The Daily Bruin

Gemini can now access info from multiple sources, starting with Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Drive and more! To ask Gemini to use a Google Workspace application, just go to gemini.google.com, type “@” in the Gemini prompt, and a list of supported applications will appear.

To try it, check out these example prompts:

• @Google Calendar When is the next all-employee meeting?
• @Gmail What are the most important of my recent unread messages?
• @Gmail Please suggest a reply to the email from the student expressing interest in the Applied AI Institute.

Learn more on our Google Site: George Fox AI Tools & Support. Contact us at servicedesk@georgefox.edu with any questions!

Our campus is buzzing with activity as we tackle several important projects. For your safety and the efficiency of our operations, please be aware of and stay away from all marked work areas.

It is vital to give our crews and equipment plenty of room. Operators of large machinery may not always see pedestrians, and even your presence nearby can be a significant distraction, potentially leading to accidents. Do not enter or cross through active work zones, and please refrain from interrupting the crews.

For any inquiries about the work, the plant services office is ready to assist at 503-554-2010. Your understanding and cooperation in respecting these safety guidelines are greatly appreciated.

All university offices will be closed this Thursday, June 19, to observe the Juneteenth holiday. The Murdock Library will be closed, although access to the 24/7 space will remain available.

The Bruin Bookstore is hosting an end-of-season sale, marking items up to 50% off now through June 30. From jackets, vests and cardigans to flannel pajama bottoms and mugs, we have something for everyone. Check it out!

We are available online 24/7 and open in person from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Email Kristin McGuirk at kmcguirk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

In honor of the upcoming Juneteenth holiday this Thursday, the Intercultural Resource Center team would like to invite you to the IRC tomorrow (Tuesday) from noon to 1 p.m. for a quick 60-minute viewing of the documentary “Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom,” produced by Pastor Rasool Berry in partnership with Our Daily Bread.

As your schedules allow, we’d love to have you take your lunch break with us (we have multiple tables to sit around and a microwave for heating food!). Even if you can only come for some of the hour, we’d love to have you!

Please note that if you’re interested but don’t have the space in your schedule, you can find the documentary streaming on OPB as well as Our Daily Bread Media.

Happy viewing and happy Juneteenth from the Intercultural Life team! Contact Zanne Backous at sbackous@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Summer classes keeping you busy with varied schedules? The Virtual Learning Center (VLC) offers the flexibility you need with our convenient asynchronous appointment options!

Need feedback on a draft outside of typical meeting times? Have a quick question but can’t make a live session work? Our asynchronous service allows you to submit your work or questions, and our consultant will provide thorough feedback on your time.

Here’s how our asynchronous appointments work for you:

• Submit Online: Upload your paper and assignment details.
• Detailed Feedback: Receive comprehensive written feedback from our knowledgeable consultants to help you understand concepts and improve your work.
• Convenient Access: Once the feedback is ready, you’ll be notified and can access it at your convenience.

Take advantage of this flexible support to stay on top of your coursework this summer.

Ready to submit for asynchronous feedback? Simply click on the TracCloud icon located on your Canvas Dashboard and select the asynchronous appointment option. We’re here to support your learning, even when schedules are tight!

If you have any questions, email the vlc@georgefox.edu or contact Heather Harney at 503-554-2449 or hharney@georgefox.edu.

The football staff is hosting its annual youth and middle school football camp this month. Here are the details:

• The youth camp is for kids entering grades K-5 and will be Tuesday and Wednesday, June 24-25.
• The middle school camp is for incoming sixth- through eighth-graders and will be Thursday and Friday, June 26-27.
• Each day of camp is from 9 a.m. to noon in Stoffer Stadium.
• Our staff will teach the basic drills and skills of football, have competitions for prizes, and all campers will receive a George Fox football T-shirt.

If you are an employee of George Fox, we want to invite your child to sign up for free. Email Hannah Boughton at hboughton22@georgefox.edu to receive this year’s camp discount code. Go Bruins!

Paul Anderson will be presenting an international Zoom lecture/discussion on “George Fox: An Evangelical Perspective,” hosted by Woodbrooke, the Quaker study center in the UK. It will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25. All are welcome to watch!

Summer courses can be intensive! Make the most of your learning by developing effective strategies with the Virtual Learning Center (VLC).

Our consultant can help you go beyond just understanding content. They can work with you to:

• Develop Effective Study Habits: Discover techniques that fit your learning style and help you retain information.
• Improve Time Management Skills: Learn how to prioritize tasks and manage your workload efficiently, even with a compressed summer schedule.

Investing in your learning strategies now will pay off throughout your academic journey. Ready to sharpen your learning skills? Schedule an appointment with a consultant through the TracCloud icon on your Canvas Dashboard. We offer both Zoom and asynchronous options to fit your needs!

Let us help you become a more effective and confident learner this summer! If you have any questions, email the vlc@georgefox.edu or contact Heather Harney at 503-554-2449 or hharney@georgefox.edu.

Today (Monday), Carlton Way will be blocked, starting at 10 a.m., for a large crane delivery. The road should reopen at noon. Cars will not be allowed into the area, and cars parked in the spaces near Klages and Edwards Hall will not be allowed to leave during that time.

Thank you for your patience!

The student life team is excited to host the Association for Christians in Student Development (ACSD) Annual Conference June 2-5. Some guests began arriving as early as May 28, with retreats and pre-conference workshops scheduled from May 30 to June 2.

We’re expecting more than 500 student life professionals from Christian colleges and universities across the U.S., Canada, and around the world. The conference also welcomes Christian professionals serving in student life roles at non-faith-based institutions.

As you encounter guests on campus during that week, we encourage you to extend a warm George Fox welcome. Many of these individuals have spent the past year pouring into others; this conference is a vital opportunity for them to be renewed, encouraged, and poured into themselves.

To view the conference schedule and details, please visit the event’s website. If you have questions, feel free to contact Sharia (Hays) Jones at shays@georgefox.edu or Mark Pothoff at mpothoff@georgefox.edu.

All university offices in Newberg and at regional sites will be closed this Monday, May 26, to observe the Memorial Day holiday. The libraries in Newberg and the Portland Center will also be closed, although the 24-hour space in the Murdock Library will remain open.

Just a reminder! The Hadlock Student Center has a few summer classes we will offer for those still around.

• Power Cycle: Mondays at 6 p.m.
• Full Body Burn: Fridays at 10 a.m.
• Employee-Only Functional Fitness: Mondays and Wednesdays at noon

We would love for you to attend and take advantage of these great fitness classes! Visit this link to learn more.

To reduce the cost of waste disposal, the majority of recycling bins and trash bins across the Newberg campus will be locked and not serviced during the summer. Do not place trash on or near locked dumpsters. Instead, the following locations will have unlocked bins for trash or recycling.

Recycling:

• Canyon Commons
• Klages Center (moved to be in front of Campus Public Safety along Carlton Way)
• Medical Sciences Building
• Roberts Center
• Stevens Center
• Wheeler

Trash:

• Brandt Hall
• Canyon Commons
• Hodgin House / Intercultural House
• Klages Center (moved to be in front of Campus Public Safety along Carlton Way)
• Medical Sciences Building
• Roberts Center
• Roy Apartments
• Stevens Center
• Villa House
• Wheeler
• Woolman Apartments

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Do you know a high school student eager to explore their academic passions, experience college life firsthand, and deepen their faith this summer? The Pre-College Summer Institute (PCI) at George Fox University offers a week-long, immersive academic camp designed to prepare students for college and beyond.

Students will earn college credit with hands-on learning experiences that deepen their understanding and equip them with crucial skills in fields such as nursing, interior design, engineering, theatre, and more.

By connecting with professors and undergraduate TAs, utilizing our premier recreation facilities, and sleeping in the dorms, the week offers students a true taste of college life, all within the context of George Fox’s Christ-centered mission. Better yet, students who attend PCI are awarded an annual $1,000 scholarship when they enroll as an undergraduate student at George Fox.

Encourage your high schooler to apply while scholarships are still available! Visit our website to learn more.

Happy spring! Please complete a careful review of your department expenses using your VENA reports now, looking at your transactions through April 30.

Completing those adjustments now, before June 30, will help us stay on our very tight year-end schedule. This way, adjustments required in early July should only relate to May and June.

Thank you for your help!

– The Finance Team

Know of any great George Fox-related stories? Students making a difference in their communities? An inspiring account of someone who has overcome obstacles or has had an amazing faith journey? A professor who exemplifies the Be Known promise?

If so, we in marketing communications want to hear about it! Please fill out this form and include the name of the person you wish to highlight, their contact info (if possible), and a few details about what makes their story compelling. We’ll take it from there!

Some folks may be featured in our blog and/or on our website. Still others may be featured in a video or in our university magazine. In short, we’re looking for stories that communicate why George Fox is such a special place.

Thanks for taking time to share these stories with us!

Please join the College of Physical Therapy for our 12th Research Symposium this Wednesday, May 14, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Medical Sciences Building (448 Werth Blvd.). Physical therapy doctoral faculty and second-year students will showcase various rehabilitation research topics.

Questions? Please contact Samantha Skaggs at sskaggs@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2451.

The Virtual Learning Center (VLC) is here to support you with convenient online appointments throughout the summer.

Whether you need help understanding course material, want feedback on a writing assignment, or could use some strategies for effective studying, our consultant is ready to assist you virtually.

Here’s how the VLC can support you this summer:

• Zoom Appointments: Connect with a consultant in real-time from anywhere! Schedule a live Zoom session for interactive support and personalized guidance.
• Asynchronous Appointments: Need feedback on a paper? Submit your work online along with an assignment prompt, and a consultant will provide feedback at a time that works for you.

Take advantage of these valuable resources to stay on track and feel confident in your coursework.

Ready to schedule an appointment? Click on the TracCloud icon on your Canvas Dashboard to do so. We look forward to supporting your learning journey this summer!

If you have any questions, email the vlc@georgefox.edu or contact Heather Harney at 503-554-2449 or hharney@georgefox.edu.

The physical therapy program is hosting a career fair today (Monday) from 4 to 7 p.m. in Canyon Commons. Twenty-one companies will be represented. Any students in healthcare-related programs are welcome to participate.

Reach out to Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu with any questions.