The Daily Bruin

Join an OREC trip this Sunday for some fun in the snow! We will be cross-country skiing alongside the White River on a moderate three- to four-mile out-and-back trail.

The day will start off with an amazing drive through Mt. Hood, introductory lessons to cross-country skiing, and a fun-filled day in the snow. This is a popular destination and will provide you with some of the best views of Mt. Hood.

No prior skiing experience is needed; our instructors will teach you all that you need to know. To register, go here.

Tickets for the Oregon Symphony concert on the Newberg campus will be available starting at 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at the Welcome & Information Center in Stevens. The concert is free to George Fox employees.

George Fox University and Austin Industries will host the Oregon Symphony for its 36th annual performance in Bauman Auditorium on Friday, Feb. 2, at 8 p.m. This year’s performance will feature the music of American composer George Gershwin.

A limited number of tickets have been provided for George Fox half-time and full-time employees. Tickets are limited to two per employee on a first-come, first-served basis.

There will be a waitlist if you would like additional tickets. Any available tickets after Jan. 26 will go to those on the waitlist. Reservations over the phone may be taken for Portland Center employees only.

If you have any questions, please contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu.

The Cocoa and Cleanup event is back! Join the Stewards of Sustainability Club next Saturday, Jan. 27, to pick up trash around campus.

We will meet up at 2 p.m. in Klages 231, and return there afterwards to celebrate with hot cocoa. We plan to be done by 3 p.m. Help us make a tangible difference on campus and keep our local community clean, safe and beautiful. Employees are welcome to join us as well!

Contact Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Less than half of Americans have a will, but everyone needs one. Join us for a Canopy session to learn the simple steps you need to take to create a basic estate plan.

We will cover the few basic documents that can save you and your family loads of aggravation and unnecessary expense. This free online webinar will be available on demand on the member site beginning Thursday, Feb. 1.

Have you always wanted to learn how to knit or crochet? Just interested in a new hobby? The Arts & Crafts Club is hosting a cozy winter event featuring hot chocolate and an introductory lesson on how to knit and crochet!

Join us on Friday, Jan. 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. in Hoover 203! Whether you have no experience at all or want to brush up on old skills, this introductory course is perfect for you. We’ll guide you through creating a simple practice piece. Please sign up here if you are interested. Employees are welcome to join us as well!

Already know how to knit or crochet? You can sign up too, and help teach others how to do it!

Feel free to contact Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Providence Health Plan members: Stay informed about your health by joining our monthly Tuesday Health Talks with your Providence Health Plan account manager. Your participation in Tuesday Health Talks is not just encouraged; it’s crucial to your well-being.

On Tuesday, Jan. 23, from noon to 1 p.m., we’ll focus on medical home clinics, covering what they are, how to find one, and to designate your preferred clinic. This knowledge is critical because informed choices empower better health decisions.

Your health journey matters, and being well-informed ensures you take proactive steps toward a healthier you. Don’t underestimate the impact of staying informed on your overall well-being.

Use this link to join the webinar.

If you need assitance, please reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu

Curious about what George Fox clubs have to offer? Are you a food enthusiast? Then don’t miss out on tonight’s Spring Clubs Fair beginning at 7 p.m. in Hadlock!

Come check out our clubs and experience our multicultural organizations through food. We will also have a raffle for a big-ticket item at the Student Activities table.

Also, Sadie Hawkins is coming up on Feb. 9-10. Tickets will go on sale next week. These have sold out every year, so get there early to grab your ticket. This is a two-night event, so get your friends together and choose a night.

Here are the sale times* in Canyon Commons:

• Wednesday, Jan. 24, 5-7 p.m.
• Thursday, Jan. 25, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.
• Friday, Jan. 26, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

*These times are subject to change if we sell out. Please keep an eye on our instagram for more details.

Here is a rundown of campus events coming up soon:

• Trivia Night: Friday, Jan. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons
• Black Student Union Event: Friday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m. in Klages
• Sadie Hawkins: Friday & Saturday, Feb. 9 & 10, at 10 p.m. on the Portland Spirit

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

Spring semester Life Groups are now open! We have over 20 groups available, all of them offered for chapel credit. Sign up using this link.

Questions? Email spirituallife@georgefox.edu

Students and employees, join University Recreation for a free one-hour workshop on backcountry snow safety! Our knowledgeable instructors will walk you through a presentation and activities about how to best travel in the backcountry safety.

The workshop is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 25, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Hadlock Student Center (check in at the front desk).

This is an excellent workshop to familiarize yourself with avalanche risks and hazards unique to winter travel. Come with something to take notes, and be ready to ask your questions! Attendees must RSVP by going here.

As a bonus, everyone who attends will receive a free voucher to rent snowshoes from the Hadlock Rental Center!

Have you thought about studying abroad? Take advantage of a great opportunity to find out more about our Ecuador program. A representative from Living and Learning will be on campus on Thursday, Jan. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

Stop by any for a chance to connect with our representative, get information, and ask questions.

If you have any questions, contact Lynn Scott at lscott@georgefox.edu or David Martínez at dmartinez@georgefox.edu

Need counseling? Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Are you having problems in your relationships that are getting in the way of your academics or life in general?

George Fox’s counseling services are here to meet all of your mental health needs. Counseling is free for Newberg campus students and conveniently located right here on campus. Counseling for non-Newberg-based students is available for $30 per session.

We offer in-person and virtual appointments for students living in Oregon. One-time consults and ongoing counseling appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, please call 503-554-2340.

As the weather warms, we might have frozen pipes that may start to leak. Please contact Plant Services (or Campus Public Safety after business hours) if you hear or see running water, either on the Portland campus or the Newberg campus. Thank you!

If you have any questions, please contact Dixie Downey at ddowney@georgefox.edu.

You are invited to transform your fitness journey with our certified personal trainers!

Our dedicated trainers are certified professionals who are committed to enhancing your fitness levels and overall health. Experience personalized workout routines designed to optimize your potential from any skill level.

We understand the importance of flexibility in your busy schedule, so our trainers are available at a variety of times.

If you are interested, fill out the form here. Prices can be found here.

If you have any questions, please contact fitness@georgefox.edu.

You are invited to make biscuits in the Bruin Community Pantry Kitchen from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4, in Roberts 109!

Twelve participants will make homemade biscuits to eat out of the oven and take home. Everything is provided free of charge, and sign-ups are first come, first served. If you have any questions or are interested in attending, please contact Jere Witherspoon (jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu).

You will be contacted Feb. 2 to confirm your participation. If you cannot attend, please contact Witherspoon immediately so we can arrange for someone on the waitlist to take your spot.

Join us for a working session to begin or complete your FAFSA today (Wednesday) at 5 p.m. in Stevens 207.

A couple staff members from the Financial Aid Office will be there to chat about the current FAFSA and open the rest of the time for you to work on your FAFSA with your fellow Bruins.

We will be providing pizza, as well as holding two raffles for two Stanley water bottles.

Please bring your laptop and check out this link for any documents you may want to bring.

If you have any questions, please contact Jesse Cetz at jcetz@georgefox.edu.

Support the esports team and their upcoming events by purchasing Panda Express anywhere in the United States using their online-only order code: 916575.

If you have any questions, please contact Jerry Sanchez at jsanchez@georgefox.edu.

As a part of our Serve with Passion event, join Friendsview residents for a night of games and fun, including pool, ping pong, shuffleboard and more!

The event will take place in the Health Center of Friendsview’s main building, but we will meet in the lobby at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, and head down together. The event should conclude around 8:30 p.m.

Please note that this event will take place as long as weather permits and classes resume as scheduled.

Elective chapel credit will be offered. Sign up through Helper-Helper.

If you have any questions, please contact Emily Ong at eong20@georgefox.edu.

Join us today (Wednesday) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Canyon Commons 103 to learn from local organizations about ways in which you can serve during your college experience and beyond.

Please note that this event will take place as long as weather permits and classes resume as scheduled.

If you have any questions, please contact Emily Ong at eong20@georgefox.edu.

To add some collaborative fun and encourage our campus to set aside the extra time and energy it takes to get involved in service, the Office for Spiritual Life invites you to join the 2024 Spring Faith into Action challenge!

To participate, simply serve with passion alongside your residential living area or commuter group:

• Brandt and Edwards halls
• Houses and apartments
• Le Shana and Gulley halls
• Pennington Hall
• Newlin Hall
• Commuters

Between Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the end of spring break on March 31, the residential living area or commuter group of participants that collectively logs and validates the highest average of community service hours on the Helper-Helper app will earn a $500 prize party for your living area, plus five (Bauman) chapel credits for all participants.

If there are other community service opportunities that you would like to see added to the Helper-Helper app, or if you would like to reach out to your 2023 Serve Day site to serve there again, please don’t hesitate to reach out via email to serveday@georgefox.edu or you can DM us on Instagram @GFUSpiL.

We truly are blessed to be a blessing. We hope you have fun, enjoy a semester of serving with passion, and share the Be Known promise beyond our campus borders!

If you have any questions, please contact Rus St.Cyr at rstcyr@georgefox.edu.

Date change! The Social Work Club will host its vision board making event Thursday, Jan. 18, from 7 to 9 p.m. in Roberts 105. Join us in setting the tone for the new year.

Vision boards are used to set intentions, visualize goals and manifest the life you desire in 2024. What goals do you want to achieve this year? Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring anything you would like to use. We hope to see you there!

If you have any questions, please contact Sophia Castillo at scastillo23@georgefox.edu.