The Daily Bruin

In order to leave your vehicle on campus during spring break, you must fill out the waiver form found on our website. Employees: Please inform students of this policy.

Please observe the following:

• Your car keys must be left with Campus Public Safety.
• All personal belongings must be taken out of the car to avoid tempting a potential thief.
• George Fox University is not responsible for potential loss or damage to your vehicle while left unattended on campus.
• Do not leave your vehicle on city streets, because the city of Newberg will tow it as an “abandoned vehicle” after 72 hours.

Questions? Call 503.554.2090 or email Elrike Shaw at eshaw@georgefox.edu.

The whitewater rafting trip with OREC, originally scheduled for this Saturday, March 21, has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Contact Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu with questions.

Dear Newberg students, parents, faculty and staff,

George Fox University continues to have zero confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), although the Oregon Health Authority has announced Yamhill County has a (presumably unrelated) case. We are in daily contact with Yamhill County Public Health, and we have been informed they will notify us if they become aware we have a confirmed case on the Newberg campus. 

The Oregon Health Authority and the Higher Education Coordinating Commission have issued new guidelines for universities regarding sharing information about student health involving coronavirus. Under these new guidelines, information about students with a confirmed case of coronavirus will be communicated by the local public health agency (Yamhill County Public Health for the Newberg campus, Washington County Department of Health and Human Services for Portland Center, Marion County Public Health for the Salem site, and Deschutes County Public Health for Redmond site). 

These new guidelines restrict our ability to share personal student health information, including symptoms, test status or test results. Any sharing of information must come from the public health agency or the individual. We realize this may be frustrating to our whole community, especially those with health concerns and those in close contact with others who have health concerns. We believe anyone who has been in close contact with a confirmed case will be notified by public health officials. 

We will continue to update our coronavirus response page with whatever public information is available. Please direct any questions to health@georgefox.edu.

We know these are uncertain times, but we are a Christ-centered community that cares for and supports one another, and we will continue to do so. The safety and well-being of our students and employees remains our top priority, and we will continue to update you as we receive new information. 

Sincerely,
Brad Lau, Vice President for Student Life

Flu season is in full swing and the health center still has flu vaccines available for $20. If you have the student health insurance with the university (PacificSource), then it’s free! Call the Health and Counseling Center to schedule an appointment today.

Questions? Contact Molly Hickok at mhickok@georgefox.edu.

In line with changes to the university’s schedule, the Hadlock Student Center has updated services and hours of operation. All intramurals, group fitness, and climbing classes are being suspended at this time. The updated hours are as follows:

• Today (Tuesday) through Friday, March 20 – Open from 6 to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m. Reduced rope climbing hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday, March 21 and 22 – Closed
• Monday, March 23, through Thursday, March 26 – Open from 6 to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m. Reduced rope climbing hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m.

During this time, HSC staff will provide additional cleaning of high-touch areas in the facility. We ask for your help in maintaining the function of this space and the health of users by taking the following steps:

• If you’re not feeling well, please stay at home. 
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after your workout. Avoid touching your face, eyes, nose and mouth. 
• Wipe down equipment after use and practice social distancing during your activity (three feet or more from others and avoiding unnecessary contact).

Questions? Contact studentcenter@georgefox.edu.

The Bruin Store will be open during its normal hours this week: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Any changes in those hours will be posted in a second Daily Bruin announcement. Questions? Contact Paige Jacobs at pjacobs@georgefox.edu.

In light of recent events, the accounting department will be canceling its remaining free tax preparation and e-filing assistance sessions for the George Fox community. The original dates scheduled were March 19, April 4, and April 9.

This decision comes as a result of the fact student volunteers will not be on campus as they take precautions associated with the coronavirus. We apologize for any inconvenience.

If you have questions, contact Seth Sikkema at 503-554-2813.

This June, the university’s physical therapy department is taking a medical service trip to Ghana and Uganda to team up with local healthcare organizations to treat diverse conditions in underserved communities.

To help raise funds for the trip, a banquet will be held on Saturday, April 11, at 5 p.m. in Canyon Commons. Tickets are $30 and include dinner and a silent auction of various basket items!

If you are interested in joining us, contact Ariana Blondo at ablondo@georgefox.edu, or come by the physical therapy department in the Roberts Center and ask for Ariana.

Do you need some adventure for spring break? Come whitewater rafting with OREC on the Clackamas River on Saturday, March 21. This will be an awesome day on the water surrounded by iconic Pacific Northwest scenery.

YD Adventures will facilitate the trip and provide all river equipment. The trip cost is $35 and includes transportation. Sign up through IMLeagues.com.

This will be an all-day outing, so participants will need to pack a lunch and bring a change of clothes. Wetsuits and other river gear will be provided. Contact Keith Schneider at kschneid@georgefox.edu with questions.

Are you planning an adventure for spring break and need some gear to make it happen? The Hadlock Rental Center can help you out without breaking the bank.

Rentals of $10 or more will be eligible for a 20 percent discount from now through Sunday, March 29. Reserve gear online through the rental center’s webshop. Questions? Contact studentcenter@georgefox.edu.

The Murdock Library will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and the 24-hour space will remain open when the library is closed.

The Portland Center Library will be open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from noon to 5 p.m. The hours are subject to change based on student employee availability. Visit the Portland Center Library page for updates.

The Health and Counseling Center will retain regular hours March 16-20 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and will close over spring break (March 23-27). The center is tentatively scheduled to resume regular hours on Monday, March 30.

Bon Appetit has modified its hours of operation for Canyon Commons:

Saturday and Sunday, March 14 and 15:

• Continental breakfast – 8 to 10:30 a.m.
• Brunch – 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• Dinner – 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Monday, March 16, through Friday, March 20:

• Breakfast – 7 to 10 a.m.
• Lunch – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Dinner – 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, March 21: Small continental breakfast from 8 to 9 a.m.

The hours for the Bridge Café have also been modified:

• Monday, March 16, through Friday, March 20 – 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Saturday, March 21 – Closed
• Sunday, March 22 – Closed

The Bruin Den and Bruin Bites are closed until further notice. For update information, subscribe to the menu mail. Questions? Contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

The Bruin Community Pantry food bank has modified hours through Friday, April 10.

• Mondays – 8 to 10 a.m. and 4 to 5 p.m.
• Tuesdays – 4 to 5 p.m.
• Wednesdays – 4 to 5 p.m.
• Thursdays – 2 to 5 p.m.
• Fridays – 4 to 5 p.m.

If you need to access the food bank during alternative times or need more information, contact bruincommunitypantry@georgefox.edu.

The public lecture titled “Conflict Resolution and Christian Responsibility: The Case from Rwanda 1994” with David Rawson has been canceled. This event will be rescheduled. Questions? Contact Gloria Doherty at gdoherty@georgefox.edu.

In line with changes to the university’s schedule, the Hadlock Student Center has updated services and hours of operation. All intramurals, group fitness, and climbing classes are being suspended at this time. The updated hours are as follows:

• Saturday, March 14 – Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sunday, March 15 – Closed for additional cleaning
• Monday, March 16, through Friday, March 20 – Open from 6 to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m. Reduced rope climbing hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday, March 21 and 22 – Closed
• Monday, March 23, through Thursday, March 26 – Open from 6 to 9 a.m., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m. Reduced rope climbing hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m.

During this time, HSC staff will provide additional cleaning of high-touch areas in the facility. We ask for your help in maintaining the function of this space and the health of users by taking the following steps:

• If you’re not feeling well, please stay at home. 
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after your workout. Avoid touching your face, eyes, nose and mouth. 
• Wipe down equipment after use and practice social distancing during your activity (three feet or more from others and avoiding unnecessary contact).

Questions? Contact studentcenter@georgefox.edu.

Join us for a banquet and auction fundraiser on Saturday, April 11, from 5 to 9 p.m. in Canyon Commons to support the doctor of physical therapy students’ Africa serve trip. The silent auction will feature items from local wineries and businesses.

Tickets for this event are $30 each. Contact Ariana Blondo at ablondo18@georgefox.edu for more information or with questions.

Come hear new music at Alex Hastings’ senior composition recital in Bauman Auditorium this Saturday, March 14, at 1 p.m.

The performers will play original compositions for piano, wind instruments, marimba, string instruments, and more. The recital will also include the premiere of “Spectrum” – a multimedia work for strings, computer and video – that was created to raise autism awareness. Come for a fun and diverse afternoon of music!

Questions? Contact Alex Hastings at ahastings16@georgefox.edu.

The Closet Project is launching weekly pop-ups! Come by the Bruin Store today (Thursday) between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and bring cash for our “Two for $1 T-shirt Day.”

Don’t forget that 100 percent of your purchase goes to the Bruin Community Pantry to combat food insecurity here on campus. Check out our other upcoming events:

• Thursday, March 19 – Denim Day
• Wednesday, April 1 – On Wednesdays We Wear Pink
• Wednesday, April 8 – Giving Day Pop-up
• Thursday, April 16 – Sundress Celebration
• Wednesday, April 22 – We Work Out
• Monday, April 27 – Two for $1 T-shirts

Keep an eye on our Instagram, @the_bruin_store, for pop-up locations and times. Questions? Contact Paige Jacobs at pjacobs@georgefox.edu.

The School of Physical Therapy is looking for volunteers for a skin screening session on Wednesday, April 8, from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Roberts Center. Second-year physical therapy students, along with a medical doctor, will review your skin for any abnormalities.

If you have any skin concerns and would like to volunteer, contact Linda Dallof at ldallof@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2451.