The Daily Bruin

George Fox alumnus Jonathan Cirualo will give a public lecture, “Nostalgia, the Early Church, and the Hope of Christian Unity,” at 7 p.m. tonight (Wednesday) in Hoover 105.

Cirualo serves as associate professor of systematic theology at the Catholic University of America. The lecture will explore what the study of patristics has to offer ecumenical efforts, woven together with reflections on Cirualo’s intellectual and spiritual journey.

Dear university users (students, faculty and staff),

This is an important security change from the George Fox University IT department. Our commitment to protecting your account and information is our top priority.

What is happening and why?

To align with industry security standards and defend against modern cyberattacks, we are removing SMS (text messages) and phone calls as multi-factor authentication (MFA) methods for all university systems in the near future.

• SMS is no longer safe: Industry security standards now consider SMS-based codes to be the weakest form of MFA. They are vulnerable to attacks like SIM swapping, phishing, and interception.
• The change: Once this change is in effect, you will no longer be able to use a text message code to log in to university systems such as Gmail, Canvas, and MyGeorgeFox. If you haven’t set up a new authentication method by then you will no longer be able to access your George Fox account.

Student employees: As we prepare for the upcoming tax seasons, 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: From the MyGeorgeFox homepage, go to the Profile tile and then click “Addresses”
• Go paperless (recommended!): Sign up for electronic W-2 delivery to get your form faster and more securely.
  • Where to go: From the MyGeorgeFox homepage, go to the Payroll tile and then click “W-2/W-2c Consent” (check the box to consent)

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

It’s finally here! The Rocktober Roundup is just a few short weeks away, on Friday, Oct. 24. Join us for a rocking good time of climbing, prizes, food, games, and caffeine! Our theme is “Cowboy Disco,” so dress up as one or the other, or both! This competition is open to all skill levels, whether you are just starting out or have been climbing for a while.

A $15 sign-up fee will get you a really cool Rocktober T-shirt, entrance into a raffle, and a chance to medal. You won’t want to miss this, so sign up today!

Email Nathanael Freeman at freemann@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Did you know that UREC offers personal fitness training? We have two great personal trainers who would love to work with you all. Click this link for more information.

The water will be shut off in Wheeler on Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. while repairs are being made in the building.

The Department of English and Languages formally invites you to join us Nov. 14-15 for this year’s Eclectic Texts Conference as we delve beneath the bonnet into the “Secret World of Jane Austen.”

We welcome paper and panel submissions from scholars, students, and Austen devotees of all disciplines and backgrounds as we celebrate Austen’s 250th birthday.  

In addition to a stimulating selection of panels (enriched by your presentation), this event will feature keynotes by outstanding scholars, an Austentatious Ball with prizes for the best regency era costumes (on Friday evening), and a world premiere theatrical production of scenes from Austen’s Juvenilia (on Saturday evening).   

Do us the honor of joining in the festivities:

• All proposals (scholarly or otherwise) should be directed to gfu-english@georgefox.edu by Oct. 15. Please include your CV, along with your proposal of no more than 250 words.
• Registration information for presenters and attendees will be forthcoming.

Want to work out but don’t have a plan? Hadlock’s new Workout of the Day (WOD) board can help!

Each weekday, you’ll find a new workout created by one of our certified personal trainers. It could be anything from a quick core finisher to an intense arm workout or a full-body burn. Come check it out!

¿Quieres hablar Español? The English Department welcomes you to La Sobremesa, a chance to casually practice Spanish with peers and faculty.

Join us every Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. in Armstrong House. All language levels are welcome.

We hope to see you there. Chau!

University Recreation offers personal training to members of the George Fox University community.

To learn more about scheduling time with one of our two personal trainers, visit this link.

Questions? Email Kelsey Cantrall at kcantrall@georgefox.edu.

The George Fox University Civility Project, along with United as Neighbors of Newberg and Dundee, invite you to join a conversation about how we should respond to political violence. This issue is even more urgent since the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the range of ways people have responded to that event.

At Community Conversations, you’ll get a chance to better understand the views of people who disagree with you while helping them understand your views and the reasons you hold them.

A good conversation can help everyone get a fuller, clearer picture of why people think the way they do, avoid misunderstanding, and heal polarized groups and communities. Come practice this Wednesday, Oct. 1, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

For more information about the Civility Project and its events, check out this website or contact Ron Mock at civility@georgefox.edu.

George Fox alumnus Jonathan Cirualo will give a public lecture, “Nostalgia, the Early Church, and the Hope of Christian Unity,” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1, in Hoover 105.

Cirualo serves as associate professor of systematic theology at the Catholic University of America. The lecture will explore what the study of patristics has to offer ecumenical efforts, woven together with reflections on Cirualo’s intellectual and spiritual journey.

You won’t want to miss chapel this morning! At the 10:50 a.m. gathering in the chapel, we will be hearing from Andy Crouch and celebrating his being awarded the annual Richard Foster Award for Spiritual Formation. All students and employees are welcome!

United as Neighbors of Newberg and Dundee and the George Fox University Civility Project invite you to join a conversation about how we should respond to political violence. This issue is even more urgent since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and the range of ways people have responded to that event.

At Community Conversations, you’ll get a chance to better understand the views of people who disagree with you, and at the same time help them understand your views and the reasons you hold them.

A good conversation can help everyone get a fuller, clearer picture of why people think the way they do, avoid misunderstanding, and heal polarized groups and communities. Come practice this on Wednesday, Oct. 1, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

For more information about the Civility Project and its events, check out the website or contact Ron Mock at civility@georgefox.edu.

Join us in the IRC at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 3, for our first Soul Food Friday of the year! We’ll be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with games, fun, and most importantly, food!

Please fill out this form to RSVP for the event. The deadline to RSVP is Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 1 p.m.

Reach out to Brendaly Anselmo at banselmoalvarado24@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Today (Thursday) is Student Appreciation Day at the Bruin Bookstore. We are offering a 25% discount on backpacks and drinkware, as well as a gift (while supplies last) on purchases over $75 for in-store shoppers only with a valid student ID. Some brand exclusions apply.

All customers are eligible for the 25% discounts (in-store and online). Please note that the Bruin Store has a limited selection of in-store backpacks.

It’s that time again! Come to Hadlock Student Center for our fall “Gearage Sale,” running today (Wednesday) through Friday during UREC hours.

We’ve got new and used gear for all your outdoor adventures, from climbing and fitness to camping and more. You’ll find everything you need to stock up for the season.

Half of all proceeds will go to our OREC scholarship program, which helps students access our incredible outdoor trips. So, snag some great gear and support a good cause all at the same time.

Feel free to contact Kelsey Cantrall with any questions at kcantrall@georgefox.edu.

All are welcome to attend distinguished historian and award-winning author Peter Boag’s discussion of his book project The Art of Mountaineering tomorrow (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105.

Through romantic images and captivating stories, Boag, professor of history at Washington State University, guides us on a journey back into the 19th century to learn about the central role that fine artists and popular illustrators of the Cascade Range played in promoting mountaineering, founding climbing organizations, supporting conservation efforts, and stimulating a fascination with the mountains of our region.

Contact Ryan Dearinger with any questions at rdearinger@georgefox.edu.

Please join us tonight (Monday) at 7 p.m. in the chapel for a special Evensong worship service.

The gathering will include worship led by the university’s choir and a homily by professor Jessica Hughes. For undergraduate students, the event will be worth two chapel credits.

Everyone is invited, so please join us!

Support the Bruin Community Pantry by donating items from their Amazon Wish List! The pantry is currently in need of several grocery items.

You can view the full wish list and contribute to the cause here. Every contribution helps the pantry continue to provide for the community. Thank you for your support!

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