RESOURCE - Final MBA info meeting for January program entry, December 17th

George Fox University's School of Business in Boise will host an MBA Information Meeting, Thursday, December 17th, from 12pm to 1pm, at GFU Boise Center in Meridian. Lunch will be provided!

This is a great way to learn about our MBA from the program Director, an instructor, and a current student, as well as to learn about the admissions requirements. There will be a short presentation with lots of time for questions.


RVSP to dcovington@georgefox.edu.

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EVENT - You're Invited!

To join GFU as we HELP those who HELP others!

Roll up your sleeves and join with us to help the Idaho Food Bank pack food boxes for distribution to needy Treasure Valley families.

Grab your Invitation and learn more HERE!

RESOURCE - MBA Information Meeting Oct 15th

George Fox University's School of Business in Boise will host an MBA Information Meeting, Thursday, October 15th, from 12pm to 1pm, at GFU Boise Center in Meridian. Lunch will be provided!

This is a great way to learn about our MBA from the program Director, an instructor, and a current student, as well as to learn about the admissions requirements. There will be a short presentation with lots of time for questions.

RVSP to dcovington@georgefox.edu.
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EVENT - Change Happens Fast, Are You Staying Relevant?

Speaker Series to Feature Justin Foster, Co-founder of Tricycle Brand Development

On a quarterly basis George Fox University’s Boise campus hosts an event that opens a dialogue regarding pressing issues and solutions of our day. These events are open to the community and are supported by the university’s alumni and friends. At each event, we honor an outstanding leader, or panel of leaders, from business to serve as distinguished speakers on topics of pressing concern.

GFU-Boise Center's next speaker series event will host Justin Foster!

Justin will be presenting “Relevance 2.0 - Five Must-Know Trends to Stay Relevant.” This thought-provoking, insightful presentation highlights trends such as the influence of Gen Y on business, how everyone is now part of "The Media", the rise of personal brands, how social media is redefining networking and relationships, and the 6 must-have technical tools for business professionals. This presentation will inspire the audience to embrace change, continue learning, and use these trends to create a competitive edge.

Justin Foster is the co-founder of Tricycle, a Boise, Idaho-based firm that works with organizations to build bold, creative, and disciplined brands. Justin consults and speaks on branding and marketing trends; with expertise in generational shifts, personal branding, social media and creating customer-driven brands. Justin has conducted more than 250 workshops as far away as Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In addition to consulting and speaking, Justin is a husband, dad, and football coach.

Please join us on November 6th, from 7:30 - 9:00 am at the Courtyard Marriott hotel in Meridian, to hear Justin speak on how to keep up and stay engaged!

To attend please RSVP HERE.

PROFILE - Meet the MAT's Newest Professor, Joanne Gray

Recently, I had the privilege of sitting with Joanne Gray, the newest addition to the School of Education faculty at the Boise Center. Joanne, an Assistant Professor of Education, comes to GFU’s Master of Arts in Teaching faculty already very familiar with the program; she experienced the program as a student in Boise’s very first MAT cohort, T1.

Often, it can be beneficial for a graduate program to bring an alum on board to teach, as there is a familiarity with not only the program, but also among colleagues, as faculty can easily assimilate the alum into the fold, knowing the level at which the “newbie” performed when they were a student. This being the case, Joanne’s fit for GFU’s MAT program goes further; it transcends her professional qualifications AND her experience as a student. In fact, through learning just a little about Joanne’s background and how she navigated toward her current role, it becomes easy to see that she was walking the School of Education’s mantra from before she connected to Fox. Read Joanne's story HERE.

EVENT - Thanksgiving "GiveBack" Initiative! Idaho Food Bank

Folks, the holidays are approaching quickly. This is the time for family, for giving to one another, for appreciating what we have and for thanking God for his rich blessings.

This holiday season, George Fox University’s Boise Center will be teaming up with you, our family of students, alumni, faculty, staff and friends, for the purpose of giving - in a BIG way – to those who have need in our community, and around the world.

This year’s Thanksgiving "GiveBack" initiative will partner-up GFU-Boise with the Idaho Food Bank, an organization that does an incredible amount of good throughout Idaho.

The George Fox University – Boise Center invites you to give back with us by sorting food boxes that will be distributed to needy families throughout the Treasure Valley. This will be a short two-hour shift that is sure to be a great time as faculty, staff, students and alumni pitch in to help!

The Idaho Food Bank: Mark your calendars!

* What: The Idaho Food Bank (IFB) needs our hands to sort food boxes!
* When: Wednesday, November 4th, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
* Where: 3562 South TK Ave. Boise
* RSVP: To dcovington@georgefox.edu. Please let us know that you are coming, as we need to let the IFB know.

NEWS - MBA cohort takes on the challenge in team building exercises

On September 12, 2009, M15 – GFU Boise’s incoming MBA cohort – participated in the customary cohort kickoff event: the Quaker Hill ropes course. Here are some of their take-aways:

“The program was phenomenal. This was a great way to build confidence, trust, and rapport with each other. I learned a lot about myself, my teammates, and to be patient. Thanks, everyone for your support!” – Todd Rogers, Dermatological Sales Representative

“These activities are not for the faint of heart. I especially struggle with a great fear of heights. It made my stomach turn to think about even climbing halfway up the telephone pole. I was not alone… However, the one thing we all experienced was a great sense of teamwork and unity. It was amazing the level of support every person exhibited. I, personally, had some great cheerleaders who helped me achieve feats I never thought possible.” - Lindsey Wallgren, Enrollment Counselor

“I was amazed at the level of support everyone gave. The ropes course really challenged me, forcing me to step out of my comfort zone. I really didn't want to spend a Saturday doing it. After it was all done and over with, I felt I knew everyone a lot better, and that they knew me. I am really glad I had the chance to participate in such a great team building activity” – Jennifer Wambolt, FGHQ Customer and Pricing Analyst

“I had hoped to do all the activities, but it was a comfort to know that it was a 'challenge by choice' event. I learned how very nice the members of our cohort are. Without the extra help, I definitely wouldn't have been able to complete some of the activities. Thank you, everyone!” – Cindy Pawling, Senior Programming Analyst

“10 years ago, I participated at a similar ropes course out of state. When it came time to engage in the activities at a higher level, I declined.
Now, flash forward to Quaker Hill, and I soared with the eagles!! Thanks to my team for the constant encouragement and support that I experienced with you all!” – Adam Cuneo, Account Executive 

Look for an expanded version of this article in our upcoming E-Newsletter!

RESOURCE - Fox's MBA Information Meeting September 17th

The School of Business will host an MBA Information Meeting, Thursday, September 17th, from 12pm to 1pm, at GFU Boise Center in Meridian. Lunch will be provided!

This is a great way to learn about the program from the Director, an instructor, and a current student, as well as to learn about the admissions requirements. There will be a short presentation with lots of time for questions.

RVSP to dcovington@georgefox.edu.
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OPINION - Words and brands

While driving to work the other day, I heard a radio spot advertising a local marketing company – I won’t say their name here. What caught my attention was the advice they “pitched.” Here’s the gist of it.

Always use words that end in “EST” when describing your business, product or service. Basically, “brand” yourself or your business by staking a claim in the “superlative” territory, THEN, no one else can horn in on you. And all you need to do once you’ve done this is to make sure that you live up to the claim (end of ad).

Wow, I thought. Is that really IT? Is this the secret to attracting more customers? Is staking a claim prior to actually BEING what you claim? Oh yeah, don't forget the necessary follow-through to BECOME what you claim (and you better become it quick if your going to claim it in your advertising). I suppose a “first mover” company could take this strategy, since there would be no initial competition. Think about this though, if I were to claim that George Fox University Boise Center had the highest retention rate of any university campus in the U.S., I would need to substantiate this claim, FIRST. Read more HERE.

NEWS - George Fox University is #1 Christian college in the U.S. according to Forbes

 George Fox University makes Forbes’ "Best 100" college list as highest ranked Christian college

George Fox University is listed among the top 60 colleges in the United States in Forbes’ August 2009 ranking of "America’s best colleges."
George Fox ranks No. 58 overall. Full story HERE!

RESOURCE - Education: continuing ed credit

Looking to pick up a Continuing Education Credit soon?

Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) will offer a continuing education credit for teachers attending the Smart Women Smart Money Conference, which will be held at the Boise Centre on the Grove October 3rd. There are out-of-class assignments required for this offer. Click HERE to learn more.