The Daily Bruin

What does it mean to be human? This year’s Dalton Lecture explores the question from both scientific and biblical perspectives, with an emphasis on awe. The lecture will identify shared values in both the scientific and spiritual approaches to exploring human distinctiveness.

Join us tonight (Thursday) at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium for the lecture, “Stardust & Wonder,” with Dr. Praveen Sethupathy, chair of the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Cornell University.

Dr. Sethupathy will include concepts from science and genomics that invite the audience to marvel at who we are and how it relates to our calling as image bearers of God.

The public is welcome, and admission is free. A George Fox Student Research Symposium and cookie reception will follow. Spiritual life credit is available to students who attend.

There will be an additional science lecture on pediatric cancer from Dr. Sethupathy this afternoon at 3 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

You can read more about the Dalton Lecture Series here.

Please reach out to Amanda Sue Harris at amandah@georgefox.edu with any questions.

We were extremely blessed to have so many students and community members join us for prayer last Friday in the library. We were so impressed that we’re doing it again!

If you’re looking to gather to intercede on behalf of our campus, city, and each other, then please join us. Our next gathering will be this Friday, March 15, at 11 a.m. on the first floor of the library. All are welcome!

Please contact Louis Klauder at tklauder21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Embrace the season of renewal with the Wellness Committee’s March newsletter! Dive into a holistic approach to refresh your life. The piece features articles, videos and upcoming events that cater to spiritual, emotional, physical, social and financial well-being.

Join the Wellness Committee as we navigate through the meaningful season of Lent, preparing our hearts for the hope and renewal that Easter brings. Let this newsletter be your guide to a revitalized and balanced life! You can read it here.

Questions? Feel free to reach out to Ruth Munoz Travis at rmunoz@georgefox.edu.

Apartheid in South Africa officially ended 30 years ago, leaving the country with questions about how to replace violence and stark injustice with a functioning democracy, inclusive of all the nation’s citizens.

South Africans turned to a new idea, utilizing truth and reconciliation commissions to expose the reality of apartheid while offering amnesty from prosecution or retaliation to those who told the truth about what they did. This approach was celebrated as a new and better way to deal with injustice and the stark social, political, and economic polarization it created.

Has it worked as hoped? Former George Fox professor Dr. Gina Johnson will help us answer that question. Come to Hoover 105 on Monday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. to hear her presentation. The event will be video recorded.

Questions? Please reach out to Ron Mock at rmock@georgefox.edu.

This year, the university’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program will be traveling to Uganda to serve communities in need. Swing by the Newberg MOD Pizza today (Wednesday) and buy dinner to support the trip.

This fundraiser only applies to the Newberg location; 25% of proceeds will go to our trip! Order online using code MODGIVES25 or tell the cashier you are there to support George Fox DPT if you visit in person.

This is our last restaurant fundraiser of the year. You don’t want to miss it!

Feel free to reach out to Karlie Stewart at kstewart19@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

After 10 years of faithful service to George Fox, Professor of Communication and Director of the School of Communication and Design, Steve Classen, will be retiring this spring.

To honor his time at the university, there will be an open house in Lemmons 9 on Wednesday, April 17, from 3:30 to 5 p.m., with a short program taking place at 4 p.m. There will be food and drinks, as well as cards available to sign.

For further information, please reach out to Penny Martin at pmartin@georgefox.edu.

We wanted to let you all know about an amazing opportunity to hear about the experience of being an author and a person of faith in today’s publishing industry.

Join us today (Wednesday) at 3 p.m. in Minthorn 200 to hear from former George Fox professor Guadalupe Garcia McCall. Come participate in this event promoting understanding and excellence in the writing field while staying true to faith. We can’t wait to see you there!

Feel free to reach out to Susana Barnreuther at sbarnreuther@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The Bruin Community Pantry will be closed for spring break, Monday, March 25 through Friday, March 29. Please plan and stock up on items by Friday, March 22.

If you have any questions, please email bruincommunitypantry@georgefox.edu

In celebration of George Fox’s 400th birthday, Paul Anderson will be kicking off the “George Fox at 400” lecture series for the Woodbrooke Quaker Study Centre in England tomorrow (Wednesday) at noon. This virtual session will consider Fox from an evangelical Quaker perspective.

Register for the Zoom session here.

If you have any questions, reach out to Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu.

Come join us for Quaker Worship tomorrow (Wednesday) from 11 to 11:30 a.m. in Hoover 250 for a time of quiet waiting on the Lord. Jay Miller will be hosting. SpiL credit will be offered.

Feel free to reach out to Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Celebrate Pi Day with the math department on Thursday, March 14, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in front of Klages. Calculate pi and eat pie!

Participation in a pi calculating activity is required to receive pie.

Questions? Please feel free to reach out to Amanda Sue Harris at amandah@georgefox.edu.

This year, the university’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program will be traveling to Uganda to serve communities in need. Swing by the Newberg MOD Pizza tomorrow (Wednesday) and buy dinner to support the trip.

This fundraiser only applies to the Newberg location; 25% of proceeds will go to our trip! Order online using code MODGIVES25 or tell the cashier you are there to support George Fox DPT if you visit in person.

This is our last restaurant fundraiser of the year. You don’t want to miss it!

Feel free to reach out to Karlie Stewart at kstewart19@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Mail Services requires that all outgoing department mail and packages must be accompanied with the department’s chart of accounts string (Example: 54610 – 10000 – ##### – UG### – NBG).

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Richard Silver at rsilver@georgefox.edu.

Get your tickets for this year’s luau and take a flight with us to Hawaii!

The Hawaii Club is hosting our annual luau tomorrow (Tuesday) from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101. We will have delicious luau food, hula performances, live music from your very own George Fox staff and students, raffles, and games! Come join us to feel the aloha and get a glimpse of the Hawaii culture.

Ticket prices are:

• One meal swipe for students with meal plan
• $5 for students without the meal plan
• $10 for George Fox faculty and staff
• $15 for non-George Fox community members

Tickets will be sold until the start of luau. Please contact Morgan Joy Igaya at migaya21@georgefox.edu with any questions or to purchase tickets.

In celebration of Women’s History Month (March), the Intercultural Resource Center has compiled recommendations for engagement. Check them out here.

This resource lists groups here on campus to join, events here at George Fox to take part in, a playlist to listen to, movies to watch – and more. Be sure to check it out as you engage and celebrate this month!

Happy Women’s History Month, George Fox!

PS: As always, please let us know what we’re missing! You can submit recommendations for this month (or other months) here.

The university’s performing arts department will present our spring musical, Bright Star, in Wood-Mar Auditorium this week. Here are our showtimes:

• Thursday-Saturday, March 14-16, at 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday, March 17, at 2 p.m.

For a synopsis of the play, visit the theatre website. Students and staff are entitled to claim one free ticket for themselves by visiting our website at georgefox.edu/box-office. Student tickets are free for Thursday night; staff tickets are free for any night.

When selecting your complimentary tickets, please do so using your own George Fox email address, and please note that each person is instructed to claim only their own seat.

Open captioning will be offered during the Thursday performance.

If you have any questions, contact Kathy Harris at kharris@georgefox.edu.

Providence Health Plan members: Don’t forget to mark your calendars and join us tomorrow (Tuesday) for another Tuesday Health Talk live virtual session at noon.

In this session, we’ll learn more about Providence Express care, what conditions Express Care can treat, how to utilize the service, and how much a visit will cost. See you there!

To learn more and find out how to join the session, see this document.

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

Starting Monday, March 18, the Open Study Table will have a few new hours and another location. The following is the new schedule with times and room locations for that week (March 18-21):

• Monday: 3-5 p.m. in Hoover 105
• Tuesday: 7-10 p.m. in Roberts Center (RC) 117
• Wednesday: 7-10 p.m. in RC 117
• Thursday: 3-5 p.m. in Hoover 105

There will be no Open Study Table during spring break or finals week. If you have any questions, please email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.

The Undiscovered C.S. Conference happening Sept. 5-8 is still accepting proposals for short papers! Paper topics, guidelines and submission details can be found on The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference website. The deadline for proposal submissions is March 31.

Questions or inquiries prior to submission may be directed to Dr. Jason Lepojärvi at jlepojarvi@georgefox.edu.

If you are not interested in submitting a paper proposal but would like to attend the conference, register on the website linked above. Registration is free for George Fox students and employees!

With the arrival of Daylight Saving Time, be aware that, each year, the time change causes numerous injuries. Most individuals get about 40 minutes to one hour less sleep during the first several days of the change. This raises the probability of a workplace injury for three out of 100 individuals. Here are some tips to make the transition a little easier.

Daylight Saving Time is also a good time to check smoke or carbon monoxide detectors. Remember to inspect and restock your first aid kit at home or in your vehicle.

If you have any questions, contact Kim Knoernschild, our environmental health and safety specialist, at kknoernschild@georgefox.edu.