The Daily Bruin

Today and tomorrow (Thursday and Friday) have the potential for wild winter weather, from freezing rain to snowy conditions. Safety is our top priority, and we ask that you take extra care when commuting, walking around campus, entering buildings, and moving between locations. Please keep the following in mind:

• Drive safely: Allow extra time for your commute and reduce your speed to account for slippery roads.
• Walk carefully: Watch for icy patches on sidewalks, parking lots and entryways. Use designated walkways whenever possible. Check out these safety tips.
• Report hazards: If you notice any areas with dangerous ice buildup, please report them to Plant Services or to your building monitor.

Let’s work together to ensure a safe and productive environment during these winter months. Thank you for your attention and cooperation. If you have any questions, contact Kim Knoernschild at kknoernschild@georgefox.edu.

Join us for an interactive live cooking demonstration and wellness Q&A as part of our Healthy Nutrition Campaign on Friday, Feb. 21, from noon to 1 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

Watch Chef Ryan Garalde create a delicious, health-conscious dish while a Bon Appétit dietitian leads a live-streamed wellness presentation and Q&A. Enjoy a complimentary lunch, gain valuable nutrition insights, and experience the joy of healthy eating!

Space is limited to 25 participants, so register now to secure your spot. We can’t wait to see you there!

Secure your spot by registering here. We hope to see you there!

Here is a reminder to register for a BruinBuy training session. For the next four weeks, we will hold weekly virtual training sessions on Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. Please click here to register.

If you would like a one-on-one session, please click this link to view available slots.

Please email procurement-bruinbuy@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Take advantage of the two-day flash sale at the Bruin Bookstore and get a pair of third-generation Apple AirPods for $99. This sale is online only, so head over to bkstr.com/georgefoxstore on Feb. 17 or Feb. 18.

The Bruin Bookstore will be open tomorrow (Thursday) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will be closed all day on Friday. Enjoy the mid-semester break!

Looking to get professionally certified in outdoor medicine? University Recreation will be hosting a wilderness first aid course in just a few weeks. We will bring in professionally certified instructors that utilize classroom and lifelike scenario learning. Register here.

Contact Nathanael Freeman at freemann@georgefox.edu with questions.

Registration for science outreach youth classes is now open for children ages 6 through 14! Check out the Science Outreach website for course descriptions and registration.

The programs are six weeks long, beginning the week of Feb. 24. Contact scienceoutreach@georgefox.edu for more information.

Mark your calendar! The Woolman Peacemaking Forum is just around the corner, and you won’t want to miss this important conversation taking place on Tuesday, Feb. 25, in Hoover 105.

The 3:30 to 5 p.m. Woolman Peacemakers Panel features four perspectives, including a Christian Palestinian living in the West Bank, a Christian of Syrian descent, a Quaker with field experience, and a Jewish man from a Zionist background who was transformed by his work in Gaza.

Panelists will address the following questions about the current crisis in Israel and Palestine:

• How did we get here (a historic perspective)?
• Why should I care (a Christian perspective)?
• What can I do (a call to peacemaking and justice)?
• The panel event will be followed by a Q&A session, as well as an appetizer reception and exhibitor hall.

The 6 to 8 p.m. Woolman lecture will be presented by Dr. Lamma Mansour. She will give a message entitled, “Bearing Witness: A Christian Palestinian Cry for Justice and Peace.” The lecture will be followed by a time of Q&A.

Both events are available via livestream. Livestream link and additional information can be found at georgefox.edu/woolmanforum.

If you have questions, contact Tamara Wytsma at twytsma@georgefox.edu.

Would you like to have Dr. Lamma Mansour, this year’s Woolman Peacemaking Forum scholar, visit your class?

Dr. Lamma Mansour is a Christian Palestinian and Rhodes Scholar from Nazareth, Israel. She holds a DPhil and MPhil in social policy and intervention from the University of Oxford, and also earned a BSc in psychology from the University of Haifa. She is an international speaker contributing to conversations on the intersection of faith and society. Her research centers on young people in Israel/Palestine.

Mansour will be on campus Feb. 24-26. If you would like to have her present in your class or visit for a Q&A, please contact Tamara Wytsma at twytsma@georgefox.edu.

University Procurement Services is pleased to announce that we are nearing the launch of BruinBuy, our new e-procurement system, powered by Unimarket.

For the next four weeks, we will hold weekly virtual training sessions on Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m. Please click here to register.

If you would like a one-on-one session, please click this link to view available slots.

Please email procurement-bruinbuy@georgefox.edu with any questions.

As part of our nutrition campaign, you’re invited to a live cooking demonstration from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21, in Canyon Commons. This event is organized by Bon Appetit and sponsored by the Wellness Committee.

The session will feature a streamed wellness presentation and Q&A led by a Bon Appetit dietitian, along with a live cooking demonstration by chef Ryan Garalde. Lunch will be provided for attendees. Space is limited to 25 participants, so be sure to sign up soon!

Secure your spot by registering here (link has been updated from Friday’s announcement). We hope to see you there!

As part of our nutrition campaign, you’re invited to a live cooking demonstration from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 21, in Canyon Commons. This event is organized by Bon Appetit and sponsored by the Wellness Committee.

The session will feature a streamed wellness presentation and Q&A led by a Bon Appetit dietitian, along with a live cooking demonstration by chef Ryan Garalde. Lunch will be provided for attendees. Space is limited to 25 participants, so be sure to sign up soon!

Secure your spot by registering here. We hope to see you there!

The 2025 Collegiate Day of Prayer is coming up on Thursday, Feb. 27. Parent and Family Programs invite you to join us in a day devoted to prayer for the students, faculty and administration of George Fox. We welcome our families and George Fox community to take time during this day to pray from your homes or work as you feel led.

Throughout the day you can look to our social media outlets (George Fox University Parents on Facebook or georgefoxfamilies on Instagram) for prayer direction. Our campus pastoral team also created this liturgy of prayer page as another resource to help guide you as you pray.

This is a virtual event! If you have additional questions, please contact Megan Fisher at mfisher@georgefox.edu.

Inflation is cutting into our household budgets, creating all kinds of challenges for individuals and families – especially when it comes to maintaining a diet rich in healthy foods.

The good news: There are lots of great options that won’t put a strain on your wallet. Check out the resources below, and learn how to eat well and eat smart.

• These budget-friendly bites pack a lot of nutrients. With a little planning and a few simple swaps, wholesome meals are accessible for any budget.
• A recent study indicates that each American wastes an average of 238 pounds of food annually. Try out these eight kitchen tips to reduce food waste and make the most of every food you buy. 

The Wellness Committee also invites you to explore a wealth of lifestyle resources and tools offered by Providence. We want you to be healthy – for life.

Join us in Bauman Auditorium tomorrow night (Friday) at 7:30 p.m. for an exciting “Evening of Jazz” performance by Grammy-winning jazz musician Johnaye Kendrick. Staff and students each may have one complimentary ticket, provided they use their own email at checkout.

Kendrick is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger and educator. She received a Bachelor of Music from Western Michigan University, a Master of Music from Loyola University, and an Artist Diploma from the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz.

In 2014, she founded her johnygirl record label in an effort to release honest music representative of her world. On this label she has recorded, produced, and released two albums: HERE, a collection of heartfelt originals, and FLYING, a collection of original works and thoughtful arrangements of jazz standards and contemporary works.

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

As we move further into the semester, remember that the library is here to help with resources and research help.

The research help team consists of four faculty librarians with expertise in managing and navigating academic literature and search tools. Send us your questions online, email your program librarian directly, or make a one-on-one appointment with a librarian in our offices or over Zoom.

Help is available in the evening until 9 p.m. and on weekends! Send your questions to the on-call librarian via the “Ask a Librarian” form, or email researchhelp@georgefox.edu.

For more details and contact information, visit our website under the “Research Help” menu item.

It’s important to understand your health and wellness during each phase of life. Staying healthy allows you to keep moving and enjoying the activities you love.

Join our Providence experts as they guide you through the common health experiences women face and how awareness can benefit you. This is a complementary event held on Tuesday, Feb. 18, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. You have the option to join virtually or in person at 9427 S.W. Barnes Road in Portland. Registration is required.

Learn more and register at this link.

It’s American Heart Month, and the Providence Heart Institute and Boston Scientific have partnered together to bring you a podcast focused on heart health, Heart Matters. Each episode covers a different topic surrounding heart health and is presented by cardiologists who are committed to making a positive difference in their patients lives.

Use this link to browse and listen to the Heart Matters podcast.

Providence will be on campus today (Wednesday) from 10 a.m. to noon in Canyon Commons 101. Walk-ins are welcome if you have questions about your health plan, need help finding a provider, or want to explore resources like MyProvidence, value-added benefits, health coaching, behavioral health support, care management, or express care. Stop by at your convenience.

Take advantage of this opportunity to get personalized assistance; no appointment needed!

Have you ever wanted to see what Student Activities is up to? If so, sign up to be a chaperone!

We have a great opportunity for you to chaperone at the Crystal Ballroom for our Sadie Hawkins dance this Friday, Feb. 7. If you are interested, please complete this form.

If you have any questions, please contact Kara Holcombe at kholcombe@georgefox.edu.

More events coming up soon:

• Club Fair: Jan. 31 at 6 p.m. in Hadlock
• Lip Sync: Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. in Bauman
• Murder Mystery Dinner: Feb. 28 in Canyon Commons

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.