of our Tigard, who volunteered organizes books at the Newberg Public Library, heartfelt effort to demonstrate the love of and was assigned to work one of 60 Serve Day sites.

Three Honored for Contributions to George Fox eorge Fox has given special retirement center. ty that allows her to take ideas and develop them into Grecognition to three individuals During the past aca- reality. When students initiated the idea of a serve pro- for their contributions during the demic year, she gram, she planned and incorporated a half-day service 2000-01 academic year. worked on a variety project into orientation. The project was later expanded In June, Beth Bagley of Newberg of tasks, from pre- to become the University’s annual Serve Day. She also was named the University’s Volunteer paring publications developed the summer registration of new students into of the Year. A 1949 George Fox grad- for mailing to assist- the successful program known as Genesis. Bagley Swanborough Astleford uate, Bagley began volunteering for ing with blood dri- Those who nominated her wrote of her integrity, her alma mater about the time she retired, in 1984, after ves, construction projects, and gardening. Christlike attitude, friendliness, and competence. 27 years as administrative secretary for Northwest Year- In August, George Fox honored Jennifer Swanbor- Astleford joined Plant Services as a custodial super- ly Meeting of Friends Church. ough as Administrative Staff Member of the Year and visor in 1996, and four years later was promoted to “When she retired, Beth said, ‘I’m retiring now so Dwayne Astleford as Support Staff Member of the Year. senior custodial supervisor. A graduate of Newberg that I can volunteer for things,’” recalled her sister-in- Swanborough, GFU’s associate director of under- High School, he attended Barclay College in Kansas. law, Betty Hockett. “That’s been her joy and delight.” graduate admission, is a 1994 George Fox graduate. She Astleford is “consistently cheerful and accommodat- Bagley was cited for her work coordinating the vol- joined the admission staff upon graduating, initially ing, no matter how arduous the task,” said one colleague unteer mailing crew at George Fox, and for her help at working as visit coordinator. in nominating him. Others cited his excellent work Newberg Friends Church and Friendsview Manor Swanborough was cited for her organizational abili- ethic, pleasant attitude, and “sense of humor that never seems to fail him.” A $23.5 Million Success The three-year Legacy Campaign draws to a close

onors and friends of the George Fox University commu- nity celebrated the success of the Legacy Campaign at the same time they dedicated the Stevens Center. It seemed fitting, given that the Stevens Center is such a prominent and tangible outcome of the campaign. DFollowing the dedication ceremony and an open house, the Stevens Center was closed except to invited guests. For the next three hours, approximately 230 campaign donors and volunteers feasted on a buf- fet dinner, toured the building’s classrooms and offices, and participat- ed in a program celebrating a fund-raising campaign that to date has raised $23.5 million for the University. The success of the Legacy Campaign is particularly notable, says Vice President for University Advancement Dana Miller, given that it was launched during a transition in presidents. Former President Edward F. Stevens, for whom the Stevens Center is named, succumbed to cancer during the early stages of the campaign, and his successor,

David Brandt, had been president for just a year when fund-raising PAINTER SALLY efforts were publicly launched. The Stevens Center was built over a 14-month period, and opened in The evening’s program, Miller says, reflected on “the way the Lord August, 2001. The three-story building houses classrooms and student services brought together from six different campus locations revealed his faithfulness through many major donors early on in the campaign to signal this was indeed the right time and the right set of At the close of the evening, the John and Marilyn Duke Atrium, priorities for the campaign.” where the program was held, filled with music as students in the Con- André Iseli, the board of trustee member who served as one of the cert Choir sang from their positions around the third-floor balcony. co-chairs for the Legacy Campaign, spoke on behalf of the Steering Progress continues to be made on the final two campaign goals still Committee. His comments reflected his passion for George Fox Uni- needing to be met. For the renovation of Wood-Mar Hall, $700,000 of versity, its leadership, and the Christ-centered education it offers. the $750,000 goal has been raised. Miller anticipates additional dollars Volunteers were honored, including Barbara Palmer, board member being given to this project as support grows for the engineering pro- and Steering Committee co-chair; Harold Ankeny, who organized gram, which will be housed in Wood-Mar. prayer sessions for the campaign; and Hank and Jo Helsabeck, who As for the $7 million needed for the Stevens Center, another chaired the faculty/staff campaign. Also recognized were John and $123,075 remains. The University will receive a $500,000 challenge Marilyn Duke and Mark and Antoinette Hatfield, who served as hon- grant from the Kresge Foundation only if it is successful in raising the orary co-chairs, and Keith Galitz, Dale Hadley, and Paul Hathaway Jr., last of those dollars by Dec. 31, 2001. other members of the Legacy Campaign Steering Committee. — Anita Cirulis Stevens Center Dedicated Honoring the man for whom it was named, the George Fox community gathered to officially open the new campus cornerstone

“The final test of a leader is that he leaves Here’s a sampling of behind in other people the conviction and the will their comments: to carry on. ¥ Bill Wilson, vice chair, “Thank you for carrying on the Lord’s work at board of trustees: “ It’s an George Fox University that Ed (Stevens) dedicat- incredible building … It’s ed his life to.” about a man called by With those words, quoting first from church God, Ed Stevens, who growth leader John Maxwell, then her own, Linda always put God first, Stevens on Sept. 20 helped dedicate the new above all things. Did Ed Edwards F. Stevens Center. succeed in his dream for Speaking on behalf of the Stevens family, the George Fox University? University’s former first lady officially responded The answer has to be an

to the naming of the new three-story, $7 million CIRULIS ANITA unqualified yes. May God building in honor of her late husband, who was President David Brandt presents Linda Stevens, wife of now bless this building, president of George Fox for 15 years until 1998. the late Edward F. Stevens, with the honor of cutting and the students and staff the ribbon during the dedication. The late-afternoon public ceremony on the who use it.” north plaza of the new 41,000-square-foot building featured both off- ¥ Tom Pene, partner with BOORA Architects: “Today really repre- and on-campus leaders involved with the University. Each briefly sents a conclusion of a labor of love. Today, our child, as it were, addressed the audience prior to the formal dedication statement by President David Brandt. see Dedication, page 2

1 • LEGACY CAMPAIGN REPORT • OCTOBER 2001 Dedication: Ed Stevens’ family takes part in celebration continued from page 1

becomes a part of this fine university.” ¥ Jeff Kirksey, student government president: “I want to thank the fac- ulty, staff, administration, board of trustees, and donors for committing this university to our Lord Jesus Christ. Now we can see how those committed plans have resulted in success … because they were com- mitted to God.” ¥ Charles Cox, mayor of Newberg: “This is a fitting tribute to one of Newberg’s finest citizens.” ¥ Andrea Cook, vice president for enrollment services and chair of the building planning committee: “I think Ed would have been pleased with this building, and the realization of his dream.” ¥ John Duke, who with his wife, Marilyn, was a major door to the building campaign: “The Stevens Center represents the continued growth of George Fox for the future. Thank God that Ed Stevens was God’s man to lead George Fox during a critical time in its development.” To formally dedicate the new student services center, the audience was led in the reading of the dedication prayer by Barbara Palmer, a member of the board of trustees and co-chair of the Legacy Campaign Steering Committee, which raised funds for the building. Brandt and Linda Stevens, in front of an arch of blue and silver bal- loons, then unveiled a memorial plaque to the University’s 10th presi- dent. Using ribbon-covered ceremonial scissors, Linda Stevens cut the blue ribbon opening the new center that features an exterior of brick highlighted with cedar. An open house, with self-guided tours, allowed the public to visit the center, which incorporates natural light through its large, central three-story atrium. An invitational dinner for about 250 donors and friends of the University followed. Contained within the building are six classrooms (two of them “smart” classrooms with the latest in technology equipment) and the University’s institutional technology center, along with student-orient- ed functions. Brought together from six campus locations are admis- sion, registrar, financial aid, student accounts, student life, residence life, campus ministries, career services, and multicultural services. More than 100 employees are housed in the building. The building was constructed over a 14-month period and opened in late August for the start of fall semester classes. The center was designed by BOORA Architects Inc., of Portland. Contractor was Robert Gray Partners Inc., of Sherwood. — Barry Hubbell

From the President What it Feels Like to Succeed Ed Stevens The Edward F. Stevens Center Succeeding Ed Stevens as George Fox University will is a spectacular addition to president of George Fox Uni- be indebted to Ed Stevens for- George Fox University, and the versity is a privilege and a ever for his marketing exper- dedication on Sept. 20 was a challenge. It is also a daunting tise. Ed knew how to sell and great occasion. The dedication task. I don’t have Ed’s quick position the institution. We are was a good time for me to wit, and I don’t remember pursuing slightly different reflect on the man, Ed Stevens names like he did. strategies in this area because — my predecessor. What makes it possible to marketing is not my area of What is it like to follow succeed Ed is that he was expertise. Ed has provided a someone who was quick with also a generous person. He strong tradition that we need a good story, remembered didn’t expect everyone to be to recognize and build on. names after meeting people like he was, allowing me to One of the great joys of only once, was highly regard- also be myself. I am grateful succeeding Ed Stevens is to ed in the local community, and Ed set a stage where honest continue his unabashed was known by all for his dialogue is valued. proclamation that George Fox unabashed love of his Lord, Ed had many close friends. University is a Christ-centered Jesus Christ? The Legacy Campaign is a institution. While our expres- I knew Ed Stevens through success, in large part, sions of this principle may not DEDICATION PHOTOS BY ANITA CIRULIS ANITA PHOTOS BY DEDICATION various national meetings that because of Ed’s relationships always be identical, the mes- From top: Linda Stevens, Ed’s daughters, siblings, and their spouses attend- attract college and university with the George Fox con- sage is unchanged. George ed the dedication of the Stevens Center. administrators. It was fun to stituency. One of my tasks is Fox University is distinct and be at the same table with Ed to continue and strengthen special because all we do is Legacy Campaign donors John and Marilyn Duke, for whom the atrium of at dinner, or to be with him in such friendships. set in the framework of our the Stevens Center is named, share their memories of Ed. the inevitable small breakout As I get to know the Univer- teacher, Savior, and Lord — Those attending the Legacy Campaign celebration filled the atrium of the groups that are formed at sity’s friends, I find they are Jesus. Stevens Center for a dinner followed by a program featuring remarks by large meetings. None of the open to getting to know my President Brandt and other campaign leaders characteristics listed above wife, Melva, and me — not as were a surprise to me. There replacements for Ed and his Ezra and Hanni Koch and their grandson Eric Costa, a GFU graduate (far left), visit with planned giving director Todd Newell (second from left) and are many stories that linger in wife, Linda, but as new friends undergraduate admission director Dale Seipp (far right) outside the admis- the George Fox culture to committed to continuing the David Brandt, president sion welcome center the Koches helped fund. show that Ed was always real legacy of Christ-centered high- George Fox University and always himself. er education at George Fox.

2 • LEGACY CAMPAIGN REPORT • OCTOBER 2001 One-Stop Service The Stevens Center fulfills the dream of having a comprehensive student service center

“It’s pretty spiffy,” says sophomore Rose Passione as she stands in the atrium of the new Edward F. Stevens Center. Passione, a music major from Springfield, Ore., was in George Fox University’s newest building to transact business — applying her In addition to two Work-Study funds to her tuition account. classrooms on the east The process was perhaps a little less painful because of the impres- side of the building, the sive surroundings. At least, it was faster. Stevens Center’s first “It really adds a lot to the campus,” Passione says of the three-story, floor contains the finan- cial aid, registrar’s, and 41,000-square-foot center opened this fall. She also notes that the student accounts building was doing what was promised: providing more efficiency and offices. ease for students. “It was faster,” says Passione, who noted the center seems more spacious and less crowded. Echoing a reaction that would please building planners, Katrina Russell, a senior international studies major from Seattle, says, “It’s nice to have everything in one building. “I like it. I like the openness, but sometimes all the space seems a little odd.” She contrasts it to her experience of spending spring semes- ter in Costa Rica with the Latin America Studies Center, experiencing small living quarters and smaller buildings. “Everything is so open,” she says. “You wonder about bothering others with your conversation.” Those who work in the building also comment on the open floor plan. Carolyn Stansell, a records clerk in the financial aid office and a 1966 George Fox graduate, has work space on the first floor. The Three classrooms line building has 112 work spaces, with just 20 as enclosed offices. the south side of the “I have a whole bunch more space,” says Stansell, who adds that it’s second floor. Also housed on the second taking time to adjust to the new work surroundings. Among the floor are the admission changes is the increased activity around her as students come and go offices for the Universi- to take care of business with the University. ty’s undergraduate, She says the traffic sometimes makes it a bit harder to concentrate, graduate, and degree- completion programs. but she emphasizes how much better the new one-stop service center is for students. “They say they like all of the stops (offices) being so accessible and so close by.” Cindy Howard agrees. A records specialist and off-campus study coordinator in the registrar’s office, she is housed in the open work space closest to the building’s main entrance. As a result, she is per- haps the person most students contact first when looking for service. “They are somewhat confused by where to go,” she says, “so they approach me to find out.” She then refers them to the appropriate stu- dent service area located in the building: registrar, financial aid, stu- dent accounts, student life, residence life, campus ministries, career services, multicultural services, and admission. Howard, a 1999 graduate, says she feels more connected with other The third floor of the offices with the new open arrangement and compact location of areas Stevens Center is the new location for the serving students. student life, career Susan Hampton, who is located at another of the workstations that services, and campus catches a lot of student traffic, also praises the centralization of ser- ministries offices. vices. “The biggest benefit to students is everything is just right here Occupying the south side of this level are — it’s all in this building,” she says. institutional technology Hampton, a student accounts representative and a 1980 GFU grad- department offices, uate, reports an increase in the amount of student traffic in her area and equipment, and labs. relates it to convenience: students can drop by as they go to or leave a class scheduled in the building.

Student life administrative secretary Shelley Tapia, on the other ARCHITECTS BOORA FLOORPLANS COURTESY hand, senses business in her area is slower. But that, she says, may be because — with the sheer size of the building — the volume of stu- dents is perceived to be less, compared to her formerly cramped loca- tion in an interior space in Wood-Mar Hall. Like many others, Tapia, a 1998 seminary graduate, says she enjoys the experience of working in close proximity with other members of the student life office, some of whom previously had offices in sever- al locations on campus. “I love to watch the interaction” is the observation of Dale Seipp, executive director of admission and financial aid, about the Stevens Center. It’s easier for prospective students and their parents to see and meet current students during their visits to campus due to his office’s location in a building that houses classrooms and other offices. “This is so nice,” he says of his new surroundings. “It’s a very pro- fessional environment.” — Barry Hubbell

3 • LEGACY CAMPAIGN REPORT • OCTOBER 2001 “Green Building” Certified An innovative design wins the Stevens Center awards as an environmentally friendly building

Designed with an emphasis on environmental responsibility, George Fox University’s new Edward F. Stevens Center is gaining regional attention and recognition. A key to the design of the building was concern for the environ- ment, with the center designated as a “green” building because it emphasizes energy efficiency, simple materials and finishes, healthy indoor air, natural light, and conservation of resources during its con- struction. The Stevens Center was one of 10 projects selected for a Ten Shades of Green exhibition in September 2001 showcasing architectural pro- jects in the Pacific Northwest that “exemplify the latest and best in sus- tainable practices and technologies.” Cosponsored by the City of Portland Office of Sustainable Devel- opment and the Portland Chapter of the American Institute of Archi- tects, the exhibit was part of the Architectural League of New York’s acclaimed Ten Shades of Green exhibition at the Ecotrust’s Natural Capital Center in Portland. Because of its design and strict adherence to being environmentally friendly and efficient, the Stevens Center also has SALLY PAINTER SALLY The view of the Stevens Center from the main earned “Green Building” entrance to campus on Meridian Street. certification by Portland General Electric as part of its Earth Advantage program. To qualify, the building was required to provide at least 22 percent savings over state of Oregon code. The Stevens Center incorporates natural daylighting through its large, central three-story atrium. Operable windows provide natural ventilation. Low-velocity fans deliver moderate-temperature air to the occupant zones directly, lowering energy use and costs. The building features a raised floor system: 15 inches between the floor and the structural frame. This design allows for mechanical systems, resulting in more flexibility in relocation of office spaces in the future. Construction included significant recycling of materials and prod- ucts. For example, eight houses that formerly occupied the site were moved to new locations, or deconstructed and the materials reused in the Stevens Center. Asphalt on the former streets was recycled, and the sidewalks and curb concrete was recycled on-site and used as aggre- gate in either the parking lot base, foundation, or pipe fill. The structural frame of the building is concrete tilt-up beams much larger than most site-cast pieces. Each of the 14 pieces of the frame measures 40 by 60 feet and was cast on the ground, then erected one after the other — similar to an old-fashioned “barn raising” — expos- ing a three-story frame prior to any of the floors being put in place. — Barry Hubbell

Top: The concrete framework for the building visible from the inside plays a role in the Stevens Center’s energy efficiency. In hot weather the building is flushed with cool outside air at night. The concrete pillars then absorb heat during the day, helping to keep the Stevens Center cool.

Middle: The admission area on the second floor features a wel- come center for prospective students and their families.

Bottom: The atrium’s skylight helps spread natural light throughout the interior of the building. INTERIOR PHOTOS BY SALLY PAINTER INTERIOR PHOTOS BY SALLY

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God: Students wrestle with God’s role in tragedy continued from page 1 “We don’t talk about it often “Our job is to provide,” at the Faith Center in Eugene, enough — eternity.” said she has been floored by David Leonard is a 32-year-old maybe, some connection. God’s ability to bring the best out assistant pastor with New Life How to deal with pain and in people. Foursquare Church in Stayton. He “We’re going to see good is also training to be a military suffering when things come out of this, even though chaplain. He talked about the Rev. “don’t make sense.” now there’s this terrible pain,” Michael Judge, a fire department she said. — David Leonard, GFES student and pastor of— chaplain who was killed at the But Simmons said some theol- New Life Foursquare Church, Stayton, Ore. Research, writing, World Trade Center. ogists reject silver-lining thinking. “I remember thinking, ‘That’s my in Newberg. “Some people really hate that con- service focus of job.’ That’s what God is telling me to Forbes said Christ would give people cept. They don’t want anything to legit- do. To go to these places where people a chance to vent. imize suffering,” she said. “And yet at the sabbaticals are broken, and minister to them, even if “But we move them into a place of for- same time, if we’re about hope, we have even George Fox University faculty mem- it’s the last thing they see in this world,” giveness. Christ got angry, but at no point to have hope here.” Sbers are on sabbatical for all or a portion he said. did he wound other people,” she said. Jan Stevens, whose husband is the of the 2001-02 academic year, working on “Our job is to provide, maybe, some “In your anger, do not sin,” added emergency medical services chief at various projects and special studies. connection. How to deal with pain and Simmons. Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue, said he History professor Kerry Irish is writing a suffering when things don’t make sense.” Although most of the first half of the dashed to work Tuesday morning, unsure comprehensive biography on Dwight D. As for what actions the United States three-hour class felt tense, students if Portland would be attacked. Eisenhower, 34th president of the United should take next, class members were beamed when talking about the stories of Their 12-year-old daughter watched States. The book will be designed to appeal split and confused. Some backed peace, renewed patriotism or people’s eagerness him go, unsure if her father would return to both academic and general readerships. saying that hatred could only lead to to donate blood. at the end of the day. Social work professor Sherrie Schulke is more hatred. Others were not sure. “In New York there was one instance “My whole world could change conducting research on the social and psy- “We have to ask God, ‘What is the of stealing. That’s New York City! That’s today,” the girl told her mom. chological adaptation of childhood cancer right direction, where should we go?’ ” a miracle!” Leonard said, as people “Yes, but your faith in God is not going survivors. Her analysis will identify factors said Ken Maben, 39 and a member of the around him laughed. to change today,” she told her daughter. that promote resiliency and coping strategies Second Street Community Church Katherine Dawes, a pastor in training — Janie Har among the survivors. Education professor Grace Balwit is spending extended time in the classroom at local schools as a substitute teacher or vol- unteer to reacquaint herself with the current Response: George Fox counselors reach out to hurting public demands of the teaching profession. Balwit also will continue her research on continued from page 1 the effects of repeated readings of verse on uled prayers times also were set in the was in New York City Sept. 18Ð25, pro- by the American Red Cross. oral fluency in nonrhythmic texts. She plans auditorium, at noon with Lamm leading, viding counseling services as part of a Bill Essig, assistant professor of busi- to present her research at the American and from 4 to 4:30 p.m. with religion group arranged by Portland-based North- ness and economics, helped arrange a Reading Forum in December. professor Paul Anderson leading. west Medical Teams International. Also counseling service at two locations in the Larry Shelton, a George Fox Evangelical Classes were held as scheduled, but in that team were Dean Harry, who holds Portland area. Within hours of the attack, Seminary theology professor, is addressing with no one expecting it to be business as a master’s degree in counseling from he contacted Brandt to inquire about the the theological subject of atonement as it usual inside the classroom. George Fox GFU (’97), and Ron Hays, a member of possibility of interested and qualified relates to 21st-century life. President David Brandt posted on e-mail the class of 1974, who is an emergency George Fox personnel assisting in the Chemistry professor Paul Chamberlain his decision to hold classes, saying, medical technician living in Scotts Mills. effort. Brandt readily agreed and shared will spend the spring semester at Daystar “Most of us are in class a relatively short He assessed the need for trauma counsel- the opportunity with employees that day. University, a Christian university in Nairobi, part of the day, and I would One of those helping was Kenya, where he will develop a proposal for encourage prayer whenever possi- Charlie Kamilos, a librarian on a chemistry major and teach general “They have been working” science courses. ble. We have asked instructors to the Newberg campus. He is a for- Communications professor Craig Johnson take time for prayer in each class, here for days. To think they mer pastor who specialized in cri- will spend his sabbatical as an intern in order and there will be periods of prayer sis intervention counseling when haven’t been impacted to deepen his understanding of leadership through the day.” He added: “I he was in seminary. He spent two doesn’t make sense. You see development and communication training in encourage us to take an attitude of days at one of the mobile units at the corporate sector. prayer with us wherever we are.” it in their facial expressions. Pioneer Courthouse Square in Seminary professor MaryKate Morse will Wednesday’s regularly sched- You can see it looking in downtown Portland. turn her dissertation, “The Relationship of uled chapel program was quickly Kamilos counseled about two Wisdom to Transformational Leadership: Illus- changed to one devoted entirely to “their eyes.” dozen people over two days. He trated by the Historical Jesus,” into a book to prayer for the nation and world, — Karin Jordan, director of George Fox’s graduate — was able to assist people from a be titled Jesus: Leading for Change Through- with employees joining students. program in counseling, on ministering to wide range of faith backgrounds out the Ages. When U.S. President George New York firefighters — including Jewish and Catholic W. Bush called for a National Day as well as Protestant — and on of Prayer and Remembrance to be held at ing among New York City’s rescue work- occasion was able to offer a prayer or a noon on Friday (Sept. 14), Brandt had all ers and firefighters. hug to those who desired it. University offices closed and classes Jordan joined the George Fox faculty Also helping with the counseling were cancelled to allow students and employ- this year. Previously, she was at the Uni- Charity Benham, a Newberg student in ees to gather in Bauman Auditorium for versity of Colorado-Denver. There she George Fox’s doctoral program in psy- prayer and sharing. worked with grieving families of Okla- chology. She counseled from a mobile In an electronic message to alumni homa City bombing victims during the unit at Washington Square mall in Tigard. worldwide, President Brandt wrote: “I trial of Timothy McVeigh. She also Two George Fox alumni, Sue McDowell hope the George Fox University commu- counseled families involved in the dead- of Lafayette, Ore., and Charles Combs of nity will be a strong source of light in our ly shootings at Columbine High School. Lake Oswego, Ore., also volunteered as dark world. At the Wednesday chapel In New York, Jordan ministered to counselors at the Portland site. Combs service, I suggested that we remember firefighters. An accompanying reporter has a in psychology (’94), and the words recorded in John’s Gospel, with The Oregonian interviewed her on- McDowell holds master’s degrees in both chapter 1, ‘The Light blazed out of the site. marriage and family therapy and coun- darkness; the darkness couldn’t put it out “You think about it,” Jordan said. seling psychology (’99). (John 1:5, The Message).’ We know this “They have been working here for days. Even though geographically far from light and have the obligation to spread To think they haven’t been impacted the attacks, many Oregonians seemed to the Light to the world.” doesn’t make sense. You see it in their need the counsel, McDowell said. George Fox faculty, staff, and alumni facial expressions. You can see it looking “I had a lot of people tell me ‘Thank have, indeed, been sharing their lives into their eyes.” you for being here, because we need you, with those in need, both locally and near Anita Maher, assistant professor of too.’” she said. “The distance from coast to “Ground Zero” of the Sept. 11 attack. marriage and family therapy, followed coast got very small with this happening.” Karin Jordan, director of George Jordan’s steps to New York the following — Barry Hubbell Fox’s graduate program in counseling, week, part of a separate team organized 6 Home Away From Home George Fox University revised its residence life requirements this year, but its commitment to the on-campus experience remains unchanged

t’s 8 p.m. in Mary Austin’s dorm room, I two weeks before finals. First, roommate Jes- sica White returns from class, and then Briana On-campus housing Jackson drops by. Soon policy undergoes there are six young women in the room, spread out on changes beds and the floor, com- puters in laps, working on ith few exceptions, all full-time research papers. undergraduate students at George W Around 9:30, they fill a Fox have been required to live on campus car for a snack run to the until their senior year. This fall, however, that requirement has Newberg Fred Meyer changed with the adoption of a housing store, where they see plen- exemption policy called the Community Liv- ty of other George Fox ing Option (CLO), based not on a student’s students stocking up on class year but on the number of academic candy and pop. credits earned. Exceptions still will be made Back in their residence for married students, students living with hall, they break out the their parents, and students 23 years of age chips and salsa, stick a JEROME HART George Fox University houses more than 1,000 students in residence halls, minidorms, or older. movie in the VCR, and apartments, and houses. The new policy requires students to apply continue studying with the to live off campus, and if granted a CLO, to musical Grease playing in the back- to get along with others and to appreciate things always the way I wanted to do accept it by early April. The credits needed to ground. Whenever the cast breaks out in differences. Some students have never them,” he admits. “It’s just a challenge to live off campus would vary from year to year song, Mary and her friends do, too, their shared a room, had to work through con- live with other people, to realize they depending on the number of returning stu- familiarity with the words showing this flict, or negotiate differences in time have an equal share and that I didn’t have dents and incoming freshmen expected each isn’t the first time they’ve studied this schedules or music preferences. any more right than they.” fall. As a result, the new residency require- way. Those relational skills, says Andrea But while there may have been frus- ment means there is the potential for some Around 12:30 a.m. the group dis- Cook, vice president for enrollment ser- trations at times, there was also fun. students who are juniors to live off campus. bands, each heading to her room. Down vices, will carry students through life. “It was a great experience to be near While the new policy may be attractive to the hall in the community bathroom, “Yes, education happens in the class- the center of campus, especially being a students for that reason, for George Fox four of their floormates are getting ready room, but it also happens outside the freshman,” Wilkinson says about living administrators it has benefits that are univer- for bed. Lined up at sinks in front of a classroom,” she says. “So much of what in Pennington Hall. “People were sity-wide. Because permission to live off mirror that covers one wall, they go students are learning in the residence always going in and out — it was a real- campus is granted to those with the most through the nightly ritual of brushing halls is the life skills and the living with ly active dorm — so I got to know a lot credit hours, the policy rewards academic teeth and removing makeup, their con- other people. Residence life is an impor- of students.” persistence, which helps retention. It also should prevent overcrowding. versation, laughter, and even singing fill- tant piece in their personal adult develop- It’s an advantage to live in community George Fox University housing choices ing the room. ment process.” with many people who have a variety of range from residence halls to suites to apart- While such scenes may typify college Ben Wilkinson, a sophomore from interests, he says. “It’s just a great oppor- ments to houses. “The variety of housing we life for some, these experiences are Glennallen, Alaska, experienced that tunity to figure out more of who you are provide is very unique,” says Mark Pothoff, becoming less and less the norm. The tra- kind of growth during the 2000-01 acad- by doing different activities with differ- associate dean of students. “It’s rare to see a ditional residential college of years past emic year. Having had his own room all ent people.” campus with such diverse housing, for as is giving way to learning opportunities his life, he admits he was a bit appre- Mark Pothoff, associate dean of stu- small a college as we are.” built around commuters, nontraditional hensive about sharing one with a room- dents, can relate to Wilkinson’s experi- Such variety benefits students but makes students, and even distance learning. mate. His fears were laid to rest, howev- ence. He was changed in the same ways the task of assigning housing more difficult, To a certain extent, George Fox Uni- er, when he was assigned a room with while a student at George Fox. especially when seniors were deciding late in versity has followed this trend. Of its Aaron Seymour, another freshman from “I loved the on-campus experience,” the summer to live off campus. Now that 2,600 students, approximately 1,400 are Grandview, Wash. Despite outer differ- he says. “There’s so much more to col- those decisions must be made before the traditional undergraduates. The remain- ences, they shared end of spring semester, Pothoff and his staff der of its enrollment is composed of common interests and will have a better idea of what housing is roughly 900 graduate students and anoth- — more importantly available for new students. And since the er 300 adult learners in its degree-com- — a common faith in new policy will create, in essence, a running pletion program. Christ. waiting list of those who want to live off For the University’s traditional under- “I was really campus, the student life office will be able to graduate students, however, the residence impressed with resi- go to that list if they need to make room for a life experience is a major part of a George dence life, in their abil- bigger incoming freshman class. Fox education. Recent policy changes ity to match us up,” “Our hope is to never be in a situation may alter the way upperclassmen are Wilkinson says. “It where we have three students to a room or granted permission to live off campus, seemed like all the students staying temporarily in lobbies,” but the University remains firmly com- guys on our floor were Pothoff says. “I’d say that preventing over- mitted to its role as a residential campus. appropriately paired.”

crowding is the biggest benefit to students, JEROME HART because that’s a huge concern for incoming The reasons for that relate to what That’s not by acci- takes place when students live together in dent. George Fox staff The learning that takes place through residence life students. And it’s a retention piece, too, involves such basic life skills as getting along with because you want their first experience to be community. members pray about others and appreciating personal differences. an incredible experience.” “Living on campus and the experi- the process. They also ences that are involved in that contribute have systems in place to make roommate lege when you’re right in the thick of to the education of the whole person,” pairings more successful. Staff in the stu- everything.” says Brad Lau, the University’s vice dent life office meet in May to make In residence life, Pothoff says, “you’re president for student life. “Everything assignments based on housing requests constantly in the learning process, we do outside the classroom is support- and such student-reported characteristics whether that be learning about yourself ing the academic mission of the institu- as personality traits, sleeping and study or learning about other people. And let’s tion. We always realize that’s preemi- habits, interests and hobbies, and the just face it. It’s fun to live in the dorms. nent. But we also recognize that a lot of qualities wanted in a roommate. Present You just walk down the hall and you hear learning takes place just in the human at that meeting and giving input during laughter, people having a great time.” experience of being in close proximity to housing assignments for new students The impact of college friendships is each other.” are those who know them best: the evident in Pothoff’s life. Of seven friends It’s in the residence halls, apartments, admission counselors who recruited in his wedding, six had a George Fox and houses that the small-group Bible them. connection. studies take place. It’s there that the life- Such preliminary work in pairing “One worked with me in residence long friendships are made. It’s there that roommates doesn’t mean there weren’t life,” he says, “and the other five were students learn about relating with others. adjustments for Wilkinson. Part of that learning involves learning “It was hard not being able to do see Home, page 8 7

Roger Minthorne (G47) was featured in Eric (G85) and Debbie (Smitherman) Joe Notter (G00) is a performance engi- Kelley (Grant) (G87) and Phil (G88) the Christian Camp & Conference Jour- (n86) Hagen live in the United Kingdom, neer for AT&T Wireless, Seattle. Marchant, a girl, Alyssa Sharon, April 5, nal (a publication of Christian Camping where he is the European field controller 2001, in Chino Hills, Calif. International), honored for his 56 years of for Tektronix. Sarah (Littlefield) (G88) and Leon service to Twin Rocks Friends Camp, Kathy Winters (G85) received a master MARRIAGES (n91) Strait, a boy, Miguel Angel, born Rockaway Beach, Ore. of science degree in personnel and human April 9, 1995, adopted May 26, 2000, in Arthur Carl (GFES61) retired June 30 resources management from American Paul Nagle (G92) and Elizabeth Thomp- Salem, Ore. after 40 years of ministry, eight years as a University, Washington, D.C., on May 13. son, Sept. 2, 2000, in Farmington Hills, Mich. Kelly (Stringer) (G91) and Jim Thomp- missionary with the Greater Europe Mis- She works for the law firm of Lawler, son, a boy, Jacob Michael Levi, April 26, sion in Germany and 32 years as a pastor Metger & Milkman in Washington, D.C. Heather Taggart (G94) and Joel Gar- 2001, in Tualatin, Ore. with the in north- Greg Allen (G89) is assistant professor of avaglia-Maiorano, May 19, 2001, in Sali- ern California. na, Kan. Pamela (Inman) (G93) and Scott Robin- computer networking and server adminis- son, a boy, Isaac David, May 3, 2001, in Beth (Baker) Thoennes (G63) is refer- tration for Heald College, Portland. Lori Mills (G96) and Derrik Thune, May Hillsboro, Ore. ence librarian at Corvallis-Benton (Ore.) Robert Yardley (DPS89) has been named 19, 2001, in Portland. Public Library. Karla (Montiel) (G94) and Stephen Del- vice president and Oregon regional man- Kevin Zuercher (n97) and Barbara gado, a boy, Gabriel Joseph, March 30, Randy Thornburg (G74) is minister of ager for The Alford Group, a not-for-prof- Brewer (G00), Aug. 19, 2000, in Tigard, 2001, in Coos Bay, Ore. music at Willoughby Hills (Ohio) Friends it consulting firm headquartered in Chica- Ore. Church. go, Ill., with an office in Portland. Sharon (Davis) (G94) and Kip McDow- Stephenie Bates (G98) and Nathan ell, a boy, Jack Philip, April 30, 2001, in Gary Irene (Jacques) Ruben Montenegro (n75) and (n75) (DPS94) is an inde- Gross (n99), June 30, 2001, in Hood Kennewick, Wash. Merritt live in Moscow, Idaho, where he pendent sales associate for AFLAC Cor- River, Ore. is the administrative pastor for Moscow poration, Portland/Vancouver. Margo (McKim) (G94) and Donnie Mon- Connie Gettmann (G98) and Adam Kohl tagner, a boy, Jedidiah Walker, June 5, Nazarene Church. Raymond Cheung (G96) is a senior audi- (G00), Aug. 10, 2001, in Newberg. 2001, in Bend, Ore. Marvin Hall (G76) is executive secretary tor in the assurance and business advisory Tim Hanson (G98) and Jennifer Curtis, for Wilmington Yearly Meeting of services department at Pricewaterhouse- Valarie (Doakes) (G94) and Devon Aug. 4, 2001, in Corvallis, Ore. Friends. Wilmington Yearly Meeting has Coopers, Portland. Pearce, a girl, Iman Re’Ann, Jan. 2, 2001, Kristi Holleman (G98) and Jason Helbig, in Portland. 32 churches in southwest Ohio and east Tom Heuberger (G96) is a math teacher Dec. 16, 2000, in Boring, Ore. Tennessee. at Hood River (Ore.) Valley High School. Cheri (Bulkley) (G95) and Dean Bolton, Kris (Osburn) Josh Cogar (G99) and Julie Jastram, two boys, Tyson Dean, born Aug. 30, Ankeny (G77) is a regis- Liz (Hunt) Hoffman (G96) is career ser- tered dietitian, working as the clinical June 23, 2001, in Tualatin, Ore. 1989, and Tristan Dean, born June 11, vices assistant at , Nyack, 1996, adopted July 25, 2001, in Aloha, nutrition manager at Reid Hospital, Rich- Rachel Powell (G99) and Tony Brandt, N.Y. Ore. mond, Ind. She also is visiting professor July 8, 2000, in Turner, Ore. Corynne Horch of biology at Earlham College, Rich- (G96) is account execu- Shannon (Garvin) (G95) and Mark Sharon Barnett (G00) and Josh mond. tive for KWJJ Radio, Portland. (G97) Hartley, a boy, Timothy Robert, McPherson (G00), Sept. 1, 2001, in Jennifer (Jorgenson) McConnell (G96) Sept. 23, 2000, in Silverton, Ore. Scott Mayfield (G77) is associate pastor Wenatchee, Wash. of Living Hope Christian Fellowship, graduated in May from Multnomah Bible Gennie (Sluder) (G96) and Bryan Harris, Elizabeth Bauman (G00) and Adam Oakdale, Calif. College in Portland. She and her husband, a girl, Emerson Elyse, Nov. 2, 2000, in Matthew, live in Twin Falls, Idaho, where Collins (G00), Nov. 11, 2000, in Nevada Diane Dayton Portland. (G78) is owner/president she teaches third grade at Oregon Trail City, Calif. of Dayton Communications in Lancaster, Colette (Kemmerer) (G96) and Matt Elementary School. Janet DeYoung (G00) and Aaron Wright Pa. She currently hosts and produces a Hudson, a girl, Asha Christine, March 24, Robert Gebhardt Jr. (G01), Aug. 4, 2001, in Medford, Ore. weekly half-hour morning TV talk show (MBA97) is a 2001, in Urbana, Ill. entitled Behind the Lines. She also does member of the Keizer (Ore.) budget com- Lisa Meloy (G00) and Paul Andrewjes- Julie (Swanborough) (G96) and Bill commercial voice-over work, is a voice mittee, which reports to the city council. ki (G01), June 2, 2001, in Portland. and presentation skills trainer for speak- King, a girl, Courtney Dell, June 1, 2001, Jimmi Sommer (G97) is legal, plans, Joe Notter ers, runs an advertising agency, and has a (G00) and Kristine Miller, in Hillsboro, Ore. and policy public information assistant for July 14, 2001, in Denver. disc jockey entertainment company called the Idaho State Board of Education, Nathan (G97) and Angela (Dean) (G98) Class Act. Boise, Idaho. Thomas Payne (G00) and Leah Weare White, a girl, Brittney Nicole, Nov. 15, (G01), July 21, 2001, in Sandy, Ore. 2000, in Great Falls, Mont. Bev (Ankeny) Chapman (n79) is guest Caleb Williams (G97) is an attorney for services director for Twin Rocks Friends the firm Saalfeld, Griggs, Gorsuch, Rich Brown (G01) and Davida Ankeny Marla (Reimer) (n97) and Billy Young, a Camp, Rockaway Beach, Ore. Alexander & Emerick in Salem, Ore. (student), July 7, 2001, in Newberg. boy, Lane Russell, Aug. 9, 2001, in Dids- bury, Alberta, Canada. Jim Le Shana (G81) is senior pastor of Stacy Parker (G98) received a master’s Erin Contreras (G01) and Sandor Gross- Rose Drive Friends Church, Yorba Linda, degree in nutrition from Arizona State man, June 17, 2001, in Portland. Heidi (Haley) (G98) and Luke (n98) Calif. University in May. She currently is a reg- Damon Lorenz (G01) and Amy McCam- Ankeny, a boy, Samuel John, Oct. 10, Dennis Littlefield (G84) is associate istered dietitian for Fresenius Medical man (G01), June 16, 2001, in Boring, 2000, in Vancouver, Wash. director for Twin Rocks Friends Camp, Center, Tempe, Ariz. Ore. Anna (Stone) (n98) and Ryan Smith, a Rockaway Beach, Ore. Lynsey (Shontz) Turek (G98) is CEO of Lisa Papulski (MAT01) and Andrew boy, Samuel Peter, Feb. 22, 2001, in Kathi Perry (G84) recently passed the Windsor Nature Discovery, a company Boylan, June 2, 2001, in Beaverton, Ore. Tualatin, Ore. selling a complete line of biologically and California state licensing exam to be a Glenda Morgan Michael (GFES99) and Laura Hampton, exact wildlife identification prints sold in (n03) and Shane Dun- Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has away, Jan. 13, 2001, in Dallas, Ore. a boy, Ethan Michael, June 16, 2001, in been appointed by Evangelical Friends museums, aquariums, galleries, and gift McMinnville, Ore. Mission to go to Ireland to be part of a shops. Melissa (DPS01) and John Janssen,a church-planting ministry. She plans to Kara (Fouts) Williams (G98) received a boy, John Thomas, May 15, 2001, in leave this fall. BIRTHS master of arts in teaching from George Salem, Ore. Michelle Stecker (G84) is visiting assis- Fox in May. She is teaching second grade Mark (G83) and Melissa Flolo,a boy, tant professor at the University of Toledo, at Kennedy Elementary School, Keizer, Connor Graham, Dec. 16, 2000, in Van- Ohio. She is also the minister of First Ore. couver, Wash. Presbyterian Church, Blissfield, Mich. DEATHS Anna McInturf (G99) received a master’s Jodi (Peters) (G85) and Doug Imes, a Roger Arnold (G85) has completed the degree in organic chemistry from Cornell girl, Janna Marie, born July 1, 1998, in LaVerne (Hutchens) Moore (G32), April district intern program of the Los Angeles University, Ithaca, N.Y. She has been Rostov-on-don, Russia, adopted March 9, 2001, in Portland. Unified School District and has received accepted as a candidate in the Ph.D. pro- 26, 2001, in Greendale, Wis. Mary (Pemberton) Smith (G42), May 9, his Professional Clear Multiple Subject gram for organic chemistry at Cornell. Leslie (Bayha) (G86) and Tim Edelblute, 2001, in Seattle. Teaching Credential from the state of Cal- Tarah Walberg (G99) is account execu- a girl, Amy Joann, July 10, 2001, in Alice (Gulley) ifornia. He is teaching sixth grade in an Booth (G44), March 25, tive for the Microsoft-MSN account at Salem, Ore. 2001, in Ketchikan, Alaska. inner-city middle school. Waggener Edstrom Strategic Communi- cations in Portland. Dwight (G86) and Gail Larabee, a girl, Eileen (Cloud) Root (n45), March 10, Ruth Allyson, June 4, 2001, in Tualatin, 2001, in Madras, Ore. Key Seth Himes (G00) is the founder of Ore. G Traditional graduate Highwater Productions, a film company Dick Zeller (G55), Aug. 9, 2001, in Port- n Traditional nongraduate in Wilsonville, Ore. Highwater has pro- Sheila (Hohensee) (G87) and Gary land. The family suggests memorial dona- DPS Department of Professional Studies graduate duced the film Redeeming Daniel,which (GFES96) Englert, twin boys, Korey tions to the Dick & Arlene Zeller Memor- (MHR, MOL, and MBIS majors) is being used as a fund raiser for Royal Grant James and Kasey Ryan Luke, born ial Scholarship at George Fox University. GFES Seminary graduate Family Kids Camp, a nonprofit ministry March 20, 2001, in Clackamas, Ore. PsyD Clinical Psychology graduate for abused, neglected, and abandoned MAT Master of Arts in Teaching graduate children. MBA Master of Business Administration graduate 8 Alumni Awards Revised The annual awards for honored alumni change their colors, but not their luster

t’s a longtime annual tradition at George Fox — taking time at home- I coming in February to honor sever- al of the University’s most notable grad- uates. The tradition continues this com- ing February, but with a slightly changed focus. Upcoming In August, the University’s alumni board voted to change the categories for George Fox’s yearly alumni awards. Alumni Events During the past few years, the University has named an Alumnus (or Alumna) of Alumni Abroad 2002 the Year, two Distinguished Alumni, and June 28–July 11 an Alumnus or Alumna of the Year from The George Fox University Office of Alumni its Seminary program. All awards noted and Parent Relations is pleased to announce the honorees’ professional success, a new Juniors Abroad- Christian service, and support of their style European study alma mater. tour for George Fox Starting this academic year are new alumni and friends. Twenty-five spaces honors: CIRULIS ANITA are available for this 14- ¥ The Heritage Award replaces the Marge Weesner, the 2001 Alumna of the Year, receives congratulations from Alumnus/Alumna of the Year award and George Fox President David Brandt. The Alumnus/Alumna of the Year award day tour to cities in Germany, will be replaced by the Heritage Award, recognizing a lifetime of achieve- Austria, Switzerland, France, and England. recognizes a lifetime of outstanding ment academically, professionally, in community service, and in personal life. $2,595 double occupancy achievement academically, professional- $2,955 single occupancy ly, in community service, and in person- faithful service to God in vocational min- “There was some confusion, in the Save your space or call for details by con- al life. To be eligible, candidates must istry in the local church, in a parachurch past, as to what distinguished the differ- tacting the Office of Alumni and Parent Rela- have graduated from George Fox at least organization, or on the mission field. ent categories,” she said. “We want to tions at 503-554-2114. 25 years ago. ¥ Continuing is the Seminary Alum- clarify things, as well as to add the cate- ¥ The Outstanding Alumnus/Alumna nus/Alumna of the Year award. The per- gory recognizing recent alumni.” Award has similar criteria, but is for tra- son selected must have graduated from Candidates for the awards are gradu- Save the date for Homecoming 2002 ditional graduates of at least 10 years or George Fox’s Seminary program at least ates from any George Fox University A Brand New “U” graduates of nontraditional programs. 25 years ago and will have demonstrated program, including those from the for- February 15-17 ¥ The Outstanding Recent Alumnus or extraordinary accomplishments in min- mer Western Evangelical Seminary, Class Reunions Alumna Award again follows criteria istry, church growth, community George Fox College, and Pacific Col- • 1992 (10-year) • 1972 (30-year) similar to the first two awards, but is lim- involvement, commitment to the evan- lege. Candidates are to reflect the ideals • 1982 (20-year) • 1962 (40-year) ited to traditional graduates of the last gelical cause beyond the place of service, of the University in their commitment to • 1977 (25-year) decade. Special consideration will be and support for the Seminary. their profession, church, community, and Affinity Reunions given to those names submitted by the Sheri Philips, executive director of the University. They also should have • Ministry Alumni University’s Young Alumni Council. alumni and parent relations, said the demonstrated support for, and sympathy For all graduates of the Department of ¥ The new Christian Service Award will changes seek to make the criteria for the with, the mission, goals, and purpose of Religious Studies (Christian ministries, honor a person who has demonstrated annual honors clearer. the University. biblical studies, and religion majors), George Fox Evangelical Seminary (formerly Western Evangelical Seminary), and alumni who were active in campus ministries as students. Home: Residence life program contributes to student development continued from page 6 Homecoming has something for everyone, so plan to attend! Details to follow in the mail! friends that I met in college, living on dents — connecting with people,” Pothoff is held each semester; and the area coor- campus, who are my best friends to this says. “We train our staff: ‘You’re investing dinators hold regular weekly or biweek- day and will be for the rest of my life.” in people’s lives. This is a ministry.’” ly group and individual meetings with Christmas Party at Friendships such as those benefit the Assisting the four area coordinators their staff. the Pittock Mansion University as well as the student, says are 55 students who serve as assistant In addition, the residence life staff President Dave and Melva Cook. “Research shows that those stu- area coordinators, resident assistants, provides programming for the students in Brandt cordially invite dents who live on campus and have the and house and apartment managers. their living areas throughout the year: George Fox University residential experience are much, much Together they oversee more than 1,000 workshops on cooking or car mainte- friends and alumni to a more likely to stay and complete their students in six residence halls, three nance, tips on stress relief during finals traditional George education because it’s part of their week, discussion panels on rela- Fox Christmas cel- integration process. It’s part of “We train our staff: ‘You’re” tionships, seasonal parties, and ebration in Portland. how they connect.” social activities. Please plan to join us for an evening of The campus community was .investing in people’s lives. It’s all part of an effort to make holiday music, hors d’oeuvres, and desserts. one of the factors that Wilkinson “.‘.This is a ministry.’” the residence life experience a Monday, December 3, 2001 looked for in selecting a college. positive, effective part of a 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. He chose George Fox because of — Mark Pothoff, — George Fox University education. The Pittock Mansion its active residence life program. Associate Dean of Students “We’re a community,” says 3229 N.W. Pittock Drive “You can visit other campuses, Pothoff. “I tell students, ‘You’re Portland, Oregon even Christian campuses,” Pothoff says, minidorms of suites, five apartment com- not coming to school just to get an edu- $18 per person Due to limited space, your R.S.V.P. is “and not have the same sense of commu- plexes, and 19 houses. cation, to take classes, and go home. required by November 26, 2001. Tickets will nity in their residential programs. I’ve George Fox University is intentional You’re coming to a place where you’ll be be sent in the mail. R.S.V.P. 503-554-2121 or been to visit a couple of other schools, about preparing its residence life staff for challenged emotionally, spiritually, and [email protected]. and even just walking around, the feel of their roles, Pothoff says. The educational physically, and living on campus is their residence halls is different.” process starts before the school year going to get at those needs. Living on The reasons for that lie in the student begins with a weeklong team- campus will give you the whole George life staff, he says. George Fox University building/backpacking trip called Walk- Fox experience.’” hires people who are relational and stress- about, followed by a week of in-service It’s the hope of the student life staff es that in training. Three of the four full- meetings in which staff are trained in that the impact of that experience is time area coordinators (formerly known everything from how to check people far-reaching. as resident directors) had previous resi- into their rooms to how to deal with alco- “When you’re being invested in, you dence life experience, while the fourth hol issues. want to give back,” he says. “We hope was involved in an outdoor ministry. R.A. seminars on everything from students go out and invest in each other “We place high priority and emphasis leadership training to student develop- because it’s being modeled for them by on relationships and knowing your resi- ment theory continue during the fall their peers who are in residence life.” semester; a retreat for residence life staff — Anita Cirulis 13