The Daily Bruin

Have you signed up for Summer Online? Don’t miss your chance to save money and time this summer! 

Summer Online offers you the chance to take care of credits from the comfort of your home – or wherever you’ll be this summer – for less than half the cost of regular tuition. Consider this: You could get up to three courses out of the way this summer in just two months (half the length of a typical class!). Free up time in your fall or spring semester, or get on track to graduate early.

Summer Online runs from June 2 to July 27. Check out the full list of courses on class.georgefox.edu and register on MyGeorgeFox.

Keep your energy levels high this summer by joining our employee-only functional fitness classes! We’re continuing our incredible 30-minute sessions, designed for all fitness levels, exclusively for employees and their spouses. Starting May 5, join us every Monday and Wednesday from noon to 12:30 p.m. at the Hadlock Student Center.

These efficient workouts blend weights and bodyweight exercises to enhance your strength, mobility, and endurance. Modifications will be provided to ensure everyone can participate comfortably and effectively.

Maximize your lunch break and return to your day feeling refreshed and invigorated. Sign up on IM Leagues to reserve your spot.

If you have any questions, please email Kelsey Cantrall at kcantrall@georgefox.edu.

Would you like to volunteer at Washington Family Ranch and fellowship with other George Fox students? George Fox is hosting a faculty retreat May 12-15, and we are looking for 10 student work crew members to serve our George Fox faculty.

Duties include preparing meals, kitchen support, retail support, assisting with games and activities, and an opportunity to lead worship. Transportation, meals and lodging are provided.

The crew departs from campus on May 12 and returns the evening of May 15. There’s no cost to you. Sign up here.

If you are interested or have any questions, email Craig Inglesby at cinglesby@georgefox.edu.

Bon Appetit has finals week hours for all locations posted here. Hours remain the same in Canyon Commons and the Bridge Cafe for most of the week, but please take note of changes to the hours on Friday and Saturday, May 2-3.

Keep an eye on Maker’s Market (which will stay open as long as supplies last) hours on our Instagram @bonappetitgfu.

Finally, please remember to use the GET mobile app to check your flex point balance. The last day to use flex points is Saturday, May 3.

Commencement is just around the corner, and you won’t want to miss a moment! Subscribe to the George Fox University YouTube channel now to catch all the latest videos, including the upcoming graduation celebrations, inspiring student faith stories, and other campus highlights!

Subscribe and watch here.

Questions? Contact Amanda Howard at ahoward@georgefox.edu.

If you need extra boxes for packing up your dorm room, come to Mail Services. We have collected some large boxes to hand out. We have a limited supply, so come get them soon. Additionally, if you have extra boxes, feel free to bring those to Mail Services so that we can distribute them.

Create a personalized wellness bowl during “Cooking with Class” from 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, May 6, in Canyon Commons. 

Using nutritious ingredients like whole grains, fresh produce and lean protein, you’ll learn how to build meals that support energy, heart and vision health – all while being mindful about your sugar intake.

Don’t miss this chance to cook and enjoy a delicious, healthy meal. The class is limited to 40 participants and the registration deadline is Thursday, May 1, so sign up today!

You can get a taste of what to expect by watching this video from our previous “Cooking with Class” session.

Graduating seniors, we want to hear about your George Fox experience and what’s next in your life!  Fill out this form and submit a photo to be entered into a drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards.

Everyone who participates will be featured on the George Fox website (like this). You also might appear on our Instagram page, in our university magazine and elsewhere!

Feel free to reach out to Jeremy Lloyd at jlloyd@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

So, what did Tolkien really think of Narnia? A presentation by Dr. Holly Ordway addresses the question – the first in a series of keynote lectures uploaded to a new YouTube channel featuring content from The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference hosted on campus last fall. The event was the largest academic conference on Lewis in history (no exaggeration!).

Be sure to subscribe to the channel and stay tuned for other stimulating keynote lectures that will be added over the course of the next few weeks, one per week. You can also help promote it by sharing the channel, liking the video, and sharing the video.

The university pastors invite you to drop into the chapel for prayer any day during finals week between 10 a.m. and noon. A pastor will be there to pray with you if you need, or you can pray individually. There will be no program, just open time to pray.

As finals week approaches, consider sharing helpful study and planning tools with your students.

Numerade is an AI-powered study tool packed with step-by-step video explanations, flashcards, and self-quizzing features. It is especially helpful for STEM classes, but great for any discipline.

For time and task management, Goblin Tools provides AI-assisted planning through its its “Magic To-Do” feature, helping students break down large assignments or study goals into manageable, actionable steps.

Please review university policies and your course guidelines about appropriate use of AI tools with students. Review the AI for Student Success page for resources on responsible AI use to support student learning.

Contact Rick Muthiah, director of Learning Support Services, with feedback or questions at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu.

Finals week is around the corner, and it’s time to study smarter.

Numerade is an AI-powered study tool packed with step-by-step video explanations, flashcards, and self-quizzing features. It is especially helpful for STEM classes, but great for any subject.

Feeling overwhelmed by big projects or study plans? Goblin Tools uses AI to break everything down into clear, manageable steps with its “Magic To-Do” feature, helping you stay focused and organized. Take some pressure off and let these smart tools help you finish the semester strong!

Always follow professor guidelines about appropriate use of AI tools; if in doubt, ask your professor. Review the AI for Student Success page for resources on responsible AI use to support your learning.

Contact Rick Muthiah, director of Learning Support Services, with feedback or questions at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu.

The Hadlock Student Center is once again offering memberships for the upcoming summer season! Whether you’re staying on campus or sticking around for the summer, we’ve got you covered with access to all the fantastic amenities and facilities the center has to offer.

Hours of Operation
We are open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., with closures on May 26, June 11, June 19 and July 4 for holidays.

Eligibility
Those eligible to purchase summer memberships include:

• Graduating students from the spring semester
• Student spouses
• Part-time George Fox employees
• Graduate students who are not paying fees for Hadlock

Please note: Students who were enrolled in the spring semester and are continuing for the fall semester receive a free summer membership!

Pricing
Memberships can be purchased at the front desk of the Hadlock Student Center. Summer 2025 passes are priced based on the month they are purchased:

• May: $80
• June: $65
• July: $50
• August: $30

Please note that all memberships purchased are valid through Wednesday, Aug. 20, and the price decrease each month is to reflect the time available to utilize the facility at the time of purchase.

This is an excellent opportunity to stay active and engaged over the summer months, whether you’re hitting the gym or enjoying our recreational facilities.

Don’t miss out on the chance to make the most of your summer at Hadlock! If you have any questions or would like to purchase your membership, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us or come see us in person.

Contact Kelsey Cantrall at kcantrall@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Open Study Table is open both today (Wednesday) and tomorrow (Thursday) from 7 to 10 p.m. in Roberts 117. Come and find a quiet place to study for finals. This will be the last week of Open Study Table for the semester.

Do you need to refresh your first aid, CPR or AED training? Have you never been formally trained? Sign up for one of our summer trainings on either the Newberg or Portland campus. This is a rare opportunity to get certified free of charge. All we ask is your time and willingness to assist during an emergency. Classes are limited to 10 people each. We hope to see you there!

Reach out to Kim Koernschild at kknoernschild@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Need a study break? Disability and Accessibility Services would like to invite you to take a break and come enjoy an Italian soda in the DAS space in Murdock’s Room 109 this afternoon (Wednesday) from 4 to 5 p.m.

See you then!

Did you know that your financial health can significantly impact your mental well-being? Explore the powerful relationship between money and mental health and learn how to create a balanced approach to money management, build financial resilience, and reduce anxiety around financial decisions.

Reserve a seat at “Dollars and Sense: Managing Money for a Healthier Mind,” on Tuesday, May 6, at 10:30 a.m. or Thursday, May 15, at 5:30 p.m., at this link.

Do you like to be entertained and support your friends? The Fox Film Festival is your event! Come join us for a night of friends, fun and films. There are two nights of the festival, and the same films will be shown at each. On Saturday, April 26, we’ll host an awards ceremony following the viewings.

Here is the schedule:

• Friday, April 25, 4 p.m. at the Cameo Theatre. Tickets cost $5 for one, $8 for two.
• Saturday, April 26, 6 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. Admission is free; an awards ceremony will follow.

Concessions will be available on both nights!

Can’t attend in person? No problem! We wanted to be sure everyone had access, so this year we’re making a livestream available Saturday night. Click here at 6 p.m. that night to watch!

Our cinematic arts students have been hard at work all year creating short films in a variety of courses. The films fall into several categories, including live action, animated, fresh film (made by first-year students), narrative, documentary/nonfiction, as well as some featured alumni films!

Come out on one or both of the nights to support your fellow Bruins on our last weekend of the semester. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Fox Film Festival email at filmfestival@georgefox.edu. Can’t wait to see you all there!

Come join Women in STEM for a decompression night before finals to relax and do some yoga! We’ll meet tonight (Tuesday) at 6:30 p.m. in Hadlock. See you there!

Contact Hannah Kuroda at hkuroda22@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join us from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, May 6 in Canyon Commons for an exciting hands-on class where you’ll learn to build your own wellness bowl using fresh, nutritious ingredients. It’s the latest installment of “Cook with Class,” brought to you by Bon Appetit and the Wellness Committee.

Discover how to combine grains, fruits, vegetables and proteins to support energy, vision, heart health and balanced sugar intake. We’ll cover simple prep techniques, healthy seasoning tips and smart ingredient choices – all while creating a delicious, personalized bowl you can enjoy.

The class is limited to 40 participants, so be sure to RSVP by Thursday, May 1. Don’t miss this chance to cook, learn and nourish your body!