Sign up for SpiL’s mid-semester break retreat: ‘Away with God’

Thursday, September 4th, 2025

You are invited to join us for an off-campus retreat during the mid-semester break, Thursday, Oct. 9, through Saturday, Oct. 11.

These retreats are thoughtfully designed for a small group of 10-12 students and take place off campus. During the retreat, participants can expect to enter into a slower pace to engage in various spiritual practices that refresh their mind, body and spirit. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to create connections with fellow students and staff, fostering a sense of community and support.

You must fill out this application to express interest in attending. You will receive a confirmation email to let you know you’ve been selected to attend, and then you will secure your spot with a $20 deposit. The $20 covers food, lodging and transportation. Sign-ups are open until Sept. 25 or until all spots are filled.

Contact spirituallife@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Earn a gift card showcasing your dorm room on campus tours

Thursday, September 4th, 2025

The admissions office is looking for volunteers who are willing to have their room shown during campus tours! Tours begin as early as Friday, Sept. 12, and run through Friday, Dec. 12.

If you and your roommate want to give prospective students a glimpse of life on campus, fill out this Google Form (more details on the form)! You will receive a gift card for volunteering. Preference will be given to first-floor residents.

If you have questions, email Miranda at mdavidson@georegfox.edu.

Don’t miss this year’s Resonate conference: ‘Christian Wisdom in a Technological World’

Thursday, September 4th, 2025

A concert and a conference, Resonate 2025, set for Friday and Saturday, Sept. 26-27, has something for everyone!

Guest speakers Andy Crouch, Tyler Staton, and Notre Dame’s Meghan Sullivan headline this year’s event, “Christian Wisdom in a Technological World,” which presents a unique, hopeful and helpful vision of how to live within new virtual realities, without being consumed by them. The event kicks off with an evening of worship in the George Fox Chapel framed by the profound music of The Brilliance.

Students are encouraged to volunteer and attend for free. Employees and alumni can purchase discounted tickets here. The event is open to the public. Feel free to share widely!

Attend free screening of ‘Counted Out’ on Sept. 16

Thursday, September 4th, 2025

The history and politics and mathematics and data analytics departments are partnering to bring a screening of the documentary film Counted Out to campus. 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 the screening, but you need to reserve a seat by requesting a ticket here. The screening will be on Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 105.

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

Share your thoughts about intercultural life at George Fox

Thursday, September 4th, 2025

Hey Bruins! As we kick off this year of life at George Fox, the Intercultural Resource Center (IRC) would love to hear your thoughts about intercultural life on campus. We know we can improve our initiatives, events and community outreach so please fill out this survey to help!

Check this updated info on Serve Day details

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025

Join us this Wednesday, Sept. 10, as we engage in our annual Serve Day! All students and employees are expected to take part as we come together to serve surrounding communities.

Join us in Klages at 8 a.m. (note updated time) to pack lunches, connect with others, and kick off this meaningful day. We will host our kickoff event in the quad near Pennington Hall at 9 a.m.

Undergrads should watch for a text message on Monday morning for their serve site placement; employees should have already received an email with serve site information. We are not using the Helper-Helper app for serve site placement info this year.

Finally, employees, please do not park in the Hoover lot on Sept. 10 so serve site partners and shuttles have somewhere to park for pick-up.

Let’s make this year’s Serve Day one to remember! If you have questions, please email serveday@georgefox.edu.

Bruinpalooza student vendor registration is now open

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025

Calling all student creators! Sign up to sell your goods or showcase your business at Bruinpalooza during Homecoming weekend. Bruinpalooza will take place in the quad on Saturday, Oct. 4, from noon to 3 p.m. and is a great opportunity to connect with alumni, fellow students, and community members who will be on campus for the Homecoming festivities.

We have five student vendor spots available. Register by Tuesday, Sept. 16, using this link.

Reach out to Kelton Hedstrom in the alumni relations office at khedstrom@georgefox.edu with questions.

Chess Club’s first meeting will be Monday in the library

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025

Greetings from the Chess Club! The first Chess Club meeting will be from 1 to 3 p.m. this Monday, Sept. 8, in the Murdock Library. Boards and sets will be provided. If you are a beginner, there is instruction and coaching available.

If you stop by by Chess Club table at the Fox County Fair, you’ll have a chance to win a T-shirt.

If you want to join the club as a member or as an officer, contact club president Kiernen McTaggart at kmctaggart22@georgefox.edu.

Serve Day is one week away!

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

Join us next Wednesday, Sept. 10, as we engage in our annual Serve Day! All students and employees are expected to take part as we come together to serve surrounding communities. Join us on the quad before 9 a.m. to pack lunches, connect with others, and kick off this meaningful day.

Employees, please do not park in the Hoover lot on Sept. 10 so serve site partners and shuttles have somewhere to park for pick-up.

You should have received an email with all the details about your assigned serve site. Be sure to log in to Helper Helper to check your assignment.

Let’s make this year’s Serve Day one to remember! If you have questions, please email serveday@georgefox.edu.

Apply for SNAP food benefits at the Bruin Community Pantry

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

Department of Human Services representatives will be on-site at the Bruin Community Pantry to assist folks with signing up for food stamps (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits).

No appointment is required. The hours will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both Thursday, Sept. 11, and Thursday, Sept. 25. Stop by if you would like to speak with someone from DHS.

For more information, please contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

The ARC is coming to Edwards at 8 p.m. tonight

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

Need help with time management or study strategies? The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is leaving the building and heading to Edwards tonight (Wednesday) from 8 to 9 p.m. We’ll be there to share our best tips on time management and study strategies. No appointment needed; just stop by and let us help you get ahead.

Sign up for SpiL’s mid-semester break retreat: ‘Away with God’

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

You are invited to join us for an off-campus retreat during the mid-semester break, Thursday, Oct. 9, through Saturday, Oct. 11.

These retreats are thoughtfully designed for a small group of 10-12 students and will take place off campus. During the retreat, participants can expect to enter into a slower pace to engage in various spiritual practices that refresh their mind, body, and spirit. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to create connections with fellow students and staff, fostering a sense of community and support.

You must fill out this application to express interest in attending. You will receive a confirmation email to let you know you’ve been selected to attend, and then you will secure your spot with a $20 deposit. The $20 covers food, lodging and transportation. Sign-ups are open until Sept. 25 or until all spots are filled.

Contact spirituallife@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Don’t forget to join a Life Group this fall

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

The Office for Spiritual Life is hosting Life Groups this fall from Sept. 15 through Oct. 27. Life Groups are small groups of undergraduate students who meet together for prayer, Bible study and fellowship.

Groups meet weekly (for seven weeks) for 60 to 90 minutes. Life Groups through the Office for Spiritual Life will also be SPIL-credit eligible. To sign up, please fill out this form by Thursday, Sept. 12.

Feel free to check out our Instagram for more information: @gfuspil

If you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact the spiritual life office at spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Join Quaker worship in the chapel on Wednesdays

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025

Do you long for time and space to be still and experience Christ’s presence with others? All are welcome to join Quaker worship in the chapel from 11 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays this semester.

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

Don’t miss this morning’s Be Rooted chapel

Monday, September 1st, 2025

Please join us in chapel this morning (Tuesday) at 10:50 a.m. to hear a message from President Baker and to worship with our student chapel band! Everyone is welcome. See you there!

Interested in playing drums? Join the drumline

Monday, September 1st, 2025

Do you love football and music? Drumline has openings for two more players! We rehearse on Monday evenings, and perform at all five home football games.

Previous music experience is required (with basic music reading ability), but we have spots for both drummers (snare and tenors) as well as other musicians who haven’t played the drums before (we will teach you bass drum!).

Please contact Professor Corbin immediately at dcorbin@georgefox.edu if you are interested.

Practice Spanish with your peers at noon today

Monday, September 1st, 2025

¿Quieres hablar Español? La Sobremesa is happening today (Tuesday) at noon in Armstrong House. Come to an informal, relaxed, weekly opportunity to speak, practice, and learn more Spanish. Find and get to know other people on campus who are interested and excited about learning and using languages. This event is open for faculty, staff and students.

If you have any questions, email smartinez@georgefox.edu. We hope to see you there. ¡Hasta luego!

Practice Spanish with your peers every Tuesday

Sunday, August 31st, 2025

Hola a todos! If you’re interested in practicing Spanish, the English Department invites you to Sobremesa, a time to join peers around a table (with possible snacks) in Armstrong House for casual conversation every Tuesday.

It will be very relaxed and informal, so don’t worry about your personal level of the language. We just want to create a space for everyone excited about Spanish to practice and commune with one another.

If you have any questions, email smartinez@georgefox.edu. We hope to see you there. Chau!

The ARC is open, so schedule your appointment now

Sunday, August 31st, 2025

Looking for support to boost your academic success? The Academic Resource Center (ARC) has you covered!

From writing consultations to academic coaching, our team is here to help you excel. Stop by starting today (Monday) and make the most of our resources! To schedule an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas Dashboard or go to traccloud.georgefox.edu.

We are open Monday through Thursday from 1 to 9 p.m. and Fridays from noon to 4 p.m. If you have any questions, please email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.

Practice your German in Armstrong this Thursday

Sunday, August 31st, 2025

Guten tag! If you speak German (or are interested in learning more), the English Department invites you to join faculty and peers for casual conversation Thursday, Sept. 4, at 1 p.m. in Armstrong House.

It will be a relaxed, fun time to get to know one another and connect through the German language. It will be our first meeting, and depending on the wishes of those who attend, we might make it a weekly get-together.

Whatever your level of German, we encourage you to connect with fellow Deutschsprechern. Tschüss!

Contact Susana Martinez at smartinez@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.