The Daily Bruin

The George Fox Public Relations Student Society of America is hosting an event with special guest JJ Switzer, a George Fox communications alumnus who currently works as Nike’s principal transformative change manager. He will be sharing about his experiences at Nike and what it is like to work in PR.

Join us in Stevens 101 from 7 to 8 p.m. tonight (Monday). Learn something new, build connections, and play a fun trivia game!

If you have questions, contact Olivia Aragon at oaragon21@georgefox.edu.

Do you want to try a variety of outdoor activities and excursions for free? Apply for our Spring OREC apprenticeship to go on OREC trips for free, see if you might want to become a leader, and receive a $200 stipend, on top of $300 or more in value of professional training! Apply here by Wednesday, Nov. 13, if you’re interested.

Questions? Contact Megan Tollisen at mtollisen21@georgefox.edu.

We are hosting the George Fox Physical Therapy Career Fair today (Monday) in Canyon Commons from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. We have 19 physical therapy companies from around Oregon coming to meet with our students.

If you are at all interested in this industry, take the opportunity to stop by and connect with these businesses. Faculty, please let your students know about this opportunity.

If you have questions, contact Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Are you interested in serving as a student leader for the 2025-26 school year? Please stop by and talk to the student life staff who are hiring for next year! We’ll be in the Bauman lobby right after chapel tomorrow (Tuesday)at 11:30 a.m.

Come learn about the many opportunities available in Spiritual Life, Intercultural Life, Student Leadership Council, Parent & Family Programs, Student Activities, Commuter Life, and Residence Life.

Applications open Nov. 12 and are due Jan. 15.

If you have any questions, please contact Mark Pothoff at mpothoff@georgefox.edu or Sharia Hays at shays@georgefox.edu. We look forward to seeing you there!

Do you wish you had winter decorations for your dorm or office? Well, you’re in luck! Come crochet snowflakes with the Crochet Club and Friendsview residents this Wednesday, Nov. 13, from 3 to 4 p.m. If you are planning on joining us, please RSVP via this Google Form.

If you have any questions, please email Madi Jokela at mjokela23@georgefox.edu. See you there!

The Men Entering Nursing Club is hosting a panel in Roberts 170 at 5:30 p.m. this Thursday, Nov. 14. Join us for the opportunity to ask your nursing and pre-nursing questions to a group of senior nursing students. We will also provide delicious Italian food!

If you have any questions, contact Ethan Whalen at ewhalen21@georgefox.edu.

Portland Center: Don’t miss the open enrollment and benefits support event happening tomorrow (Tuesday) from 9 a.m. to noon in Room 155!

Receive personalized assistance from George Fox benefits experts ready to guide you through your options for the upcoming year. Bring your laptop for hands-on help with the online enrollment process, explore health and wellness resources, enjoy giveaways, and connect with colleagues in a relaxed setting.

This is a great opportunity to get the support you need to make informed choices. See you there!

As a diverse community, I know that we are processing the election results in various ways. After a particularly divisive campaign season it is understandable that some students and employees may be experiencing fear, anxiety and stress. I invite you to be gracious to one another in the coming days.

For those who are pleased with the outcome please be gracious and empathetic to those who are fearful and anxious. For those who are disappointed and fearful because of the outcome, know that you are valued, you belong in this community, and there is support for you.

George Fox provides in-person and virtual counseling free of charge to Newberg-based students through the Health and Counseling Center.

If you would like to talk, please send me an email (jfileta@georgefox.edu).

– Jason Fileta, Chief Diversity Officer

We’re excited to announce the winner of the Wellness Committee table raffle from Wednesday’s Health and Benefits Fair! The relaxation chair experience offered a perfect way to unwind from daily stresses, and we hope it provided a refreshing break for everyone who stopped by.

Congratulations to our lucky winner, Karen Toohey! Please come by the Office of People and Culture, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., to pick up your spa basket.

Thank you to everyone who attended Wednesday’s Health and Benefits Fair! With over 100 participants, it was wonderful to see so many engaged in learning about their benefits, connecting with colleagues, and enjoying the event. Congratulations to our five door prize winners of $100 Fred Meyer gift cards!

• Charlene Magueri
• Carrie Kisling
• Nancy Favwer
• Amanda Chan
• Danae Moore

Winners can pick up their prizes at the People and Culture office Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. We hope the fair was both informative and enjoyable, and we look forward to continuing to support your well-being!

This is one final reminder encouraging you and your loved ones to join us for Employee Family Day at the Hadlock Student Center tomorrow (Saturday)! Enjoy a variety of activities and games available from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Family members and kids of all ages are welcome as long as the related employee is present. Please note that waivers are required for family members, so be sure to check the age-specific guidelines. Complete a guest waiver here.

If you have any questions, email Joe Thouvenel at jthouvenel@georgefox.edu.

Is there someone at George Fox who has made a difference in your college experience? Someone who ignited a spark that made you want to learn more than you thought you could, someone who walked alongside you during a difficult season, or a person who has been a mentor?

Take a moment to write an email, e-card, or traditional “thank you” card to that professor, RA, tutor, supervisor, or other influential person. Try to be specific as you describe how this person has contributed to your life.

Stop by the ARC in the library next week to pick up a free blank card, or send/create your own.

Get ready for a fun trip to H Mart on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. with Fusion! Limited spots are available, so be sure to RSVP here. Even if you just want to tag along for the snacks, we’ve got you covered!

Questions? Email Diana Bui at dbui23@georgefox.edu.

With November’s wet weather, slippery surfaces are more common on campus. As part of our “Stand Tall, Don’t Fall” campaign, let’s stay vigilant to keep everyone safe.

How you can help:

• Spot a wet or slippery area? Report it immediately to Plant Services at 503-554-2010 or use our Online Safety Hazard Reporting Tool.
• Walk with extra caution near entrances, sidewalks and high-traffic areas
• Remind friends and colleagues to stay alert for wet areas and keep pathways clear

Together, we can make campus safer during this rainy season by preventing slips and falls!

The Multiplication Conference happening Nov. 13-15 presents a unique opportunity for faculty to engage with key leaders in the church-planting movement, featuring speakers that include Rick McKinley (founding pastor of Imago Dei), Dave Ferguson (Exponential), President Robin Baker, and Portland Seminary Dean Tammy Dunahoo.

Hosted at George Fox in partnership with Portland Seminary, the event will explore the role of education and spiritual formation in equipping the next generation of church leaders and planters. As faculty, you’ll gain valuable insights into how your academic influence intersects with the mission to spread the gospel through new church plants.

Join us in shaping future leaders for a movement of multiplication! Register to secure your spot here. Faculty and employees are invited to attend the conference at no cost (excluding food) by using the code “campus24.”

Curious about how you can make a real impact through the church? The Multiplication Conference, happening Nov. 13-15 at George Fox in partnership with Portland Seminary, is your chance to learn how church planting could be part of your journey.

You’ll hear from inspiring speakers like Rick McKinley (founding pastor of Imago Dei), Dave Ferguson (Exponential), President Robin Baker, and Portland Seminary Dean Tammy Dunahoo as they dive into relevant workshops. You’ll also connect with other students and ministry leaders who want to make a difference.

Whether you’re still figuring out your path or already feel called to lead, this conference will help you discover how your unique gifts can bring the gospel to new places. And the best part? Other than food, it’s free for students! Learn more and register to secure your spot here.

Are you the first person in your family to go to college? Stop by the IRC from 1 to 4 p.m. tomorrow (Friday) to enjoy Krispy Kreme doughnuts, cold brew coffee, and snag a self-care bag that includes moisturizing masks, lip/eye masks, hand cream, Hi-Chews, and lip balm. This is a space to connect with other first-gen students in community!

We celebrate first-generation students on Nov. 8 to recognize the anniversary of the Higher Education Act of 1965, which emerged from President Lyndon B. Johnson’s War on Poverty and was intended to help level a playing field that for too long had been weighed against Americans from minority and low-income backgrounds. We are proud to celebrate our first-gen students and alumni.

Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity this Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Newberg area. We will be doing hands-on construction work building a home for a family in need, working alongside local volunteers and even the family members.

Since the site has been established and ready to go, all we are looking for are volunteers willing to help with some hands-on construction work.

If interested, email Gaddiel Vergara at evergara22@georgefox.edu.

Love a little friendly competition? Bring your A-game down to Hadlock at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow (Friday) and compete for a chance to win amazing prizes! Bruin Showdown is a night of fun, challenges, and sweet rewards. Only the best will walk away with the grand prize.

This year’s winter formal will be themed “Under the Sea.” The dance is on Saturday, Nov. 23, and tickets are now on sale. Winter formal tickets have sold out every year, so get there early to grab yours. Here are the times we are selling tickets in Canyon Commons:

• Today (Thursday) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 5 to 7 p.m.
• Tomorrow (Friday) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Events coming up:

• Fox Got Talent: Friday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. in Bauman
• Winter Formal: Saturday, Nov. 23, at 7 p.m. at Shawn Gardner Ballroom
• Holiday Hangout: Friday, Dec. 5, at 5 p.m. in Klages

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

You have access to Office 365 through login.georgefox.edu. You can choose to use the web-based Office apps or download them to your device. When signing in on the Microsoft screen, use your full George Fox email address. Then the George Fox SSO page will appear. This will only be your username. It may autofill your whole email address and trip you up.