The Daily Bruin

Don’t want to lose access to your George Fox email on Canvas, Zoom, or other apps that use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)? If you only use Okta Verify or Google Authenticator, the app will transfer to your new phone but not the account information. 

Before purchasing a new phone, set up either SMS (text message) or voice call authentication so you don’t get locked out. 

Manage your verification methods by following the steps we have included.

1. Go to login.georgefox.edu
2. Click your name in the upper right corner
3. From the drop-down menu, select Settings
4. Scroll down to the section labeled Security Methods

Note: Multi-factor Authentication is required for security purposes and it is impossible to disable it. We do not have any verification methods that are sent via email.

If you got a new phone and activated it without SMS or voice call set-up, then you must contact the Service Desk.

Questions regarding MFA? Contact the Service Desk at servicedesk@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2569.

As part of our commitment to campus safety, we want to ensure all personal transportation devices, including bicycles, skateboards and e-mobility devices, are used responsibly. All devices must be operated respectfully on roads and sidewalks only, with operators yielding to pedestrians and using courteous communication when approaching. For everyone’s safety, all devices may not be ridden inside campus buildings, and riders should keep wheels on the ground at all times.

University policy supports the safe and respectful use of e-mobility devices around campus.

• E-mobility devices, such as e-scooters, e-bikes, and hoverboards, should be ridden at slower speeds, especially in pedestrian-heavy areas.
• To mitigate fire risks, indoor charging and storage of these devices are strictly prohibited in accordance with Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue guidelines, institutional insurance requirements, and Oregon state law. Riding, storing or charging these devices inside campus buildings is forbidden.
• Devices must not block fire exits, stairways, or emergency access areas and should be parked only at designated bike racks.
• Remember, helmets and other safety gear are highly recommended.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in keeping our campus safe and accessible for all!

The Bruin Bookstore is having an online Black Friday sale, with deals up to 30% off. Use the code BLACKFRIDAY24 to get 20% off one item, 25% off two items, or 30% off three or more items. This deal applies to clothing and gifts.

The Bruin Bookstore will be closing at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27, and closed all day Thursday, Nov. 28, through Sunday, Dec. 1. Have a great Thanksgiving!

Enjoy food, music, art and meeting new people at this year’s Art and Design Majors and Minors Fair in Canyon Commons on Tuesday, Dec. 3, from noon to 1:30 p.m.

Bring your friends and join the art and design department to explore student projects and discover more about our programs and career opportunities in graphic design, illustration, and studio art.

For more information, email Marvin Eans at means@georgefox.edu.

Due to Thanksgiving break, Open Study Table will not be open tomorrow (Wednesday) or Thursday, Nov. 27-28. We will reopen next week for our final week of the semester.

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

Come to the graduate research symposium hosted in Canyon Commons on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 5 to 7 p.m.

The DMSc (Doctor of Medical Science) program was created in response to an ever-growing demand for healthcare leaders, particularly in rural, traditionally underserved and international locations. Our DMSc students are excited to present their research to you in a symposium-format doctoral defense.

The focus of our students’ research is rooted in service and leadership, with an emphasis on global health and humanitarian service and leadership. As a part of their coursework, our DMSc students participated in a service trip to Africa and the greater Pacific Northwest.

Take a short break from the Christmas Extravaganza and come to the symposium in Canyon Commons to hear about the exciting research our DMSc students have been doing. You will not only have the opportunity to hear about their research but are also encouraged to ask questions and interact with our students.

If you have questions, contact CJ Lobato at clobato@georgefox.edu.

Sunday, Dec. 8, is the last day students can withdraw from a class without grade responsibility. Visit this website for more information. The university has extended the class withdrawal deadline for the benefit of our students. The deadline is now the Sunday before the last week of class.

Students are advised to seek advice from professors, CAP coaches, advisors, or Learning Support Services before dropping a class.

Students may also reach out to Jere Witherspoon, the student care specialist, at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2316 if they need information about dropping a class.

The Political Science Club is looking for members for the spring semester. The club is open to everyone, regardless of major. We will begin hosting informed nonpartisan discussions on modern politics. No prior knowledge is required to join the club or engage in these discussions. If you are interested, please fill out this Google Form!

Contact Kendall Kartler at kkartler22@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

The Hadlock Student Center will be closed on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28-29, to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular hours resume on Saturday, Nov. 30. Enjoy the break, and we’ll see you soon!

We are starting a Ham Radio club at George Fox, and there are many ways to get involved! We are planning some outdoor radio activities, including hiking, hidden transmitter hunts, and training on how to help with communications during an emergency.

If you are interested in learning more about getting an amateur (ham) radio license, you won’t want to miss the free Zoom Technician Ham Radio License Preparation Class planned for Nov. 29-30 at 9 a.m.

For more information about the class or the club, email Justin Johnson at justinj@georgefox.edu

Do you have used kitchen items that you no longer use or need? Is your closet filled with clothes you haven’t worn for a long while? Please consider donating these gently used items to the Bruin Community Pantry.

You are welcome to drop your items off at the food bank during our hours of operation. Check out the website for this information.

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

Are you interested in serving as a student leader for the 2025-26 school year? Now is the perfect time to apply! The Office of Student Life offers a variety of leadership opportunities in Spiritual Life, Intercultural Life, Student Leadership Council, Parent and Family Programs, Student Activities, Commuter Life, and Residence Life.

To learn more about these opportunities, visit our Student Life Leadership and Employment page. Applications are open now and due by Wednesday, Jan. 15. Apply today at this link!

Stop by the tables in Canyon Commons and write Christmas cards for Friendsview residents today (Friday) anytime between 11 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.

During the first week of December, internationally recognized Scottish photographer Kieran Dodds is coming to George Fox to engage with the community in a variety of ways. One way is through his “Gingers of America” project. Willing photo subjects can register for consideration on his website by clicking “Get Involved.”

Dodds seeks out people with interesting stories as photo subjects and conducts interviews during the shoots. He will be scheduling portrait sessions for Dec. 3-4. This opportunity is open to everyone with red hair, so help spread the word!

Contact Adam Long at along@georgefox.edu for additional information.

These are the last few days to see the George Fox Museum exhibit featuring George Fox University advertising from the late 19th century to the 21st. We will be setting up a new exhibit after Tuesday, Dec. 3. The museum is located in Hoover 104.

If you have any questions, please contact Caitlin Corning (ccorning@georgefox.edu).

Join us for Women’s Lift Night tonight (Friday) from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Hadlock Student Center. This special evening is designed to empower women of all experience levels through strength training, fitness, and community support! Enjoy refreshments and weight room orientation followed by an open gym format and a dynamic HIIT class.

Whether you’re new to lifting or a seasoned pro, this night is all about exploring your strength, learning something new, and connecting with a supportive community. Let’s lift, inspire and celebrate together!

Don’t miss today’s (Thursday) women’s health talk with Erika Barber, MD, from the George Fox Physician Assistant/Associate (PA) Program from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. in Canyon Commons 102 and 103.

The presentation will review the normal physiology behind the monthly female reproductive cycle and show how modern applications of this knowledge can empower patients in fertility awareness and also be a tool for healthcare providers in addressing common areas of women’s health.

This presentation is intended for both men and women and especially geared toward healthcare professionals and students interested in healthcare and wellness.

If you have any questions, please contact Erika Barber at ebarber@georgefox.edu.

Would you like to sell your art at the Christmas Extravaganza Holiday Hangout on Thursday, Dec. 5? All you need is $10 to rent a table and as much art as you would like to sell to fellow students, staff and the local community.

This year, Holiday Hangout is combining with the Christmas Extravaganza, which will feature a tree-lighting ceremony, carriage rides and lots of other fun activities. Our market will take place in Klages with tables for students and staff to sell their work. This event is attended by students, staff and Newberg locals, so all tables will receive lots of traffic.

Fill out this form to rent a table.

This year’s Winter Formal will be themed “Under the Sea.” The dance is this Saturday, Nov. 23, and today (Thursday) is the last day to get your tickets before the big night.

Our numbers are running low, and if we don’t sell out today we will have a cash-only option at the door. Please keep an eye on our Instagram @gfuactivities to see if we sell out.

We are selling tickets in Canyon Commons today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 5 to 7 p.m. Check out the Activities Weekly email for more details on these events.

Events coming up:

• Winter Formal: Saturday, Nov. 23, at 7 p.m. at Shawn Gardner Ballroom
• Christmas Extravaganza/Holiday Hangout: Thursday, Dec. 5, at 4:30 p.m. on the quad
• Late Night Breakfast: Monday, Dec. 9, at 9:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.