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The Center for Peace and Justice invites you to a presentation entitled “Journey of Hope,” featuring Elio Constantine. Constantine oversees the Middle East Center for Justice and Missions, a ministry of the charity Heart For Lebanon.

Don’t miss this powerful message on transforming lives through faith and action. Join us tomorrow (Thursday) at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105. Chapel credit is available for students, and for those who can’t attend in person a livestream link is available.

In his presentation, Constantine will explore how we are called to live in justice and how a biblical approach to justice is applicable anywhere in the world. He will also address the root causes of injustices in Lebanon and the surrounding region.

If you have questions, contact Tamara Wytsma at twytsma@georgefox.edu. More information is also available on the Center for Peace & Justice webpage.

Professors will be entering midterm grades in My.GeorgeFox between Oct. 12 and Oct. 16. These midterm grades provide important insight into your academic progress in your courses.

If you receive a D or an F as a midterm course grade, contact your professor to discuss the likelihood of improving your grade. If it seems unlikely that your grade will improve, contact your CAP coach as soon as possible to discuss the effects of withdrawing from a class.

A few points to consider:

• If you withdraw from a class, your transcript will show a “W” and your GPA will not be affected.
• If you receive an F in the course, your GPA will suffer.
• The last day to withdraw from a class is Sunday, Dec. 8
• In some instances, it might make sense to withdraw from one class now so you can focus on other courses.
• At this point in the semester, students who withdraw from some but not all of their classes will not have any changes made to their financial aid or student account charges.
• If you are currently on a financial aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Warning or SAP Academic Plan, check with your financial aid counselor to confirm whether withdrawing from any courses will affect your financial aid. If you have any concerns about your SAP standing or academic plan, please contact your financial aid counselor.
• Follow this link to contact CAP coaches for counsel on your course decisions.
• Instructions for checking your grades in My.GeorgeFox can be found at this link.
• If your professor has not yet given you a midterm grade, check your grades in Canvas. Schedule a conversation with your professor right away if you have questions or are unsure about your progress in the course.
• Instructions for withdrawing from a class can be found here.

Academic resources for students are easily accessible on campus:

• The ARC (Academic Resource Center)
• Tutoring Labs and Centers

Students who fail all their classes and do not complete the semester may have their financial aid package affected. If you have federal financial aid and are not passing any classes, please contact your student accounts advisor immediately.

Additional information regarding grades and withdrawing from classes:

• Please be advised that the university has extended the class withdrawal deadline for the benefit of our students. The new deadline is now Sunday before the last week of class, which is Dec. 8.
• For full-semester classes, this is the end of week 15 rather than week 10. For this fall semester, the deadline is Sunday, Dec. 8. For classes that meet in shorter sessions within the semester, you can find their specific withdrawal deadlines listed in the class details on class.georgefox.edu.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact studentlife@georgefox.edu.

Daniel Kang and the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement Committee invite you to join them for the Fall Faculty Lecture on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105. Nathan Slegers, PhD, professor of mechanical engineering, and winner of the 2023-24 Faculty Achievement Award for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship, is the featured faculty speaker.

Slegers will speak on “The Art of the Three: How Engineering and Ingenuity is Decoding the Science of Basketball Shooting.” Please join us as he presents his research regarding three metrics he has discovered which identify good shooters. These metrics decode some hidden nuances within the art of the “three,” and provide insights into how to become a better shooter.

The university and surrounding community are invited, and refreshments will be provided. We hope you are able to support Nathan by attending.

If you have questions, email lfair@georgefox.edu.

The Hadlock Student Center weight room will be temporarily closed tomorrow (Wednesday) from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a new equipment delivery.

We are thrilled to announce Hadlock will be receiving three new pieces of equipment: a smith machine, an additional cable machine, and an assisted dip and pull-up machine. This closure will allow us to reset and reorganize the fitness area to house these new pieces of equipment.

If you have questions, email Jacob Loomis at jloomis@georgefox.edu.

Two character and leadership lecture events will take place Monday, Oct. 21, and you’re invited.

If you are involved in athletics at George Fox, whether athlete, coach or staff, plan to attend “The Athlete’s Journey: How Sports Shape Character” at 8 a.m. in Canyon Commons. Adam Puckett and Sabrina Little will be interviewed, followed by an audience question-and-answer session. Breakfast will be provided (for those without meal plans).

The public lunch lecture, “Developing Courage through Opposite Actions,” focuses on the development of virtues. It is open to all. Come to Canyon Commons at noon for this lecture, again followed by an audience question-and-answer session. Lunch will be provided (for those without meal plans).

Contact Brandy Vazquez at bvazquez@georgefox.edu with questions.

Join us tomorrow (Wednesday) in Hoover 250 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. for a time of worship, listening to God’s Spirit, and seeking to discern God’s truth together. Nathanael Ankeny will be hosting. Chapel credit will be offered.

Please reach out to Nathanael at nankeny@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Encounter local political candidates in person tonight (Tuesday) in events co-sponsored by the George Fox University Civility Project:

• At 6:30 p.m. – Meet and hear from candidates for Oregon House District 23 and Senate District 12 in Hoover 105 on the George Fox campus.
• At 7:45 p.m. – Meet and hear from Newberg City Council candidates in Hoover 105.

All candidates for these positions have been invited and will be asked questions drafted by representatives of the four sponsoring groups: The George Fox University Civility Project, United as Neighbors, the Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce, and the Newberg City Club.

The Newberg forum will be livestreamed at this link.

For more information, contact Civility Project Director Ron Mock at rmock@georgefox.edu.

We’re excited to announce a brand new Pilates class with Katie Banning! Starting tomorrow (Wednesday) at 5:30 p.m., this class is perfect for all levels, whether you’re new to Pilates or looking to refine your practice.

Space is limited, as this class will be in the small exercise studio in Hadlock, so be sure to reserve your spot at this link.

Email fitness@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

The Center for Peace and Justice invites you to a presentation entitled “Journey of Hope,” featuring Elio Constantine. Constantine oversees the Middle East Center for Justice and Missions, a ministry of the charity Heart For Lebanon.

Don’t miss this powerful message on transforming lives through faith and action. Join us this Thursday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105.

In his presentation, Constantine will explore how we are called to live in justice and how a biblical approach to justice is applicable anywhere in the world. He will also address the root causes of injustices in Lebanon and the surrounding region.

If you have questions, contact Tamara Wytsma at twytsma@georgefox.edu.

The Social Work Club, in partnership with the A21 nonprofit organization, invites you to Walk For Freedom, a day dedicated to raising awareness of human trafficking. We believe that, together, we can put an end to human trafficking. For over a decade, supporters like you have taken local action and made a global impact.

This Saturday, Oct. 19, we will come together and hit the streets again. Walking in single-file lines, holding posters and handing out flyers, we will reach our cities with information about human trafficking and how to take action against it. Meet us in front of the Chehalem Cultural Center at 10:30 a.m. to join the cause.

To register, visit a21.org/newberg.

For more information, reach out to Alice Fouts at afouts22@georgefox.edu.

Tickets are now available for the performing arts department’s fall production of The Hiding Place, scheduled for eight performances in Wood-Mar Auditorium this week and next.

Dates for the shows are as follows:

• Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 17-19, 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday, Oct. 20, 2 p.m.
• Thursday-Friday, Oct. 24-25, 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27, 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 georgefox.edu/box-office. Additional tickets may be purchased on the site. Free student tickets are available for Thursday shows only.

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 ticket.

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

Applying for the Richter Scholarship and feeling unsure about your proposal? The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is here to help! Whether you need guidance organizing your thoughts or polishing that final draft, our writing consultants are ready to assist.

What we offer:

• Personalized feedback on structure, clarity, and argument development
• Help with articulating your research goals and objectives
• Assistance with refining your proposal’s tone and style
• One-on-one consultations

Don’t miss this opportunity to make your proposal stand out! Schedule your appointment today.
To schedule an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas dashboard or go to traccloud.georgefox.edu.

If you have questions, contact Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.

We know you’ve heard about Taylor Swift, but have you ever heard about how her music interacts with  literature? Or how her pop culture world intersects with political, religious and cultural academia?

Students and faculty here at George Fox have had these same questions, and so we’re dedicating two days this October to host a conference on all things Taylor Swift.

Register now for the “Taylor Swift: The Voice of an Age” conference Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25-26. Join faculty and students as they lecture and present papers on how Swift’s voice breaches both the popular and professional academic realms.

Registration is available now for only $5! Buy a ticket, tell a “Swiftie” and spread the word! The deadline for registration is Friday, Oct. 18.

If you have any questions, please reach out to gfu-english@georgefox.edu. We can’t wait to see you there!

With all the world vying for your attention, what’s one more thing? Join the Theology Club! We meet on Mondays in Hoover 104 from noon to 12:50 p.m.

Discussing new topics every week about the intersection of Christianity in our modern moment, students come together in the breaking of bread and seminar discussions to hear new opinions and examine our own beliefs. We do this as worship, and would love for you to join us. Today’s meeting topic will be: What is Eucharist? Will there be Eucharist in heaven?

Questions? Email Lauryn at lstanfield22@georgefox.edu.

We invite you to participate in The Great Oregon ShakeOut, an annual event that gives everyone the opportunity to practice how to be safe during an earthquake. On Thursday, Oct. 17, George Fox will take a few minutes to participate in the largest-ever earthquake drill at 10:17 a.m.

We are asking participants to drop, cover, and hold on. During the days leading up to the event, we will be sharing additional information and resources on what to do during an earthquake.

Remind your families to register for Family Weekend, Oct. 18-20! Today (Friday) is the last day to register. There will be events, games, prizes, and many additional opportunities to spend quality time with your family on campus.

Your family can’t make it? No problem. Family can be a spouse, a friend, grandparents, or anyone you consider family. You can even gather a group of friends and register together! We would love to have you join the festivities even if your family can’t come. The registration link can be found here.

Questions? Email us at parents@georgefox.edu.

Scholarship season is almost here, and appointments are now available at the Academic Resource Center (ARC) to help you craft high-quality essays and put your best foot forward in your applications.

The financial aid office and the ARC are partnering to offer this new ongoing service with the goal of helping more of our students earn extra funds for the 2025-26 academic year. While you may be familiar with the OSAC Scholarships (opening on Nov. 1) and our George Fox Donor-Funded Scholarships (opening Dec. 1), there are thousands more outside scholarships available to those willing to brave the application process.

Many scholarship applications are structured similarly and ask the same questions, so preparing well now can help you streamline your applications down the road. Follow the steps below to help you along in your scholarship search:

• Look through our Outside Scholarships page for links to regional and national databases that will help you find scholarships you may be eligible for.
• Review our Scholarship Essay Tips to begin piecing together your strongest content.
• Schedule an appointment with the Academic Resource Center for individual help with your scholarship essay writing.
• Keep your eyes open for more Daily Bruin posts and emails with information about upcoming scholarship workshops!

You can contact your financial aid counselor with any questions about scholarships, while questions about essay assistance can be directed to ARC staff.

Come join University Recreation at 7 p.m. tomorrow (Saturday) for our first-ever worship night. This worship night will be put on by UREC staff and is open to all students and faculty. There will be plenty of music, a small message and time for prayer.

Hadlock will close at 5 p.m. tomorrow and reopen at 6:45 p.m. only for the worship night.

If you have questions, email Nathanael Freeman at freemann@georgefox.edu.

Have a talent you’d like to showcase? Auditions for Fox Got Talent are coming up. Fill out this form to audition for a chance to win a $500 cash prize!

All talents are welcome and encouraged to participate (students and employees!), whether you’re a juggler, magician, contortionist, impressionist, singer, sword swallower, speedy Rubik’s Cube solver, or whatever else you do best.

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Tomorrow (Friday), the admissions office is hosting one of the largest Friday@Fox events thus far! With around 100 visitors expected on campus, we’re asking students and staff to consider parking outside of the Stevens parking lot to keep spaces open for visitors.

Your help in making the guest experience a positive one is greatly appreciated. Visitors will begin checking in tomorrow morning at 8 a.m.

If you have questions, email visit@georgefox.edu.