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Contemporaries. Critics. Christians. A medievalist and a modernist respectively, C.S. Lewis and T.S. Eliot might seem like unlikely collaborators. But in the 1950s, they both found themselves on the Archbishop’s council to revise the psalter for Anglican worship.

The Fire and the Rose: C.S. Lewis & T.S. Eliot in Conversation is a new play commissioned by The Undiscovered 2026 C.S. Lewis Conference being hosted on campus. It imagines a meeting between the two literary rivals, sweeping the audience away into discussions of the nature of God and time, hilarious anecdotes, and powerful revelations.

The Fire and the Rose runs approximately 60 minutes with no intermission, and will be performed in the amphitheater. In case of bad weather, the production will be moved into the chapel.

There is only one public performance: Friday, Sept. 25, at 7:30 p.m. George Fox students and staff can reserve a free ticket when they use their George Fox email address at checkout. Click here to reserve your spot now. 

Questions? Contact Ben Tissell at btissell@georgefox.edu.

Ground your financial future today by visiting our dedicated retirement webpage. Explore how to manage your 403(b) account, calculate long-term projections, and adjust your tax-deferred contributions to build enduring financial stability.

To learn more, go to the university’s Benefits page.

Please note that the Hadlock Student Center will only be open from 6 to 8 a.m. and from 4 to 11 p.m. tomorrow during Serve Day. Events scheduled for Wednesday evening will still take place!

This is a reminder that the Bruin Bookstore will be closed during Serve Day tomorrow. See you Thursday!

Questions? Contact Anne Marie Jacob at ajacob@georgefox.edu. 

There’s still time to sign up for “AI and Leadership — a Winning Combination.” Hear former Starbucks CEO Jim Donald discuss why increasingly intelligent machines make human intention, caring and wisdom more vital than ever.

• Date: Monday, Sept. 21
• Time: 5:30 p.m. PDT
• Location: Online

Learn about George Fox’s MBA, centered on ethical leadership, and details regarding the $3,000 Alumni Advantage Scholarship. Sign up here to attend.

Questions? Contact Sean Aker, associate director of graduate admissions and MBA program admissions counselor, at saker@georgefox.edu.

If you are planning to buy, sell, or refinance a home, you can access dedicated guidance and reduced rates through the George Fox University Employee Homeownership Program. By taking advantage of this benefit, you could significantly lower standard closing costs and real estate fees.

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, Sept. 23, to explore your options:

• Program Overview Webinar (noon): Learn about your program eligibility, available discounts, and how to estimate your potential cost savings on a real estate transaction.
• Individual Consultations (1:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.): Book a one-on-one session with a program advisor to discuss your specific financing or real estate scenario.

Registration is required to attend the webinar or reserve a consultation time slot. You can sign up here.

If you have questions before registering, contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

Navigating Medicare options can feel overwhelming, but making the right healthcare choices is vital to protecting your household’s health and financial future.

To help you and your family gain clarity, George Fox has partnered with SGIA Medicare Consulting for a free, interactive virtual seminar covering Medicare Parts A–D, Advantage vs. Supplement plans, and penalty prevention. The session will feature a live Q&A.

There are two session times to choose from: Tuesday, Sept. 22, at noon or Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 3 p.m. You can register yourself, your spouse, or your parents by emailing Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu. There is a minimum of 10 participants required per session.

Hadlock is expanding its employee-only class lineup this semester! Join us on Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. for our new Employee-Only Dance Class.

Weekly Fitness Schedule:

• Employee-Only Functional Fitness: Mondays and Wednesdays at noon
• Employee-Only Dance Class: Thursdays at 4:30 p.m.
• Yoga (open to students and employees): Tuesdays at noon

To reserve your spot, log in or create an account on IMLeagues here.

Building a grounded life often begins at home. Explore home ownership resources, financing guidance, and education programs designed to assist you in buying, keeping or enhancing your home.

To learn more, visit the university’s Wellness page.

Welcome our alumni and families back to campus in style! Our exclusive apparel for Homecoming and Family Weekend is available to order here until Friday, Sept. 11. This is a temporary, online-only opportunity, so don’t wait to grab your shirt or hat for the festivities.

The football game theme that weekend is “Blue Out,” so it’s the perfect opportunity to wear your new gear.

After the shop closes on Friday, Sept. 11, all orders will be produced and shipped straight to your door on Sept. 24, in time for Homecoming and Family Weekend Oct. 9–11.

Questions? Contact Britnee Ely at bely@georgefox.edu. 

To help you navigate your path to retirement, we invite you to attend Nationwide’s complimentary virtual educational webinars hosted by local retirement specialists.

These interactive 45- to 60-minute sessions cover essential financial topics, including Social Security, living well in retirement, approaching retirement, and healthcare costs in retirement, leaving a legacy, navigating market volatility, and more.

To view the upcoming schedule and reserve your spot, visit the Teaching Webinars booking link today!

Whether you are aiming to buy your first home, sell, or refinance, the George Fox University Employee Homeownership Program is here to simplify the process and put money back in your pocket. Many participating employees save thousands of dollars off traditional loan and real estate fees through these exclusive benefits.

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, Sept. 23, and take advantage of these options:

• Information Webinar (noon): Discover key program perks, learn how to streamline your real estate journey, and calculate your potential savings.
• Private Consultation (1:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.): Have specific scenario questions? Book a personalized, one-on-one session with a dedicated benefits advisor.

Don’t miss out on this valuable workplace benefit! Click here to register for the webinar or to book your private advisor consultation.

Have questions before registering? Reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

Join former Starbucks and Albertsons CEO Jim Donald and members of the George Fox MBA Advisory Board for an exclusive online conversation entitled “AI and Leadership—a Winning Combination.”

As AI tools become part of everyday workplace life, explore how trust, purpose and human intention shape leadership in an AI-enabled environment.

• Date: Monday, Sept. 21
• Time: 5:30 p.m. PDT
• Location: Online

Gain firsthand insight into George Fox’s reimagined, AI-integrated MBA program and participate in a live Q&A session. Register online here.

Questions? Contact Sean Aker, associate director of graduate admissions and MBA program admissions counselor, at saker@georgefox.edu.

The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference is seeking student and staff volunteers for shifts over its four-day run, from Thursday, Sept. 24, through Sunday, Sept. 27.

The conference will host 250 international scholars and fans of C.S. Lewis’s writing, while also exploring the broader contributions of Inklings like J.R.R. Tolkien, Dorothy Sayers, and more. The conference is the largest C.S. Lewis gathering in the world, and a truly special biennial event on campus.

Volunteers receive free conference entry and a T-shirt. Please register here if interested!

Questions? Contact Twila LaMar at tlamar@georgefox.edu.

There are just three in-person tickets remaining for this year’s Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference, which marks the largest gathering of international Lewis scholars and fans in the world.

The conference is open to the public, so please feel free to share the registration link with family and friends, near and far. It will meet on the Newberg campus Sept. 24-27.

Unlimited online tickets are also available for purchase and viewing. George Fox staff and students have the option to attend for free, with the commitment to serving in a volunteer role. Volunteers can sign up here.

Questions? Contact Twila LaMar at tlamar@georgefox.edu.

Do you have graduate or AOD students who could use help with writing projects or citations? Do they seem to be feeling overwhelmed and stressed?

Encourage them to make an appointment with the Virtual Learning Center (VLC) for writing and general academic support. Meetings might include talking about time management, reviewing an assignment, discussing citation styles, or talking through the body paragraphs of their paper. We offer Google Meet or asynchronous 50-minute appointments.

To schedule an appointment, students should go to the TracClould icon at the bottom left corner of their Canvas course menu.

Questions? Email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu or the VLC at vlc@georgefox.edu.

Navigating Medicare doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Whether you’re approaching retirement yourself or helping a parent or spouse figure out their options, expert help is on the way.

George Fox has partnered with SGIA Medicare Consulting to bring you exclusive, interactive virtual Medicare seminars. Bring your spouse, bring your parents, and get the clarity your whole family deserves—completely free!

What you’ll learn:

• Medicare Basics Demystified: Understand Parts A, B, C, and D without the confusing jargon.
• Smart Plan Comparison: Get a clear, unbiased breakdown of Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement plans.
• Timelines & Deadlines: Learn key enrollment windows so you avoid permanent financial penalties.
• Live Q&A: Get your personal, family-specific questions answered by trusted professionals in real time.

Click either of the links below to choose the session that fits your schedule:

Option 1: Tuesday, Sept. 22 | Noon
Option 2: Tuesday, Sept. 29 | 3 p.m.

Whether you need immediate coverage answers or just want a head start on planning for the future, don’t navigate it alone. Reserve a spot for you and your family members today!

Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu. 

Whether you are looking to buy your first home, sell, or refinance, the George Fox University Employee Homeownership Program is designed to simplify the process and save you money. Most participating employees save thousands of dollars off traditional loan and real estate costs through these employer-sponsored benefits.

Attend the information webinar: Discover program perks, learn how to streamline your home buying or selling journey, and see how much you could save by attending a webinar at noon on Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Book a private consultation: Have specific scenario questions? Schedule a one-on-one session with a dedicated benefits advisor to get personalized guidance on Wednesday, Sept. 23, between 1:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.

Take advantage of this valuable workplace perk; click here to register for the upcoming webinar session or book your private advisor consultation! 

Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu. 

Bruinpalooza, our Homecoming and Family Weekend party on the quad, is happening on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.! This event is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your department, have fun, and engage with alumni, students and parents in our community.

We’d love for you to participate by hosting a booth at the big event. To find out more details and sign up, please fill out this form by Thursday, Sept. 10.

Reach out to Kelton Hedstrom in the alumni relations office at khedstrom@georgefox.edu with any questions.