The Daily Bruin

Today’s the day the fun begins! We’re thrilled to officially kick off the exciting “Well-Being Boo-Bash” challenge this week. How to participate? It’s simple! Just print out your bingo card linked here and get ready for an adventure that continues through this Friday, Oct. 27.

You’ll be visiting different departments where you’ll find treats, games and lots of fun. Think of it as a well-being twist on “trick or treat.” Don’t forget about the “Magic Line.” This is the far-right column on your bingo card. Complete this line by visiting specific departments and earn a double entry into our prize drawing.

That’s right, at the end of this thrilling adventure we’re holding a prize raffle for all participants who submit their bingo cards! More to come on that later this week.

Harvest the fun and festivities with us!

It’s caramel apple season! Stop by the student life office in Hadlock on Wednesday, Nov. 1, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to make your own caramel apple!

See you then!

Our thrilling fall play, The Potting Shed, opens Thursday, Oct. 26! This fascinating drama is sure to draw you in and leave you hopeful.

George Fox students are entitled to a free ticket to either of the Thursday shows (Oct. 26 or Nov. 2), while employees can reserve a ticket for any of the performances. You can reserve your ticket at this link. (Note: Students and employees, be sure to use your George Fox email address to claim your own ticket.)

Synopsis: When estranged son, James, returns for his father’s funeral, the Callifer family finds their staunch unbelief turned upside down as secrets from the past disrupt the present. Unearthing lost childhood, James is confronted by the best and worst of his family history, leading him inexorably toward the startling truth.

What happened in the potting shed all those years ago? And why has it led the Callifers to reject their youngest son? Is there room for belief in a family of skeptics? Legendary novelist Graham Greene addresses these questions and more a taut, engrossing drama, described by the New York Daily News as “an intellectual detective story.”

Contact Ben Tissell at btissell@georgefox.edu for more information.

Climbing Club is hosting a movie night on Tuesday, Oct. 24, at 7 p.m. We will watch the classic movie An American Ascent during our regular club meeting time. Come join us to enjoy movie and popcorn, and spend time in community. We’ll be meeting in the McGrew House (#80 on the campus map).

You can reach out to Lily Giesbrecht at lgiesbrecht20@georgefox.edu with questions.

Join us for the exhibition opening of Lorie Baxter’s “Natural Wonders: Selections from the Studio” in the Minthorne Gallery on Monday, Oct. 23, from 4 to 6 p.m. Baxter will be showing works that she made over the past 20 years, ranging from works on canvas and panel to varying metals.

Light refreshments will be provided, and an artist talk will follow at the Chehalem Cultural Center (415 E. Sheridan St.) at 6 p.m.

Reach out to Chandler Brutscher at cbrutscher@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

If you joined us at the all-employee meeting yesterday, you’re already in the loop about the upcoming “Well-Being Boo-Bash” challenge! We’re thrilled to officially kick off this exciting event next week, and we want you to be a part of the fun.

How to participate? It’s simple! Just print out your bingo card linked here and get ready for an adventure lasting from Oct. 23 to Oct. 27. You’ll be visiting different departments where you’ll find treats, games, and lots of fun. Think of it as a well-being twist on “trick or treat.”

Don’t forget about the “Magic Line.” This is the far-right column on your bingo card. Complete this line by visiting specific departments and earn a double entry into our prize drawing. That’s right, at the end of this exciting adventure, we’re holding a grand prize drawing for all participants who submit their bingo cards.

There is absolutely no reason not to participate in this enjoyable event. It’s a fantastic way to bond with your colleagues and take steps toward enhancing your well-being.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

We’re excited to invite you on a joint venture by the Fusion Club and Global Village Club — a trip to the Red Berry Barn pumpkin patch! We will be meeting at the Intercultural Resource Center tomorrow (Saturday) at 11 a.m.

We wouldn’t want you to miss out on the adventure, so make sure to RSVP and secure your spot by filling out this form. We will cover for admission tickets for the first 10 people who sign up.

We look forward to having you join us! If you need a ride or are willing to offer one, let us know! Contact Giang Huynh at ghuynh19@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Remind your families to register for Family Weekend, Oct. 27-29! Registration is still open but will close after today (Friday). There will be events, games, prizes, and many additional opportunities to spend quality time with your family on campus.

Your family can’t make it? No problem. Family can be a spouse, a friend, grandparents, or anyone you consider family. You can even gather a group of friends and register together! We would love to have you join the festivities even if your family can’t come. The registration link can be found here.

Questions? Email us at parents@georgefox.edu.

We are excited to welcome George Fox families to campus Friday, Oct. 27, through Sunday, Oct. 29, for Family Weekend! Please put on your best George Fox welcome and help families navigate campus as needed. We want to provide the most hospitable and fun experience possible for our visitors.

Also, please take great care in encouraging those students who may not have a family member who is able to attend. Anyone is welcome to register for Family Weekend and join students for activities.

To register and view the schedule, follow this link.

Questions? Email Mari Ortega at mortega@georgefox.edu.

Richter proposals are due this Monday, Oct. 23. Upload all required components electronically using the Smartsheet links that can be found on the Richter Scholars Program web pages.

Students, upload all your required documents using this specific Smartsheet link. Faculty, upload your supporting letter using this Smartsheet link.

For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.

Consider joining a indoor cycling class in partnership with the Sources of Strength Club! The class will be held in Hadlock’s group fitness studio on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Sources of Strength is a club and upstream suicide prevention program that aims to help people find strength through various resources, including physical health and healthy activities. This special indoor cycling class is not only focused on the physical benefits of exercise, but is also a great opportunity to practice mindfulness and gratitude. Have fun exercising in an environment open to everyone; no previous experience is required.

Please email Sara Thudium at sthudium21@georgefox.edu if you are interested in attending or have any questions. There are 14 spots available for this class!

Note: If you choose to participate, there will be mandatory gratitude practices before and after the ride, and an optional photo-op (which you may decline). Prepare to come to class a couple of minutes early in order to set up your bike.

Mark your calendar for the Chess Club’s fall tournament and Halloween party! There will be Halloween treats provided and a raffle at the end. You can enter the raffle for a chance to win fun prizes by playing in the tournament.

The event will be held in Canyon Commons 101 from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31. All skill levels are welcome.

If you have any questions, reach out to Kiernan McTaggart at kmctaggart22@georgefox.edu. Hope to see you there!

Applications are open for 2024 SpiL trip opportunities! Learn about the different opportunities at this link.

Here is a summary of what’s being offered:

• Jubilee Conference, vocational discernment: Mid-semester break, Feb. 16-18, 2024
• Northern California, World Renew Disaster Relief: Spring break, March 23-30, 2024
• Philadelphia Dream Center, urban immersion and service: Spring break, March 23-30, 2024
• Romania & Moldova WordMadeFlesh, international immersion and service: April 29 – May 20, 2024

SpiL “discovery” trips challenge students to immerse, listen, learn from, serve alongside, and be impacted by global ministry partner organizations in the context of other cultures, communities and complexities, modeling peacemaking, empowerment and Christian community development at its best!

Apply now at this link. The application and deposit are both due Wednesday, Nov. 1.

If you have any questions, reach out to spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Are you curious about pre-workouts? Some of our senior kinesiology students are researching the effects of pre-workouts on strength and power performance.

Participants in this study will perform squat jumps, push-ups, and sit-ups after taking a dosage of a pre-workout. If you are interested, please sign up at this link.

You can email mmagruder20@georgefox.edu or lrodriguez20@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Pumpkin paradise awaits … join the pumpkin patch party!

We’re excited to invite you on a joint venture by the Fusion Club and Global Village Club — a trip to the Red Berry Barn pumpkin patch! We will be meeting at the Intercultural Resource Center this Saturday, Oct. 21, at 11 a.m.

We wouldn’t want you to miss out on the adventure, so make sure to RSVP and secure your spot by emailing ghuynh19@georgefox.edu. We look forward to having you with us at the event. See you soon!

If you need a ride or are willing to offer one, let us know!

Hungry for a move of God in our time? Longing to see the love of Christ transform our communities? The George Fox Fellowship of Christian Athletes group invites you to join us as we “Rally for Revival”!

We will be gathering in Bauman Auditorium tonight (Thursday) at 7:30 p.m. for a time of prayer, worship, testimonies, and repentance as we pursue revival in our time and within our communities. Join us and bring as many people as you can!

If you have any questions, you can email Alvin Lai at alai20@georgefox.edu

Today is the day! At 10:19 a.m. we will participate in The Great Oregon ShakeOut, an annual event that gives everyone the opportunity to practice how to be safe during an earthquake.

Please take a few minutes to participate in the largest-ever earthquake drill.

The Psychology Club invites you to our second psychology chapel this year! Our guest speaker is Dr. Greg Fischer, who will discuss “Godly Dating and Relationships.”

Chapel will take place tonight (Thursday) at 6 p.m. in Hoover 103. You will have the chance to earn one non-Bauman chapel credit. We can’t wait for you to join.

If you have any questions, contact Kalysta Conrad at kconrad21@georgefox.edu.

All Champion-brand apparel is 20% off in-store and online, Oct. 19 through Oct. 24! This is a great chance to nab some George Fox swag!

For additional information, contact Laura King at lking@georgefox.edu.

Three poets from the Newberg area will read poetry and sign books at Chapters Books at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 3, as part of the bookstore’s “First Friday” open house.

All three have long connections with Newberg and George Fox University.

Ed Higgins is a George Fox Emeritus Professor of Writing and Literature. He has published widely both poetry and flash fiction, including the poetry collection Near Truth Only (2022), published by Fernwood Press. He is assistant editor of the online journal Brilliant Flash Fiction.

William Jolliff recently retired as professor of English at George Fox. His poetry collections include Twisted Shapes of Light (2015) and At Rest in My Father’s House (2023). He has also published works of non-fiction and criticism.

Nancy Thomas’ poetry publications include The Secret Colors of God and Close to the Ground. She is poetry editor for Friends Journal and has a poetry collection forthcoming from Fernwood Press.

All three authors will read and sign books as part of the event.

For more information, contact Maureen Rogers at chaptersbooks@comcast.net.