The Daily Bruin

At George Fox, our cafés are more than just places to grab a bite. They’re vital spaces where we come together to connect, collaborate and recharge.

We believe that a thriving café experience plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and productive work environment. To ensure our cafés continue to meet your needs and exceed your expectations, we’re inviting you to share your valuable feedback through this short survey.

Your input will directly influence how we plan and create a café experience that is truly customized for the George Fox community.

All responses will be kept completely anonymous. Your honest feedback is invaluable to us. Thank you in advance for your time and participation!

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

Join us in the Miller Gymnasium on Friday, Oct. 16, at 7 p.m. for an exciting night of volleyball, fun and team spirit.

Bring your kids out to cheer the Bruins on and experience the game with us. It’s Volleyball Youth Night, so kids and the parents who bring them get in free.

Grab your family, wear your favorite Bruins volleyball gear, and come support the George Fox volleyball team!

Contact Gracie Bearden at gbearden23@georgefox.edu with any questions. 

All are welcome to join the Quaker worship group in the chapel today (Wednesday) from 11 to 11:30 a.m. This will be a quiet time of waiting and communion with Christ inwardly. Afterwards, a page of The Saint John’s Bible will be turned for those who are interested.

Alternative chapel credit is available.

Contact Jay Miller at jaym@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Looking to move more, de-stress, or re-energize during the week? Join us in Hadlock for one of our employee-friendly group fitness classes!

• Mondays and Wednesdays, Noon to 12:30 p.m.
  • Functional Fitness: A fast-paced circuit or HIIT workout designed to build strength and stamina (employees only)
• Tuesdays, Noon to 1 p.m.
  • Lunchtime Yoga: Unplug and stretch out mid-day with a refreshing flow
• Thursdays, 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
  • Dance Fitness: A high-energy, Zumba-inspired workout with nonstop movement, simple routines, and zero downtime for learning choreography (employees only)

All fitness levels are welcome! Modifications are offered in every class so you can go at your own pace.

Register for classes here. Contact Kelsey Cantrall at kcantrall@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Stay grounded through life’s legal milestones without added stress. Access free legal templates, document creation tools, and legal consultation services offered through our employee assistance package.

To learn more, go to the Wellness webpage.

Don’t miss your chance to hear from all six candidates vying for the three contested positions on the Newberg City Council in this fall’s election. Everyone is invited to the Newberg Candidate Forum, held in Bauman Auditorium this Monday, Oct. 12, from 6 to 7:45 p.m. 

Mayor Bill Rosacker is running for re-election against current city councilor Elise Yarnell Hollamon. They will be joined at the forum by four candidates for two city council seats. Incumbent Robyn Wheatley faces challenger Larry Hampton, while Britta Mansfield faces Leisha Adams for an open seat.

All six candidates will get opportunities to make brief statements and answer questions crafted by the forum organizers.

If you are registered to vote in Newberg, this is a crucial opportunity to be an informed voter. You are also welcome to come if you are curious about what issues face our host city, and what ideas candidates are bringing to address them.

The forum is hosted by three co-sponsors: the Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Newberg City Club, and George Fox University.

For more information, contact Professor Emeritus of Politics Ron Mock at rmock@georgefox.edu.

We are excited to welcome George Fox families, alumni and our campus community to the Newberg campus this coming weekend, Oct. 9-11, for George Fox Homecoming and Family Weekend.

Thank you for putting on your best George Fox welcome and helping families navigate campus as needed. We want to provide the most hospitable and fun experience possible for our visitors!

Also, remember to take great care in encouraging those students who may not have a family member who can attend.

If you missed a chance to register but would like to join us, we invite you to register in person on the first floor of the Stevens Center on Friday, Oct. 9, between 3 and 6 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 10, between 9 and 11 a.m.

To register in person or view the schedule, click here. Questions? Email parents@georgefox.edu or alumni@georgefox.edu.

Are your undergraduate students considering a meaningful career in healthcare or exploring graduate school options? Encourage them to attend our upcoming Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) info meeting!

The session will meet from 10 a.m. to noon this Saturday, Oct. 10, in Roberts 203. Students can register online here.

Occupational therapy empowers individuals to lead fulfilling, independent lives through engagement in everyday activities. This session offers valuable insights into our program structure, hands-on practicum experiences, and the admissions pathway.

Questions? Contact us at ot@georgefox.edu.

The Department of English and Languages invites you to its third annual Eclectic Texts Conference, themed “Unmasked: Superheroes, Supervillains, and the Fight for Hope!”

The conference will take place Nov. 20-21, and we will be accepting proposals for papers until Oct. 19. Registration for the conference is now open, with early registration from now until Oct. 21. For the early-bird discount, use code SUPERearly for $5 off registration!

Contact the ETC team for more information at gfu-english@georgefox.edu. Registration is available here, and you can learn more at the ETC website.

Employees, as we prepare for the upcoming tax season, complete these steps to ensure you get your W-2 form quickly.

• Verify Your Address: Check that your mailing address is current in MyGeorgeFox for accurate year-end reporting.
  Where to Go: Visit the MyGeorgeFox homepage, click “Profile” tile and then “Addresses”
• Go Paperless (recommended!): Sign up for electronic W-2 delivery to get your form faster and more securely.
  Where to Go: Visit the MyGeorgeFox homepage, click “Payroll” tile, and then “W-2/W-2c Consent” (check the box to consent)

Need help? Contact the payroll team at payroll@georgefox.edu.

¡Vamos al club de lectura! We’re offering a new book club to all! Come learn some Spanish through reading a novel with your peers! All are welcome.

We meet each Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Armstrong House. Contact Ryan Riggs at rriggs22@georgefox.edu with any questions.

See you there!

In light of the national news regarding unfortunate incidents at Cornell University, we want to remind you that George Fox cares about your safety and is here to offer care and resources.

Should you experience or witness sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual violence, stalking, or any kind of sexual discrimination, the Title IX office is here to help. We understand the news is alarming and are here to answer any questions about George Fox resources or policies, and to offer our utmost support.

The best thing you can do is talk to someone. Here is a list of campus resources that are here to assist:

• Confidential Advocate: A 100% confidential resource to help you determine what your options are
• SPIL: The Office for Spiritual Life offers confidential spiritual mentoring and guidance. 
• HCC: The Health and Counseling Center is available by appointment.
• Title IX Care Team: Find a list of safe faculty and staff on the George Fox website.
• Campus Safety: In any kind of emergency, call 503-554-2090.

Your safety matters, and the Title IX office is here to help you stay informed, feel safe, and connect with appropriate care.

Questions? Contact Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu. 

Our main physical therapist at the George Fox Physical Therapy Community Clinic will soon be going on maternity leave. However, during this time, we are pleased to welcome another physical therapist who will be providing part-time coverage on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning in early November. If you are in need of physical therapy, please take advantage!

We also have a new faculty member and PT, Dr. Ashlee Baltich, who specializes in pelvic floor and women’s health, including low back, hip, and pelvic conditions. She is currently looking for a few patients over the course of the year and will be providing pro bono care.

We look forward to continuing to serve our community and provide quality physical therapy care to any and all who need it!

If you are interested in scheduling an appointment or have questions, please contact the clinic at 503-554-2479 or physicaltherapy@georgefox.edu.

Know of any great George Fox-related stories? Students making a difference in their communities? An inspiring account of someone who has overcome obstacles or has had an amazing faith journey? A professor who exemplifies the Be Known promise?

If so, we in marketing communications want to hear about it! Please complete this form with the name of the person you wish to highlight, their contact info (if possible), and a few details about what makes their story compelling. We’ll take it from there!

Some folks may be featured in our blog and/or on our website. Still others may be featured in a video or in our university magazine. In short, we’re looking for stories that communicate why George Fox is such a special place.

Thanks for taking the time to share these stories with us!

People from across the political spectrum describe themselves as patriotic. But they often have trouble seeing each other as patriotic. Come to a Community Conversation in Canyon Commons at 7 p.m. tonight (Wednesday) to get a chance to listen to – and talk to – people who think of patriotism differently.

Clarify where we all agree and where we disagree, and why. Come away better able to recognize when others are being patriotic, better able to join with others in love for our country, and better able to fairly and accurately articulate the differences among us – and in the process make our community healthier and our democracy stronger and more creative.

For more information, contact Ron Mock at civility@georgefox.edu.

The Morse lot has been completed and is officially open! All students with a Morse permit are now required to park in the Morse parking lot.

Going forward, vehicles with a Morse parking permit are required to park in the Morse lot during school hours. Street parking and parking at 310 Villa are not permitted.

Any vehicles found parking on the main campus or on the street with a Morse permit will be issued citations starting Monday, Oct. 5.

The entrance is off of Villa Road, with a second entrance/exit at Fulton Street to be opened soon.

For more information, please contact Campus Public Safety at campussafety@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2090.

Leave a lasting legacy and protect those you love most. Access professional estate guidance tools to prepare wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents with confidence.

To learn more, visit the university’s Wellness webpage.

Looking to protect your assets, minimize estate taxes, and ensure your loved ones are taken care of? Join us for a free estate planning seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 3 to 5 p.m. in Roberts Center 170, presented as a community service by attorney Stephen C. Palmer.

Following enthusiastic feedback from our spring event, this popular presentation returns to cover essential topics like wills, living trusts, probate, guardianship, and inheritance tax. The seminar is open to all George Fox employees, their family members, and the surrounding community.

Refreshments will be served, and space is limited to 75 attendees, so please arrive early to get a seat. Feel free to invite colleagues and family.

All attendees must register here. University staff and faculty who register here and attend will automatically be entered into a drawing to win a $250 gift card!

Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

Attention writers! The Wineskin is now taking submissions for its weekly blog.

If you enjoy writing things like poetry, media reviews, or short form fiction and nonfiction, then this is the opportunity for you. Each week, up to three submissions can be selected for publication in the blog section of our website.

The submission deadline will be Wednesday of each week, and the writing selections will be uploaded by the end of the day on Monday each following week.

Click here to submit your work. We would love to see your writing!

Note: Submissions and selections for The Wineskin’s blog are not equivalent to submissions and selections for the hard copy journal published at the conclusion of the academic year. There will be an individual submission form opening for this in the latter half of the academic year.

Questions? Contact Isa Motz at imotz23@georgefox.edu. 

Please be aware that the official business mileage reimbursement rate for 2026 has been updated to 76 cents per mile ($0.76/mile).

Please ensure you use this updated rate when calculating mileage on all expense reimbursement forms moving forward.

Questions? Please reach out to AccountsPayable@georgefox.edu.