The Daily Bruin

The Bruin Community Pantry is seeking volunteers for the summer semester. Besides volunteering at the food bank welcoming clients, we also need a few people to help unload our food delivery on Tuesdays from 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Our schedule ranges from Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., depending upon the availability of the volunteers. We will be closed for the following holidays: May 26 (Memorial Day), June 19 (Juneteenth), July 4 and Aug. 22 (Welcome Weekend).

If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about this opportunity, please email Jere Witherspoon at jwithers@georgefox.edu.

For the next three days the George Fox community will come together to support the things we care about most. We’re inviting people to give to their passion and fund your departments, programs, and teams.

Share the link and spread the word! Every gift gets your department one step closer to the $5,000 prize.

Don’t forget to join us on the quad this Thursday, April 3, at 11:30 a.m. for food, fun and fuzzy friends at the Give Day Festival!

Can you save a life within an hour? Come try our Medical Madness Escape Room on Saturday, April 12, in the College of Nursing simulation center in Roberts 202. This is a fundraiser for nursing and kinesiology students traveling to Costa Rica or Kenya this summer on service trips.

This event is open to students, staff and community members who are at least 8 years old (parents or guardians must accompany any minors). Up to five people can be in a group, and one person from the group should reserve a time slot here.

The cost is $25 per person at the door, using the donation portal (here for Costa Rica and here for Kenya) or cash.

Feel free to reach out to Stephanie Matthew at smatthew@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The university community is invited to a special faculty concert featuring Aaron Barnhart at 7:30 p.m. this Thursday, April 3, in Wood-Mar Auditorium. The event is free for students and employees!

Aaron will perform “The Prodigal Returns,” a concept work based on the parable of the Prodigal Son. Mixed in surround sound and featuring faculty guest artists and engaging visual and lighting elements, the show promises to be a journey in electronic rock that will touch the heart, mind and senses.

The Nursing Club invites you to participate in a meaningful opportunity to give back to the community. Our spring blood drive is this Friday, April 4, and we encourage you to consider donating. Sign up with this link.

The drive will be at Northwest Christian Church (2315 Villa Road) and take place between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Join in the Civility Project’s next “Community Conversation” at 7 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) in Canyon Commons. Our own Jere Witherspoon will join local conservative civility advocate Paul Blattner in a brief conversation modeling respectful speech and reflective listening.

Then, everyone will have a chance to pick a topic about which people at their table disagree, and have a potentially eye-opening conversation about it. All are invited to practice the skills we will need to be healing agents in our fractured political culture!

For more information, contact George Fox Civility Project Director Ron Mock at civility@georgefox.edu, or check out the Civility Project website.

Women of George Fox: You are invited to an inspiring afternoon of conversation and connection! Join us at 4 p.m. this Sunday, April 6, in Stevens 207 for a special event with Ruth Easterling, an executive coach, leadership development consultant and former pastor.

With over 15 years in ministry and a passion for empowering women to lead, Ruth brings wisdom, insight and real-world experience to the conversation. She also hosts a powerful podcast that shares the stories of women from all walks of life who have embraced leadership in their own unique ways.

Together, we will explore how Jesus empowers women to lead in our communities, careers and callings. Don’t miss this opportunity to reflect, grow and be encouraged! Bring a friend and join the conversation!

Reach out to Tamara Wytsma at twytsma@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

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

George Fox physical therapy students are hosting their annual free physical therapy clinic May 8 through June 13!

We will serve clients with a variety of needs, including relief from general aches and pains, chronic conditions, sports injuries, orthopedic surgery recovery, balance and fall concerns, concussion management, neurological conditions, vestibular issues, general deconditioning, pediatric care, cardiovascular support, and more. The DPT students are eager to serve you, so please take advantage!

Please fill out this Google Form and you will be contacted for scheduling. Thank you!

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

Aloha! The Hawaii Club’s annual luau is coming up on Tuesday, April 15, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) in Canyon Commons! Enjoy an evening of delicious Hawaiian food, music and entertainment.

Tickets will be sold today (Tuesday), April 3, April 8, and April 10 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in Canyon Commons. Ticket prices (Venmo or cash) are as follows:

• Students: One meal swipe or $5
• Employees: $10
• Community members: $15

Don’t miss out – grab your tickets early and join us for an unforgettable night!

Feel free to contact Morgan Joy Igaya with any questions at migaya21@georgefox.edu.

Check out these upcoming FBI events for students and job seekers. Whether you are interested in a special agent position, an FBI Internship, or one of our other 500 positions, here is your chance to learn about it!

• Friday, April 11: FBI Virtual Info Session – 2026 Honors Internship Program
• Thursday, May 22: 2025 FBI Career Expo

Contact Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@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.

All students, staff and faculty are invited to utilize the chapel for quiet prayer and reflection during designated open hours.

Those seeking a moment of peace and spiritual connection can do so on Mondays between 12:30 and 2 p.m. and on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 7 and 9 a.m. through the end of the semester.

To learn more about this sacred space, visit this page.

The university’s Department of Art and Design and the Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce invite you to the opening of a unique and fun gallery exhibition. “Selections from the Studios” showcases a variety of works from George Fox students majoring in studio arts, illustration, and graphic design.

The opening take places from 5 to 8 p.m. this Friday, April 4, during First Friday Artwalk. Come see the amazing artwork of our students, enjoy refreshments, and hang out with cool artists, just a short walk away from campus, at the Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce (112 N. Garfield St. #103).

If you can’t make it to the opening, the show will be up until April 28, so stop by the visitor center and check it out.

Join in the Civility Project’s next “Community Conversation” at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2, in Canyon Commons. Our own Jere Witherspoon will join local conservative civility advocate Paul Blattner in a brief conversation modeling respectful speech and reflective listening.

Then, everyone will have a chance to pick a topic about which people at their table disagree, and have a potentially eye-opening conversation about it. All are invited to practice the skills we will need to be healing agents in our fractured political culture!

For more information, contact George Fox Civility Project Director Ron Mock at civility@georgefox.edu, or check out the Civility Project website.

The university’s Department of Art and Design and the Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce invite you to the opening of a unique and fun gallery exhibition. “Selections from the Studios” showcases a variety of works from George Fox students majoring in studio arts, illustration, and graphic design.

The opening take places from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 4, during First Friday Artwalk. Come see the amazing artwork of our students, enjoy refreshments, and hang out with cool artists, just a short walk away from campus, at the Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce (112 N. Garfield St. #103).

If you can’t make it to the opening, the show will be up until April 28, so stop by the visitor center and check it out.

All university offices are closed this Friday, March 28, for the spring break holiday. The Murdock Library on the Newberg campus will be closed, but the 24/7 space will remain open. The Bruin Store on the Newberg campus will also be closed.

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.

Check out these upcoming FBI events for students and job seekers. Whether you are interested in a special agent position, an FBI Internship, or one of our other 500 positions, here is your chance to learn about it!

• Friday, April 11: FBI Virtual Info Session – 2026 Honors Internship Program
• Wednesday, March 26 – Virtual Linguist Info Session
• Thursday, May 22 – 2025 FBI Career Expo

Contact Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Any student who is on campus during spring break is invited to enjoy some pizza with us in the Disability and Accessibility Services office in Murdock 109 this evening (Tuesday) at 5 p.m.

If you would like to come, please email Carrie at ckisling@georgefox.edu to let us know you’re coming and if you have any dietary restrictions or needs.

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.