The Daily Bruin

All university offices in Newberg and regional sites, as well as the Murdock Library, will be closed this Monday, May 25, to observe the Memorial Day holiday.

Plant services has acquired a lot of surplus items that are up for grabs! Office furniture, tables, file cabinets, lamps … and more!

If you’re interested in taking a look, please make an appointment with Jan Balzer by calling 503-554-2072 or emailing her at jbalzer@georgefox.edu. Pick-up only, with no deliveries and no returns. Come and see what we have!

Local police departments will be conducting training exercises with canines in the Roberts Center and Hadlock parking lot tonight (Thursday) from 7 to 11 p.m. Please avoid these areas while they are on campus. There will be signs posted.

Contact Karen Toohey at kthoohey@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Are you looking to deepen your understanding of justice, community, and restorative work this summer? We warmly invite you to join us for “Roadmap to Reconciliation,” an engaging and transformative summer development course.

Sessions will meet from 1 to 2 p.m. in Stevens 208 on the following dates: June 5, June 12 and June 26.

Together, we’ll explore what it means to move beyond simply “being polite” to actively participating in true justice and healing.

How the course works:

• Learn from an Expert: Each week, you’ll watch about an hour’s worth of video-on-demand mini-lessons hosted by Seminary Now and taught by renowned speaker and author Brenda Salter McNeil.
• Grow Together: After absorbing the weekly lessons, you’ll join a practical, welcoming group discussion led by Crystal McGowen from the Office of Inclusive Excellence.

Whether you are just beginning your journey or looking to deepen your ongoing work in this space, this course provides a supportive environment to learn, reflect and grow alongside your peers.

Email Crystal to register at crystal@georgefox.edu.

Are you an emerging adult (between 18 and 40 years old) with a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Lizzie Pierce, a doctoral candidate of clinical psychology, is continuing to gather firsthand perspectives from individuals with ASD about their experiences learning about and navigating romantic relationships. This is a part of her dissertation project with the Graduate School of Clinical Psychology at George Fox.

Interested in being a participant? Email Lizzie at lpierce22@georgefox.edu, or click this link to learn more!

Please take five minutes to complete this anonymous survey to help us provide the best service to our clients at the Bruin Community Pantry. When you do so, you’ll be entered into a drawing for one of four $50 gift cards to Grocery Outlet!

Please make sure you click on the link at the end of the survey to type in your email to be entered into the drawing. This survey will be open from now through August. Recipients of the gift cards will be notified the first week of September.

Questions? Please contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Take advantage of a uniquely rare opportunity to meet face-to-face with Providence Health Plan representatives who have direct, on-site access to your personal member account and claims history, allowing you to resolve complex authorization issues on the spot without the hassle of phone hold times.

A few private, individual appointment slots are still open today (Wednesday) and available for you to secure right now, but walk-ins are also welcome!

Whether you reserve a remaining spot or simply drop by Canyon Commons 101 between 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to speak with the second representative on standby, make sure to stop by today for this high-level, personalized assistance.

How we care for ourselves and show up for others deeply affects our health. Finding true balance starts from within – by looking at our day-to-day habits, stress, emotions and aspirations.

To support you on this journey, we are highlighting a collection of free wellness resources available to the entire George Fox community and your families. Through Providence Basecamp, you can access free programs designed to help you manage stress, build healthy habits, and support your daily routine.

We encourage you and your loved ones to explore these tools and find a session that fits your lifestyle by visiting Providence Basecamp’s The Way We Live.

The Bruin Store will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday) for our yearly physical inventory. We will be fulfilling online orders and be back open on Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thank you for understanding.

Please be aware that plant services will close the Wood-Mar parking lot tomorrow (Tuesday) to crane equipment onto the roof of Wood-Mar/EHS.

When parking, please use the Hoover or Stevens Center parking lots, and use the south entrance when entering the building.

Thank you for your cooperation and patience!

The Bridge Cafe is open for summer hours this week, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

We will be at the Bridge Cafe Monday through Thursday this week. Lunch specials will be available starting at 11:30 a.m.

This weeks menu is as follows:

• Monday: Grilled chicken nachos
• Tuesday: Carnitas tacos
• Wednesday: Huli Huli chicken plate
• Thursday: Smoked bacon-wrapped hot dogs

If you have any questions, please email Katie Anderson at andersonk@georgefox.edu.

It’s that time of year again! If you have aches and pains, need to recover from an injury or surgery, or want to improve your balance, strength or endurance, this time is for you.

George Fox physical therapy students are hosting their annual free physical therapy clinic for all those interested from now through June 12. We are looking for people who want services for all kinds of conditions, including, but not limited to:

• General aches and pains
• Chronic pain
• Orthopedic surgery
• Struggles with balance/falls
• Concussion management
• Sports injuries
• Neurological events
• Vestibular issues
• General deconditioning
• Pediatrics
• Cardiovascular, and more

The DPT students are eager to serve you, so please take advantage.

Please fill out this interest form and you will be contacted to be scheduled. Thank you!

Please contact Catherine Cieslak at physicaltherapy@georgefox.edu. or call our clinic at 503-554-2479 with any questions.

George Fox provides employees with a comprehensive suite of identity theft protection and resolution services through three primary benefit providers. These resources are designed to offer both proactive monitoring to prevent fraud and expert-led restoration support should your personal information be compromised.

Canopy (EAP Fraud Resolution & ID Theft Benefit) offers:

• Proactive Risk Assessment: Offers a free ID threat score and breach scan to identify potential vulnerabilities
• Professional Consultation: Provides a 60-minute free consultation with a Fraud Resolution Specialist™ to discuss concerns or active issues
• Restoration Assistance: Offers direct assistance with restoring your identity and good credit, as well as disputing fraudulent debts

Assist America (Providence Health Plan member perk) offers:

• Secure Document Registration: Allows members to register credit card, bank, and other important document details in a single, centralized and secured online location
• Real-Time Web Monitoring: Employs web-crawling technology to monitor for registered personal data on suspicious sites and sends automatic warning notifications if data is found
• Dedicated Case Management: Victims of fraud are assigned a dedicated expert who guides them through mitigation and notifies card issuers if cards are lost or stolen

On-Call International (Symetra Life insurance perk) offers:

• Three-Bureau Fraud Alert Assistance: Assists members in contacting the three major credit bureaus to place fraud alerts and report lost or stolen cards
• “Lost Wallet” Support: Provides a collaborative call where a specialist stays on the line with you to contact banks and credit card companies to alert them of compromised items
• Emergency Document Replacement: Helps secure emergency replacements for lost or stolen passports, including locating the nearest consulate or embassy if the loss occurs while traveling

Make your 2026 summer adventures more affordable with the LifeBalance Summer Guide, an exclusive benefit for Providence Health Plan members that features curated savings on travel insurance, hotel bookings through Expedia, rental cars, and various outdoor essentials.

You can access member-only deals at major amusement parks and attractions, including Disneyland® Resort, Universal Orlando Resorts, SeaWorld, and LEGOLAND, ensuring your family trips are both memorable and budget-friendly.

To explore the full range of discounts on kids’ activities and vacation stays, simply visit the LifeBalance guide online or contact their member services team at 888-754-5433 for assistance with your membership perks.

If your contract ends soon and/or you will not be on campus over the summer, please bring over any cash or checks before you leave.

Please look around your desks and file cabinets to see if there are any lingering items that need to be deposited. Checks dated prior to June 30 must be deposited in the current fiscal year.

All deposits must be dropped off at the finance office before you leave campus for the summer. Our address is 1515 N. Portland Road.

If you have any questions about deposits, please contact Heather Groenlund at hgroenlund@georgefox.edu. Thank you and have a great summer!

We still have a few openings available for the one-on-one consultations with Providence Health Plan representatives on Wednesday, May 20.

Because these private sessions allow for direct, on-site access to your specific member account and claims history, they offer a rare level of convenience to resolve complex issues or authorizations without the usual phone wait times.

If you haven’t secured a time yet, we encourage you to sign up today while spaces remain. Even if the individual consultation slots fill up, remember that a second representative will be stationed in Canyon Commons 101 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to assist walk-ins with general plan inquiries and benefit overviews.

Secure your spot and mark your calendars now to ensure you get the direct, account-based answers you need!

In a community dedicated to growth and learning, it’s easy to forget that your own wellbeing is the foundation for everything else. Our Employee Assistance Program is here to ensure you have the support you need to stay balanced, offering 24/7 confidential counseling for an expert perspective whenever things feel heavy.

Whether you’re looking for practical guidance on the complexities of parenting or prefer to tap into on-demand wellness resources on your own schedule, these tools are built to fit into your actual life.

Taking care of your mental health isn’t an extra task on your to-do list; it’s the most sensible way to keep doing the work you love without burning out. Find out more here.

Want to play with flowers and help build the campus’ beautiful hanging baskets? Please drop by the Thomas Center today (Tuesday) and help as you are able! We will be assembling them between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Questions? Contact Nathan McDaniel at nmcdaniel@georgefox.edu.

Shop the Bruin Store now to get 25% off select supplies (pens, legal pads, folders, etc.) and 20% off Moleskine Notebooks. Sale runs through Tuesday, May 19.

Our campus store is open Monday through Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. We are closed Fridays through Sundays. Or, shop online 24/7.

Are you curious about mental health resources available at Fox? Visit the Emotional & Spiritual Health section of the Wellness website to learn about a variety of wellness programs and counseling options available to you and your family.