The Daily Bruin

The upcoming fall theater production needs your help. We’re looking for people willing to loan props for the show season.

This fall’s show, “The Hiding Place,” is set in Holland in 1937. We are looking to borrow hanging wall clocks, table clocks, watches and watchmaking tools. The more time-period accurate, the better. Most will be set dressings, placed on stage and unmoved, but some will be handled and interacted with by actors.

Please contact Atalia Fisher at afisher23@georgefox.edu or Mack Goodsel at mgoodsel23@georgefox.edu about items or if you have any questions.

Two character and leadership lecture events will take place Monday, Oct. 21, and you’re invited.

If you are involved in athletics at George Fox, whether athlete, coach or staff, plan to attend “The Athlete’s Journey: How Sports Shape Character” at 8 a.m. in Canyon Commons. Adam Puckett and Sabrina Little will be interviewed, followed by an audience question-and-answer session. Breakfast will be provided.

The public lunch lecture, “Developing Courage through Opposite Actions,” focuses on the development of virtues. It is open to all. Come to Canyon Commons at noon for this lecture, again followed by an audience question-and-answer session. Lunch will be provided.

Contact Brandy Vazquez at bvazquez@georgefox.edu with questions.

It’s time for our annual ’80s-themed dance! Step into your ’80s arcade dream at 8 p.m. tomorrow (Friday) night in the EHS atrium.

The DJ will play all the best ’80s jams as you dance the night away and eat all the classic snacks. The first 200 arrivals will get free fanny packs, glasses, pins, hats and other amazing accessories to match your radical outfits!

Check out the Activities Weekly email for more details.

Events coming up:

Mr. Bruin: Friday, Oct. 11, at 7 p.m. in Bauman
Trivia Night: Friday, Oct. 18, at 7:45 p.m. in Canyon Commons
Haunted House: Friday, Oct. 25, at 7 p.m. in Minthorn

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Our employee assistance program, Canopy, extends a helping hand to those affected by substance misuse. Canopy offers free and confidential support, including access to an online learning center, information, and assistance with treatment referrals. Connect with a counselor today and take the first step toward a thriving lifestyle.

Not sure where to start? Use My Plan, our virtual care navigator, for personalized recommendations and connections to resources. Canopy services are available to household family members too.

Contact Aga at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Are you interested in studying abroad but not sure where you want to go? We will have a representative from Living & Learning on campus Wednesday, Oct. 2, so that you can learn more about the programs and locations they offer.

Our representative will be in Canyon Commons from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and in Stevens from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. (pizza provided at this session). Stop by for a chance to connect, ask questions, and learn what studying abroad could look like for you!

Questions? Contact Wendi Upjohn-Hankel at wupjohn@georgefox.edu or David Martínez at dmartinez@georgefox.edu, or swing by our office on the second floor of River Street South.

This October, the English Department will be putting on the first of our Eclectic Texts Conferences (ETC). This one is all about Taylor Swift. Are you interested in her influence on pop culture? Wondering how her songwriting intersects with literary, political and religious academia? Do you love classic literature and pop music?

Join us for the “Taylor Swift: The Voice of an Age” conference Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25-26, where faculty and students will present papers and engage in discussions about the literary and cultural impact of Taylor Swift.

Registration is available now for only $5. For more information and to register, visit our ETC web page.

Sound like fun? Spread the word! The deadline for registration is Oct. 13. If you have any questions, please reach out to gfu-english@georgefox.edu. We hope to see you there!

Do you know the Christian population in Taiwan is only 3.9%? If you are interested in making friends with college students in Taiwan, you can get to know them in a weekly one-hour Google Meet. By conversing with them in English, you can invite them to learn about Christian faith.

You can choose the most convenient day for your meeting. Meetings will be at either 7 a.m. or 7 p.m. to accommodate the time change.

Stop by  the information table in Canyon Commons between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. today (Thursday) for more details, or email pshih20@georgefox.edu anytime.

Join OREC in backpacking Tunnel Falls, the most unique set of waterfalls the Columbia River Gorge has to offer! We will embark on this overnight excursion Saturday, Sept. 28, and return on Sunday, Sept. 29. Sign up at this link.

You can contact mtollisen21@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

You are invited to join the Office for Spiritual Life (SpiL) for an off-campus retreat during the mid-semester break from Thursday to Saturday, Oct. 3-5. The deadline to apply is Monday, Sept. 30. Follow this link to apply. Chapel credit is offered for those who attend.

These retreats are thoughtfully designed for a small group of 10 to 12 students. While there, participants can expect to enter into a slower pace to engage in various spiritual practices that refresh their mind, body and spirit. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to create connections with fellow students and staff, fostering a sense of community and support.

You must fill out an application to express interest in attending. You will receive a confirmation email to let you know if you have been selected to attend, and then you’ll pay $20 to secure your spot. This money covers food, lodging and transportation.

You can email spirituallife@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Calling all student creators! Sign up to sell your goods or showcase your business at Bruinpalooza.

Bruinpalooza will take place on the quad Saturday, Oct. 12, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity to connect with alumni, fellow students and community members who will be on campus for the homecoming festivities.

We have five student vendor spots available. Register by Friday, Oct. 4, using this link.

Reach out to Britnee Ely in Alumni Relations at bely@georgefox.edu with questions.

Campus Public Safety would like to remind you that George Fox University is a tobacco-free and smoke-free campus.

The university prohibits smoking everywhere on campus, including parking lots. Cigarette trash creates more work for our groundskeepers, and it is a fire hazard.

Do you have yarn? Would you like to have yarn? The Needle Nerds group is hosting a yarn swap today (Wednesday) in Murdock Library from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

We would love to swap some yarns with you! No RSVP is required. Contact Sarah at lwillhite@georgefox.edu for more information.

A first-generation student (first-gen) is a student who does not have a parent or guardian that has completed a bachelor’s degree.

Join us tomorrow (Thursday) night at 6 p.m. in the Intercultural Resource Center to hear from first-gen student panelists as they share the wisdom that has helped them navigate college. The first 40 students to arrive will get Panda Express. See you there!

For more information, contact Jesse Cetz at jcetz@georgefox.edu.

Win free coffee at The Bridge Cafe! The Bon is getting social, and we want you to join the fun!

Just follow @BonAppetitGFU on Instagram to enter. We’ll be sharing helpful information, fun reels and all things delicious to keep you in the loop. Join us, and good luck!

The drawing is open to anyone in the George Fox community, including students, faculty and staff. Our first drawing is Oct. 4, so don’t miss out!

There’s still time to sign up for Miles for Meals! This wellness challenge starts Oct. 1, aiming to promote food security in our community while encouraging everyone to stay active.

We are challenging faculty and staff to collectively cover 5,000 miles over the first three weeks of October. You can participate as an individual or form a team of up to five members.

Consider donating food or money (see preferred donations here) to the Bruin Community Pantry. You’ll be contributing to a great cause that serves over 5,000 students and residents each year.

Providence has provided a simple tool to track your activities. You can do all forms of activity to go that extra mile.

Weekly prizes include two $50 Fred Meyer gift cards, and the team with the highest average mileage will win $150 Fred Meyer gift cards for each member.

When we reach our goal, local businesses will donate to the pantry, amplifying our impact!

Ready to join us? Click here to sign up! Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

Every other year, the Office of Student Life distributes a survey to assess athletic and recreational interest and participation. The purpose of the survey is to determine the extent to which the athletic and recreational interests and abilities of students at George Fox University are being met by the current recreational, intramural, club and intercollegiate athletic offerings.

Last week, you received an email from the Office of Student Life about completing this survey. If you have not completed it already, we encourage you to do so! Here is a link to the survey. It should require less than 10 minutes of your time.

The information, which is being requested from all students, will be used by the university for evaluation, research and planning purposes. Please note that all responses are strictly confidential. No personal identifying information is collected, and while we do ask for some demographic information, this information cannot be used to identify you.

Thanks for your participation in this survey and enjoy the rest of your semester!

Are you registered for a Juniors Abroad trip and wondering what your next step is? Make sure to come to our informational meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25, in Bauman Auditorium.

You will learn all about required paperwork, deadlines and waitlists. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions.

Can’t make the meeting? Email Wendi Upjohn-Hankel at wupjohn@georgefox.edu, David Martínez at dmartinez@georgefox.edu, or stop by the Center for Study Abroad.

Here are a few reminders about the revised curriculum proposal process:

• Any curricular change intended for the 2025-26 academic year must be initiated by Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. The initiate form simply asks proposers to answer five brief questions, which are then sent to their dean/program director for approval of the idea.
• After approval is given, the curriculum clerk (during the month of October) will work with the proposer to develop and finalize the full curriculum proposal document for review by their division curriculum committee based on the desired curriculum change.
• Complete proposals (for any curricular change) should be emailed to curriculum@georgefox.edu.
• Proposals will be considered by division curriculum committees in the order they are received starting in mid-September.

A link to the initiate form can be found here or on the Curriculum Council website.

Questions about the curriculum process can be emailed to curriculum@georgefox.edu.

The Friendsview garage sale is right around the corner!

Plan to come and browse through all of the merchandise we will bring out of storage. The basement will be overflowing with furniture, kitchen items, linens, decor, clothing, jewelry and more!

The garage sale will take place Friday, Oct. 4, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m, and Saturday, Oct. 5, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Everything will be half price or $3 per bag on Saturday. For George Fox students, everything will be half price all weekend.

For questions, contact Jere at jwithers@georgefox.edu.

The women of the George Fox community (staff, faculty and administrators, as well as female spouses) are invited to the Fall Ladies’ Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 3. Ruth Baker will be hosting this come-and-go event from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

A short devotional and prayer will be held at noon. Come and connect with other women in our community over a delicious meal. There is no cost to attend.

If you plan to attend, please RSVP using this link. We look forward to seeing you there!