The Daily Bruin

Department of Human Services (DHS) representatives will be at the Bruin Community Pantry between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month during the fall semester to assist people with signing up for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (formerly known as food stamps).

No appointment is required. Staff will be at the food bank on the following days:

• Oct. 1 and Oct. 15
• Nov. 5 and Nov. 19
• Dec. 3

Please note: While DHS has indicated their intention to attend, their participation is ultimately managed and provided by their office. If DHS is unable to attend on the scheduled day and time, this is outside of our control.

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

Join the Disability and Accessibility Services office for a relaxed time to get outside, build community, and connect with peers.

Join us to chat about “DISABILITY, SUPPORT” and just enjoy good company at our mid-week movement time every Wednesday at 4 p.m. outside our office. Everyone is welcome!

Contact Nora Trigg at ntrigg23@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Diversify your movement routine locally to stay vibrant and strong. George Fox employees can tap into fitness classes and gym facilities at the Chehalem Aquatic & Fitness Center to keep body and mind balanced at no cost.

To learn more, go to the university’s Wellness page.

The women of the George Fox community (staff, faculty and administrators, as well as female spouses) are invited to the Fall Ladies’ Luncheon on Monday, Oct. 5, hosted by Ruth Baker from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101–103.

This year’s theme, “Rooted to Flourish,” draws from Psalm 1:2-3 and the picture of a life rooted in God’s Word, continually nourished and bearing fruit in its season. Our purpose flows from our rootedness.

We are delighted to welcome Faith Carter as our guest speaker for a short devotional and prayer at noon. Faith is a retired educator and pastor who has served in women’s ministry and local and global outreach. She and her husband, Don, continue to serve the George Fox community, with Don serving as chair of the university’s board of trustees.

Come enjoy a delicious meal, connect with other women in our community, and spend time reflecting on what it means to be rooted in the Lord and flourish in every season.

Please use this form to RSVP.

Does your program or department need a curriculum change for 2027-28? Any curricular change intended for the next academic year must have an initial proposal form submitted to the dean and/or program director by this Friday, Sept. 25, 2026.

The initial curriculum proposal is very quick and simple, even for detailed proposals. Use the Curriculum Proposal Form to begin your proposal process.

Proposals in process that have already been approved by a dean and/or program director can continue to be worked on through Oct. 31, 2026. Please email curriculum@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The Bruin Bookstore wants to thank each and every student who’s crossed our doorstep, whether to buy gear, textbooks or anything else!

To do that, on Wednesday and Thursday this week, we’ll have treats, host games and a raffle, and be selling tons of 25% off items. Drop on by, have some fun, and stock up on George Fox gear at a great discount.

See you then! We’ll have extra raffle tickets for those picking up online book orders.

– Anne Marie (new manager) and Tim

If a student is injured, whether working as a student employee or during a university event, a university employee must immediately:

1. Email People & Culture at peopleandculture@georgefox.edu (if the injury happened while the student was working).
2. Submit a Fox 360 Student Update as a “frontline user” as soon as possible.
3. Once this form is submitted, it will be dispatched by our student care coordinator and communicated to the necessary teams for follow-up. If in doubt, it is better to submit a report than miss the opportunity to support the student effectively!

Criteria for submitting an accident or injury report include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Injury beyond a minor bump or scrape
• Injury involving blood
• Head trauma or concussion
• Chemical exposure
• Loss of consciousness
• Heat-related issues
• Any accident or injury involving a call to 911, an ambulance, or Campus Public Safety
• Critical injury
• Death

When a student is injured and if you are a trained first aid/CPR provider, please offer assistance; however, everyone needs to follow these steps:

1. Dial or have someone dial 911. Give the location of the injured student and send someone to meet them at the door(s) for the building.
2. Dial or have someone dial Campus Public Safety (503-554-2090).
3. Send someone to get the closest first aid kit and the AED. All buildings with hearts have AEDs or first aid kits available.
4. Follow first aid and CPR training until Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue arrives.

If you wish to become a trained first aid/ CPR provider, reach out to Kim Knoernschild at kknorschild@georgefox.edu. For questions about Fox 360 Care submissions, email Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu

Are you planning to buy, sell, or refinance a home soon? As a George Fox employee, you have access to exclusive benefits through the George Fox University Employee Homeownership Program.

Participating in this program can help you secure dedicated guidance and significantly lower standard closing costs and real estate fees.

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, Sept. 23, and take advantage of these upcoming sessions:

• Program Overview Webinar (Noon)
  Discover program eligibility details, available discounts, and how to estimate your potential cost savings on a real estate transaction.
• Individual Consultations (1:30 to 8:30 p.m.)

Book a one-on-one session with a program advisor to discuss your specific financing or real estate goals.

Registration is required to attend the webinar or reserve a consultation time slot. Be sure to register today to secure your spot.

Have questions before signing up? Reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

There is still time to sign up for our upcoming virtual Medicare seminars, including one today (Tuesday) at noon.

Navigating Medicare choices can feel overwhelming, but making informed decisions is essential to protecting your household’s health and financial future. To help you and your family gain clarity, George Fox has partnered with SGIA Medicare Consulting to offer a free, interactive virtual seminar.

Whether you are approaching Medicare eligibility yourself or assisting a spouse or parents, this session will provide clear, actionable guidance on key topics, including:

• Medicare Parts A–D: Understanding coverage options and costs
• Advantage vs. Supplement Plans: Comparing pathways to find the right fit
• Penalty Prevention: Timelines and strategies to avoid lifelong penalties
• Live Q&A: Get answers directly from Medicare consulting experts

Available Session Times:

• Today (Tuesday) at noon
• Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 3 p.m.

Note: A minimum of 10 participants is required per session.

How to Register:
You can register yourself, your spouse, or your parents by sending an email to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu. Please include your preferred session time in your email.

Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu. 

Join Rooted & Regulated with Disability and Accessibility Services (DAS) and learn unique ways to manage and deal with stress, plan personalized mental health aid kits, find tools that help regulate you, and many other helpful skills for the school year.

The first official meeting is on Friday, Oct. 2, at 6 p.m. in Hoover 102. We can’t wait to see you there!

Questions? Contact Sprout Campy at kcampy23@georgefox.edu. 

There is an APA workshop with Sue O’Donnell today (Tuesday) from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Hoover 105. Students will learn the details of APA style, including formatting, citations, references, writing style, and more.

Students can also attend the workshop via this livestream link.

Questions? Contact Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.

Remind students that today (Tuesday) is the APA workshop with Sue O’Donnell from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Hoover 105. Students will learn the details of APA style, including formatting, citations, references, writing style, and more. 

Questions? Contact Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu. 

Join an APA workshop with Sue O’Donnell today (Tuesday) from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Hoover 105. Learn the details of APA style, including formatting, citations, references, writing style, and more. 

Questions? Contact Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu. 

Stop by the Friendsview Holiday Garage Sale on Friday, Oct. 9, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and shop for holiday decor, plus clothing and home goods. The sale will be at Friendview at 1301 N. Fulton St., on the lower level of the main building.

George Fox students receive half-off prices on both days. Payments can be made in cash or check only. 

Questions? Contact Jere Witherspoon at jwithers@georgefox.edu. 

What better way to celebrate the official start of fall than an Over The Garden Wall watch party? All are welcome, so invite your friends and cozy up with some cider and kettle corn!

Join us tomorrow (Tuesday) from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Intercultural Resource Center (look for the red door across Pennington parking lot)

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and kick off the season with us!

Questions? Contact Sarai Llontop at sllontop24@georgefox.edu.

The north section of the Morse parking lot is now officially open! If you have a Morse parking permit and live on the east side of campus, you must move your car to this lot.

Does this apply to you? Yes, if you hold a Morse permit and live in any of these dorms:

• Brandt
• Gulley
• Hobson
• Le Shana
• Macy
• Newlin
• Sutton

New rules & citation warning:

• Where to park:
  You are now only allowed to park in the Morse lot during school hours.
• Where NOT to park:
  Do not park in designated Resident, Commuter, Graduate or Staff lots. Do not park on the street or at 310 Villa.
• Ticket warning: Campus Public Safety will start issuing citations/tickets today for cars parked in the wrong spots.

How to get there:

• Current entrance: Use the entrance on Villa Road to access the open north section.
• Coming in October: The rest of the lot will open next month, which will add a second entrance/exit on Fulton Street.

NOTE: Students living on the west side of campus with a Morse permit can continue to park in any resident parking spaces until the rest of the Morse lot is completed in October.

If you aren’t sure where to go or have questions, reach out to Campus Public Public Safety at campussafety@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2090.

Join former Starbucks CEO Jim Donald and the George Fox MBA Advisory Board today for “AI and Leadership — a Winning Combination.”

• Date: Today (Monday)
• Time: 5:30 p.m. PDT
• Location: Online

Event highlights include Jim Donald’s perspective on human leadership, an industry panel on modern business education, and an interactive live Q&A. Register now to join this afternoon’s event.

Questions? Contact Sean Aker, associate director of graduate admissions and MBA program admissions counselor, at saker@georgefox.edu.

Join us from 7 to 9 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101 tomorrow (Tuesday) for our Little Bruin training. This event includes training for Foster Parents Night Out, Celebrate Recovery child care, and volunteering at local schools.

These opportunities are for people who are interested in working with kids and require a little training to be positive role models in their lives. The training tomorrow is required for all interested in volunteering in these programs and will equip them with the skills to make a positive impact on these kids. 

Snacks will be provided! For more information or if you are interested in volunteering to serve, fill out this Google form. 

Join Disability and Accessibility Services outside of Murdock Library on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for Donuts & Discussion. We want to connect with and hear from you!

Allergen-friendly options will be available. Reach out to das@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Today (Friday) is the final day to apply for the 2026-27 University Ambassadors program. Applications submitted by 5 p.m. today will receive priority consideration for an interview. For more information, review the application here.

Questions? Email Missy at mdowns@georgefox.edu.