The Daily Bruin

The Bruin Store will be opening up at 10 a.m. this morning (Wednesday) and closing at 3 p.m. for a software update to our systems. Thank you for understanding.

Want the chance to show a prospective Bruin what being a student at George Fox is like? Sign up to be a Bruin Preview overnight host and get paired with a prospective student for the night!

You’ll get to have dinner with them, attend dorm events, explore Newberg, and show them what Fox is like through your eyes!

This event will run from the evening of Thursday, April 2, until the morning of Friday, April 3. Check out this link to sign up.

As a thank you for hosting, you will receive chapel elective credit as well as an entry into our raffle for the chance to win George Fox merch, gift cards, and more!

For more information, email visit@georgefox.edu.

Please join us in celebrating National Social Work Month and receiving the news that our Bachelor of Social Work program has just been reaffirmed for another eight years!

The accreditation process ensures we have met national educational standards for training competent, ethical social workers, and we passed with flying colors! Please join us for refreshments to celebrate this great news this Friday, March 13, between 10 and 11 a.m. in Roberts 215.

We’ll see you there! Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Reminder: Thursday is the last day to register for the spring interprofessional education event, scheduled for this Saturday, March 14, from 9 a.m. to noon in Bauman Auditorium!

Dive into enriching group discussions led by facilitators, exploring a compelling case study on “Navigating Addiction and Chronic Pain” that offers a unique chance to apply your expertise across disciplines in an interprofessional environment.

Following the case discussions, there will be a faculty panel discussion, where you’ll have the opportunity to pose questions and gain valuable insights.

You can register here. Registration closes on Thursday at 5 p.m.

The school year is winding down, and summer will be here before you know it!

Before you leave campus for the summer, it’s important to be prepared financially for fall 2026. You may have some outstanding financial aid tasks, and it’s important to start working on those now so you have an accurate picture of your fall balance.

Here are the steps you should complete by May 1:

• Do you want to access federal financial aid? File your 2026-27 FAFSA as soon as possible if you have not done so already.
• Did you use loans this year? Are you planning to use them next year? You can accept or decline your federal Stafford loans today in MyGeorgeFox. (If you change your mind, we can always adjust them later!) Here are some instructions on how to do that. 
• Considering a Parent PLUS Loan or a private loan? Compare the two options here. (Loan applications open May 1!)
• Has your family’s financial situation changed since 2024? If you’ve had a change of circumstance, or if you had a Professional Judgment this year for special circumstances that will continue next year, request a PJ.
• Check your MyGeorgeFox To Do List for any specific tasks we may have assigned you.

Why May 1? Summer is the time to plan how you’re going to make your payment on Aug. 15. We will continue to send reminder emails over the next few months to ensure you complete everything by May 1, so keep an eye on your George Fox email!

Need help? Contact us! We’re available in the office Monday through Friday. You’re welcome to call, email, stop by, or schedule an appointment.

First-year students and seniors will receive a legitimate survey from “nsse@nssesurvey.org” on Wednesday, March 11. Please complete the survey!

The National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) is used by several offices on campus to improve student services. Your time on the survey will benefit many!

Thank you! If you have questions, contact Christine Lawton in the academic affairs office at clawton@georgefox.edu.

The Office of Inclusive Excellence is excited to welcome former employee and George Fox alumnus Jesse Cetz to speak on campus on Tuesday, March 17, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101.

Jesse is now a marriage and family therapist at Vista Counseling & Wellness and will be sharing how to have healthy boundaries and navigate difficult conversations. This seminar is open to all faculty, staff and students.

Regardless of your relationship status, join us for a deep dive into honoring self and others through meaningful conversation and boundaries.

Contact Crystal McGowen at cmcgowen@georgefox.edu with any questions.

We’re officially past the midpoint of the semester! It’s common to feel mid-semester burnout or disappointment over midterm results. If you or a traditional undergraduate friend is struggling with fatigue, motivation, or emotional well-being as we head into the second half of the term, Fox360 is a confidential resource to students with support so they can finish strong.

Take a minute to submit a quick, confidential “alert” for a peer, or a self-referral for yourself, at Fox360.georgefox.edu. Concerns can include anything from academic pressure to mental health or social challenges. Your name will not be shared unless you give permission.

The Student Support Network will assign a case manager to connect with students.

Concerns about graduate and AOD students should be communicated to department chairs.

If you have questions or would like more information regarding Fox360, contact Rick Muthiah at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu or Jere Witherspoon jwithers@georgefox.edu.

Join us again or for the first time as we gather every other Thursday in the Armstrong House to share conversation and practice speaking German. All levels are welcome!

We will meet on the following Thursdays, from 1 to 2 p.m.:

• March 12
• April 9
• April 23

Contact Susana Martinez at smartinez@georgefox.edu for more information.

Want to take a class in half the time? How about for half the cost? You can do both this summer with Summer Online.

Summer Online courses are offered for $499/credit – less than half the price of traditional undergraduate classes.

You can take up to three Summer Online courses from the convenience of your home or wherever the summer takes you. That’s three classes you don’t have to fit into your fall or spring schedule!

Register today on MyGeorgeFox or learn more at georgefox.edu/summer.

A First Aid & Home Safety Supply Drive is taking place to support Newberg Area Habitat for Humanity and help provide essential safety supplies for families in our community. Small items can make a big difference in creating safer homes, and your donation can directly support local families.

Donation bins will be available from March 16 to March 20 at the following locations: Pennington Hall, Newlin Hall, HMS (Sutton Lobby), the Bruin Bookstore, Murdock Library, and the Newberg ReStore. We are collecting new first aid and home safety supplies, including items such as bandages, gauze, medical tape, gloves, flashlights, and basic first aid kits.

Please note that we cannot accept sharp items, expired items, or medications.

Every donation, no matter how small, helps support safer homes and stronger communities. Thank you for helping make a difference.

Questions? Contact Ryann Howard at rhoward24@georgefox.edu.

The Annual Spiritual Life Assessment, or ASLAN survey, is now open, and you have this week to complete it for one chapel credit. That’s right, completing this five-minute survey is equal to going to a normal chapel during the week. The survey closes this Friday, March 13, at midnight.

Questions? Email spirituallife@georgefox.edu.

You are invited to participate in a study on spiritual harm and its relationship to current religious engagement.

As a token of appreciation, you may choose to enter a raffle at the end of the survey to win one of 10 $15 gift cards.

If you are 18 years of age or older, we’d greatly appreciate your feedback. Participation is voluntary, and responses are anonymous. To participate, click here.

Any questions related to this study can be directed to Kim Dean at kdean22@georgefox.edu or Dissertation Chair Bill Buhrow at bbuhrow@georgefox.edu.

Thank you for considering participation in this research.

These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Join us today (Monday) for the Week 3 session on how to use Gemini AI in our everyday work and academic processes.

Today’s session, “Beyond Google Workspace with AI Studio and Creating Your Own Apps,” will be offered twice this week – today from 11 to 11:50 a.m. in Stevens 109, and on Thursday, March 12, from 3 to 3:50 p.m. in Stevens 209.

Come even if you didn’t sign up. Click the form link here to view the full schedule and topics. For those who are unable to attend, we will be recording each session and will provide a link by request when available.

Contact us at servicedesk@georgefox.edu with any questions, or check the IT: AI website.

If a senior biology pre-med student told you she discovered an amazing tool to create flashcards, practice quizzes, a visual mind map, or audio overview – a tool she wishes she had since her first year of college to help her master academic content – would you be curious? That student is real, and so is the tool.

NotebookLM is an AI-powered app available to all George Fox students and employees. Unlike ChatGPT or Gemini (which is also free for George Fox accounts), NotebookLM’s interactions are based solely on material you upload.

You can add almost unlimited digital content to a NotebookLM notebook, including readings, notes, audio recordings, slides, and specific web pages.

Key Features and Usage

• Studio Tools: Use the “Studio” tools to instantly create resources like quizzes, flashcards, mind maps, or audio overviews – all derived from your designated content. For example, a student can upload class documents and notes to generate practice quizzes and flashcards that align with course lectures and materials.
• Chat: Chat within NotebookLM by asking questions or giving instructions that receive responses based only on the designated content.
• Sharing: You can share your notebook with others who have a George Fox email address.

For more information, see this overview from Google or the Complete How-To Guide to NotebookLM from another source. Note that features are frequently updated, so these resources may be slightly out of date but remain helpful.

(A caveat: If creating your own learning materials helps you learn more effectively, stick with that method!)

Contact Rick Muthiah at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu to be added as a viewer to a sample NotebookLM notebook.

You’re invited to join us for an off-campus retreat during the first weekend of spring break, Friday, March 20, through Sunday, March 22.

These retreats are thoughtfully designed for a small group of 10-12 students. During the retreat, participants can expect to enter into a slower pace to engage in various spiritual practices that refresh their mind, body and spirit. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to create connections with fellow students and staff, fostering a sense of community and support.

You must fill out this application to express interest in attending. You’ll receive a confirmation email to let you know you’ve been selected to attend, and then you’ll secure your spot with $20. The $20 covers food, lodging and transportation. The last day to sign up is March 13 (or until spots are filled).

Chapel credit is offered for those who attend.

Questions? Contact Cyndi Murillo at cmurillo@georgefox.edu.

Come join us for an “Intro to Leg Day” workshop put on by University Recreation! It will start at 7 p.m. this Thursday, March 12, in the Hadlock Student Center.

This is a great opportunity to try something new and learn proper technique and form for leg exercises. Whether you are an experienced lifter or have never touched a squat rack, join us for a time of education, community, and finding your fit!

The university community is invited to join the Hawaii Club for our luau! The big event will be in Canyon Commons from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, March 30. Please join us!

Tickets cost $12 and will go on sale next week. We’ll be in front of Canyon Commons on Monday and Tuesday, March 9-10, selling tickets from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday and from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

If you have any questions, reach out to Brooklyn Alejo at balejo22@georgefox.edu.

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is hosting the second weekend of Scholarship Summit on campus today (Friday). With around 200 visitors expected on campus, we are asking students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day.

Here’s what you can keep in mind:

• Plan to park in the Morse Lot, or use street parking this morning. Guests will be arriving between 8 and 8:45 a.m. and will fill all the main campus parking lots.
• Be mindful of guests in your housing area. We will have housing tours circulating through Edwards, Gulley, Pennington, HMS, and Newlin from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tour groups will be viewing dorm lobbies and a room on the first floor of each dorm.
• Plan for a busier-than-usual Canyon Commons. Guests will be going through the main servery line. If you see a family looking for a spot to sit, invite them to join you!

If you have any questions, email visit@georgefox.edu or call Lauren Hill at 503-554-2245.

To provide maximum support as registration begins, the CAP Center will operate exclusively on drop-in hours the week of Monday, March 9.

CAP coaches will be available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to help with registration questions, roadmap updates, and general advising needs. Feel free to stop by anytime during those hours and someone will be ready to assist you.