The Daily Bruin

The Office of Academic Affairs is still looking for several volunteers for spring undergraduate commencement on Saturday, May 2, and we are asking for “all-community” participation.

There will be two separate ceremonies again this year, with the schedule as follows:

• 11 a.m. — Division of Humanities, Honors, College of Education, Division of Health & Behavioral Sciences, and George Fox Digital
• 3 p.m. — Division of Engineering, Science, Art & Business

Volunteers are vital to the smooth execution of the day’s events and help make the day memorable for our graduates and their guests. This event is so much fun, and it could not happen without you!

Please sign up for a time to serve in one of the two ceremonies. All who volunteer will receive an additional day of vacation time. If you sign up for both ceremonies, lunch will be provided too.

Thank you in advance for your willingness to serve! Questions? Contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu.

Today is George Fox Give Day! Spread the word about what you love here at Fox as different causes compete for various challenges throughout the day. Check the scoreboard and track progress through this link.

Questions? Contact Kelton Hedstrom at khedstrom@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.

We are still looking to add more chaperones to help with Spring Formal this year. Would you like to help us chaperone a dance at Oaks Park? If so, sign up to chaperone at our event this Saturday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m.

If interested, please complete this form.

Questions? Contact Kara Holcombe at kholcombe@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.

Since pets are such an integral part of the family, we want to highlight the various pet-related resources currently available to you through the LifeBalance program as part of your Providence Health Plan membership.

This month’s featured deals include savings on pet insurance, which can help with the cost of veterinary visits and eligible bills. Additionally, members can access discounts on fresh food deliveries as well as prescriptions, supplements and toys.

You can find the details for these and other pet-focused benefits by visiting the featured deals section of your LifeBalance account.

Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

Health coaching is a collaborative partnership to help you develop personalized, sustainable lifestyle habits that align with your wellness goals and vision. Get started with on a nine-month journey toward sustainable wellness with a Providence-certified, National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) today.

This free, comprehensive program includes:

• An initial lifestyle assessment
• Weekly communications and habit check-ins
• Access to supportive resources

In total, you’ll complete up to 12 live sessions with a certified health coach, experimenting with small, achievable goals that support your larger wellness vision. To learn more and get started, complete this interest form.

Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@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.

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!

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.

Please invite your undergraduate students to an alumni panel event, “Your Career Is Calling: George Fox Healthcare Programs,” today (Monday) from 4 to 5 p.m. in Hoover 105.

This panel explores three of George Fox’s medical science graduate programs – PA, DPT, and OTD – with a specific focus on the intersection of faith and professional vocation. Students can also earn SpiL elective credit for attending.

Questions? Contact Sean Aker at saker@georgefox.edu. We hope to see your students there!

Plan for your future with confidence! Our dedicated Nationwide retirement specialist, Phillip Carbajal, will be on campus on Wednesday, April 22, to provide free, one-on-one consultations.

Whether you are just beginning your career or nearing retirement, this is a perfect opportunity to get expert guidance tailored to your specific goals. He can help you identify your long-term retirement goals, develop a personalized savings and investment plan, and track your progress to ensure you stay on course.

Event Details:

• Date: Wednesday, April 22
• Time: 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Location: Klages 231

Reserve your spot here. You can also contact Phillip directly at 360-953-4841 or phillip.carbajal@nationwide.com.

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.

Please invite your undergraduate students to an alumni panel event, “Your Career Is Calling: George Fox Healthcare Programs,” this Monday, April 6, from 4 to 5 p.m. in Hoover 105.

This panel explores three of George Fox’s medical science graduate programs – PA, DPT, and OTD – with a specific focus on the intersection of faith and professional vocation. Students can also earn SpiL elective credit for attending.

Questions? Contact Sean Aker at saker@georgefox.edu. We hope to see your students there!