The Daily Bruin

Richter Scholars Program Proposals are due Monday, March 1.

The program distributes funds to support student research activities that are devised, initiated, and carried out by individual student researchers, with mentorship, guidance, and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.

The purpose of these funds is to support educational research opportunities that encourage the practices of independent thought leading to independent achievement and personal responsibility.

For the purpose of this program, research is defined as a knowledge-generating activity that is designed to provide new information on a topic, tool, or process, and that proceeds according to established and accepted research methods

Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria by clicking here.

Faculty mentors: Please note that several important proposal elements and eligibility requirements have been recently updated. Please thoroughly read through all posted documentation as you work with your student mentee to prepare a proposal.

Questions? Contact Vetta Berokoff (vberokof@georgefox.edu).

The Intercultural Resource Center is excited to announce the Reconciliation and Education Program!

Following this month’s SCORR conference, the IRC will host three two-week programs discussing racial reconciliation, anti-racist action steps, and dismantling oppressive systems.

These programs are a great opportunity to commit to learning more about anti-racism while earning two chapel credits! Apply here by Monday, Feb. 22.

Questions? Contact Hannah Lee (hlee17@georgefox.edu).

The Office of Spiritual Life is excited to open up the Prayer Chapel to students who would like to use the space for prayer, meditation, or any spiritual practice.

Students can reserve the space by filling out this form. You can reserve a time beginning this Wednesday, Feb. 17, and the chapel will be open throughout the remainder of the semester.

Due to COVID-19 safety policies, we can only allow up to five people at a time, and students must maintain physical distancing, wear a face covering, and sanitize as you enter the space.

Questions? Contact Spiritual Life (spirituallife@georgefox.edu).

Join Delight Ministries for a Galentine’s movie night tonight (Sunday) at 7 p.m.! We will be watching To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You via Zoom, and would love to see you there!

Questions? Contact Nicole Parsons (nparsons17@georgefox.edu).

Calling all culinary enthusiasts! Are you interested in joining our new Cooking Club? If so, please take a minute to fill out this Google Form. All are welcome to sign up, regardless of how much experience you’ve had in the kitchen!

Questions? Contact Maren Caravan at mcalavan20@georgefox.edu.

With the extended weekend and the threat of poor weather, please visit here for updated hours for the Bridge Cafe and Canyon Commons for today (Saturday) through Tuesday, Feb. 16.  Follow us on Instagram for updates as well.

Questions? Contact Jason Rosvall (jrosvall@georgefox.edu).

Today (Saturday), set out with a list of clues to find 14 small, golden hearts that will be hidden outdoors around campus as part of our “14 Hearts of Gold Challenge”!

The 14th heart is special, more difficult to find, and worth three hearts! You must take a photo with each heart where you found it as proof in order for it to be counted.

The goal is to find as many hearts as you can before 5 p.m. for the chance to win a Valentine’s Day meal on us. We will be posting clues to the hearts on Instagram at 10 a.m. and send them through email to people who sign up here for email clues.

The first-place prize is a meal reimbursement of up to $100, and the second-place prize up to $50.

Questions? Contact Student Activities (activities@georgefox.edu).

An all-employee meeting will be made available for viewing on Wednesday, Feb. 17, after 3 p.m. The meeting will be posted at this link. Like previous meetings, the password to join is provided on the meeting site.

Questions? Contact Missy Terry (terrym@georgefox.edu).

The Newberg and Portland campuses will be closed this Monday, Feb. 15,  for the mid-semester holiday. All offices, libraries and bookstores will be closed.

Although the Murdock Library will be closed, the 24-hour space will remain open.

The Office of Spiritual Life is excited to open up the Prayer Chapel to students that would like to use the space for prayer, meditation, or any spiritual practice.

Students can reserve the space by filling out this form. Students can reserve a time beginning next Wednesday, Feb. 17, as the chapel will be open throughout the remainder of the semester.

Due to COVID-19 safety policies, we can only allow up to five people at a time and students must maintain physical distancing, wear a face covering, and sanitize as you enter the space.

Questions? Contact Spiritual Life (spirituallife@georgefox.edu).

Would you like to participate in a research study revolving around exercise? The study will be held Monday, Feb. 15 at 10 a.m.

If you are interested or want more information, please reach out to Kelsey (kbunker17@georgefox.edu) or Molly (mcarter17@georgefox.edu). We hope to hear from you!

Disability and Accessibility Services is gauging interest in a weekly or bi-weekly ADHD group where students can meet others with ADHD, trade tips and insight, and discuss how ADHD impacts their lives as students.

If this sounds like something that would benefit you, please complete this survey today (Friday).

Questions? Contact Andrea Byerley in Disability and Accessibility Services (abyerley@georgefox.edu) or Kyle Rafferty (krafferty19@georgefox.edu).

Registration is open for our first Spring Virtual Career Fair, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 26! The fair will host employers from various industries, including (but not limited to) technology, engineering, government, business, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, and nonprofit.

The fair is open to George Fox students of any major and will feature full-time employment, part-time employment, and internship opportunities. You can register for information sessions through the Handshake system.

Please update your profile on Handshake and be sure to upload a resume so  employers have access to it. If you need support with your resume, make a career coaching appointment in the IDEA Center!

Questions? Visit this website or contact Carol Parker Walsh at cparkerwalsh@georgefox.edu.

One of the many perks for George Fox employees is access to the Hadlock Rental Center for use of outdoor recreation equipment. This comes at a very affordable cost that helps the rental center continue to thrive and grow for years to come.

We are seeking the input of current students, as well as faculty and staff, to help improve and develop the Hadlock Rental Center. Please complete this survey. 

Interested in how to use the rental center and what we offer? Click here. Questions? Contact AJ Heil (aheil@georgefox.edu).

The Premedical Club is having our February meeting! Come learn about what it’s like to be in medical school from George Fox alumni and current medical school students David Howell and Jesse Wilson.

We’ll meet at 6 p.m. this Wednesday, Feb. 17, in Hoover 105.

Sign up with this link. Questions? Contact Cate Snedecor at csnedecor19@georgefox.edu.

Campus Recreation has added nine group exercise and instructional classes for the spring semester!

Most of them are in-person, but space is very limited. If you sign up for a session, please be sure to follow through on your commitment. Classes are free, and you can be put on a waiting list if the class is full.

Classes include group cycle, boot camp, restorative yoga, Zumba, self-defense (hybrid), freestyle dance techniques, Total Body Blast (online only), and more yoga classes!

Click here for information and to register. Questions? Contact AJ Heil (aheil@georgefox.edu).

The Hadlock Student Center and Campus Recreation are looking for ideas for outdoor and virtual events that we can offer during the spring semester! This includes ideas for group exercise classes, intramural sports, outdoor recreation, and skill workshops.

Submit your ideas and be entered for a chance to win $5 vouchers to the rental center. Click here to submit. 

Questions? Contact AJ Heil (aheil@georgefox.edu).

Today (Friday), the IT Service Desk will be working from home and available during normal hours via phone and email. In-person service will be available from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Service Desk in the Stevens Center.

Click here for hours and information, or contact IT (servicedesk@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2569).

Looking for a major that will help you help others? Consider social work!

The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program is hosting an informational gathering Monday, Feb. 22, from 5 to 6 p.m. via Zoom. Please join us!

What is social work?

Social work is a profession focused on supporting all people through life’s challenges to ensure individual well-being and strong communities.

As a social work major, students engage in course content and internship experiences that address the core values of service, dignity and worth, the importance of relationships, integrity, competence, and social justice. Click here for more information about our program. 

Are there jobs in social work?

Social work is one of the fastest-growing professions in the United States, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). There are currently about 700,000 professional social workers in our nation, but that number is expected to rise to more than 800,000 by 2029.

What do social workers do?

Social workers are found throughout society providing services to individuals, groups, and communities. They work in schools, foster care programs, senior centers, healthcare settings, mental health and substance use disorder treatment centers, and in a variety of public and private organizations.

Social workers also engage in advocacy and social reform through work in the criminal justice system, securing voting rights, and supporting veterans and their families as well as many other activities. For more information about social work, please click here.

Questions? Contact Kim Rapp (rappk@georgefox.edu). We look forward to meeting you!

Hurry! The Donor-Funded Scholarships Application closes next week!

The Donor-Funded Scholarships Application is due next Wednesday, Feb. 17. Don’t miss your chance to apply for over 200 scholarships for the 2021-22 academic year!

Take advantage of your long weekend and submit your application. If you haven’t started yet, there’s still time! Traditional undergraduate students can find the application under “Student Resources” in their MyGeorgeFox portal.

Questions? Email the financial aid office (scholarships@georgefox.edu) and we’ll be happy to help!