Get your hands on some George Fox swag at reduced prices

Sunday, October 8th, 2023

There are fresh markdowns on apparel at the Bruin Bookstore! Red-tagged items are 25% off their marked price. Help us make room for new merchandise! In-store items only; does not apply to online sales. We may not have all sizes in all styles.

Show off your skills at the ‘Rocktober’ climbing contest on Oct. 20

Sunday, October 8th, 2023

The climbing wall’s biggest event is almost here! On Friday, Oct. 20, the climbing wall will be hosting its annual “Rocktober” competition!

This competition is the perfect place for climbers of all levels to come together and celebrate climbing! There will be divisions open for beginners, intermediate, and advanced climbers. Every registration will include a free T-shirt and access to an insane raffle! The Chick-Fil-A truck will also be making an appearance at the event!

Sessions are filling fast, so sign up now on IM Leagues at this link!

Contact Nathanael Freeman at freemann@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Check out the talent on display tonight in Bauman Auditorium

Thursday, October 5th, 2023

Brace yourselves for a jaw-dropping showcase of extraordinary talents at Fox Got Talent! The stage is set, the stakes are high. Join us tonight (Friday) at 7 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

Come watch employees and students compete in a talent show you won’t forget, and vote for your favorite act! Who will claim the $500 prize and earn that coveted Golden Buzzer?

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

Events coming up:

  • Midnight Madness: Friday, Oct. 20, at 9:30 p.m. in Wheeler
  • Haunted House: Friday, Oct. 27, at 8 p.m. in Roberts Center
  • Dream House Dance: Friday, Nov. 3, at 8 p.m. in Stevens Center

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Don’t forget about tomorrow’s miniature painting event

Thursday, October 5th, 2023

This is your last reminder to join the Critical Hit Club and the Arts and Craft Club for miniature painting tomorrow (Saturday) in Hoover 203 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. All supplies will be provided!

Contact Jesse McFarlane at ecosta20@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Use new online code to order Panda Express today to support esports

Thursday, October 5th, 2023

Got lunch plans today (Friday)? Cancel them! Instead, order in and use the online-only code 916574 at any Panda Express location in the U.S. to support the George Fox esports program!

Note: Make sure to use the code above, not the code from the previous announcement.

Support us and, at the same time, enjoy delicious food. It’s a win-win! Contact Jerry Sanchez at jsanchez@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Pick grapes grown by the Stewards of Sustainability Club near Bauman Auditorium

Thursday, October 5th, 2023

Got any grapes? The Stewards of Sustainability Club does! Our garden has a very large harvest of table grapes this year, but they won’t last on the vine much longer. Come stop by at any time and pick some! Grapes are open to anyone, and there is no limit to how much you can take.

The garden is located near Bauman Auditorium and the Roy Apartments (see this map for specifics). Enjoy!

Participate in adversity and eating research study for $15 Amazon gift card

Thursday, October 5th, 2023

We are doctoral clinical psychology students at George Fox conducting a study on adversity and eating. This study involves filling out a survey, which will take approximately 20 minutes total to complete. Participants will receive a $15 Amazon gift card upon successful completion of the survey.

If you have any questions or are interested in participating in our study, please contact the researchers, Delaney O’Brien and Natasha Eades, at adversityeatingstudy@gmail.com.

Make connections or launch your future career at Tuesday’s career fair

Thursday, October 5th, 2023

Career fairs are a great opportunity to meet potential employers, network, and learn about businesses that are interested in George Fox students! Don’t miss the next one on Tuesday, Oct. 10, in Canyon Commons from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Register on Handshake, and feel free to reach out to us at careers@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Do you have unclaimed online orders at the bookstore?

Thursday, October 5th, 2023

Do you have unclaimed online orders at the bookstore? Pick them up now, because any items unclaimed over 45 days from the date of order are forfeit to the bookstore.

The bookstore is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays. Reach out to Laura King at lking@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Support men’s tennis and enjoy free pizza tonight

Thursday, October 5th, 2023

Come support the three-time defending Northwest Conference-champion George Fox men’s tennis team as the Bruins take on UC Santa Cruz tonight (Friday) at 5:45 p.m. at the George Fox Tennis Center. You won’t want to miss it!

The match will feature the following:

  • Free Abby’s pizza for fans
  • Free admission
  • Free George Fox Tennis shirts for the first 20 fans
  • George Fox Tennis gear for sale
  • Three doubles pro-sets will start first, followed by six singles matches

Contact Jeff Cero at jcero@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Reminder: Richter Scholar proposals are due on Oct. 23

Wednesday, October 4th, 2023

Are you interested in doing research or a project? The Richter Scholars program at George Fox distributes funds to support student research/project activities that are devised, initiated, and carried out by individual student researchers, with mentorship, guidance, and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.

Students, if you are interested in doing research/project next summer, connect with a faculty mentor NOW so they can help you with your proposal. The deadline for proposals is 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 23.

Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria at this linkAll submittals will be electronic.

For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.

It’s time to make your Mr. Bruin nominations and attend Fox Got Talent

Wednesday, October 4th, 2023

Ready to watch a talent show you won’t forget? Join us tomorrow night (Friday) at 7 p.m. for Fox Got Talent in Bauman Auditorium. Watch your friends and peers compete to win $500, and vote for your favorite act!

We are bringing back Mr. Bruin. What is Mr. Bruin? It’s a pageant and competition to raise money for a local charity; this year’s charity is the Bruin Community Pantry. Know a guy on campus who will make a perfect Mr. Bruin? Nominate him using this link. The pageant will be held on Friday, Nov. 10.

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

Events coming up:

  • Midnight Madness: Friday, Oct. 20, at 9:30 p.m. in Wheeler
  • Haunted House: Friday, Oct. 27, at 8 p.m. in Roberts Center
  • Dream House Dance: Friday, Nov. 3, at 8 p.m. in Stevens Center

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

All are welcome at the School of Theology chapel on Oct. 12

Wednesday, October 4th, 2023

Come and worship with the School of Theology! Enjoy great fellowship with theology students, staff and faculty next Thursday, Oct. 12, from 10:50 to 11:30 a.m. in Canyon Commons 101.

Rather than a traditional worship service, we will have roundtable talks, prayers, and fun! Lunch will be provided; there is no university chapel credit. Anyone and everyone (non-theology students, university employees, etc.) is welcome!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Sunggu Yang at syang@georgefox.edu.

Have your study abroad questions answered at Oct. 10 info meeting

Wednesday, October 4th, 2023

Are you interested in studying abroad? The Center for Study Abroad will be having an information meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m. in EHS 102.

Come to the meeting for more details about specific programs, the application process, and application due dates. Study abroad ambassadors will also be in attendance to answer questions and offer guidance.

Questions? Can’t make the meeting? Email David Martínez at dmartinez@georgefox.edu or stop by the Center for Study Abroad.

Check out hours and info about the Maker Hub’s wood shop

Wednesday, October 4th, 2023

Do you like woodworking? Do you have a class project that needs to be built out of wood? The Maker Hub has a comprehensive wood shop (view info at this link) stocked with all the tools and equipment you need for woodworking.

Currently, our wood shop is open these hours:

  • Mondays: 2 to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thursdays: 4 to 6 p.m.
  • Fridays: 2 to 4:30 p.m.

We have an amazing group of experienced woodworking volunteers who can teach all sorts of woodworking skills and guide you through your project. Please contact Nick Sullivan at nsullivan@georgefox.edu if you have any questions about our wood shop.

Take part in living-area chapels today

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

We are excited to have living-area chapels today (Wednesday)! This is a time of worship and fellowship for you and your living areas. You don’t want to miss it. Chapel credit will be offered!

Here is the schedule:

  • Pennington: 6 p.m., Pennington Lobby
  • Brandt and Edwards Halls: 6 p.m., Canyon Commons 101
  • Hobson, Macy and Sutton Halls & the Suites: 7:30 p.m., Canyon Commons 101
  • Le Shana, Gulley Hall and Newlin: 7:30 p.m., Roberts 170
  • Houses & Apartments: 7:30 p.m., Bauman Greenroom

We hope to see you there! Contact Debrianna DeBolt at ddebolt@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Check out these Hispanic heritage engagement recommendations compiled by the IRC

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 through Oct. 15), the Intercultural Resource Center has compiled additional recommendations for engagement, crowdsourced from the George Fox community for the George Fox community. Check them out here.

This resource lists restaurants to try, music to listen to, books to read, movies to watch (including movies to watch with us at the IRC … come join us for Watch Party Wednesdays today and next week at 2:30 p.m.). Be sure to check it out.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, George Fox!

Paint miniatures this Saturday with the Arts and Crafts Club and Critical Hit Club

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

Attention artists and adventurers! The Arts and Crafts Club and Critical Hit Club are hosting a miniature painting event this Saturday, Oct. 7, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. in Hoover 203.

Join us for an afternoon of fun as we paint tiny figurines that can be used as board game characters, collectibles, or simply a fun art activity! All materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own miniatures as well.

Feel free to contact Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Be aware of federal test of emergency alert system today

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

Today, the federal government will be conducting a nationwide test of the emergency alert system, so do not be alarmed when you receive it.

The test messages will be sent to all cell phones, televisions and radios. It is scheduled to begin at about 11:20 a.m. Pacific time.

Read this article to learn more.

Swing by the Pre-Dental Club meeting this afternoon

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

We are having a Pre-Dental Club meeting today (Wednesday) at 3 p.m. in Stevens 209. Stop by to connect with other pre-dental students and eat some snacks!

Feel free to reach out to Elizabeth Rodriguez at erodriguezgarcia21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.