The Daily Bruin

Join us this Wednesday, Sept. 10, as we engage in our annual Serve Day! All students and employees are expected to take part as we come together to serve surrounding communities.

Join us in Klages at 8 a.m. (note updated time) to pack lunches, connect with others, and kick off this meaningful day. We will host our kickoff event in the quad near Pennington Hall at 9 a.m.

Undergrads should watch for a text message on Monday morning for their serve site placement; employees should have already received an email with serve site information. We are not using the Helper-Helper app for serve site placement info this year.

Finally, employees, please do not park in the Hoover lot on Sept. 10 so serve site partners and shuttles have somewhere to park for pick-up.

Let’s make this year’s Serve Day one to remember! If you have questions, please email serveday@georgefox.edu.

Calling all student creators! Sign up to sell your goods or showcase your business at Bruinpalooza during Homecoming weekend. Bruinpalooza will take place in the quad on Saturday, Oct. 4, from noon to 3 p.m. and is a great opportunity to connect with alumni, fellow students, and community members who will be on campus for the Homecoming festivities.

We have five student vendor spots available. Register by Tuesday, Sept. 16, using this link.

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

Bruinpalooza, our annual Homecoming party on the quad, is happening on Saturday, Oct. 4, from noon to 3 p.m.! This event is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your department, have fun, and engage with alumni, students and others 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. 12.

Reach out to Kelton Hedstrom in the alumni relations office at khedstrom@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2120 with any questions.

Greetings from the Chess Club! The first Chess Club meeting will be from 1 to 3 p.m. this Monday, Sept. 8, in the Murdock Library. Boards and sets will be provided. If you are a beginner, there is instruction and coaching available.

If you stop by by Chess Club table at the Fox County Fair, you’ll have a chance to win a T-shirt.

If you want to join the club as a member or as an officer, contact club president Kiernen McTaggart at kmctaggart22@georgefox.edu.

Join us next Wednesday, Sept. 10, as we engage in our annual Serve Day! All students and employees are expected to take part as we come together to serve surrounding communities. Join us on the quad before 9 a.m. to pack lunches, connect with others, and kick off this meaningful day.

Employees, please do not park in the Hoover lot on Sept. 10 so serve site partners and shuttles have somewhere to park for pick-up.

You should have received an email with all the details about your assigned serve site. Be sure to log in to Helper Helper to check your assignment.

Let’s make this year’s Serve Day one to remember! If you have questions, please email serveday@georgefox.edu.

The “Work Safe, Be Well” initiative is going on for the whole month of September! Our Wellness and Safety Committees have teamed up to bring you a digital Bingo challenge featuring activities like ergonomic self-assessments, Safety in Motion videos, and healthy wellness habits. Complete a Bingo for the chance to win prizes.

This week, we are focusing on leveraging and positioning: we encourage you to improve your leverage by making small changes in technique. Learn more about The Position Elbows Closer™ technique to help protect your shoulders and back during everyday tasks.

Make sure to complete the related Bingo item and report your Bingos on this Google Form. Although the Bingo will close at the end of the month, we will continue sharing helpful safety and wellness tips in The Daily Bruin this fall semester.

Questions? Contact us at bewell@georgefox.edu.

Access to The New York Times expires after one year, and many people set up their accounts in the fall. To extend your access for another year, go here. See our guide for more information.

Contact researchhelp@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Department of Human Services representatives will be on-site at the Bruin Community Pantry to assist folks with signing up for food stamps (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits).

No appointment is required. The hours will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both Thursday, Sept. 11, and Thursday, Sept. 25. Stop by if you would like to speak with someone from DHS.

For more information, please contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Need help with time management or study strategies? The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is leaving the building and heading to Edwards tonight (Wednesday) from 8 to 9 p.m. We’ll be there to share our best tips on time management and study strategies. No appointment needed; just stop by and let us help you get ahead.

You are invited to join us for an off-campus retreat during the mid-semester break, Thursday, Oct. 9, through Saturday, Oct. 11.

These retreats are thoughtfully designed for a small group of 10-12 students and will take place off campus. During the retreat, participants can expect to enter into a slower pace to engage in various spiritual practices that refresh their mind, body, and spirit. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to create connections with fellow students and staff, fostering a sense of community and support.

You must fill out this application to express interest in attending. You will receive a confirmation email to let you know you’ve been selected to attend, and then you will secure your spot with a $20 deposit. The $20 covers food, lodging and transportation. Sign-ups are open until Sept. 25 or until all spots are filled.

Contact spirituallife@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

The Office for Spiritual Life is hosting Life Groups this fall from Sept. 15 through Oct. 27. Life Groups are small groups of undergraduate students who meet together for prayer, Bible study and fellowship.

Groups meet weekly (for seven weeks) for 60 to 90 minutes. Life Groups through the Office for Spiritual Life will also be SPIL-credit eligible. To sign up, please fill out this form by Thursday, Sept. 12.

Feel free to check out our Instagram for more information: @gfuspil

If you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact the spiritual life office at spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

Do you long for time and space to be still and experience Christ’s presence with others? All are welcome to join Quaker worship in the chapel from 11 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays this semester.

Contact Jay Miller at jaym@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Heads up! Keep an eye on your inbox for an important email about upcoming monthly security updates and how to spot phishing emails. This information will help you keep your accounts and our university systems safe.

The email will include details on our monthly system updates and a few quick tips to help you avoid common scams like fake job offers, gift card requests, and other suspicious emails.

Please join us in chapel this morning (Tuesday) at 10:50 a.m. to hear a message from President Baker and to worship with our student chapel band! Everyone is welcome. See you there!

Do you love football and music? Drumline has openings for two more players! We rehearse on Monday evenings, and perform at all five home football games.

Previous music experience is required (with basic music reading ability), but we have spots for both drummers (snare and tenors) as well as other musicians who haven’t played the drums before (we will teach you bass drum!).

Please contact Professor Corbin immediately at dcorbin@georgefox.edu if you are interested.

¿Quieres hablar Español? La Sobremesa is happening today (Tuesday) at noon in Armstrong House. Come to an informal, relaxed, weekly opportunity to speak, practice, and learn more Spanish. Find and get to know other people on campus who are interested and excited about learning and using languages. This event is open for faculty, staff and students.

If you have any questions, email smartinez@georgefox.edu. We hope to see you there. ¡Hasta luego!

Life transitions, such as entering a committed partnership, expanding your family or planning for future milestones, often bring new financial considerations.

In an upcoming Canopy webinar, scheduled on both Sept. 9 and Sept. 18, we will help you explore strategies to align your finances with your values, prioritize what matters most, and design a plan that supports your unique goals and lifestyle today and in the future.

Reserve a seat here.

Hola a todos! If you’re interested in practicing Spanish, the English Department invites you to Sobremesa, a time to join peers around a table (with possible snacks) in Armstrong House for casual conversation every Tuesday.

It will be very relaxed and informal, so don’t worry about your personal level of the language. We just want to create a space for everyone excited about Spanish to practice and commune with one another.

If you have any questions, email smartinez@georgefox.edu. We hope to see you there. Chau!

Need support with your academic journey? Our Virtual Learning Center (VLC) includes personalized writing consultations and academic coaching to help you succeed from anywhere.

Whether it is over Zoom or asynchronously, our consultants are here for you. To make an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas dashboard, choose the Virtual Learning Center, and find a time that works best for you.

If you have any questions, please email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu or vlc@georgefox.edu.

Looking for support to boost your academic success? The Academic Resource Center (ARC) has you covered!

From writing consultations to academic coaching, our team is here to help you excel. Stop by starting today (Monday) and make the most of our resources! To schedule an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas Dashboard or go to traccloud.georgefox.edu.

We are open Monday through Thursday from 1 to 9 p.m. and Fridays from noon to 4 p.m. If you have any questions, please email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.