The Daily Bruin

In case you missed our recent IT security announcement, we’re answering the most important questions about the upcoming changes to your George Fox account login.

Q: What is happening to my login? A: We are retiring SMS (text message) and phone call verification methods. Soon, you will no longer be able to use a text message code to log in.

Q: Why is this change being made? A: Text message-based authentication is vulnerable to modern cyberattacks. This change is essential to better protect your account and university data.

Q: What do I need to do? A: You must set up the Okta Verify mobile app as your primary method for multi-factor authentication (MFA). This will allow you to approve logins securely from your smartphone or tablet.

Q: What if I don’t switch in time? A: You will experience an interruption to your login, and you will need to contact the Service Desk by phone for assistance. Please act now to avoid this!

Q: I already use Okta Verify or Google Authenticator. Do I need to do anything? A: Nope! You are all set, and no action is required.

Need help getting started? The IT Service Desk is here for you! Contact them at 503-554-2569 or servicedesk@georgefox.edu.

Elective chapel credit is available for students who volunteer as an overnight host for Bruin Preview! Sign up to host a prospective student overnight and show them what it’s like to be a student at George Fox.

For more specific details, click into the form to learn more. If you have questions before signing up, reach out to visit@georgefox.edu.

AirPods Pro 2 are going on sale at the Bruin Bookstore for one day only, tomorrow (Wednesday). Get $50 off the original retail price in-store or online while supplies last!

Have a big research paper coming up? Don’t stress! The George Fox research librarians are setting up shop right in the ARC to provide one-on-one help. They can assist with finding and evaluating sources.

Stop by the ARC from 1 to 4 p.m. this week. No appointment needed—just drop in and get the support you need!

We are looking forward to our next Students for Life meeting today (Tuesday) at 5 p.m. in Hoover 209. Our discussion this week will be focused on dissecting one of the three main pro-choice arguments. We will be using videos from ERI to add to our discussion.

We will also be discussing the details of our tabling event in a few weeks. If you’re interested in helping with the tabling, you must attend this meeting. If you’re unable to attend today, reach out and we will connect you with one of our officers prior to the event.

We hope to see you there, and if you would like to come but have scheduling conflicts, please reach out. Thanks from the Students for Life officer team.

If you have questions, feel free to reach out to Della Gratsinger at dgratsinger24@georgefox.edu.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Stand with several George Fox social work students and community advocates at the Newberg flagpole this Thursday, Oct. 9, at 4 p.m. as we rally with Henderson House Advocacy Centers to raise our voices against domestic violence.

Bring signs, friends and a smile. We’d love to have you!

Feel free to reach out to Emma Jablonski at ejablonski22@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The Bruin Bookstore will be closed this Friday, Oct. 10,  for the mid-semester holiday. There is also a mid-semester Champion sale for 25% off Champion-brand clothing, online and in-store, Oct. 9-16. Clearance is on sale now for 50% off.

Looking for a meaningful way to give back while enjoying an elegant evening off campus?

Join with fellow George Fox students in an ongoing partnership with Habitat for Humanity by volunteering for the inaugural Building Hope Gala this Friday, Oct. 10.

This fundraising event, taking place at the Sherwood Center for the Arts, will bring together donors, volunteers and homeowners for a night of community, generosity and inspiration.

Volunteers are needed for:

• Set-up: 3:30 to 5 p.m.
• Event Support: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Clean-up: 8:30 to 10 p.m.

What to wear: Business formal or cocktail attire (it’s a semiformal event!)

Bonus opportunity: If available, please attend a volunteer training session from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at the Sherwood Center for the Arts.

This is your chance to escape midterm stress, dress up for a great cause, and support the incredible work Habitat is doing in our community. Ready to volunteer? Fill out this Google Form or learn more about the event here.

Women are sorely under-researched and underrepresented in exercise science literature, and we’re hoping to change that!

As kinesiology seniors, we have designed a six-week program called “Muscles or Miles,” in which females 18 to 35 will be randomly assigned exercise groups in order to determine whether resistance training or cardiovascular training is more effective for changing body composition short term.

The overall goal of the study is to empower more women to exercise by making it less intimidating. If you are interested in participating in this study, please reach out to Olivia Coleman at ocoleman22@georgefox.edu. Thank you!

The George Fox theatre department invites you to see its fall 2025 production, Havurah, presented through the Big Bridge Theatre Consortium.

Written by Margot Connolly and directed by Ben Tissell, the play tells the story of life at Crosby College, a small liberal arts university, where two student clubs strive for connection and comfort in difficult times.

When a tragedy occurs in the local Jewish community, members of the Havurah club are left reeling. The Christian social justice club wants to help, but struggles to know how. Deeply relevant and strikingly realistic, Havurah depicts the complexities and possibilities of connecting with others in times of grief.

The show opens on Thursday, Oct. 23, and closes on Nov. 2. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and weekend matinees start at 2 p.m. Employees are entitled to one complimentary ticket, and students may attend free on either Thursday. You may reserve tickets here.

Interested in participating in a study to examine the impact of weight loading on burning calories? Using weighted vests while walking or running, also known as rucking, has become a popular trend.

We are conducting a research study to test the benefits of rucking and to understand how much weight needs to be used to significantly impact oxygen consumption and energy expenditure.

We are looking for non-athlete George Fox students who exercise regularly and are not frequent users of weighted vests. If you are interested, please fill out this form and contact one of the researchers listed.

Researchers:

• Kaylee Holstad (kholstad22@georgefox.edu)
• Emily DeLeon (edeleon21@georgefox.edu)

Bring your friends and family to Homecoming tomorrow (Saturday)! Highlights include worship in the chapel with President Baker, Bruinpalooza (a party in the quad for every Bruin!), the football game, and more.

Check out the full schedule of events at homecoming.georgefox.edu.

This fall’s Bruin Preview is coming up and the admissions office needs your help! Sign up to host a prospective student overnight on Thursday, Oct. 30, through the morning of Friday, Oct. 31.

Don’t miss out! Sign up to be a host using this link, or head to the Klages patio this afternoon from noon to 2 p.m. Hot chocolate and apple cider will be provided.

More info is included in the form, but feel free to direct any questions to visit@georgefox.edu.

Join us for a night of songs, fun and exciting competition! Who will be known as the best band on the George Fox University campus? Find out at the Battle of the Bands tonight (Friday) in Canyon Commons.

Get a pre-show snack at the food trucks starting at 7 p.m. Doors will open at 8 p.m., and the show will start at 8:30 p.m.

Check out the Activities Weekly email for more details on these events.

Coming up:

• Mr. Bruin: Friday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. in Bauman
• Haunted House: Friday, Oct. 24, at 7 p.m. in Minthorn
• Halloween Trivia Night: Friday, Oct. 31, at 7:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions!

Alongside a variety of Homecoming festivities, the Department of Art and Design will be hosting a silent auction to raise funds for the new Art and Cinematic Arts Building.

So while you enjoy Homecoming tomorrow (Saturday), don’t forget to wander through the Stevens lobby between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to place your bid on 20 different art objects donated by faculty and friends of the university.

Use this link to bid on items online.

Are you curious about what comes after your bachelor’s degree and how you can make a difference in people’s lives? Join us for an OT info meeting to learn more about our Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program. Hear directly from faculty, ask questions, and get a real sense of what an OT career could look like.

Where: Roberts Center, Room 203
When: Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to noon

You’ll get an overview of the program, learn about prerequisites and admissions, and meet faculty in a relaxed, conversational setting. Whether you’re just starting to explore graduate school or already thinking seriously about your next step, this info meeting is a perfect way to plan ahead.

Click here to register for the OT info meeting and reserve your spot.

Take this opportunity to see if an OTD is the right fit for you and start envisioning your future helping others through occupational therapy!

Disability and Accessibility Services interns invite you to join them for donuts and discussion! Stop by the tables in Canyon Commons anytime between noon and 2 p.m. today (Friday) for donuts, to learn more about DAS, and to have a conversation with an intern on how we can best support you.

The Crescent’s first issue is here! Check out the latest from your George Fox student-run newspaper.

Sneak peek:

• Student, Mentor, Leader (Bridge Network)
• Should Students Be Allowed More Elective Chapel Credits?
• New Year, New Bon

Find these stories and more on our website!

Come join the SpiL service and immersion team in chopping firewood alongside our neighbors tomorrow (Saturday) morning! This week we have the opportunity to serve for an extra hour, from 8 to 11 a.m.

We will be serving alongside members of the Newberg Friends Church. We will meet at the Fernwood Pioneer Cemetery, located near 500 S. Everest Road. There is no registration required, but chapel credit is offered. We hope to see you there!

Feel free to contact Chloe Lucas at clucas22@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Please mark your calendars for an important nursing major town hall meeting. We are offering two identical sessions to ensure everyone has an opportunity to attend.

Dates and times:

• Session 1: Monday, Oct. 20, 3 to 4 p.m.
• Session 2: Thursday, Oct. 23, 3 to 4 p.m.

Location: Hoover 105

Agenda: We encourage you to attend to get crucial updates and information on key program areas.

• Meet the dean and program director: Meet the leaders of the College of Nursing and other key people that will walk with you on your journey as a nursing major.
• Information regarding your faculty advisors: Learn how to find who your advisor is and how to best utilize their support for academic success.
• Nursing Club announcements: Hear about upcoming events, opportunities, and how to get involved.
• Admission requirements review: A detailed look at the application and prerequisite requirements for the program.
• Program compliance requirements: A review of important deadlines and mandatory compliance items (e.g. background checks, immunizations) needed to maintain your status in the program.

This is a great opportunity to get clarity on essential program details and connect with your peers and faculty. We look forward to seeing you there!