The Daily Bruin

Three poets from the Newberg area will read poetry and sign books at Chapters Books at 7 p.m. this Friday, Nov. 3, as part of the bookstore’s “First Friday” open house.

All three have long connections with Newberg and George Fox.

Ed Higgins is a George Fox Emeritus Professor of Writing and Literature. He has published widely both poetry and flash fiction, including the poetry collection Near Truth Only (2022), published by Fernwood Press. He is assistant editor of the online journal Brilliant Flash Fiction.

William Jolliff recently retired as professor of English at George Fox. His poetry collections include Twisted Shapes of Light (2015) and At Rest in My Father’s House (2023). He has also published works of nonfiction and criticism.

Nancy Thomas’ poetry publications include The Secret Colors of God and Close to the Ground. She is poetry editor for Friends Journal and has a poetry collection forthcoming from Fernwood Press.

All three authors will read and sign books as part of the event.

For more information, contact Maureen Rogers at chaptersbooks@comcast.net.

Please be aware that the last day to withdraw from a class with a “W” grade is this Sunday, Nov. 5. If you review your mid-semester grades and think that it is in your best interest to withdraw from a class, you must do so in MyGeorgeFox by following these instructions  by 11:59 p.m. on Nov 5.

Withdrawal from a class records a “W” grade on your transcript. A “W” grade has no impact on your GPA. However, reducing your number of completed courses this semester may affect future semester planning. Be sure to check in with your faculty advisor or CAP coach if you have questions.

Experiencing stress, aches, pains, or just want to feel relaxed? Come get a massage from a Doctor of Physical Therapy student! Don’t miss our last event of the semester!

Our mission is to improve our community’s health by offering discounted massages to students and employees ($25) and community members ($30). We are offering 25-minute massages Friday, Nov. 10, from 3 to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 11, from 9 to 1:30 p.m. in the Medical Sciences Building (448 Werth Blvd., in Newberg).

Your contribution will help fund our medical service trip to Uganda. Donations are also welcome; there will be a tip jar on site! You can register for a massage using this Google Form.

If you have questions reach out to us at kstewart19@georgefox.edu

Tonight (Tuesday) is the Chess Club’s fall tournament and Halloween party! Candy is available, and a raffle for fun prizes may be entered by those who attend. There will be relaxed free play opportunities for those who don’t want to play in the tournament.

The event will be held in Canyon Commons 101 from 7 to 9 p.m. All skill levels are welcome.

If you have any questions, reach out to Kiernan McTaggart at kmctaggart22@georgefox.edu. Have a spooky Halloween!

George Fox is honored to have Pastor Rasool Berry, documentarian of Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom, share his film with us while he is on tour in Oregon.

We look forward to having you join us in EHS 102 from 4 to 6 p.m. tomorrow afternoon (Tuesday)! Chapel credit is available for this event.

After a screening of the film, Berry will stick around for a Q&A session, in partnership with students in the Black Student Union. The film is sponsored by Our Daily Bread: Voices.

About the film: “A black man is troubled by the legacy of American slavery and the misuse of Christianity to justify it. He travels throughout Texas and discovers how the Juneteenth holiday reveals the hope and courage that empowered the formerly enslaved and their descendants to fight for freedom in an often unjust society.”

Feel free to contact Zanne Backous at sbackous@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

The Lewis and Tolkien Society will be hosting a movie night on Friday, Nov. 3! Join us in Hoover 105 at 6:30 p.m. for a creative look into the early life of C.S. Lewis in The Most Reluctant Convert! Popcorn and soda will be provided.

Email Amber at aabrams20@georgefox.edu with any questions.

We are doctoral clinical psychology students at George Fox University 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.

We are a group of students from the university’s College of Business, and we’re organizing a service project for Camp Tilikum in Newberg. The project will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 21. Please bring rain gear and boots, as we will be raking leaves, clearing brush, and deep-cleaning indoors. All other supplies will be provided.

We would love and appreciate your help! Here is the link to sign up for the event.

If you have any questions, please contact Kara at klyda21@georgefox.edu. Thank you!

Please join us for chapel in Bauman at 10:50 a.m. this Tuesday, Oct. 31, for a Service for Prayer and Lament. During this service we will sing together, pray together, and mourn together the difficult things happening in our own lives, our community and around the world.

Please join us if you are able.

Consider joining a indoor cycling class in partnership with the Sources of Strength Club! The class will be held in Hadlock’s group fitness studio tomorrow (Saturday) from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Sources of Strength is a club and upstream suicide prevention program that aims to help people find strength through various resources, including physical health and healthy activities. This special indoor cycling class is not only focused on the physical benefits of exercise, but is also a great opportunity to practice mindfulness and gratitude. Have fun exercising in an environment open to everyone; no previous experience is required.

Please email Sara Thudium at sthudium21@georgefox.edu if you are interested in attending or have any questions. There are 14 spots available for this class!

Note: If you choose to participate, there will be mandatory gratitude practices before and after the ride, and an optional photo-op (which you may decline). Prepare to come to class a couple of minutes early in order to set up your bike.

We are excited to welcome your families to campus today through Sunday for Family Weekend! Family can be a spouse, friend, grandparents, or anyone that YOU consider family. There will be events, games, prizes, and many additional opportunities to spend quality time with your family on campus!

To view the schedule, follow this link.

Questions? Email us at parents@georgefox.edu.

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is hosting Bruin Preview today (Friday). With around 650 visitors expected on campus, we ask George Fox students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day. Here is how you can do so:

• Use street parking instead of campus parking lots. Guests will arrive on campus between 7:45 and 8:15 a.m. and will fill all the main campus parking lots.
• Be mindful of guests in your housing area. We will have housing tours circulating through Edwards, Gulley, Pennington, and HMS from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour groups will be viewing dorm lobbies and a room in each dorm.
• Plan for a 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.

As we near Halloween, the Psych Club would love to invite you to carve or paint pumpkins! Everyone is welcome. Join us in Hoover 102 tonight (Friday), from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Please RSVP by emailing Kalysta Conrad at kconrad21@georgefox.edu, and include whether you’d like to paint or carve your pumpkin. If you decide to carve and wish to keep the seeds, be sure to bring a container for them.

Thank you! We’re so excited to have you.

One of George Fox’s favorite events is upon us. Venture into a haunted house and celebrate the spooky season with a night of fright. Tomorrow (Friday) at 7 p.m., the Roberts Center will be transformed back to its old self as a “Haunted Hospital.” Wind your way through the maze of hallways and try to make it out.

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

Events coming up:

• Dream House Dance: Friday, Nov. 3, at 8 p.m. in Stevens
• Mr. Bruin: Friday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. in Bauman
• Game Night: Friday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. in Wheeler

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join the Rocket Team in learning about VentureStar X-33 with Tom Styczynski, a retired senior engineer with over 35 years of experience at Lockheed Martin (aerospace and defense corporation). He has extensive knowledge of the space and the aviation industry. This event will take place in EHS 102 this Saturday, Oct. 28, at 4 p.m.

The George Fox Rocket Team is on the lookout for new members interested in outreach coordination fundraising, helping find grants, and additional event planning. There will be a slight preference for business majors, but anyone is welcomed to step into these roles.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to to Ken Denham at kdenham20@georgefox.edu. We hope to see all of you at the event!

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is hosting Bruin Preview tomorrow (Friday). With around 650 visitors expected on campus, we are asking George Fox students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day. Here is how you can do so:

• Use street parking instead of campus parking lots. Guests will be arriving on campus Friday morning between 7:45 and 8:15 a.m. and will fill all the main campus parking lots.
• Be mindful of guests in your housing area. We will have housing tours circulating through Edwards, Gulley, Pennington, and HMS from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour groups will be viewing dorm lobbies and a room in each dorm.
• Plan for a 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!
• Ninety prospective students have opted to stay overnight tonight (Thursday) before the main event! Be mindful and welcoming of prospective students in your on-campus living areas starting at 5:30 p.m.

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

You saw us at last week’s halftime, and now it’s your turn to join us at Swing Dance Club in the Foxhole this Saturday, Oct. 28. No prior experience is necessary; all are welcome. In the spirit of Halloween, please wear a costume if you have one ready!

The basic lesson starts at 6:30 p.m. We are completely beginner-friendly! The intermediate lesson, where our leaders will be teaching “Sweetheart”, starts immediately after. The free dance officially runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m., though we’ve been known to stay longer. Advanced lessons may happen spontaneously.

If you have any questions, reach out to the club’s president, Rowan Endriss, at rendriss21@georgefox.edu.

University Recreation is hosting a Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course March 2-3, 2024. It is open to the public, and George Fox students and employees can participate at a discounted rate!

The course is a two-day introduction to general medical concepts and basic life support skills that will be helpful for anyone who spends a lot of time outside. You can register here.

If you have questions, contact AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.

Be sure to check out the Christmas Bazaar Sale at the Friendsview Retirement Community (1301 E. Fulton) between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4!

Enter through the lobby and follow the signs to the basement. Students pay half-price all day, and everything is free after 2 p.m.!

Enjoy cookies and cider while you shop for ornaments, decorations, wrapping paper and more.

If you haven’t yet stopped by, please be sure to come by the Hadlock Student Center today (Wednesday) and check out the “Gearage” Sale! Paddleboards, backpacks, outdoor gear, exercise equipment, and more are all available at reduced prices until the end of the sale, tonight at 11 p.m.!

Questions? Email AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu