The Daily Bruin

Do you have food and kitchenware you do not want to pack when you leave for the summer? Help support your peers by donating to the Bruin Community Pantry!

Here is how you can contribute before the semester ends.

What to Donate

• Kitchenware: Any gently used, functional items, clothing, hangers, etc.
• Food: Unopened, non-perishable food items
• Flex Points: You can use remaining meal plan points at the Maker’s Market or Bridge Café to purchase items for the pantry’s “Grab & Go” section.

Where & When
Drop off your donations at the Bruin Community Pantry by Friday, April 28.

• Monday, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Thursday, 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Friday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

If you have questions, please email Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

The George Fox University Chamber Singers and Concert Choir invite you to their spring concert, “To The Sky!,” this Saturday, April 11, at 3 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. The concert will feature student conductors Maxwell Ball, Reagan Medina and Maria Yin. Admission is free!

Questions? Contact Jenn Buygawan at jbuyagawan@georgefox.edu. 

Please join us in the Stevens Center Atrium to honor the retirement of our beloved and longtime professor, Dr. Gary Tandy.

The celebration will be held today (Thursday) from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Use this link to share a written memory, kind words, a video message, or a photo!

Questions? Contact Nathan Goodman at ngoodman22@georgefox.edu.

George Fox will celebrate Dr. Pam Fifer’s memory with a service held in Bauman Auditorium on Saturday, April 18, at 10 a.m. All are welcome to join us in honoring Dr. Fifer, who lost her battle with cancer on March 27.

As dean of the College of Nursing, she was a visionary leader who transformed the program through her pursuit of academic excellence, her commitment to mentorship, and her advocacy for the future of nursing education.

Her family will also hold a memorial service at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Crossroads Community Church in Keizer. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Pamela J. Fifer Memorial Endowed Nursing Scholarship at George Fox, ensuring her passion for nursing education continues to inspire generations of students. Click here to donate.

Questions? Contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu.

Join us tonight (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. in Canyon Commons to hear from Jim Donald, former CEO of Starbucks, who will share his insights on leading through change.

Donald will move beyond business theory to discuss the human element in a conversation he calls, “What They Don’t Teach You in Business School: Real-World Leadership for the Future.” This free event offers a masterclass in the human element of industry.

Donald will provide the “missing link” between classroom theory and the grit of “front-line” leadership – lessons he learned directly from legendary figures like Sam Walton, founder of Walmart. He will deep dive into an “old-school” playbook that validates the daily professional challenges of the modern age through the lens of a servant-leadership model.

Donald is a world-class executive and “Turnaround King” with a storied 50-year career in the retail and service industries. Recognized by the Best Practice Institute as one of the “Top 25 CEOs in the World,” Donald has held the top leadership mantle at some of the most recognizable brands in the world, including Starbucks, Albertsons, and Extended Stay Hotels.

For more information, contact Carly Reumann creumann@georgefox.edu.

The end of the semester moves fast, and Virtual Learning Center (VLC) appointments fill up even faster. Whether you need a final paper review or a strategy session for that big exam, the time to book is now.

Beat the rush, secure your spot, and walk into finals week with a plan. Your future self will thank you!

To schedule an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas dashboard. If you have any questions, please email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.

Students and authorized payers: We’re updating the look of the Student Account payment portal to better align with George Fox University branding.

This update is visual only; there are no changes to functionality, or how you access or make payments. You will continue to use the same links and login process as before.

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Student Accounts at studentaccounts@georgefox.edu.

Registration is now open for George Fox Youth Football Camp! It is open to kids from kindergarten through eighth grade. We will have games, competitions and prizes, and will learn the basic fundamentals of football.

Register here today. See you this summer!

Questions? Contact Spencer Crace at scrace@georgefox.edu.

Gabrielle Hernandez, a doctoral student in clinical psychology, is inviting students and community members ages 18 and older to participate in a research study on culture, stress and resilience.

This mixed-methods study examines how cultural orientation (collectivist vs. individualistic) relates to resilience and life stressors, with the goal of informing more culturally responsive and strengths-based mental health practices.

Participation involves completing a brief online survey, which takes approximately 15 to 25 minutes. All responses are anonymous, and participation is completely voluntary.

If you are 18 or older and interested in participating, please access the survey here and submit your response before May 31. Your participation will contribute to research aimed at improving culturally responsive mental health care.

Questions? Contact Gabrielle at ghernandez22@georgefox.edu.

There will be no German Table held this Thursday, April 9. Please join us when our meetings resume in two weeks on Thursday, April 23, for a relaxed weekly opportunity to speak and practice German. This event is open for faculty, staff and students.

If you have any questions, email Susana Martinez at smartinez@georgefox.edu.

George Fox Give Day is this Thursday, April 9! This year, the cause with the most donors who give $10 or more will unlock an extra $5,000 in funding. To support your favorite area of campus, check the Give Day page to see the live score and snag a link for your favorite cause to share with others.

Contact Kelton Hedstrom at khedstrom@georgefox.edu if you have any questions!

Don’t miss your chance to make a difference (and grab some free treats!) at the George Fox Give Day Festival! Head over to the quad this Thursday, April 9, between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to grab a free latte, cookie, and Give Day T-shirt.

Most importantly, your presence carries power: Every student gets to cast a vote for their favorite participating cause. The group with the most votes at the end of the event will unlock a massive $1,000 bonus! Come hungry, leave inspired, and help your favorite cause win big.

Contact Kelton Hedstrom at khedstrom@georgefox.edu with any questions!

There will be no Sobremesa gathering today (Tuesday). Please join us when our meetings resume next Tuesday, April 14, from noon to 1 p.m. for a relaxed weekly opportunity to speak, practice, and learn more Spanish. This event is open for faculty, staff and students

If you have any questions, email Susana Martinez at smartinez@georgefox.edu. We hope to see you there. ¡Hasta luego!

Audrie and Daisy is an urgent real-life drama that examines the ripple effects on families, friends, schools and communities when two underage young women find that sexual assault crimes against them have been caught on camera.

Consent around sex is often not taken as seriously as it should be, and, as this film makes dreadfully clear, without consent, unwanted sexual contact is sexual assault.

Come join a viewing of this award-winning documentary in the Cinematic Arts Building’s screening room this Friday, April 10, from 8 to 10 p.m., and learn how you can support survivors of sexual assault.

Questions? Contact Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu.

Join physical therapy faculty member Dr. Tess Treinen Swake this Thursday, April 9, for a Lunch & Learn on sexual anatomy and pelvic health. Grab some food and enjoy casual conversation at 11:30 a.m. The presentation will start at noon in Canyon Commons 102.

This session will cover the basics of male and female reproductive anatomy, what healthy pelvic function looks like, and when changes may signal it’s time to check in with a healthcare provider.

A meal ticket will be provided upon request. Anonymous questions can be submitted here.

If you have questions, contact Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu.

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is partnering with George Fox to host four free self-defense classes as part of our Sexual Assault Awareness Month events. Each class is the same, so you only need to sign up for one, but space is limited to 25 people. Grab a friend, throw on your trainers, and learn some important skills that will empower and encourage.

The first class is today (Tuesday) from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hadlock. Sign up here under “Self-Defense Classes” to secure your spot for tonight or any of the upcoming dates.

Questions? Contact Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu.

What does it look like when two of America’s most brilliant and outspoken minds — one a conservative lion of natural law theory, the other a prophetic voice of the Black radical tradition — sit down not as opponents, but as brothers in Christ?

On Thursday, April 16, at 7 p.m., the university invites you to “Civic Friendship in a Polarized Age,” a rare and remarkable dialogue between Princeton’s Robert George and Union Seminary’s Cornel West.

Students have the option of receiving elective chapel credit for attending. The event, originally scheduled for Canyon Commons, has been moved to Bauman Auditorium. There is no fee, but we request you please reserve your spot using this form.

Rooted not in the tired theater of political debate but in a shared Christian faith that calls all people to love their neighbors across every divide, this conversation will explore what genuine civic friendship demands of us in this fractured moment. Come expecting not a clash, but a covenant — a living demonstration that the gospel has always been, at its heart, a politics of reconciliation.

For more information, contact Carly Reumann creumann@georgefox.edu.

Join the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program for a “Diversity Dialogue” centered around veterans. The event will take place this Thursday, April 9, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Stevens 209.

We will be welcoming two licensed clinical social workers who work at the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) to provide information on how to support veterans as they learn about and access VA benefits.

We’ll also have a veteran share about their experience transitioning from the military into civilian life, and briefly discuss aspects of military culture.

Finally, part of our discussion will focus on resources at the VA, such as mental health support, supportive housing services, holistic health options, and the financial benefit COMPACT Act, which is for veterans in an acute suicidal crisis.

We’ll have plenty of information materials to share. We hope to see you there!

Questions? Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu.

Join us at 7 p.m. this Wednesday, April 8, to hear from Jim Donald, former CEO of Starbucks, as he shares his insights on leading through change.

Donald will move beyond business theory to discuss the human element in a conversation he calls, “What They Don’t Teach You in Business School: Real-World Leadership for the Future.” This free event in Canyon Commons offers a masterclass in the human element of industry.

Donald will provide the “missing link” between classroom theory and the grit of “front-line” leadership – lessons he learned directly from legendary figures like Sam Walton, founder of Walmart. He will deep dive into an “old-school” playbook that validates the daily professional challenges of the modern age through the lens of a servant-leadership model.

Donald is a world-class executive and “Turnaround King” with a storied 50-year career in the retail and service industries. Recognized by the Best Practice Institute as one of the “Top 25 CEOs in the World,” he has held the top leadership mantle at some of the most recognizable brands in the world, including Starbucks, Albertsons, and Extended Stay Hotels.

For more information, contact Carly Reumann creumann@georgefox.edu.

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is hosting Bruin Preview today (Friday). With about 600 visitors expected on campus, we are asking George Fox students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day. Here’s what you can keep in mind:

• Guests will be arriving on campus this morning between 7:30 and 8:15 a.m. and will fill all the main campus parking lots. Students and employees are encouraged to take advantage of street parking and the Morse lot (near softball fields).
• Be mindful of guests in your housing area. We will have tours circulating through Newlin, Edwards, Gulley, Pennington, and HMS from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour groups will be viewing dorm lobbies and a room in each dorm.
• Plan for a much busier-than-usual lunch in Canyon Commons. Guests will be going through the main servery lines and will eat in the main dining area. If you see a family looking for a spot to sit, invite them to join you and help direct them to their next activity.
• Offer a helping hand with directions to students and their families!

Questions? Email visit@georgefox.edu or call Lauren Hill at 503-554-2245.