The Daily Bruin

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.

The chapel is open for personal prayer and quiet reflection each week during the fall semester. You are invited to find a moment of peace in this sacred space during the following times:

• Mondays through Thursdays: noon to 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 6 p.m.
• Fridays: noon to 1:30 p.m.

These hours are made possible by our dedicated volunteer chapel hosts. To learn more about this sacred space, please visit the chapel webpage.

Northwest Christian Church is hosting its annual Shine event for people with disabilities this Friday, Sept. 19, from 6 to 9 p.m. Follow this link to learn more information about the variety of volunteer opportunities available.

This a chance to hang out, meet new people, and have lots of fun while brightening someone’s day.

Feel free to contact Atalia Fisher at afisher23@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The APA workshop is happening today (Wednesday) from 5 to 6 p.m. Learn the details of APA style, including formatting, citations, references, writing style, and more. Use this link to watch the livestream.

The history and politics and mathematics and data analytics departments invite you to a screening of the documentary film Counted Out tonight (Tuesday) from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 105.

The film explores the importance of numerical literacy in our data-driven world through personal stories and interviews with experts. Check out this trailer to learn more. It’s free to attend, but you need to reserve a seat by requesting a ticket here.

If you have questions, please reach out to Sarah Kerrigan at skerrigan@georgefox.edu or Aaron Stuvland at astuvland@georgefox.edu.

What are red flags in relationships? How do you know what healthy boundaries feel like? How can you be both safe and vulnerable with your partner?

Come learn the answer to these questions and more today (Tuesday) from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Hoover 207 at our first Quake event with speaker and counselor Katie Wise. Both students and staff are welcome, and the presentation is relevant regardless of your current relationship status.

Contact Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Campus Public Safety (CPS) has received several reports of stolen e-scooters, bikes and other personal property since the beginning of the school year. We strongly urge all community members to take proactive steps to secure their belongings and lock their vehicles (and in the case of bikes and scooters, lock them to bike racks).

Thefts are often crimes of opportunity. By using a high-quality lock and parking your scooter in a well-lit, visible area, you can deter theft.

To minimize the risk, we strongly recommend taking the following precautions:

• Invest in a high-quality lock: Use a hardened steel U-lock, which is significantly more difficult to cut or break than a cable lock.
• Park in designated, well-lit areas: Always lock your scooter or bike to an immovable rack in a visible, high-traffic location.
• Never leave valuables unsecured or unattended in campus buildings. Always lock your doors and windows when leaving a room.
• Report suspicious activity: If you see something, say something. Report any suspicious behavior to CPS immediately at 503-554-2090.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our campus safe (and ensuring that you find your belongings where you left them).

Join author and teaching pastor Tony Scarcello for a creative writing workshop tonight (Monday) from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Ross 208. Explore the art of storytelling in this hands-on workshop designed for creatives of all kinds. There is no cost to attend.

Whether you’re an aspiring author, a pastor shaping sermons, a songwriter crafting lyrics, or simply looking to grow as a writer, you’ll gain tools to strengthen your voice and refine your process.

Contact Aaron Barnhart at abarnhart@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join author and teaching pastor Tony Scarcello for a creative writing workshop this Monday, Sept. 15, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Explore the art of storytelling in this hands-on workshop designed for creatives of all kinds.

Whether you’re an aspiring author, a pastor shaping sermons, a songwriter crafting lyrics, or simply looking to grow as a writer, you’ll gain tools to strengthen your voice and refine your process.

Juggling classes, work, and life? The Virtual Learning Center (VLC) brings academic support directly to you, wherever you are! Get online assistance (on Zoom or asynchronous) with our convenient writing consultations and empowering academic coaching sessions. Access the help you need to excel, all from the comfort of your own space.

To make an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas dashboard, choose the Virtual Learning Center, and find a time that works best for you.

If you have any questions, please email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu or vlc@georgefox.edu.

Now is a great time to get deals on apples and pears, as well as other fresh produce. As you are shopping around the farmland in our area, please consider donating a bag of apples, pears, potatoes, or any kind of produce to the Bruin Community Pantry.

You can drop off your donations during the pantry’s hours of operation:

• Mondays – 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Tuesdays – 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Wednesdays – 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Thursdays – 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Fridays – 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Please contact Jere Witherspoon if you have any questions at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Here is a review of Bruin Bookstore hours for Sept. 15-28:

• Monday, Sept. 15 through Thursday, Sept. 18: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 19: Closed
• Saturday, Sept. 20: 12:30 to 3 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 20: Closed
• Monday, Sept. 22 through Thursday, Sept. 25: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 26 through Sunday, Sept. 28: Closed

The Hadlock Student Center will have modified hours for Serve Day tomorrow (Wednesday). The building will be open in the morning from 6 to 8 a.m. and will reopen in the afternoon from 4 to 11 p.m.

The Office of Inclusive Excellence will be hosting monthly gatherings called Quake, inspired by the historic Quaker commitment to peace and justice interpersonally and on a societal level. These gatherings are designed to aid students and staff to be God’s agents of peace, to work for justice, and to demonstrate Christ’s love to a broken world.

We’re inviting students, faculty and staff to join us on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at 3:30 p.m. in Hoover 207 for a free talk with counselor, speaker and George Fox graduate, Katie Wise.

Katie will share about the markers of healthy and unhealthy relationships, how to establish healthy boundaries, how to say “no,” and she’ll also talk about how to be vulnerable and how to name your own needs in a relationship.

Whether you’re dating, single, searching, or married, this discussion will help you level up and show up with confidence, knowing how to better honor yourself and others.

Feel free to contact Crystal McGowen with any questions at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu.