The Daily Bruin

Please take note of the Bruin Bookstore’s hours for the summer. We will be open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and closed Friday through Sunday.

Portland Seminary invites you to join us as we celebrate the teaching and service of Dr. MaryKate Morse, professor emeritus of leadership and spiritual formation. We will be hosting a retirement reception for her this Friday, May 9, from 9 to 10 a.m. at 401 N. Meridian St., in Newberg.

Please swing by to wish MaryKate well!

When it comes to women’s health, one size does not fit all. Women’s health encompasses a wide range of physical, mental and emotional well-being concerns, recognizing the unique challenges faced across different life stages.

Each woman’s health journey is influenced by their individual genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors. Read these tips on how to find the best care and how to prioritize your mental health.

Join Registered Dietitian Kayla and Chef Tim for a live Providence-hosted cooking class of spaghetti squash with basil pesto. This is a virtual live event hosted on Monday, May 19, from noon to 1 p.m. by Providence Basecamp. Sign up here.

Join the “In the Kitchen – Nutrition Education” class prepared by Providence Basecamp. In this month’s session, “Nutrition 101: Fats and Oils,” Registered Dietitian Jamie Libera (RD, LD, CCTD) explains the health benefits and the balancing of using fats and oils.

Our bodies need regular consumption of healthy fats for optimum functioning and to help lower risks of chronic disease. Learn about the key benefits and how to incorporate these healthy fats into our daily nutrition on Wednesday, May 14, from noon to 1 p.m. in this complimentary session. Click here to register.

Listen to Episode 25 of the Healthy Bites podcast by Providence Health Coaching on “Personal Journeys Through Perimenopause.”

Although perimenopause is a universal experience for women, it can also be confusing and difficult to navigate. In this episode, Will, Colleen, and Dr. Ruben Halperin welcome special guests Miriam Douthit of AVP Utilization Management and Nichole Guilfoy, a health management consultant, who share their personal journeys through perimenopause. Listen here.

Join Healthy Conversations, a virtual broadcast hosted by the Providence Health Institute and Providence Basecamp, at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3.

Guest speaker Dr. Kirsten Crowley, a pediatrician with the Providence Medical Group, will offer her expertise on the benefits of exposing children to healthy lifestyle behaviors and how this increases the likelihood of them continuing those behaviors into adulthood.

We will discuss key areas of focus for a well-balanced approach to social development, well-being, daily activity needs, and nutrition choices. Invite your family and friends. A Q&A session will be offered toward the end of the conversation.

Healthy Conversations is a quarterly broadcast that offers a unique yet ever-important conversation around modeling healthy behaviors within the home. When the whole family is included in the healthy lifestyle choices, the entire home benefits.

Don’t miss your chance! Today is the final day to sign up for “Cooking with Class.” We still have 10 spots open for next Tuesday, May 6, at noon in Canyon Commons, where you can create your very own personalized wellness bowl.

Learn how to combine delicious and nutritious ingredients like whole grains, fresh produce, and lean protein to craft meals that boost your energy, support your heart and vision, and help you be mindful of your sugar intake. Sign up now before it’s too late!

This summer, street improvements will impact those who use Fulton Street to access the campus. The city of Newberg has a street rehabilitation project planned for the second week of July. Two sections of the street will be completely closed that week, with the first closure starting on Monday, July 7.

To see a full explanation of the closure, including a map of the sections impacted, click on this link.

Come help out at the Newberg Peace Garden, which will help supply the Bruin Community Pantry with fresh produce. Here is when you can help:

• Today (Thursday), from 4:30 to 7 p.m.
• Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to noon

We will be planting hedges and building raised beds both days. This is a tangible way to care for our neighbors and steward the resources of creation. Meet us at the garden, which is directly behind the Newberg First Presbyterian Church. Any amount of time you can give will help us finish this project.

Contact Justin Kauffman at jkauffman@georgefox.edu for more information.

We are pleased to announce the addition of two shuttle vans (akin to airport shuttles) to the university’s transportation resources. Please note that the operation of these vehicles is limited to approved faculty, staff and coaches, and necessitates specific training distinct from the existing university van training.

Current university van drivers whose departmental needs include shuttle van operation are invited to request training. The training program consists of an online orientation, followed by a one-on-one observation.

The university has also acquired passenger golf carts to facilitate guest transportation for campus tours and special events. Departments and individuals who foresee a benefit from golf cart certification are encouraged to register for the required training.

Starting today (Thursday), you can sign up for training here.

If you have any questions, reach out to Kim Knoernschild at 503-554-2011.

Why do Americans love C.S. Lewis? A presentation by Dr. Stephanie Derrick tackles the question, offering thought-provoking insights. Her keynote lecture is the second uploaded to a new YouTube channel featuring content from The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference hosted on campus last fall – the largest academic conference on Lewis in history.

Be sure to subscribe to the channel and stay tuned for other stimulating keynote lectures that will be added in the coming weeks. You can also help promote it by sharing the channel, liking the video, and sharing the video.

Want to be part of a fun show? Consider performing in our stunning amphitheater this August in the Department of Performing Arts’ production of William Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors.

Auditions are open to George Fox students, employees, alumni and community members who are high school age and older! They will be from 6 to 10 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday) in five-minute audition slots. Rehearsals will begin in late July. You can sign up for a time slot here.

For more information, email Ben Tissell at btissell@georgefox.edu.

If you want to log into your George Fox account while abroad, you will need to know about your multi-factor authentication method’s compatibility before you travel.

• Okta Verify and Google Authenticator will continue working with an international SIM card or WiFi connection. This is what you will need to have set up.
• SMS and Voice Call authentication will not work for U.S. phone numbers without international phone plans.

Here are instructions for adding and removing multi-factor authentication methods:

• Go to login.georgefox.edu
• Click your name in the upper right corner
• From the drop-down menu, select “Settings”
• Scroll down to the section labeled “Extra Verification”
• Click “Set Up” and follow the prompts
  • If methods are labeled enabled/disabled, scroll to top right and click “Edit Profile”
  • Enter your password and authenticate

Have questions or need extra assistance? Call the service desk at 503-554-2569 or drop by.

Due to construction activities at the Portland Center on April 30, the east parking lot will be closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Please use the north entrance to enter the building. We thank you for your understanding.

Submit your FY25 deposits: If your contract ends soon and/or you will not be on campus over 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, 2025, must be deposited in the current fiscal year. All deposits must be dropped off at the finance office before you leave campus for the summer.

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

Remember that all spring term book rentals are due at the Bruin Bookstore by Friday, May 2. Have a great last week of term!

This year, students from the PA, PT, OT, kinesiology, and nursing programs will be traveling to Costa Rica to provide medical services to underserved people. To help support their trip, nursing and kinesiology students are doing a Panda Express fundraiser on Friday, May 2, when 28% of proceeds (online orders only) will go to the team.

Place an order online here or in the app for delivery or pick-up at any Panda Express location nationwide. Be sure to apply code 9003753 in the “Fundraiser Code” box at checkout.

Chow mein not your thing? Consider praying for our team or donating directly here.

Thank you for supporting us! Feel free to reach out to Kari Sandau at ksandau@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.

Learn to make gorgeous hanging baskets, like the ones that grace our George Fox quad area, on Wednesday, May 14, starting at 9 a.m. You will learn a valuable skill and help decorate our beautiful campus. You are welcome to join in the class at any time (the event will last approximately four hours). Sign up by emailing nmcdaniel@georgefox.edu.

We will be located at the covered lower patio at the Thomas Center (1101 Villa Road). Please contact the Plant Services office with any questions at 503-554-2010.