The Daily Bruin

The Department of Education recently released the final regulations for implementing protections of equal access to education under Title IX of the Higher Education Act of 1972. As federal laws, these regulations govern how institutions are required to respond to sexual assault and other forms of sexual harassment. These regulations are effective as of Aug. 14, 2020.

These regulations are significant, and we are carefully reviewing them over the coming weeks to determine what adjustments we need to make to our current policies and/or our processes for addressing reports of sexual assault and harassment.

The state of Oregon also has relevant legislation, and we need to consider how the federal and state regulations interact with one another. We will be certain to inform our community of any changes we need to make as a result of these new laws.

We recognize that many members of our community have been deeply impacted by sexual assault. It is important that you know that our commitment to preventing sexual assault, supporting those who report experiencing harm, and conducting fair, transparent and safe grievance processes for all parties continues to be a top priority for us. We remain steadfastly focused on continuing to build a supportive, safe and welcoming environment where everyone can learn, work and thrive.  

If you have experienced sexual harassment or sexual assault, you are encouraged to connect to the resources at our institution or elsewhere that can best support you. Much of this information is on our website at georgefox.edu/titleix. We also have added a new video resource specific to George Fox on our Title IX website’s home page that addresses some common questions.

Our Title IX team’s contact information is on the Title IX website under “staff.” Please contact the Office of Student Life (studentlife@georgefox.edu) if you have any questions or concerns.

FoxTALE will be unavailable Wednesday, May 27, from 6 to 8 a.m. (Pacific Time) for scheduled maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes.

Questions? Email servicedesk@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2569.

The Hadlock Student Center is continuing to offer a few virtual group fitness classes throughout the month of May (Yoga and Body Tone). 

These classes will be taught by our own instructors, whom you already know and love. To see the full schedule or to sign up, go to imleagues.com!

Questions? Contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu.

It’s time for a long overdue one-day flash sale at the Bruin Store! Today (Wednesday) only, get 25 percent off of your online order, including clothing, accessories, gifts, and collectibles. Use promo code MAYFLASH at georgefoxshop.com.

Note: Sale is online only, and exclusions apply. Questions? Contact Paige Jacobs at pjacobs@georgefox.edu.

The Hadlock Student Center is continuing to offer a few virtual group fitness classes throughout the month of May (Yoga and Body Tone). 

These classes will be taught by our own instructors, whom you already know and love. To see the full schedule or to sign up, go to imleagues.com!

Questions? Contact Rob Simpson at simpsonr@georgefox.edu.

If you could teach someone about COVID-19 and the quarantine 100 years from now, what would you share? What records and artifacts would you give them to learn from? In 100 years where would historians find these records?

We in archives invite George Fox students and employees to share your COVID-19 story with this submission form. How has this pandemic impacted your life? What has this experience been like for you? Sharing your experiences now will help people in the future understand what life was like during the COVID-19 pandemic.

If you have any questions, contact Rachel Thomas at rthomas@georgefox.edu.

The Beebe Post Office will be locked for the summer but will still be accessible to students who need to check their mail. Students will need to call Campus Public Safety (503-554-2090) to gain access to their mailboxes.

Mail Services will continue to deliver mail on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for the duration of the summer. 

Students who have mailboxes in other buildings will also need to call Campus Public Safety in order to access their mailboxes. 

Questions? Call Campus Public Safety at 503-554-2090 or email Elrike Shaw at eshaw@georgefox.edu.

If you could teach someone about COVID-19 and the quarantine 100 years from now, what would you share? What records and artifacts would you give them to learn from? In 100 years where would historians find these records?

We in archives invite George Fox students and employees to share your COVID-19 story with this submission form. How has this pandemic impacted your life? What has this experience been like for you? Sharing your experiences now will help people in the future understand what life was like during the COVID-19 pandemic.

If you have any questions, contact Rachel Thomas at rthomas@georgefox.edu.

Are you interested in joining our worship bands next year? The Office for Spiritual Life will be hosting auditions during the first week of the fall semester.

We will send more information out during the summer about signing up for those auditions. Please email Jamie Johnson (jamiej@georgefox.edu) with any questions.

The spring edition of The Wineskin literary and art journal is now online! 

The Wineskin is a student-run publication showcasing the writing and art of George Fox students. Published once a semester, the magazine includes poetry, prose, photography, illustration and digital media.

Visit the thewineskin.com to read the art and writing of students and their commentary on peace during a chaotic time. Click this link to read! 

The Beebe Post Office will be locked for the summer but will still be accessible to students who need to check their mail. Students will need to call Campus Public Safety (503-554-2090) to gain access to their mailboxes.

Mail Services will continue to deliver mail on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for the duration of the summer. 

Students who have mailboxes in other buildings will also need to call Campus Public Safety in order to access their mailboxes. 

Questions? Call Campus Public Safety at 503-554-2090 or email Elrike Shaw at eshaw@georgefox.edu.

The Student Collective is collecting content for clubs during the 2019-20 school year! We would love to hear about your experiences and any photos you may have! Just fill out this form.

Questions? Write us at ascstudentcollective@georgefox.edu.

In order to mark the day we originally scheduled undergraduate commencement, we have created a virtual event for graduates, their families and friends to enjoy from wherever they are currently living at a time that is convenient.

After 8 a.m. today (Saturday), a virtual ceremony can be viewed. Visit this page for the link to watch the event, as well as links to a special commissioning message from University Pastor Jamie Noling-Auth and a special “Get to Know the Class of 2020” feature.

The virtual commencement ceremony features separate captioned versions in English, Spanish and Mandarin. This service is available on your desktop computer or mobile device.

Congratulations, graduates!

In order to mark the day we originally scheduled undergraduate commencement, we have created a virtual event for graduates, their families and friends to enjoy from wherever they are currently living at a time that is convenient.

After 8 a.m. tomorrow (Saturday, May 2), a virtual ceremony can be viewed in the on-demand section at this link. There are separate captioned versions available as well (English, Spanish and Mandarin). This service is available on your desktop computer or mobile device.

Congratulations, graduates!

If your contract ends soon and/or you will not be on campus through the summer, please bring over any cash or checks before you leave.

Please look around your desks and file cabinets to see if there are any lingering items that need to be deposited. Checks dated prior to June 30, 2020, must be deposited in the current fiscal year.

If you have any questions about deposits, please contact Heather Groenlund at 503-554-2173. Thank you and have a great summer!

The Student Collective is collecting content for clubs during the 2019-20 school year! We would love to hear about your experiences and any photos you may have! Just fill out this form.

Questions? Write us at ascstudentcollective@georgefox.edu.

Students: Please complete this important end-of-year survey that informs us how to allocate resources to meet your needs. Click here to complete it.

We know each person has different needs, and we are here to help. In an effort to better understand your current situation, please take five minutes to answer a few questions so we can best allocate our financial, emotional, spiritual, and staff resources to meet your needs. 

As the 2019-20 academic year comes to a close and we begin planning for the fall, we want to make sure we take action to address your biggest needs and concerns. Your voice is valuable. 

If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out by emailing Jere Witherspoon at jwithers@georgefox.edu.

Thank you.

Please come and support our sociology seniors as they present their research via Zoom today (Thursday) from 3 to 5 p.m. Click here to join the meeting. You can join any session that interests you.

Here is the schedule for the afternoon:

• 3-3:20 p.m.: Jiayu (Shirley) Xiao, “The Relationship Between Family Support and Mental Health of the Elderly in Newberg, Oregon”
• 3:20-3:40 p.m.: Justin Trimble, “The Affinity Between George Fox Football Athletes and Career Choice in Law Enforcement”
• 3:40-4 p.m.: Julia Sutter, “Does George Fox University Provide Enough Support for Students with Disabilities?”
• 4-4:20 p.m.: Kameron Olsen, “Religious Affiliation and Environmental Concern: Evidence from the 2018 General Social Survey”
• 4:20-4:40 p.m: Shawn Durham, “Immigration Rhetoric and Policy: Content Analysis of Presidential Speeches from Clinton to Trump”

Questions? Contact Young-IL Kim at ykim@georgefox.edu.

In order to mark the day we originally scheduled undergraduate commencement, we have created a virtual event for graduates, their families and friends to enjoy from wherever they are currently living at a time that is convenient.

After 8 a.m. this Saturday, May 2, a virtual ceremony can be viewed in the on-demand section at this link. There are separate captioned versions available as well (English, Spanish and Mandarin). This service is available on your desktop computer or mobile device.

Congratulations, graduates!

We hope you’ve enjoyed this week’s Student Activities events on Instagram! Join us again today (Wednesday) for “TikTok Dances with Meghan.”

All of the fun content can be found here, including last week’s Love Sick (Dating Game). Questions? Contact activities@georgefox.edu.