The Daily Bruin

Have you thought about studying abroad? This is a great opportunity to find out more about some of our programs with Veritas.

A representative from Veritas will be on campus from 5 to 6 p.m. today (Tuesday) in Stevens 109. Veritas program locations include Costa Rica, Czech Republic, France, New Zealand, Peru, Rome, Spain and others.

Stop by for a chance to connect with our representative, get information, and ask questions.

Questions? Contact Wendi Upjohn-Hankel at wupjohn@georgefox.edu or David Martinez at dmartinez@georgefox.edu.

Looking for a way to stay active and connect with others? The GroupX Run Club is here to bring runners of all levels together in a supportive and encouraging environment. Our first run will be for 40 minutes tomorrow (Wednesday) at 6:30 a.m. We hope to see you there. We will meet outside the Hadlock Student Center.

Why join?

• To build a sense of community while working toward your goals
• To stay accountable with group support
• Enjoy the benefits of running in a low-pressure, inclusive setting

Whether you’re new to running or looking to continue your journey with a group, this is a chance to connect, stay motivated, and enjoy the process with others. Sign up here.

Contact fitness@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Starting today, we are launching a staff-only Functional Fitness class, designed for all fitness levels! Join us in Hadlock every Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 12:30 p.m. Whether you’re flying solo or bringing a coworker (or spouse!) along for the fun, this is the perfect way to kickstart those positive habits for 2025.

Spots are limited, so grab yours before they’re gone! Sign up here.

Contact Kelsey Cantrall at kcantrall@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Start the new year by investing in yourself! Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, or you’ve faced tough challenges in the past, the Health and Counseling Center is here to support you.

We offer free, confidential, in-person counseling to help you navigate whatever you’re going through. Take the first step toward a healthier, happier you by reaching out today!

To make an appointment, call 503-554-2340. Contact Bill Buhrow at bbuhrow@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

The Office for Spiritual Life is excited to offer a SpiL mentoring program, an opportunity for students to connect in meaningful conversations about faith and life with a dedicated George Fox staff or faculty member.

Through this program, students can foster a growing relationship with Christ alongside a trusted mentor. Students will be matched with a dedicated staff or faculty member, with whom they will have weekly meetings lasting approximately one hour, spanning eight weeks within the semester.

Participants can also receive SpiL credit for joining the program. To sign up, please fill out this form by Thursday, Jan. 30.

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

Class.georgefox.edu is a great resource for anyone needing to look up details on a class, including meeting times and location, teaching modality, enrollment limit and waitlist numbers, course description, instructor info and add/drop deadlines. Just click on a class to see all the details.

Nick Sullivan is putting together a team for Hadlock’s floor hockey league that starts next week and is looking for players. Both students and employees of all skill levels are welcome to join. Send an email to nsullivan@georgefox.edu if you are interested. Thanks!

Join Jennifer Lundman, MSW, NBC-HWC, in a three-week Providence Basecamp series designed to help identify a goal that purposefully connects with you. This complimentary class also explores a variety of goal-setting models where you’ll experiment with each to find which one works best.

This virtual series is hosted on Wednesdays starting Jan. 22, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. Use this link to learn more and register.

Due to the forecasted freezing temperatures this week, we want to remind everyone to take extra precautions when out and about.

Parking Lots: Parking lots and walkways may become slippery as freezing temperatures cause surfaces to ice over. Please drive cautiously and reduce your speed in parking areas to prevent accidents.

Shaded Areas: Be especially cautious in shaded areas, as they will freeze first and stay icy longer. These spots can be particularly dangerous, so stay alert for any hidden patches of ice.

Stairs and Walkways: Stairs, handrails and walkways are more likely to accumulate ice. Please use handrails when available, take small, careful steps, and wear shoes with good traction to avoid slips and falls.

Your safety is our priority. Please stay vigilant and take your time when moving around in these conditions. Stay warm and safe!

Are you interested in serving as a student leader for the 2025-26 school year? Now is the perfect time to apply! The Office of Student Life offers a variety of leadership opportunities in Spiritual Life, Intercultural Life, Student Leadership Council, Parent and Family Programs, Student Activities, Commuter Life, and Residence Life.

To learn more about these opportunities, visit our Student Life Leadership and Employment page. Applications are open now and due by Wednesday, Jan. 15. Apply today at this link!

As you prepare for the start of the spring semester, this is a reminder that the CAP Center is here to make sure you’re starting your semester off well.

The CAP Center will be operating exclusively on drop-in appointments through the second week of class. If you want/need to make any changes to your schedule, just come by the CAP Center between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and we’ll be here to help!

Open Study Table opens this week. Open Study Table is offered Monday through Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m. in Roberts 117.

Open Study Table will not be offered on Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. If you have any questions, please email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.

Beginning today (Jan. 13), the Stevens Center elevator repair will commence. The KONE elevator repair crew estimates that the work will take at least one week, barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Please note that the restrooms on the first floor will be closed during this time. Restrooms on the second and third floors will remain open. Those with limited mobility should use the Hoover restrooms or make other arrangements through their supervisor.

A construction zone will be created around the repair area on the first floor. For your safety, do not cross any construction barriers.

We expect some noise and disruption during the repair period and appreciate your understanding and patience. Please contact the Plant Services office (503-554-2010) if you have any questions. Thank you!

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. We are open starting this week.

If you have any questions, please email Heather Harney at hharney@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 this week 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.

Richter Scholars proposals will be due Monday, Jan. 27, 2025. The Richter Scholars program distributes funds to support student research activities that are devised, initiated and carried out by individual student researchers, with mentorship, guidance and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.

The purpose of these funds is to support educational research opportunities that encourage the practices of independent thought, leading to independent achievement and personal responsibility. For the purpose of this program, research is defined as a knowledge-generating activity that is designed to provide new information on a topic, tool or process, and that proceeds according to established and accepted research methods.

Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria at this link.

All submissions will be electronic through Smartsheet, due Monday, Jan. 27, 2025. The Smartsheet link can be found on the website and will be activated when the spring semester begins.

For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.

Are you interested in doing research? The Richter Scholars program at George Fox distributes funds to support student research activities that are devised, initiated and carried out by individual student researchers, with mentorship, guidance and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.

Students: If you are interested in doing research next summer, connect with a faculty mentor now so they can help you with your proposal. Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements and review criteria at this link.

All submissions will be electronic through Smartsheet, due Monday, Jan. 27, 2025. The Smartsheet link can be found on the website and will be activated when the spring semester begins.

For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.

Phillip Carbajal, George Fox’s Nationwide retirement specialist, continues to offer on-site days to provide you with an opportunity for a personalized one-on-one conversation. He will be on the Newberg campus this Thursday, Jan. 16.

This retirement consultation is a relaxed and friendly way to explore your options and get answers to your questions about planning for the future. It’s your time to learn helpful strategies and feel confident that you’re making the most of your retirement benefits, all with expert support.

Sign up today at this link!

We would like to invite you to a rare opportunity to hear from one of the most influential and respected theologians and biblical scholars of the modern era – Dr. N. T. Wright. We are pleased to partner with TogetherPDX to bring Dr. Wright to Portland for an in-person lecture at Rolling Hills Church in Tualatin on Friday, Feb. 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Dr. Wright is an English New Testament scholar, Pauline theologian and Anglican bishop. He has held a variety of both academic and chaplaincy posts at Oxford, Cambridge, and McGill University in Montreal. He is currently research professor emeritus of New Testament and early Christianity at St. Mary’s College in the University of St. Andrews and senior research fellow at Wycliffe Hall in Oxford.

George Fox University is able to offer half-priced tickets to students who want to attend. Register here and use the discount code “HALF” to redeem a half-price discount while tickets last.

Feel free to reach out to Gwyn Curtis at gcurtis@georgefox.edu with any questions.

As we enter into the new year, please keep in mind the payroll processing deadlines. For student payroll, all timesheets, check requests, and tax/direct deposit forms must be submitted and through the approval process by the third business day of the month to be paid on the student payday of the 15th.

For the regular employee payroll, all timesheets, check requests, contracts, tax/direct deposit forms, retirement contribution updates, and PCFs must be submitted and through the approval process by the 18th of each month to be included on that month’s payroll.

Your timely submission helps us process payroll efficiently and ensures accuracy without delays. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact payroll@georgefox.edu.