The Daily Bruin

Before you pack away those costume pieces, consider donating them to a great cause! We’re collecting gently used Halloween costumes and accessories for an upcoming Foster Parents Night Out – a special evening for kids in foster care to dress up and play.

Email Grace Barsness at gbarsness24@georgefox.edu if you’d like to donate a costume! Your old costume could make a child’s night magical, so clean out that closet and help spread some joy!

Do you have stress, aches, pains, or just want to feel relaxed? Come by to get a massage from a doctor of physical therapy student and receive free stress management advice!

Our mission is to improve our community’s health by offering discounted massages ($25) to students, employees and community members. We are offering 25-minute massages on Friday, Nov. 14, from 1 to 5 p.m. in the new Medical Sciences Building located at 448 Werth Blvd. in Newberg.

All proceeds will help fund a medical service trip to Uganda. Donations are also welcome; there will be a tip jar on site! Register here.

Questions? Contact Maya Eathorne at meathorne24@georgefox.edu or Allison Brist at abrist20@georgefox.edu.

Our world is longing for Shalom – the peace, justice and flourishing God has intended for all creation. Fear, racial and ethnic division, violence and injustice are prevalent in our world and are part of the lived experience of many members of our community.

The Shalom Summit, to be hosted on the Newberg campus on Saturday, Nov. 15, will center on the theme of finding hope amidst injustice. It is a free conference for our whole community and will include worship, prayer, workshops and plenary sessions facilitated by a diverse group of pastors, leaders and artists.

Please use these links to access the schedule and to register. We greatly look forward to having you with us as we “seek the shalom of the city”(Jeremiah 29:7)!

In recognition of National First-Generation Day, the IRC team warmly invites you to celebrate with us at the Intercultural Resource Center this Thursday, Nov. 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

This celebration will provide space to connect with other first-generation students and staff. Please register in advance, as we will be preparing food for the event.

We can’t wait to honor you as a first-gen student here at Fox!

Note: The IRC is #26 on the Newberg campus map (across from the Pennington parking lot); just look for the red door.

A group of students from a Business Communications class is recruiting volunteers for a nonprofit organization called Embrace Compassion, which serves children with cancer in Oregon. Volunteers will help at the Embrace Compassion Farm located in Sherwood.

Possible tasks include planting, harvesting, caring for animals, preparing for the farmers market, hosting families affected by cancer, and behind-the-scenes projects.

Make a difference today and sign up to volunteer here. If you have any questions, contact Kiana Kniest at kkniest23@georgefox.edu.

Join us for a heartwarming Thanksgiving celebration at Friendsview on Monday, Nov. 17, at 5:30 p.m.

This special event, sponsored by Business Communications 250 team members, brings together college students and senior residents for an evening of connection, laughter and gratitude. Enjoy bingo, conversation and delicious pie in a cozy atmosphere as we share stories, make new friends and experience the joy of community. Everyone is welcome!

If you are interested in joining, please fill out this form.

Join us for a 5K on Saturday, Nov. 15, at 9 a.m. to raise funds for the Newberg Animal Shelter. All proceeds will go toward purchasing an industrial washer and dryer. The shelter does 10 to 12 loads of laundry every day and currently has only one set.

The shelter has found homes for more than 710 animals so far this year. Your participation helps keep the shelter running smoothly so they can continue their great work!

The run will start in the quad. Check-in is at 8 a.m., followed by the race at 9 a.m.

Contact Abi Easterling at aeasterling24@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Come join the NeuroNavigators, a community of people sharing tips and tricks for navigating the world as a neurodivergent person. The meeting today (Monday) is in Ross 118 at 4 p.m., and the topic is self-advocacy.

Contact Atalia Fisher at afisher23@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Readers, writers and friends,

Registration for the English department’s Eclectic Texts Conference (ETC), “Beneath the Bonnet: The Secret World of Jane Austen,” is now open!

Join us for fascinating conversations, Regency-era dancing and an evening theatre production by registering here. The event is scheduled for Nov. 14-15.

We hope to see you there! Please email any questions to gfu-english@georgefox.edu.

Do you want your student employment paycheck to be deposited in your bank account automatically on payday? Come by the People and Culture office (206 N. Meridian St.) to sign up for direct deposit.

Fill out this form and bring either a voided check or a printed direct deposit form from your bank with your name, account number, and routing number. Many banks have these forms available to print through their online banking websites. If you can’t make it into our office, you can sign up using our Paperwork Drop Box.

If you aren’t able to sign up for direct deposit, remember that your paycheck will be available for pickup at Mail Services on the 15th of each month.

Questions? Contact our payroll team at payroll@georgefox.edu.

If your cell signal is weak in a conference room, office or basement, you can still make crystal-clear calls. The solution is Wi-Fi calling.

What is Wi-Fi calling, and why do you need it?

Wi-Fi calling lets your phone make and receive calls and texts over a Wi-Fi network instead of a weak cell network.

• It uses your regular phone number—it’s not a separate app
• It’s the perfect fix for indoor “dead zones”
• Call quality is often much clearer
• It’s included with most mobile plans at no extra cost

How to enable Wi-Fi calling (it takes 30 seconds!)

For iPhone:

1. Go to “Settings” > “Apps” > “Phone”
2. Tap “Wi-Fi Calling”
3. Toggle “Wi-Fi Calling on This iPhone” to on

For Android:

1. Go to “Settings” 
2. In the “Search Settings” bar, type “Wi-Fi Calling”
3. Tap “Wi-Fi Calling”
4. Toggle it on

Important: When you enable Wi-Fi calling, you must confirm your address for 911 emergency services. This is so emergency responders can find you.

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

The Crescent is writing an article about the various types of objects being hidden around campus. Have you noticed any ducks, snails or sticky notes in unexpected places? Yes or no, we’d love to hear your thoughts on this topic! Fill out this form by Friday, Nov. 7, to help us out.

What were the original jack-o’-lanterns carved from?

Think you know the answer? Test your knowledge and compete for prizes at Trivia Night tonight (Friday) at 7:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons. Enjoy Halloween candy and win amazing awards. Dressing up in your favorite Halloween costume is highly encouraged!

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

Events coming up:

• Dueling Pianos: Friday, Nov. 7, at 8 p.m. in Canyon Commons
• Fox Got Talent: Friday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m. in Bauman
• Winter Formal: Saturday, Nov. 22, at 7 p.m. at the Evergreen Space Museum

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The Graduate Program Fair is happening this Monday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Canyon Commons. Eighteen universities from across the Northwest will be in attendance.

This is a great opportunity for you to connect with graduate schools and consider the future of your education. Join us for this wonderful event!

Email Will Curtis at wcurtis@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The 2026-27 FAFSA is open at fafsa.gov, and now is the time to get it done! The FAFSA must be completed each year to qualify for certain grants, student employment and loans. Some federal and state funds are limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so it’s important to get in line as early as you can.

File your FAFSA by Jan. 31, but sooner is better!

If you file by Dec. 1, you’ll be entered into a drawing for the chance to win one of five $500 Early FAFSA Filer Scholarships we are giving away!

FAFSA Help Session

If you need some help completing the FAFSA, we are hosting a FAFSA Help Session in November to give you some extra one-on-one assistance! Join us from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20, at the Intercultural Resource Center (IRC) in Moore House (#26 on campus map).

Questions?

Answers to common FAFSA questions can be found on our FAFSA FAQ page. Plus, read our tips and tricks for the FAFSA article for more great info!

Contact Us

Contact your financial aid counselor via phone (503-554-2302), email (finaid@georgefox.edu), Zoom or in-person meeting. We’re here to help!

Greetings! The George Fox Chess Club will have its October meeting today (Friday) at 6 p.m. in the Murdock Library. Come and enjoy a few casual games of chess. Boards and sets will be provided.

If you are a beginner, there is no need to worry, as instruction is available for you to improve your skills. Take a study break, drop by and have fun!

Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour this Sunday, Nov. 2. Enjoy that extra hour of sleep! With the sun setting earlier, we want to make sure everyone is safe while navigating campus in the evenings. Please be aware of these visibility-focused safety tips:

• Be visible: If you’re running or walking, be sure to wear reflective clothing so you’re easier to spot.
• Light your path: Carry a flashlight to illuminate the ground in front of you. This helps drivers see you and allows you to watch for curbing and uneven surfaces in low-lit areas.
• Report outages: Help keep campus well-lit by reporting any malfunctioning outdoor lights to Campus Public Safety at 503-554-2090.
• Stay aware: Be aware of your surroundings. Limit cell phone and headset usage so you can hear and see what’s happening around you.
• Watch your step: Watch for icy areas as temperatures become colder in the evenings.

Stay safe, stay well and enjoy the extra hour!

This is your last chance to catch the fall production, Havurah! Shows play tomorrow and again on Sunday in Wood-Mar Auditorium.

And, good news: George Fox students are invited to attend either showing of the play for free! Reserve seats for the 2 p.m. or 7 p.m. show tomorrow (Saturday) or the 2 p.m. show on Sunday using your George Fox email.

To learn more about the play, visit the theatre’s Current Season page.

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions will be hosting Bruin Preview on campus today (Friday). With 500 visitors expected, we are asking students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day. Here’s what you can keep in mind:

• Guests will be arriving on campus this morning between 7:30 and 8:15 a.m. and will fill all the main campus parking lots. Students and employees are encouraged to take advantage of street parking and the Morse lot (near softball fields). Additional temporary overflow parking will be available at the Chehalem Cultural Center and the Highway 99 lot, which is right next to Steve’s Automotive; do not park in spaces marked off for Steve’s Automotive.
• Be mindful of guests in your housing area. We will have tours circulating through Newlin, Edwards, Gulley, Pennington, and HMS from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour groups will be viewing dorm lobbies and a room in each dorm.
• Plan for a much busier-than-usual lunch in Canyon Commons. Guests will be going through the main servery lines and will eat in the main dining area. If you see a family looking for a spot to sit, invite them to join you and help direct them to their next activity.
• Offer a helping hand with directions to students and their families!

If you have questions, email visit@georgefox.edu or call Lauren Hill at 503-554-2245. Thank you!

The Crescent’s third issue is here! Check out the latest news from your George Fox student-run newspaper at gfucrescent.com.

Sneak Peek:

• “Is George Fox University Still Quaker?”
• “GFU’s Marketing Ethics: In Class and in Practice”
• “Love It or Not: The Horror of Halloween”

Visit our site today!