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The Food Recovery Network is the largest student-led movement against hunger and climate change in the country, supporting a network of 200-plus student chapters on college and university campuses across the U.S.

Student leaders in the Food Recovery Network contribute to the food waste elimination movement by recovering surplus food from their dining halls and other food venues, advocating for a more sustainable and equitable food system, and engaging meaningfully within their communities.

Together, we can not only find ways to recover surplus food, but also to learn about the environmental impacts of food waste and its contribution to climate change, and to develop the skills to lead efforts to address the causes and challenges of food waste.

If you want to learn more about starting a Food Recovery Network chapter at George Fox, you are invited to come to a meeting on Friday, Oct. 30, from 11 a.m. to noon at the Bruin Community Pantry. Lunch will be provided.

Questions? Email Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

We live in an active seismic zone. October is Emergency Preparedness Month, and during this time we practice the proper response to ensure that when a real earthquake strikes, our immediate instinct is to protect ourselves and effectively prevent injury.

So this year get ready to drop, cover, and hold on during the Great ShakeOut!

How to participate:

At 10:15 a.m. this morning, stop what you are doing and get under a table or desk. Cover your head with your arms or hands. If you are in the quad, move away from buildings toward the center of the quad. If you are in a lab, turn off the gas and get down.

Think and practice what you would need to do if we were to experience an earthquake for one minute. These steps increase your chances of surviving if a real earthquake strikes.

If you have questions on how to participate in the Great Shakeout, reach out to Kim Knoernschild at kknoernschild@georgefox.edu.

The Hadlock Student Center will be open tomorrow (Friday) from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., followed by our regular weekend hours of 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and noon to 10 p.m. on Sunday.

Contact Kelsey Cantrall at kcantrall@georgefox.edu with any questions. 

Looking for a bite to eat over mid-semester break? Get your Chipotle fix and support George Fox theatre students all at once!

Alpha Psi Omega, the university’s theatre honor society, is fundraising for scholarships to support students who want to attend the American College Theatre Festival.

Order Chipotle for pickup this Saturday, Oct. 17, from 4 to 8 p.m., using the code WBCJ43K. You can also order in-store at the Newberg Chipotle (3105 E. Portland Road) and let the cashier know you’re supporting George Fox Alpha Psi Omega with your order.

Thank you for your contributions! Contact Ellie Heerwagen at eheerwagen22@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Bon Appetit will have adjusted hours in its retail locations and for breakfast tomorrow (Friday) for mid-semester break.

• Breakfast in Canyon Commons (Friday): Open at 8 a.m. (All other times over the weekend will remain the same.)
• Bridge Cafe: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Maker’s Market: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

All hours are posted at the cashier stands and on Bon Appetit’s website. Have a good fall break!

October is National Retirement Security Month, and we want to ensure our George Fox faculty and staff feel equipped and confident about their financial future. Whether you are years away from retirement or approaching it soon, having a clear strategy keeps you grounded in your long-term goals.

We invite you to explore the dedicated tools and planning resources provided through Nationwide this month to help secure a strong financial foundation for you and your loved ones.

Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu for more information.

The Community Life Fund is now accepting requests! You can access the request form and additional information on the George Fox University website under the Student Life Advisory Council page, or directly via the Community Life Fund Request Form.

If you have any questions, please contact the Community Life Fund at clf@georgefox.edu or David Johnstone at djohnstone@georgefox.edu.

Want to be a part of our upcoming events and get early access to the action? Sign up for our upcoming events and secure your spot.

You spoke up and we listened. Last year the No. 1-requested event by the student body was Speed Dating. We are here to make it happen for you. Sign up here to be a part of this first-time event, set for Friday, Oct. 23. Space will be limited and will be first come, first served.

Ever wanted to watch a movie and be part of the action? Join us for our 4D Dinner Experience on Friday, Nov. 6, in Canyon Commons. Enjoy food from the movie and an immersive experience. There are only eight tables left. Seats will be limited, as this event includes a full dinner. Sign up here to reserve your seats.

Finally, in a few weeks we have our annual Fox Got Talent on Thursday, Nov. 12! Want to compete to win the ultimate prize of $500 and show off your talent? Click here to audition! 

Coming up:

• Speed Dating: Friday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. in Klages
• Haunted House: Friday, Oct. 30, at 7 p.m. in HMS
• 4D Dinner: Friday, Nov. 6, at 8 p.m. in Canyon Commons

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions!

Did you know that simply clicking “Shut Down” or closing your laptop lid doesn’t install vital background updates? To keep your machine running quickly and securely, it needs a true Restart.

A proper restart applies pending security patches, clears system memory, and fixes minor glitches that build up over the week.

Your Action Item: Please restart your computer once a week (Friday afternoons are a great time to build the habit!).

• First: Save your work!
• Windows: Start menu > Power icon > Restart
• Mac: Apple icon > Restart

Need help? Contact servicedesk@georgefox.edu. Thank you for helping keep our campus secure!

Anchor your budget this semester by taking advantage of exclusive Bruin Discounts. Staying rooted in smart stewardship helps you stay resilient against inflation, offering savings on local dining, services and entertainment right here in our community.

To learn more about your perks, go to the Wellness webpage.

Join Jason Fileta and Kara Martin on Tuesday, Oct. 27, for a conversation about how Christians can uphold their theological convictions while embracing human rights, dignity and justice for LGBTQ+ neighbors.

Through Christian perspectives on faith, hospitality and human rights, the presenters will explore ways to foster compassionate and respectful engagement across differing theological perspectives.

This event will be held in Stevens 209 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu for more information.

Join the biology and biochemistry program for the 15th Annual Dalton Lecture featuring Dr. Robert D. Sluka, lead scientist of the A Rocha Marine Conservation Program. He’ll present a lecture, titled “Creatureliness and Marine Conservation: Is a Manatee Really My Neighbor?,” on Thursday, Oct. 22, at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

Dr. Sluka will share about how acknowledging ourselves as fellow creatures can transform our approach to ocean conservation. Admission is free, and the event is open to the public.

There will be an earlier bonus afternoon lecture at 3 p.m. on “Hope for the Ocean,” also in Bauman. Chapel credit will be given for the evening lecture.

Contact Amanda Harris at amandah@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Are you an engineering major interested in studying abroad in Uzbekistan or Valencia, Spain?

Come to our Engineering Abroad info night tonight (Wednesday) in Hoover 102, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. There will be pizza, so make sure to bring an engineering friend! We’re excited to see you there.

Contact Joy Clark at jclark25@georgefox.edu for more information.

You’re invited to attend the Multiplication Conference: Multiplying Leaders to Multiply Disciples, happening on the university’s Newberg campus Tuesday, Oct. 27, through Thursday, Oct. 29. Get ready to explore God’s call, grow as a leader, and discover practical next steps for making disciples wherever he sends you.

Registration grants access to the in-person conference as well as online resources, including the online conference a few weeks later. This is a great way to engage on an international level with people from North America, Latin America, Africa, Europe and Asia.

George Fox and Portland Seminary students can attend for free! Register here using discount code GFSTUDENT26 to receive 100% off your registration. For students who are not on a meal plan, please use the following code, which will cover the cost of the conference but not meals: GFMEALSONLY.

Registration is also free for George Fox employees! Register here using discount code GFUSTAFF to receive 100% off your registration.

Come ready to be challenged, encouraged and equipped to take your next step! Contact Jonelle Retsema at jretsema@georgefox.edu with any questions.  

Tomorrow (Thursday) and Friday, Oct. 16, Bon Appétit and George Fox University will be installing a new dish machine. We will be serving all food on paper dishware until the installation is complete.

We will not be able to hand out new green containers while the dish machine is being installed; you may still return them for a carabiner during this time.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while this work is underway. Thank you for bearing with us during this temporary inconvenience! 

Contact Katie Anderson at andersonk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join the Social Work Club this Monday, Oct. 19, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 203 for a fun and relaxing fall evening of pumpkin painting. All the supplies will be provided, along with fun snacks like caramel apple slices and apple cider!

This is a great opportunity to take a break from studying, connect with other students, and enjoy yummy fall treats. Everyone is welcome, so bring your friends along with you.

Contact Lilly Aime at laime24@georgefox.edu with questions.

All are welcome to join in a time of Quaker open worship in the chapel today (Wednesday) at 11 a.m. This will be a quiet time of attending to Christ’s presence with and within us.

Alternative chapel credit is available. Afterwards, a page of The Saint John’s Bible will be turned for those who are interested.

Questions? Contact Jay Miller at jaym@georgefox.edu. 

Calling all basketball players, male and female! The George Fox women’s program is in need of practice players. If you are up for taking the court during our practices, reach out to Michael Roberts at michaelr@georgefox.edu.

We are in need of players between now through the end of February. Practices are from 5 to 6:30 p.m. three days a week in the Wheeler Sports Center.

Jason Brummit, Nathan Slegers, and the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement Committee invite you to join them for the Fall Faculty Lecture on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 6 p.m. in the Art & Cinematic Arts Building’s Cinema Screening Room 105.

Dr. Joel Mayward, PhD, associate professor of humanities and cinematic arts, and winner of the 2025-26 Faculty Achievement Award for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship, is the featured faculty speaker. He will share on the topic “Breaking Silos, Building Bridges: The Value of Interdisciplinary Scholarship.”

Synopsis: What do theology, philosophy, movies, pop music, poetry, television, Quaker spirituality, Latino/a culture, youth ministry, sexuality, church leadership, and diversity all have in common? They’re all topics Mayward has published or presented on as part of his ongoing academic research.

He will share about his interdisciplinary approach to scholarship, as well as his vocational journey from youth pastor to theologian and film scholar. The event is also a celebratory book launch of his latest publication, Religious Cinema for Non-Believers: Film Criticism as Spiritual Practice (Cascade Books, 2026). We’ll be giving away copies of the book in a raffle, and you can also purchase the book for a discount.

The university and surrounding community are invited, and refreshments will be provided. We hope you are able to support Joel by attending.

Contact Sarah Taylor at taylors@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Make tracking your workload easier with BetterCampus (previously BetterCanvas) – a free Chrome browser extension. It gives you dark mode, customized grade and to-do lists on your dashboard, and visual task progress bars.

Search “BetterCampus” in the Chrome Web Store or follow this link to install it in seconds!

Quick Tip: If Canvas ever acts up during an assignment upload, just temporarily toggle the extension off.

Contact Jordan West, learning support services success specialist, with feedback or questions at jwest@georgefox.edu.