The Daily Bruin

Join us today (Thursday) for Week 2 in our series on how to use Gemini AI in our everyday work and academic processes.

Today’s session is an intro on how to create Gemini Gems that can be customized and shared. Learn about Agentic AI using Workspace Studio to create workflows for your email, chats, tasks and more. The session meets from 3 to 4 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.

We are posting the presentation and all resources and tips on our Google site: George Fox AI Tools & IT Support.

Contact us at servicedesk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

C.S. Lewis is one of the most influential voices of the 20th century, yet vast areas of his thought and legacy remain unexplored.

Building on the extraordinary momentum of our inaugural gathering, George Fox is hosting the 2026 Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference Sept. 24-27. This event will convene the world’s leading scholars and the next generation of thinkers for four days of cutting-edge research and imaginative engagement.

Scholars are invited to submit anonymous proposals of 300 to 500 words by March 31, 2026. Proposals should be for 20-minute papers in one of the six categories of our general theme “the undiscovered C.S. Lewis”:

• Historical studies that set Lewis in his own time
• Reassessments that question, contest, reaffirm, or clarify interpretations of his work or biography
• Comparative studies on Lewis and other thinkers and writers
• [Re]assessments of Lewis’s work in light of contemporary situations
• Explorations of his lesser-known material, and
• Presentations of previously unpublished material by Lewis

Acceptable submissions include, but are not limited to, the following disciplines: history, biography, literature, philosophy, theology, apologetics, ethics, political science, natural sciences, cultural studies, and rhetoric.

Proposals not specifically focused on Lewis but advancing scholarship on other Inklings or related writers are also welcome.

As a public-facing academic conference, we invite papers that are scholarly but accessible to a wider public audience. Submissions are welcome from scholars at every career stage, and limited scholarships (free conference registrations) are available for students or independent scholars with accepted papers.

Email submissions for peer-review consideration to undiscoveredlewis@georgefox.edu by the March 31 deadline. Please anonymize your submission.

Questions or inquiries prior to submission regarding the suitability of proposals may be directed to professor Jason Lepojärvi at jlepojarvi@georgefox.edu.

Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson of Pepperdine University will give a public lecture on how the novelist Dorothy Sayers can guide Christian thinking in the age of artificial intelligence. Join us for her presentation tomorrow (Thursday) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the chapel.

Titled “God vs. AI? Dorothy Sayers’ Rally Cry for Making Things,” the lecture will explore how to use our gifts of creativity faithfully in the face of potentially dehumanizing forces.

Contact Jay Miller at jaym@georgefox.edu for more information.

Today (Tuesday), all Apple accessories are 15% off (including Apple Pencils) in the Bruin Bookstore. Be sure to swing by between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to take advantage of this sale!

Contact Kristin McGuirk at kmcguirk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Know of any great George Fox-related stories? Students making a difference in their communities? An inspiring account of someone who has overcome obstacles or has had an amazing faith journey? A professor who exemplifies the Be Known promise?

If so, we in marketing communications want to hear about it! Please complete this form with the name of the person you wish to highlight, their contact info (if possible), and a few details about what makes their story compelling. We’ll take it from there!

Some folks may be featured in our blog and/or on our website. Still others may be featured in a video or in our university magazine. In short, we’re looking for stories that communicate why George Fox is such a special place.

Thanks for taking the time to share these stories with us!

Join the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement (FSA) Committee on Tuesday, March 3, for our Spring Faculty Lecture featuring the research work of Dr. Jeongah Kim, Professor of Social Work. The lecture will be held at 6 p.m., in Hoover 105. All are welcome!

Click here for more details.

Refreshments will be served, including pizza supplied by Dr. Kim’s Templeton Religion Trust grant! We hope you come and support Dr. Kim by attending.

Contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu for questions.

Join us this Wednesday, March 11, at 6 p.m. for The Forge of Friendship screening and panel discussion. This J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis documentary will be shown in the screening room of the new Art & Cinematic Arts Building.

Following the film, we will have a panel discussion with the filmmakers moderated by Joel Mayward, assistant professor of Christian ministries, theology and the arts.

Refreshments will be provided.

Please contact Alex Chung at achung@georgefox.edu for more information.

Don’t forget to join us at the Boot Scootin’ BBQ Banquet: A Country Swing and line Dance Night, tonight (Friday) at 8 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

Reserve your table for live music, delicious dining, and a country swing and line dance show and lessons. A table seats eight to 10 people; if your group has fewer than eight, you may be seated with another party. Don’t miss the swingin’ fun! Click here to book your spot now.

What to be apart of our “Game Show Game Show” and win amazing prices? Sign up to join in the fun using this link.

Here is a rundown of campus events coming up soon:

• Game Show Game Show: Friday, March 6, at 7 p.m. in Bauman
• Escape Room: Friday, March 13, starting at 6 p.m. in various locations
• Easter Egg Hunt: Friday, April 3, at 7 p.m. on the quad

If you have any questions, please contact Student Activities at activities@georgefox.edu.

Join us on Tuesday, March 11, at 6 p.m. for The Forge of Friendship screening and panel discussion. This J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis documentary will be shown in the screening room of the new Art & Cinematic Arts Building.

Following the film, we will have a panel discussion with the filmmakers moderated by Joel Mayward, assistant professor of Christian ministries, theology and the arts.

Refreshments will be provided.

Please contact Alex Chung at achung@georgefox.edu for more information.

All Champion-branded apparel is 30% off now through March 5 in the bookstore. Shop in-store from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or online 24/7.

Questions? Contact Kristin McGuirk at kmcguirk@georgefox.edu.

Need a break? Your schedule is packed, but your safety shouldn’t be an afterthought. Step away from the screen and join us for a high-energy interactive afternoon dedicated to keeping you – and our campus – thriving! Think of this as the ultimate “preventative maintenance” for your career and well-being.

• When: Today (Thursday) from 2 to 4 p.m.
• Where: Canyon Commons
• Who: You, your coworkers, and your students!
• Get Hands-On: Learn practical self-defense moves with the pros from Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
• Meet the Experts: Chat with Yamhill County Emergency Management and SAIF Corporation representatives
• Get ready: Learn how to save a life by learning Hands Only CPR
• Optimize Your Space: Sign up for an ergonomic evaluation (your back will thank you!)
• Connect & Learn: Visit booths from our own Title IX team, kinesiology, Campus Public Safety, Disability & Accessibility Services, and our specialized safety/wellness committees

Beyond the peace of mind and expert tips, we’ve got giveaways and prize drawings! Swing by, grab some swag, and enter for a chance to win while you sharpen your safety skills. Let’s build a healthier, stronger university community together. See you in Canyon Commons!

Questions? Contact Kim Knoernschild at kknoernschild@georgefox.edu.

Join the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement (FSA) Committee on Tuesday, March 3, for our Spring Faculty Lecture featuring the research work of Dr. Jeongah Kim, professor of social work. The lecture will be held at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105. All are welcome!

Click here for more details.

Refreshments will be served, including pizza supplied by Dr. Kim’s Templeton Religion Trust grant! We hope you come and support Dr. Kim by attending.

Contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Have you ever wondered why the church and the scientific community always seem to be in conflict? Were you taught that Christians believed the earth to be flat?

If you have, please join the Lewis & Tolkien Club and the Theology Club for Abby’s Pizza and a lecture on science and faith by Isaac Choi, director of the honors program. We’ll meet at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, March 6, in Stevens 101.

Questions? Contact Madeline Jokela at mjokela23@georgefox.edu.

The Doctor of Physical Therapy program is seeking participants for our research study “Influences of Lower Limb Strength and Rate of Torque Development on Recovery from a Backwards Balance Loss.”

We’re interested in the effects of lower body strength on the ability to recover from a loss of balance and how people step when they lose their balance.

To participate, you must be between 18 and 45, able to tolerate losing your balance multiple times while wearing a safety harness, weigh under 250 pounds, and be willing to have your ankle, knee and hip strength tested.

To participate, you must NOT have the following:

• A physical condition that would limit testing
• A neurological disease, osteoporosis, or an uncontrolled chronic illness such as heart disease or diabetes
• Use an assistive device to perform daily activities
• Report balance problems, dizziness, serious illness, hospitalization, lower limb broken bones, concussion, loss of consciousness, or major surgery in the last six months
• An injury or condition that limited your physical activity or been pregnant in the last three months
• An amputated limb
• Allergies or sensitivity to tape

Also, you must not take medications that impair cognitive function, pain sensation or balance in the 12 hours before the study activities.

If you’re interested and meet the above criteria, you would come to the George Fox University’s Medical Sciences Building on Werth Boulevard, where we would ask you to sign an informed consent form and answer questions on a questionnaire. Depending on your responses to the questionnaires, you may or may not be eligible for the study.

If you meet the study criteria, you will be asked to continue the single testing session where you will be made to lose your balance multiple times in a safety harness while performing a squat task and have your ankle, knee and hip strength tested while sitting. Your participation in this study will involve approximately 60-75 minutes of time.

You will not be paid for being in this study or reimbursed for any costs associated with traveling to/from the university campus. You are able to stop participation in the study at any time and for any reason. No information that would identify you will be made public, and we do not feel there is more than minimal risk associated with this study.

Questions? Contact Lyndsay Stutzenberger at lstutzenberger@georgefox.edu.

Join us in the university chapel on Thursday, March 5, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to hear a public lecture from Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson of Pepperdine University.

Dr. Wilson will be speaking on how the novelist Dorothy Sayers can guide Christian thinking in the age of artificial intelligence. Titled “God vs. AI? Dorothy Sayers’ Rally Cry for Making Things,” the lecture will explore how to use our gifts of creativity faithfully in the face of potentially dehumanizing forces.

Questions? Contact Jay Miller at jaym@georgefox.edu.

Save the date for this Bruin Bookstore sale! All Champion-branded clothing will be 30% off Feb. 25 through March 5. Products will be available in-store from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., or 24/7 online.

Questions? Contact Kristin McGuirk at kmcguirk@georgefox.edu. 

The 2026 Collegiate Day of Prayer is coming up on Thursday, Feb. 26. Parent and Family Programs invites you to join us in a day devoted to prayer for the students, faculty and administration of George Fox. We welcome our families, students, and George Fox community to take time during this day to pray from your homes or work as you feel led.

This is a virtual event. Throughout the day you can look to our social media outlets (George Fox University Parents on Facebook or georgefoxfamily on Instagram) for prayer direction. Our campus pastoral team also created this liturgy of prayer page as another resource to help guide you as you pray.

If you have additional questions, please contact Megan Fisher at mfisher@georgefox.edu.

We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Portland Seminary Spring Conference, featuring renowned theologian and author Dr. Andrew Root.

We would be honored to have you join our students, alumni, university leaders and church partners for this vital conversation on leadership, discipleship and ministry in a secular age. The conference will take place from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, March 6, at Grace Chapel,  locatedat 27501 S.W. Parkway Ave., in Wilsonville.

The theme of this year’s conference is “The Church in a Secular Age.” In a time of institutional strain and declining engagement, pastors and congregations are facing a profound identity crisis. Many find it challenging to even imagine God within the “immanent frame” of our modern era.

Dr. Root will peer beneath the symptoms of decline, offering critical examination and powerful theological insights for leaders seeking to establish new footing when belief in transcendence is no longer an assumed reality.

The cost is $15 for in-person attendance (this includes lunch). You may also attend online via Zoom. There is no cost for online participation.

Click here to register. If you have any questions, contact Mollie Henkelman at mhenkelman@georgefox.edu.

Join us for to learn more about how to use AI. We’re offering weekly workshops on using Gemini AI in our everyday work and academic processes.

Whether you are just starting or progressing to the next level, bring your laptop and spend a little time to focus on learning what you can do with the Gemini tools already available. Use this form to sign up for the topics that you are interested in.

We will have four sessions, twice a week, on Mondays and Thursdays, with a different topic each week. Sessions are designed to help you get started, show you what is available to take it to the next level, and show you what is possible with AI.

The topics are:

• Week 1: Getting Started with Gemini in Google Workspace and NotebookLM
  • Monday, Feb. 23, and Thursday, Feb. 26
• Week 2: Learn about Agentic AI and Workspace Studio and creating workflows for your tasks
  • Monday, March 2, and Thursday, March 5
• Week 3: Beyond Google Workspace with AI Studio and creating your own apps
  • Monday, March 9, and Thursday, March 12
• Week 4: Making Maggie – Agentic AI and Physical AI for business processes
  • Monday, March 16, and Thursday, March 19

You can sign up for one or more sessions, or all of them.

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

If severe weather makes travel to or from campus unsafe this winter, the provost will make the decision to announce a shift to remote classes. In nearly all cases, classes will continue to be offered online.

In the case of a delayed in-person start, university offices will not open until an announced time in the day, most often 10 a.m. or noon. Students are not required to report to campus prior to the announced start time, but are expected to attend class online before the start time.

If in-person classes are not held that day, students are expected to attend class online. You should expect to receive information from your professors on how to access remote learning.

The following is our process for announcing when there is a delayed in-person start or a shift to remote classes. The provost will make the decision by 6:30 a.m. for the Newberg campus and Portland Center for daytime classes or 2:15 p.m. for evening classes. Decisions on weekend classes and at the Redmond site will be made by the professor.

Here’s how to find out if a decision has been made when severe weather occurs:

• Visit the George Fox Flashalert page. This is the first site updated. Enter your email address to create an account and receive notifications from FlashAlert Messenger.
• If you wish to receive a notification on your mobile device, download the FlashAlert app for iOS or for Android. Either log in or create an account if you haven’t already.
• Listen to local radio and television stations or visit their websites (this info comes via Flashalert).
• Call the George Fox University switchboard at 503-538-8383.

More information on this procedure can be found on our Winter Weather Policy page.