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In an era of deep political division, heated rhetoric, and rising political violence, what does it mean to seek common ground? Join our Oregon House majority and minority leaders for a timely and essential conversation on the state of civility in politics on Tuesday, Oct 7, at 6:30 p.m. in Hoover 105.

The representatives will discuss their experiences, the challenges of legislating across the aisle, and whether a more respectful and productive political discourse is possible. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from key decision-makers about how we can navigate our differences and find a better path forward for Oregon.

Reach out to Ron Mock at rmock@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

This time of the semester can be difficult for students as the excitement of a new term is waning, exams and assignments pile up, and the demands of college take a toll on physical and mental health.

If you have concerns about a traditional undergraduate student, log into Fox360 (Fox360.georgefox.edu) to submit an “alert” for the student. Submit alerts for concerns in the following areas:

• Academic: Missing multiple classes; consistently poor academic performance
• Behavioral: Concerning or disruptive behaviors in or outside of class, frequent absence from scheduled work shifts
• Emotional: Mental health concerns (e.g., depression, anxiety); unusual emotional expression; suicidal ideation
• Physical: Medical concerns; extreme changes in grooming, personal care
• Social: Personal, social, or family concerns that are affecting well-being and performance

A few notes about alerts:

• If a student is enrolled in your course but hasn’t attended class or engaged in GFD online activity, submit an alert.
• Student employee supervisors and other non-faculty are invited to submit alerts for the reasons above.

The Student Support Network will assign a “case manager” to follow up with students. Case managers will do our best to give updates to faculty and employees who submit alerts or provide feedback. You are welcome to contact Jere Witherspoon at jwithers@georgefox.edu to inquire about the status of a student.

This Fox360 Quick Guide provides a visual overview of the Fox360 system; more details about using Fox360 are available in this Google Doc.

Concerns about graduate and AOD students should be communicated to department chairs.

If you have questions or would like more information regarding Fox360, contact Rick Muthiah at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu.

Department of Human Services representatives will be on-site at the Bruin Community Pantry to assist folks with signing up for food stamps (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits).

No appointment is required. The hours will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 9 and Thursday, Oct. 23. Stop by if you would like to speak with someone from DHS.

Please note: In the past, DHS did not show up due to a staffing issue. They did not notify us ahead of time. We apologize for this inconvenience.

For more information, please contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Sign up for a Bruin Community Pantry cooking class: Instant Ramen Kitchen (recipes that go beyond the packet). Here are the details:

• Date and time: Sunday, Oct. 19, from 3 to 5 p.m.
• Location: Bruin Community Pantry (Lewis Apartment 1)
• What we are cooking: Elevated ramen recipes. We will be making two recipes from this book: Instant Ramen Kitchen
• Class size: Eight participants (more classes to come). First come, first served.

All supplies will be provided free of charge. You will be contacted on Thursday, Oct. 16, to confirm your participation. If you are unable to attend after signing up for a spot, please contact Jere Witherspoon immediately so we can arrange for someone on the waitlist to attend.

To sign up or (if we are full) be put on the waiting list, please fill out this form. Please contact Jere Witherspoon (jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

Make your voice heard! George Fox University Engineering and Yamhill County Public Works are partnering to plan a future bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure improvement within Yamhill County, and we want to hear any challenges you experience as a cyclist or pedestrian using county-owned roadways.

Your feedback will help to inform and prioritize the county’s plan for improvements, so please take five minutes to fill out this interest form.

Are you interested in ham radio? Join the George Fox Ham Radio Club. If you don’t have your radio license, we can help you get started. We are planning some outdoor radio activities, including hiking, hidden transmitter hunts, and training on how to help with communications during an emergency. We would love to have you there!

If you are interested in learning more about getting an amateur (ham) radio license or you have any other questions, contact Justin Johnson at justinj@georgefox.edu.

Interested in participating in a study to examine the impact of weight loading on burning calories? Using weighted vests while walking or running, also known as rucking, has become a popular trend. We are conducting a research study to test the benefits of rucking and to understand how much weight needs to be used to significantly impact oxygen consumption and energy expenditure.

We are looking for non-athlete George Fox students who exercise regularly and are not frequent users of weighted vests. If you are interested, please fill out this form and contact one of the researchers listed.

Researchers:

• Kaylee Holstad (kholstad22@georgefox.edu)
• Emily DeLeon (edeleon21@georgefox.edu)

We are looking for participants ages 18 to 35 for our kinesiology senior research study! This study’s purpose is to research the effects of weighted vest training on recreational runners’ 5k performance.

If you would like a structured running program for the next 6 to 8 weeks, this study is for you. This is a great opportunity to challenge yourself, be part of new research for an increasingly popular training tool, and gain insight into your own running performance!

Please contact Abigail Todd at atodd22@georgefox.edu for more information.

Cinematic arts students are looking for people who would be willing to star in a student film for the location production class (CINE 485). Further details are included in this Google Doc. Thank you!

The George Fox theatre department invites you to see its fall 2025 production, Havurah, presented through the Big Bridge Theatre Consortium.

• Written by: Margot Connolly
• Directed by: Benjamin Tissell
• Synopsis: At Crosby College, a small liberal arts university, two student clubs strive for connection and comfort in difficult times. When a tragedy occurs in the local Jewish community, members of the Havurah club are left reeling. The Christian social justice club wants to help, but struggles to know how. Deeply relevant and strikingly realistic, Havurah depicts the complexities and possibilities of connecting with others in times of grief.
• Details: The show opens on Oct. 23 and closes on Nov. 2. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and weekend matinees start at 2 p.m. Reserve tickets here.