The Daily Bruin

The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is here to support your academic success! Whether you need help with writing – from brainstorming to final edits – or personalized academic coaching to stay on track, our team is ready to assist you.

To make an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas Dashboard. We are open Monday through Thursday from 1 to 9 p.m. and Friday from noon to 4 p.m.

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

Would you like to improve your ability in these areas?

• Helping people who disagree on important things feel safe and hopeful
• Listening with empathy and building trust and cooperation
• Being a better bridge-builder in our community
• Possibly equipping yourself to be a table moderator at Community Conversations

If you resonate with any or all of these goals, you should join us for a Conversation Moderator Basic Training workshop tomorrow (Wednesday) from 7 to 8:45 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

Sponsored by the George Fox Civility Project and the Newberg/Dundee United as Neighbors group, this workshop will be led by George Fox Civility Project Director Ron Mock and Student Care and Student Life Operations Specialist Jere Witherspoon. It is open to the public, including anyone on campus.

Please let Ron or Jere know if you are interested in coming, or if you have questions, at rmock@georgefox.edu or jwithers@georgefox.edu. You are welcome to come even if you haven’t contacted us in advance.

1098-T tuition tax statements for 2024 are now available online in MyGeorgeFox. To access your form, log into MyGeorgeFox and go to the “Financial Account” tile, then select “Account Services” and then “View 1098-T.” The PDF can be downloaded and shared with whomever is handling your taxes. We are unable to distribute these for you.

If you did not fill out the electronic consent form and you qualified for a 1098-T, the form will be printed out and sent to your mailing address.

If you have any questions, reach out to the student accounts office at studentaccounts@georgefox.edu.

Information is needed to assist the Newberg Police in identifying an unknown young female driving a red passenger car. On Jan. 12, 2025, between 3 and 3:30 p.m., this motorist struck a person at a crosswalk at Sheridan Street and Meridian Street.

The people concerned will be the only ones exchanging information. The Newberg Police Department would appreciate any assistance. Please call Officer Sattler of the Newberg Police Department at 503-538-8321 if you have any information.

Need help with APA? Join the Academic Resource Center for an APA workshop with Sue O’Donnell, taking place on Tuesday, Feb. 4, from 5 to 6 p.m. in Hoover 105. Learn the details of APA style, including formatting, citations, references, writing style, and more.

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

Join us in Bauman Auditorium on Friday, Feb. 7, at 7:30 p.m. for an exciting performance by jazz musician Johnaye Kendrick in “An Evening of Jazz.” Staff and students each may have one complimentary ticket to this event, provided they use their own email at check-out.

Find out more and order tickets here. Contact Kathy Harris at kharris@georgefox.edu with any questions.

You’re invited to join us for an off-campus retreat during mid-semester break from Feb. 13-15.

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 a slower pace to engage in various spiritual practices that refresh their minds, bodies and spirits. Additionally, students will 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 Jan. 31.

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

Find a mask and wear it well, your identity no one can tell.

The honor of your presence is requested at the Sadie Hawkins masquerade ball on Feb. 7. Tickets are for sale this week in Canyon Commons. Tickets are $20, and we take cash or card. These sell out every year, so get them before they are gone.

Tickets are sold in Canyon Commons at these times (subject to change if sold out):

• Jan. 27 (Monday) from 5-7 p.m.
• Jan. 28 (Tuesday) from noon to 2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.
• Jan. 29 (Wednesday) from noon to 2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.
• Jan. 30 (Thursday) from noon to 2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.

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

Events coming up:

• Club Fair: Jan. 31 at 6 p.m. in Hadlock
• Sadie Hawkins: Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Crystal Ballroom
• Lip Sync: Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. in Bauman

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The Friendsview Resale Garage Sale will take place on Jan. 31 (Friday) from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Feb. 1 (Saturday) from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

On Saturday, get 50% off everything or fill a bag for $3 (George Fox students get 50% off both days). Find great deals on kitchenware and other household items.

Thank you to all who made us aware of the most recent phishing campaign. For those unfamiliar with phishing, please see below for a quick refresher.  

What to Expect

• The phishing email may appear to be from a legitimate source or offer you something. However, it will attempt to trick you into revealing sensitive information or taking a specific action. Please note that logging into an unknown website or application will reveal your username and password to that website or application. This is one way your username and password can be stolen.

How to Identify Phishing Emails

• Be cautious. Be wary of emails that:
  • Create a sense of urgency or panic
  • Request sensitive information
  • Have spelling or grammar errors
  • Contain suspicious links or attachments
  • Offer something too good to be true (free stuff) or ask for money
• Verify the sender. Check the sender’s email address to ensure it is legitimate. Look for mistakes in spelling or grammar, and be cautious of unfamiliar senders.
• Don’t click. Never click on links or attachments from suspicious emails. Instead, contact the sender directly to verify their identity.
• Don’t respond. And don’t ever give an unknown person any money!

What to Do

1. 1. Mark as spam. If you receive a phishing email, mark it as spam immediately.
   2. Report to IT. Forward the email to our IT department at servicedesk@georgefox.edu so we can investigate and block future messages.
   3. Reach out to the sender through a different channel than how you were contacted, to ask about the legitimacy.

Your Cooperation

Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions, email servicedesk@georgefox.edu.

Join us on Monday, Jan. 27, between 4 and 5:30 p.m. to celebrate the solo exhibition of Rebecca Sandberg during her show reception at the Minthorne Gallery.

This is an open-house-style event with light refreshments. Please drop by and support the artist, and don’t miss her artist talk from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Chehalem Cultural Center following the reception.

For more information, reach out to Chandler Brutscher at cbrutscher@georgefox.edu.

SpiL trips are travel opportunities that challenge students to see, taste, listen, discover and learn through service alongside our global Christian partners in the context of their cultures, communities and complexities. On these trips, they can model Christian peacemaking, empowerment and community development at its best!

Applications are due today (Friday), so sign up now to be a part of these trips:

• Yakama Reservation: During this spring break opportunity (March 22-29), students will be able to experience Yakama Reservation’s community and the ministries of Mending Wings through their SLAM (Students Learning About Missions) program. This trip costs $390 with minimal additional fundraising. Apply here.
• Philadelphia: Learn and serve the Philly Dream Center on art and design-related service projects, urban immersion and compassionate outreach, and join in on a possible Hurricane Ida disaster relief project in partnership with World Renew. This trip will take place May 8-13, costing $790 plus fundraising. There are only a few spots left for this trip! Apply to go here.
• Cuba: Experience cultural immersion and service-learning opportunities around psychological research and missions with Dr. Kelly Chang and partners of Forward Edge international. This trip lasts from April 29 to May 20, costing $1,400 plus fundraising. Fill out the interest form here.

More information can be found at georgefox.edu/SpilTrips. If you have any questions, reach out to spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Greetings! The 2025 kickoff of the Chess Club is here!

We will be meeting Friday, Jan. 24, at 1:30 p.m. in the main area of the library. There will be boards and pieces provided. Bring yourself and a friend!

Reach out to Kiernan McTaggart at kmctaggart22@georgefox.edu for more information.

You’re invited to join us for an off-campus retreat during mid-semester break from Feb. 13-15. 

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 a slower pace to engage in various spiritual practices that refresh their minds, bodies, and spirits. Additionally, students will connect with fellow students and staff, fostering a sense of community and support.

You must fill out this application by Jan. 31 to express interest in attending. After submitting, 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. This fee covers food, lodging, and transportation.

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

Would you like to improve your ability in these areas?

• Helping people who disagree on important things feel safe and hopeful
• Listening with empathy and building trust and cooperation
• Being a better bridge-builder in our community
• Possibly equipping yourself to be a table moderator at Community Conversations

If you resonate with any or all of these goals, you should join us for a Conversation Moderator Basic Training workshop Wednesday, Jan. 29 from 7 to 8:45 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

Sponsored by the George Fox Civility Project and the Newberg/Dundee United as Neighbors group, this workshop will be led by George Fox Civility Project Director Ron Mock and Student Care and Student Life Operations Specialist Jere Witherspoon. It is open to the public, including anyone on campus.

Please let Ron or Jere know if you are interested in coming, or if you have questions, at rmock@georgefox.edu or jwithers@georgefox.edu. You are welcome to come even if you haven’t contacted us in advance.

On Friday, Jan. 24, George Fox will be hosting 14 Christian camps that have summer job opportunities available for you. The event will be held in Canyon Commons from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Even if you’re not looking for summer work, pop in for a few minutes to say hi and get a better feel for this dynamic ministry. You can always use the networking practice, right?

Email Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Please join the College of Physical Therapy for our 11th annual research symposium Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Medical Science Building, which is located at 448 Werth Blvd. in Newberg.

Physical therapy doctoral faculty and third-year students will showcase various rehabilitation research topics.

Questions? Please contact Samantha Skaggs at sskaggs@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2451.

You may have noticed that temperatures are expected to drop into the middle and upper 20s overnight this week, causing ice to possibly form on surfaces. Please be extra cautious of slippery conditions in parking lots, stairways and shaded areas.

Here are some helpful tips for walking safely on icy surfaces.

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!

OREC is hosting a spring break information session tomorrow (Thursday) at 7 p.m. Sign up here.

Everyone who attends this session will receive $50 off the trip of their choice, and will be entered in a drawing to receive an additional $100 off!

Email Megan Tollisen at mtollisen21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.