The New Squawk Box

Submit all items to squawkbox@fresno.edu by 10 a.m. on Tuesdays or Thursdays, the days of publication. The Squawk Box welcomes submissions on professional achievements and personal announcements. The newsletter does not run items promoting for-profit businesses. Fundraising events need to have a strong connection to Fresno Pacific University.

The Squawk is posted by the University Communications Office during the school year except for holidays. Each submission is printed once unless otherwise requested. Upcoming events will be printed until the event occurs.

Campus Notes

The notes below have been submitted by members of the FPU community.

Men's Basketball "Second Time Around"

You’re invited to come out and support Men’s Basketball this Wednesday at 7:00 pm in the Special Events Center. Their “Second Time Around” event will include a dunk contest, 3-point contest, and live scrimmage. The first 250 fans will receive a free t-shirt.

Submitted by Michelle Boling at 10/20/2009 2:42:18 PM - Leave A Comment

Urbana Fundraisers!!

Hungry? Thirsty? The Missions Club along with the Office of Spiritual Formation will be hosting Pizza Hut on Wednesday from 11:00 – 1:30pm in front of SCC. They will be selling pizza by the slice for two dollars! Amazing! Come support the students as they raise funds for Urbana!

Jamba Juice will also be on campus on Thursday at ......
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Submitted by Cindy Mendez at 10/20/2009 2:35:22 PM - Leave A Comment

Audit Presentation

Faculty and Staff,

You are invited to the annual Audit Presentation this Friday, October 23 at 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. in MCD 148/149 (Ashley Auditorium) by Bowman & Company, LLP.

Submitted by Arlene Mack at 10/20/2009 2:22:47 PM - Leave A Comment

Walter Saul's piano recital at First Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church, 1540 M Street, Fresno, will present a piano recital by Fresno Pacific University music professor Walter Saul on Friday, October 30, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.

The recital includes music by Bach, Saul, Haydn, Mendelssohn, and others. Admission is by donation (suggested $10 or $15 for a ......
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Submitted by Walter Saul at 10/20/2009 2:45:41 PM - Leave A Comment

WBB Winter Clothes Drive

Donations are now being accepted for a winter clothes drive sponsored by the women's basketball team. Items needed..... jackets, sweatshirts, sweatpants, jeans, long-sleeve shirts, scarves, winter hats, gloves, etc. All donations will be accepted in donation boxes located in numerous locations such as, dorm room entrances, cafeteria, coffee ......
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Submitted by Timothy Beauregard at 10/20/2009 2:24:07 PM - Leave A Comment

Concert Choir

Sunday, October 25, 5 p.m. – Concert Choir sings at the First Mennonite Church in Reedley (1208 L Street). There is no charge.

Submitted by Judy Cockerham at 10/13/2009 2:18:01 PM - Leave A Comment

"Vocal Health"

Vocalists -- The music department is sponsoring a forum on “Vocal Health” presented by David Foushee of the Central California Ear, Nose and Throat Medical Group. The forum is open to all interested vocalists. Thursday, October 22 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in Marpeck 108.

Submitted by Judy Cockerham at 10/20/2009 2:56:16 PM - Leave A Comment

Pacific Artist Series

Saturday, October 24 at 7:30 p.m., McDonald Hall Atrium. Dinner – a three-course serving of readings, music and art – will be the second offering in the 2009-2010 Pacific Artist Series. Chris Janzen, FPU art and music faculty, and Jesse Nathan, writer, envision what a dinner party hosted by Virginia Woolf might look like if her guests were 17 ......
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Submitted by Judy Cockerham at 10/8/2009 2:33:37 PM - Leave A Comment

Senior Professionals Seminar

Senior Professionals Seminar for Next Week – October 27

Tuesday, 2:30 – 4:30 P.M. Steinert 101 – Pioneer-Johansen Conference Room

October 27 – “Marriage and Sexuality: Changes in Anabaptist and Mennonite Brethren Practices”

Presenters Valerie Rempel and Delores Friesen, both faculty at M.B. ......
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Submitted by Dalton Reimer at 10/20/2009 2:43:34 PM - Leave A Comment

Hope is Coming to Fresno

Thousands of residents from the Fresno area will receive hope in the form of free groceries, health services, haircuts, games and activities for children, job placement assistance, live entertainment, prizes and giveaways at Fresno Convoy of Hope, Saturday, November 7 at Edison Computech. Guests will also have opportunity to hear the gospel and ......
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Submitted by Charity Brown at 9/22/2009 3:22:12 PM - Leave A Comment

Human Resources Submission

CALIFORNIA PERSONAL INCOME TAX WITHHOLDING CHANGES EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 1, 2009: The California Withholding Schedules for 2009 will change for wages paid on or after November 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009. The revised schedules reflect the 10% rate increase which was the result of the state budget agreement and the passage of AB X4 17. If ......
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Submitted by Lori Kroeker at 10/20/2009 2:41:29 PM - Leave A Comment

Student Satisfaction Assessments

The Student Satisfaction Assessments are coming! Please see the attached newsletter.

Submitted by Fay Nielsen at 10/15/2009 3:28:08 PM - Leave A Comment

Did you know?

Some facts from Continuing Education:

*We are featured in this month’s edition of ‘Tech & Learning’ magazine regarding our online classes. Please take a look at the article.
*Since May, the Center for Professional Development has developed in ......
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Submitted by Matt Gehrett at 10/13/2009 2:19:23 PM - Leave A Comment

Spring Adoptions

Spring Adoptions Due November 15th

It’s the time of year once again to start thinking about adoptions for Spring. This time around, in particular, we face even greater challenges due to the current economy.

At Pacific Bookshop, we understand that we are not exempt from business downturns. That’s why we’re working ......
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Submitted by Erin Dunlavy at 10/13/2009 2:37:42 PM - Leave A Comment

Flu Shots

In addition, “Seasonal Flu Shots” are now available in the Health Center Office by appointment for staff and students. The cost is $10.00 and free to Staff having FPU benefits. Please allow 20 minutes for the appointment.

Submitted by Robbie Simpson at 10/14/2009 3:50:10 PM - Leave A Comment

Honorary Coaches Needed for Soccer Nationals

Fresno Pacific University is once again hosting the 2009 NAIA Men’s Soccer National Championship. The tournament will take place November 30 – December 5 at Ramirez Field. In addition to general volunteers, we are also looking for FPU faculty and staff to participate in the Honorary Coach program for this tournament.

The ......
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Submitted by Michelle Boling at 10/8/2009 2:24:39 PM - Leave A Comment

Classifieds

Beautiful House for Short Term Rent

Submitted by Ken Martens Friesen at 10/20/2009 2:37:43 PM - Leave A Comment

News Stories

Athletics News

Upcoming Events

Men's & Women's Swim Meet
11/21/2009 12:00 PM
Sunnyside HS
Lessons & Carols
11/22/2009 3:00 PM
First Congregational
Lessons & Carols
11/22/2009 7:00 PM
First Congregational
Musica Pacifica Baroque Orchestra
11/23/2009 7:30 PM
MCD Atrium
The Encounter 3
11/24/2009 4:00 PM
Fresno Pacific Campus/Dorms
University String Quartet
11/24/2009 7:30 PM
Charlotte's Coffee Corner
Men's Basketball vs. Montana Tech
11/27/2009 7:00 PM
SEC
Men's Soccer NAIA National Championship
11/30/2009 12:00 PM
Ramirez Field
Volleyball NAIA National Championship
12/1/2009 10:00 AM
Sioux City Iowa
Community Wind Ensemble
12/1/2009 7:30 PM
Butler Church