The Daily Bruin

A little refresh can go a long way in improving the relationships that matter most. Canopy offers free and confidential support to employees and household family members to help strengthen those bonds, including:

• Counseling services for guidance through relationship challenges
• Coaching to help set healthy boundaries and improve communication
• A member site with 24/7 access to relationship-focused resources
• A Canopy app for easy access to support and tools on the go

Find out more here.

We’re excited to announce that in May of 2025 students and faculty from our doctor of physical therapy program will be heading to Uganda for a medical service trip!

We need your help: We will be holding an auction fundraiser with dinner at 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, in Canyon Commons. Our auction has historically been the greatest contributor to funding our trip and will feature gifts generously donated by community members and businesses. We are looking for people to attend!

The money we earn from the auction will help pay for all travel, service, housing and resource expenses. For more information, check out our website at this link. If you are interested in obtaining tickets, you can purchase them here!

If you are interested in donating, attending, or have any questions, please reach out to us at georgefoxdptservice@gmail.com or call Micah Trevizu at 530-310-6202.

Attend a Canopy webinar to talk about what it means to be financially healthy – which is so much more than just your credit score.

True financial health is based on four key components: Spend, Save, Borrow, and Plan. You’ll also confidentially determine your Financial Health Score and the steps to improve that score. Reserve your seat here.

You might have only filled out a bracket, but we know you are still a competitor deep down – right? Be part of a real bracket by signing up for the Millage Madness cornhole tournament. You don’t need any talent – that isn’t what cornhole is about – just a teammate and a dream.

Once 32 teams have signed up, we will schedule two “regional” tournament days. The final four teams will compete on a separate date. Sign up here by tomorrow (Tuesday).

If you have any questions, contact Shawn Daley at sdaley@georgefox.edu.

Join the excitement of spring commencement as a volunteer! We are looking for several volunteers to serve as ushers at the undergraduate commencement on Saturday, May 3. There will be two separate ceremonies again this year. Here is the schedule:

• 11 a.m. – Division of Humanities, Honors and Education, Division of Health and Behavioral Sciences, George Fox Digital
• 3 p.m. – Division of Engineering, Science, Art and Business

This format allows a more personalized and celebratory atmosphere for our graduates and their families, and like last year, we are calling for “all-community” participation. What a thrill it is to see graduates, their families and their friends come together to celebrate!

Volunteers are vital to the smooth execution of the day’s events and to help make the day memorable for our graduates and their guests. This event couldn’t happen without you!

Please sign up for a time to serve in one of the two ceremonies. All who volunteer to participate as ushers will receive a $50 gift card for each ceremony they assist with! If you sign up for both ceremonies, lunch will be provided too!

Thank you in advance for your willingness to serve! Questions? Contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu.

As announced at the March all-employee meeting, Google’s Gemini AI services are now available to all George Fox employees through your university @georgefox.edu account! Not only is Gemini an AI chat resource, similar to ChatGPT or Claude, but Gemini can also collaborate directly in Google Workspace applications.

To access Gemini, look for the “Gemini Star”or visit this link. For quick help on getting started, including using features such as image generation, check out Google’s Guide for Using Gemini.

Using Google Gemini through your university account means:

• Interactions with Gemini stay within the George Fox Google Workspace
• Content provided to Gemini is not used for AI model training
• The same enterprise-grade security protections from the rest of George Fox’s Google Workspace apply to Gemini.

We are looking forward to hearing of the creative ways you use Gemini! Please share your stories with us at servicedesk@georgefox.edu.

The city of Newberg will be doing some work on Fulton Street, beginning today (Monday) and continuing until Friday, April 18. The city will be upgrading the sewer, water and storm underground utilities, as well as paving Fulton Street.

No street parking will be allowed along Fulton Street from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Further details about the scope of work are not available at this time.

Access to university parking lots will be available via side entrances along Villa Road or Center Street. It is unclear if there will be access to the small, circular lot by Wheeler Sports Center.

Avoiding the use of Fulton Street is highly recommended during this time; both Portland Road and Crestview Drive should allow you to circumvent the work.

Hello all! As announced at last week’s all-employee meeting, the Unimarket team will be on-site from April 7-9 to provide in-person training on BruinBuy, our new eProcurement system.

We will be offering three sessions for Browsers and Buyers, and two sessions specifically for Approvers. To ensure everyone is on the same page, here’s a quick reminder about the Unimarket roles:

• Browser: Shops the Marketplace, creates incomplete requisitions with or without accounting strings, reassigns requisitions to a Buyer, and requests new suppliers
• Buyer: Shops the Marketplace, creates requisitions (including those reassigned by a Browser), and requests new suppliers. Once a Buyer submits a requisition for approval, the funds are encumbered.
• Approver: Reviews and approves or declines requisitions submitted by Buyers, ensuring that purchases are reasonable, authorized, and comply with the approval process.

Please use the following links to sign up for the appropriate session based on your role:

• Sign-up link for Browsers and Buyers
• Sign-up link for Approvers

Please remember to bring your laptops to the session. Please direct your questions to Frank Charles at fcharles@georgefox.edu.

A research group within the Doctor of Physical Therapy department is looking for people who are interested in having their lower leg strength, balance and walking abilities assessed during a one-hour session in our biomechanics lab.

You qualify for this study if you:

• Are between 45-70 years old
• Can walk 30 feet without an assistive device
• Have not had a surgery, serious orthopedic injury, or pregnancy in the last three months that has greatly reduced your activity level
• Have not had a neurologic condition or diagnosis such as a nerve injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, or peripheral neuropathy
• Do not have an allergy to paper tape

Please fill out this form and we’ll reach out to you to discuss our project in more detail. Contact Christen Johnson at christenj@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

George Fox University welcomes Pat Gelsinger, former CEO of Intel Corporation, to campus for an engaging and timely lecture: “Big Tech & Big Responsibility: F.AI.th, Work, and Preparing the Next Generation – How Industry Leaders Can Foster Ethical Innovation.”

The lecture will be on Tuesday, April 8, at 7 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. Chapel credit will be given to students who attend. You can claim seats by visiting this link.

This lecture is a rare opportunity to hear from one of the most influential minds in technology and leadership. Gelsinger will explore the ethical responsibilities of tech leaders in an AI-driven world, the intersection of faith and work, and how we can equip the next generation to lead with integrity in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Gelsinger dedicated 30 years to Intel before stepping away to become CEO of VMware, where he led the company’s transformation into a global powerhouse in cloud infrastructure, enterprise mobility, and cybersecurity – nearly tripling its annual revenue.

In 2019, his visionary leadership and dedication to a positive workplace culture earned him the title of America’s top CEO in Glassdoor’s annual employee survey. In 2021, he returned to Intel as CEO, taking the helm to guide the company into its next era of innovation and growth.

Thursday, April 3, is Give Day, and we need your help to spread the word! Showcase the amazing work done by your department, team or program by sending emails, posting to social media, or encouraging students to join in the fun.

Access the Give Day toolkit here to find pre-written emails and social media content ready to use.

Email Kelton Hedstrom at khedstrom@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Life moves fast, especially when you’re managing commitments at work and responsibilities around the home. It’s easy to fall into a pattern of grabbing pre-packaged snacks in between meetings or tasks.

But with a little planning, you can break the cycle. Healthy snacks abound, and some of them can help you manage stress.

• Emphasizing whole foods and thinking beyond typical snack foods are just two ways to avoid consuming high-sugar and high-salt snacks. Check out these five tips to plan nourishing snacks that can stabilize blood sugar and stave off hunger.
• Believe it or not, a lot of “comfort foods” can actually contribute to increased stress, psychologically and emotionally. These no-hassle foods that fight stress can counter the effects of cortisol (a stress-inducing hormone), improve your sleep patterns and help your digestive system.

Have nutrition-related questions? The Wellness Committee invites you to explore a wealth of resources at Providence Basecamp, including Ask the RD, which allows you to get answers to questions from a registered dietician.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and the Office of Inclusive Excellence invites you to join us in preventing sexual assault, abuse and harassment. We are partnering with multiple departments on campus as well as local community partners to provide you information, resources and care.

We want to foster a safe community for all of our students, and we can’t do it alone! Ending sexual abuse, assault and harassment requires us to work together. We hope that you will join the conversation and participate in one of our events below. Together, we can practice loving our neighbors, classmates, teammates and coworkers by knowing the warning signs and speaking up.

Join us for donuts on the Crisman Crossing bridge on Wednesday, April 2, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can see our full calendar of events here.

Contact Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Please note that Hadlock’s hours will be modified over spring break:

• Saturday and Sunday, March 22-23 – Closed
• Monday through Thursday, March 24-27 – 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Friday, March 28 – Closed
• Saturday, March 29 – 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Sunday, March 30 – 2 to 11 p.m.

On Saturday, April 5, the Swing Dance Club and George Fox’s very own Jazz Ensemble will be hosting a dance in the Stevens atrium from 7 to 8:30 p.m. We teach East Coast swing, but this event is open to non-club members, whether you come to dance or just to enjoy an hour of live jazz!

Contact Rowan Endriss at rendriss21@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

If you plan to leave your vehicle on campus over spring break or during Juniors Abroad, please do the following:

• Fill out the Vehicles Left on Campus policy form (the form can also be filled out at the CPS office)
• Remove any personal belongings from your vehicle
• Park in a lot designated by Campus Public Safety personnel
• Leave a key at the CPS office located at 212 Carlton Way

Questions? Contact Karen Toohey in the CPS office at 503-554-2090 or stop by our office.

You might have only filled out a bracket, but we know you are still a competitor deep down – right? Be part of a real bracket by signing up for the Millage Madness cornhole tournament. You don’t need any talent – that isn’t what cornhole is about – just a teammate and a dream.

Once 32 teams have signed up, we will schedule two “regional” tournament days. The final four teams will compete on a separate date. Sign up here by Tuesday, March 25.

If you have any questions, contact Shawn Daley at sdaley@georgefox.edu.

The Bruin Bookstore will have reduced hours for spring break:

• Monday, March 24 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Tuesday, March 25 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Wednesday, March 26 – Closed
• Thursday, March 27 – Closed
• Friday, March 28 – Closed

This is a quick reminder to sign up for the weekly BruinBuy training sessions! This is a great opportunity to get familiar with the platform, ask questions, and ensure a smooth purchasing experience.

We will meet via Zoom for these sessions. Click here to sign up.

Contact Frank Charles at fcharles@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Providence Health Plan members: Check out your March LifeBalance deals.

• Columbia Sportswear employee store: There is still time enjoy employee store access through March 31.
• Oregon Coast Aquarium: Score 10% off of admission
• Washington State Fair: Save up to $4.50 off of general admission tickets
• iFly: Save 20% on flight packages
• Happier: Want to focus on meditation and mindfulness? Save 20% on an annual subscription
• Misfits Market: Score $12 off of your first two orders

The LifeBalance program offers members exclusive savings on thousands of recreational, wellness, travel, and cultural activities locally and throughout the United States. Whether you’re looking for a vacation, to join a gym, catch a play, or go for a run, visit lifebalanceprogram.com to find your savings! Access to LifeBalance discounts is available at no cost to all Providence Health Plan members.