The Daily Bruin

All are welcome to the guest lecture, “The Sweet Poison of the False Infinite: C.S. Lewis, Elon Musk, and Longtermism,” next Friday, March 7, at 2 p.m. in Hoover 203.

This event will be hosted by the C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien Student Society. The speech will be given by Aidan Arthur, who did research in this area for his Richter Scholars grant in 2024. Snacks will be provided. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.

If you have any questions, contact Colton Kirby at ckirby22@georgefox.edu.

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Bring your lunch (and some friends!) and join us in Canyon Commons 103 from 11:10 to 11:45 a.m. this Monday, March 3.

You’re welcome to arrive early to eat and chat. One $25 Amazon gift card will be given to a random student at each session.

Contact Rick Muthiah at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Spiritual Life is excited to announce that Saturday Service is now up and running for the spring semester! Join us for a weekly opportunity to serve our community through Habitat for Humanity, The Wood Ministry, and ARK Pet Rescue.

This service event runs every Saturday through April 26. Volunteers can earn one SpiL credit per service.

Sign up to volunteer through these links:

• Habitat for Humanity Newberg: Help out with inventory and registration at the ReStore or help build houses at the construction site.
• The Wood Ministry of Newberg: Help split, stack and deliver wood alongside veterans and other volunteers serving to keep homes warm for the winter.
• Ark Pet Rescue: Come make a “pawsitive” impact with ARK Pet Rescue by cleaning litter boxes, sweeping and mopping, washing dishes, feeding the animals, tidying the guinea pig area, washing carriers, and assisting with other small tasks.
• More information about Saturday Service.

Questions? Contact Carena Hadi at chadi21@georgefox.edu. We look forward to serving with you!

This is the last week to apply for round one of interviews for the 2025-26 admissions internship. Applications are due Monday, March 3, at 9 a.m. This is a paid internship for work-study and non-work-study students and offers a fantastic opportunity to build skills and develop professionally!

Applications can be found on Handshake using this link. Questions can be directed to Katie McVae at kstensether@georgefox.edu.

Join Spiritual Life for a new group series taking place during Lent focused on Scripture reading and open dialogue. We will meet on Wednesdays at 3 p.m. in the SpiL house, March 5 through April 16.

You are required to sign-up, and chapel credit is available. Contact Cyndi Murillo at cmurillo@georgefox.edu for more information.

Midterm grades provide an accurate picture of your academic progress so far this semester. Midterm grade entry starts Saturday, March 1, and ends on Wednesday, March 5.

Follow these instructions to check your midterm grades in MyGeorgeFox. If a professor has not yet given you a midterm grade by Wednesday night, check Canvas or contact your professor to find out where you stand in that course.

Students who are earning a D or an F at midterm should meet with their professor to discuss what they can do to improve their grade. If it is unlikely you will pass, you should contact your CAP coach and financial aid counselor as soon as possible to discuss the consequences of withdrawing from a class. Some students should not withdraw from any classes due to VA benefits or other factors; it is always best to confirm the effects before withdrawing from a class.

If you withdraw from a class, you should contact your CAP Coach to discuss your class schedule for future semesters.

The last day to withdraw from a class without a graded responsibility is Sunday, April 28. If you are not likely to pass a class, withdrawing earlier might help you be more successful in your other classes. If you withdraw from a class, your transcript will show a “W” and the course will not affect your GPA. If you do not withdraw and receive an F in the course, your GPA will suffer.

Information about withdrawing from a class can be found on this web page; instructions for withdrawing from a class can be found there as well.

Academic resources for students are easily accessible on campus:

• Academic Resource Center
• Services for Tutoring

Students who fail all of their classes may have their financial aid package affected. If you have federal financial aid and are not passing any classes, please contact the student accounts office immediately at studentaccountsdir@georgefox.edu.

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

Take advantage of fully online courses this summer with the George Fox Digital Summer Online program. This affordable, flexible option is a great way to earn credits while still enjoying your summer break. Registration opens today!

Summer Online courses are less than half the price of regular tuition. They run for eight weeks (half the length of a typical class!), starting June 2. It’s a great way to get ahead and create space in your schedule next year. 

Register today on MyGeorgeFox or learn more at georgefox.edu/summer.

Calling all campus Cupids! It’s your chance to shine as the star of our Dating Game! Sign up today to showcase your charm as our next Bachelor, Bachelorette, or contestant, and win a fully paid-for date on us! Don’t miss out on this shot at love! Sign up here.

Have you always wanted to help people, but aren’t sure how? Did you know that social workers can work in a variety of settings, including healthcare and hospital settings, schools, with veterans, counseling clients, working internationally, and working in the criminal justice system?

If you’d like to learn more about what a career in social work can look like, come to our info session in Roberts 215 at noon on Tuesday, March 4. Enjoy some pizza and meet the new social work program director, Kathryn Saunders!

Please reach out to Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

The final deadline to submit the George Fox Donor-Funded Scholarship application and the OSAC State Scholarship application is this Monday, March 3. Both applications are due at 11:59 p.m.

George Fox University offers more than 200 donor-funded scholarships to our returning students, ranging from $500 to $15,000; while the Office of Student Access and Completion offers more than 600 OSAC scholarships to students who are Oregon residents, totaling more than $10 million in awards. Don’t miss out on these opportunities to add to your 2025-26 financial aid package!

The Academic Resource Center is accepting appointments for scholarship writing help sessions all week. Their hours are 1 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and noon to 4 p.m. on Friday. When scheduling on TracCloud for an appointment to have your applications reviewed, make sure to mark “scholarship essay” as the reason for your visit.

Be sure to visit our scholarship resource folder as well for materials to help with OSAC scholarship selections, tips and tricks for essay writing, other open applications and their deadlines, and more!

For any additional scholarship questions or assistance, contact financial aid or drop in during our office hours (Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) on the second floor of the Stevens Center to speak with a counselor.

Come hang out and study for upcoming exams with the Women in STEM Club tomorrow (Thursday) from 7 to 9 p.m. in Roberts 203! There will be snacks as well as hot chocolate and tea, so make sure you bring a mug!

If you have questions, reach out to Lauren Crawford at lcrawford23@georgefox.edu.

Step into a night of mystery and mayhem at a Murder Mystery Dinner in Canyon Commons at 7 p.m. this Friday, Feb. 28, where every twist and turn keeps you guessing. Will you crack the case or become the next suspect? Spots are filling up fast! Click this link to reserve yours.

Here is a rundown of upcoming campus events:

• Putt-Putt Golf Housing Night: March 7 at 5 p.m. in the living areas
• Spring Formal: March 15 at 7 p.m. at The Barn at Countryside (tickets on sale the week of March 3).
• Dating Game: April 4 at 7 p.m. in Bauman

Fusion presents Squid Games 2! Get ready for a night of intense competition, thrilling games and high-stakes fun. Bring your friends, test your skills and see if you have what it takes to make it to the end. Join us in the FoxHole tonight (Tuesday) from 6 to 8 p.m.!

Reach out to Diana Bui at dbui23@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Greetings! The Chess Club will be meeting tomorrow (Wednesday) at 1:30 p.m. instead of Friday this week. There will be lessons on openings and free play as usual. This week’s activities will focus on Fischer Random Chess. We meet in the Murdock Library.

At this meeting, we will also discuss the upcoming chess tournament, and will consider your feedback in planning the event.

Contact Kiernen McTaggart-Ivezic at kmctaggart22@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

You’re invited to join us for an off-campus retreat during spring break on Friday, March 21, through Sunday, March 23.

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 $20. The $20 covers food, lodging, and transportation. The last day to sign up is Friday, March 7.

If you have questions, reach out to Cyndi Murillo at cmurillo@georgefox.edu.

Feeling the mid-semester crunch? You are not alone! Now is the perfect time to focus your study techniques and strategies. Check out Numerade‘s new flashcard feature to stay organized and support your learning!

Though Numerade specializes in STEM subjects and provides pre-made flashcards for a variety of STEM topics, Numerade’s study tools are useful for all courses, especially the flashcard function and quiz functions! You can create custom flashcard decks from course materials, track your progress and test your knowledge with quizzes. Use your George Fox credentials to create a Numerade account and support your learning today.

Remember: Always follow professor guidelines about appropriate use of AI tools; if in doubt, ask your professor. Review the AI for Student Success page for resources on responsible AI use to support your learning.

Contact Rick Muthiah, director of Learning Support Services, with feedback or questions at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu.

Dr. Abraham Nussbaum is the Chief Education Officer of Denver Health, where he provides strategic direction to the education of 3,000 learners in 38 healthcare professions annually.

During his lecture on Monday, March 31, he will speak about what it means to pursue a calling in healthcare, how the calling is changing today, and why becoming something like a vampire is the only way forward. Join us in Canyon Commons at 7 p.m.

Save the date! Tomorrow (Wednesday) through March 4, all Champion-brand clothing and accessories in the Bruin Bookstore will be 20% off in-store and online. Hydro Flask products are currently 30% off (in-store only) until Friday, Feb. 28.

Join us tomorrow (Wednesday) in the Chapel from 11 to 11:30 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.

Check out the most recent issue of The Crescent at gfucrescent.com! Learn about the Woolman Peacemaking Forum, the Community Life Fund, and the story behind coaching challenges at George Fox. Other stories share the experience of working a job during college and the 10-year anniversary of the George Fox Honors Program.