The Daily Bruin

Grab your bears – we’ll see you tomorrow (Friday) at 6 p.m. for our annual Teddy Bear Toss!

You can either bring a new stuffed animal to toss or purchase one at the ticket table for the women’s basketball game. Following the women’s game, we invite you to stay and join us in honoring our men’s basketball seniors before their 8 p.m. tipoff.

Don’t forget to rock your Bruin Blue for a senior night Blue Out, and get ready to toss your teddy bear during halftime!

Tickets can be purchased at the door or online using this link. Students, faculty and staff have free entry with a George Fox ID.

If you have any questions, please contact Jenéa Walters at jshoemaker@georgefox.edu.

Do you have any neck or upper-back pain? Our physical therapy students (along with licensed clinicians) will have a chance to evaluate your neck and upper back and set you up for success while getting you back to what you want/love to do!

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program will host a DPT patient evaluation day from 8 to 11:30 a.m. on Monday, March 11, in the Medical Sciences Building (448 Werth Blvd).

If you would like to participate/sign up/want more information, please email Li-Zandre Philbrook at lphilbrook@georgefox.edu for a spot. This will be a free event.

The marketing communications team is looking for a few third-, fourth-, sixth- or seventh-grade kids to participate in a video promoting teaching programs at George Fox. We’ll be asking them questions about a teacher who’s made an impact on them – what they learned from their teacher, etc. Our video shoot is scheduled for this Monday, Feb. 19 (Presidents Day).

Filming will take place on campus and take less than 30 minutes. If you have a child who would be interested in participating, please email Rachel Brumfield at rbrumfield@georgefox.edu.

Join us at the City of Stars Banquet: A Jazz Swing Dance Night on Friday, Feb. 23!

Reserve your table for live music, delicious dining, and swing dance lessons. A table seats eight to 10 people; if your group has fewer than eight, you may be seated with another party. Formal attire is recommended. Don’t miss the swingin’ fun! Book your spot now!

Are you looking for love? Or maybe just a free dinner with a pretty cool person? Student Activities is looking for participants to be a part of our Dating Game, scheduled to take place at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 1, in Bauman Auditorium! Click the link to sign up.

Here is a rundown of campus events coming up soon:

• Jazz Swing Night: Friday, Feb. 23, at 8:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons
• The Dating Game: Friday, March 1, at 7 p.m. in Bauman
• Throwback Dance: Friday, March 8, at 7p.m. in Stevens
• Escape Rooms: Friday, March 15, TBD

If you have any questions, please reach out to activities@georgefox.edu.

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. The greatest of these is love (1 Corinthians 13:13). Happy Valentine’s Day! Did you know that February is American Heart Month? In the spirit of love, join the wellness committee in extending love to ourselves and others by adopting heart-healthy habits.

Read the February Wellness Newsletter for tips and resources to improve your physical, spiritual, social, and emotional heart health.

This is an open invitation to discuss student government (otherwise known as the Associated Student Community, or ASC). This group helps the institution understand the undergraduate community while providing resources and seeking to advocate to be change agents in and for the community. The different roles are varied and can be found here.

Each year, these individuals are voted into their roles. The election season begins in a few weeks and will gear up in March. ASC will send out additional details in the coming days.

In the meantime, if you would like to speak about the roles and the aspirations of the student government, Associate Dean of Students Dave Johnstone would be happy to do so over coffee or a meal! Costs will be fully covered. 

Feel free to reach out to David at djohnsto@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

The Balance And Strength Exercise class (B.A.S.E. CAMP) is back! George Fox’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program is offering free biweekly exercise classes beginning Feb. 23 through April 12 on Mondays and Fridays. This is open to individuals of all ages who are interested in improving their strength and balance while having fun with DPT students and faculty!

The class will be held in the Medical Sciences Building from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. There is a screening date on Monday, Feb. 19, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. View the flier here for more details, and please email physicaltherapy@georgefox.edu to sign up. Limited spots are available.

Feel free to reach out to Bethany Nguyen at bnguyen@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join a special yoga and cycle fusion class for Love Your Body Week! Participants will do 30 minutes of cycle and 30 minutes of yoga. This unique blend promises a holistic wellness experience, perfect for those looking to try something new and celebrate the mind-body connection.

The special class will take place on Thursday, Feb. 22, from 5 to 6:10 p.m. Seize this opportunity to embrace self-love! Limited spots are available; sign up here.

Please contact Eden Del Valle at edelvalle21@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Ever wonder if blockchain and crypto is a scam? Join the Reiten Lecture Series in Hoover 105 on Monday, Feb. 19, from 7 to 8 p.m. to find out.

During the lecture, you’ll hear an overview of blockchain and crypto from a George Fox graduate with experience from big-name companies, such as Goldman Sachs and Deloitte. Get a taste of some of the most interesting trends to watch, and learn why these concepts have the potential to impact every life on earth.

The lecture will end with a few humble perspectives on changing the world; social hour and appetizers will follow. Registration is not required.

Please contact Aidan Randall at arandall21@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The Office of Financial Aid is partnering with the Academic Resource Center (ARC) to offer a writing workshop for donor-funded scholarship applications!

The workshop will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 20, in the ARC (Murdock Library, first floor) from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. There will be a total of 24 individual appointments offered (15 minutes each) for traditional undergraduate students. You must sign up for an appointment in person at the ARC front desk. The deadline to sign up is Monday, Feb. 19, and no drop-ins will be accepted during the workshop.

You will need to bring a laptop to your appointment. While ARC staff are happy to help you brainstorm your answers, it is best to have a rough draft ready so they can help you with content editing, proofreading, and clarity.

Students who have already completed their applications may edit their answers and resubmit, and are eligible to sign up for this event. All students who initially submitted applications by Feb. 15 will still remain in the Early Bird Scholarship drawing, even if they resubmit after the Early Bird deadline.

Appointment slots are expected to fill quickly! If you are unable to attend the event, but still want to work with an ARC consultant, you may schedule an appointment during their normal office hours using this link. The final deadline to apply for our donor-funded scholarships is March 1.

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Financial Aid at finaid@georgefox.edu or visit us on the second floor of the Stevens Center during our drop-in hours (Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.). We will be out of office Friday, Feb. 16, for mid-semester break.

The Hadlock Student Center has modified hours for mid-semester break. Recreational facilities will be available for normal use whenever Hadlock is open.

Please note that group exercise classes, intramural sports, and top-rope climbing will not be available during mid-semester break.

Here are our modified hours:

• Thursday, Feb. 15: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Friday, Feb. 16: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 17: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Sunday, Feb. 18: 2 to 10 p.m.
  

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

We’re thrilled to announce this year’s Teddy Bear Toss, presented in collaboration with Team Emery, founded by George Fox baseball alumnus, Emery Miller! Learn more about Team Emery here.

Mark your calendars for this Friday, Feb. 16, at 6 p.m., when you can either bring a new stuffed animal to toss or purchase one at the ticket table for the women’s basketball game. Following the women’s game, we invite you to stay and join us in honoring our men’s basketball seniors before their 8 p.m. tipoff.

Let’s flood the stands with Bruin Blue for a senior night “Blue Out,” and get ready to toss your teddy bear during halftime of senior night!

Tickets can be purchased at the door or online through this link. Students, faculty and staff have free entry with a George Fox ID.

If you have any questions, please contact Jenéa Walters at jshoemaker@georgefox.edu.

Help the Sexual Misconduct CARE team know how to better support and care for our campus!

In partnership with Higher Education Data Sharing Consortium (HEDS), the CARE team is conducting a Sexual Assault Campus Climate Survey. This is a completely anonymous survey conducted by a third party to help us to access our efforts and help our team create a more supportive and safe campus.

For filling out the survey you will have the opportunity to enter a drawing for one of six $25 Amazon gift cards. You will be directed to a separate form to enter; please note that by entering the drawing we will know you took the survey, but your name will not be connected to your entry.

To take the survey, please check your student email. Each student has received an email with a unique link to take the survey.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Carlee Anglin, our equity specialist, at canglin@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2317.

Do you have stress, aches, pains, or just want to feel relaxed? Come by to get a massage from a Doctor of Physical Therapy student!

Our mission is to improve our community’s health by offering 25-minute discounted massages to students, employees and community members for $25. Massages will take place on Friday, Feb. 23, from 1:30 to 5:30 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. Thank you for your generosity in supporting our trip!

If you have any questions, reach out to Karlie Stewart at kstewart19@georgefox.edu.

Are you interested in traveling abroad, but can’t fit studying abroad into your major? Luckily for you, the Center for Study Abroad offers a three-week immersive traveling experience every year during May term. Juniors Abroad offers a variety of trips to numerous countries and continents.

If you are an eligible sophomore or junior or just want to learn more, be sure to come to the informational meeting on Monday, Feb. 26, at 6 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. This meeting will go over the application process and requirements for Juniors Abroad 2025.

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

Wish you knew more about money? Anxious about doing finances on your own? Looking to build upon what you are already doing well?

If so, join the Financial Planning Club at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 28, in Hoover 105 for our “Personal Finance: Fight Night.” Free pizza will be served while supplies last!

Come dive into four money science topics that are valuable regardless of your major. At the end of the event we will discuss some common personal finance myths. Do you believe in some of them? Come and find out!

Please email the GFU Financial Planning team at fp@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Experience an art exhibition, “A Call to Consciences: Reflecting and Embracing the Work of Martin Luther King Jr.,” at the Chehalem Cultural Center (415 E. Sheridan St.)

The body of work features a collaboration of George Fox graphic design majors and artwork by professor Marvin Eans. This three-part reflective exhibition will feature a timeline of Dr. King’s life and work, artwork inspired by his speeches, and a community interactive mural.

A reception for the exhibition is set from 5 to 7 p.m. this Friday, Feb. 16, at the center. Contact Marvin at means@georgefox.edu for more information.

Love donuts? Want to support a medical service trip to Costa Rica?

Take a dozen to your next meeting or make a special someone’s day. Fifty-percent of proceeds will support nursing students on their service trip to Costa Rica this May.

Simply click on this link, order your donuts, and pick them up at your local Krispy Kreme store. The link is valid Feb. 8 through March 9.

Got questions? Contact Kira Sandau at ksandau@georgefox.edu.

Join Tuesday Health Talk this week tomorrow (Feb. 13) at 3 p.m. Each person has unique needs; your plan offers a mix of both services and health solutions to help cater to these.

Learn about Providence’s robust mental health resources for you and your family. Additional details can be found here.

Please contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The campus community is invited to a complimentary lunch with guest Dr. Michael Lamb tomorrow (Tuesday).

The lunch event, titled “What’s Hope Got to Do with It: Politics in a Time of Presumption and Despair,” runs from noon to 1:20 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101 (please note room change). During the session, our very own Dr. Joseph Clair will interview Lamb about his most recent book, A Commonwealth of Hope: Augustine’s Political Thought, which offers a novel interpretation of Augustine’s political thought and recovers his virtue of hope to inform contemporary politics. Lamb’s research focuses on the ethics of citizenship and the role of virtues in public life.

Guests are invited to go through the cafeteria line and join us for the talk, which will begin shortly after noon.

In addition, faculty are also invited and encouraged to join Lamb at 3 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101 (note room change) that afternoon for a discussion, “Character Formation in the University: Ten Lessons from the Front Lines.”

Lamb is the F. M. Kirby Foundation Chair of Leadership and Character, executive director of the Program for Leadership and Character, and associate professor of interdisciplinary humanities at Wake Forest University. He is also an associate fellow of the Oxford Character Project.

Contact Sarah Taylor at taylors@georgefox.edu with any questions.