The Daily Bruin

Dear Seniors,

As graduation approaches, we would love to honor your time on campus! Please fill out this form, where you’ll have the opportunity to share about your George Fox experience, how you’ve changed and grown, and share what’s next in your life!

Along with the form, please reply back to this email with a photo of yourself or to set up an appointment with our university photographer.

Once you complete the form, you will be entered into a drawing for one of three $100 Amazon gift cards!

We will feature all of you on the George Fox website (like this) and some of you on our Instagram page, in our university magazine, and elsewhere!

Please reply to this email if you have any questions.

Thank you for your help with this project!

The Marcom Team

Because you are a vital part of our Christ-centered community, your well-being matters to us. We believe you flourish best when you are known and valued as a whole person.

George Fox is proud to offer benefits that support your mind, body and spirit, and we invite you to explore these employee resources today. From campus facilities to community-wide services, we encourage you to use every tool available to stay well. Check out our new Wellness Webpage today.

Be Known. Be Well.

–The Office of People and Culture

Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu

How was your year at George Fox? We want to hear the good, the bad, and everything in between! This Monday, April 27, is your final chance to complete the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) and help shape the future of our campus. Check your inbox for the link we’ve sent you weekly this month – it only takes a few minutes to make an impact.

As a huge thank you for your time, we are drawing four lucky names on Tuesday morning, April 28, to win $50 Amazon gift cards! Be sure to submit your feedback by midnight on Monday to be eligible. Your input is invaluable, and your next Amazon haul could be on us.

Questions? Contact Christine Lawton at clawton@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2147.

Please return your green containers to Canyon Commons before Friday, May 1. This helps us take inventory and remove any damaged ones so we’re ready for the next school year.

As a thank you, anyone who returns their containers to the Bon Appetit office will receive a $5 coupon toward purchasing a new one in the fall!

Starting today (Friday), Canyon Commons is opening its doors as an evening study sanctuary to help you power through your finals. From now through Thursday, April 30, the seating area will remain open and available for students to spread out and study once the daily dinner service concludes until 11 p.m.

Whether you need a large table for your textbooks or a change of scenery to stay focused, feel free to make use of the space each night to finish the semester strong. Good luck with your studies!

Questions? Contact Sharia Jones at shariaj@georgefox.edu.

Join us for the last Saturday Service of the school year at Wood Ministry this weekend. We will meet at 9 a.m. at Fernwood Pioneer Cemetery, located at 500 S. Everest Road, in Newberg.

Please wear closed-toed shoes (preferably sturdy) and pants (not shorts). Serving will include stacking wood and loading wood onto splitters.

Elective chapel credit will be offered. Questions? Contact Sarai Llontop at sllontop24@georgefox.edu.

Do you have reusable items that you don’t want to take home? In an effort to keep dumpsters from overflowing and to be better stewards of resources, the Office of Plant Services will collect these items to give them a second life.

We are happy to accept reusable donations from Monday, April 27, through Monday, May 4.

Please place all donated items in bags inside the collection barrels located in residence hall lobbies across campus. For those in apartments and houses, items can be brought to the receiving bay located to the left of the main entrance at Plant Services (#53 on the campus map) during normal business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.), during finals week.

Please note that we do not accept trash, damaged or dirty items, undergarments, socks, liquids or chemicals. However, you may place labeled chemicals in a bag or box next to the donation barrels for proper disposal. All sealed, unexpired food should be taken directly to the Bruin Community Pantry in Lewis Apartment #1.

Additional guidelines for large items include:

• Electronics: Working appliances and electronics can be placed next to the lobby collection barrels or brought to Plant Services.
• Large Non-working Items: These should be placed next to the outside dumpsters and labeled “broken” for collection. Do not place items where they could pose a trip hazard or impede traffic flow.
• Prohibited Trash: By law, computers, monitors and TVs cannot be placed in trash dumpsters.

Questions? Contact the plant services office at 503-554-2010 during normal business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Thank you!

The IT department is selling used Macs, PCs, and Chromebooks on a first-come, first-served basis. 

• Location: Service Desk (Stevens Center third floor)
• Condition: Devices are sold “as-is” with no warranty or IT support. Best for basic web browsing and streaming.
• Payment: Debit/credit card only at time of purchase. No holds.

For more details, visit the Used Computer Sale Website or contact servicedesk@georgefox.edu.

Studies show that indoor plants improve well-being and may even enhance focus and productivity. We just think they’re pleasant to be around.

Beginning today (Thursday) through Tuesday, April 28, borrow a plant from the library front desk to keep you company while studying in Murdock. You can also enter our raffle to take one of them home with you at the end of the program.

All plants are cuttings of larger library plants. The raffle will occur at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, with notifications going out to winners no later than the next morning.

Feel free to reach out to Kate Wimer at kwimer@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Hello all! I am recruiting parents with children for the Child Development (PSYC 311) final exam next week. The aim of the day is for students to interact with kids, and then have a discussion about class concepts that they observed.

Kids of any age are welcome, although I know older kids are likely to be in school (although it could possibly be a homeschool field trip).

If you have or know any kids who would be available, please consider bringing them in. Parents/grandparents and kids will be there for about an hour.

• Date: Tuesday, April 28
• Time: 12:45 to 1:45 p.m.
• Location: Hoover 102

This is one of the best learning experiences for the students, and the kids seem to have fun too! Please contact me, Manesha Ram, at mram@georgefox.edu and let me know if you’re interested in coming or if you have any questions.

Did you know that you have access to Providence Heart Institute’s Basecamp Prevention + Wellness program? It offers free classes and resources for everyone around movement, nutrition and well-being.

Busy schedule? No problem! You can join virtual classes like yoga, strength training, nutrition education, nicotine cessation, and more.

And if you’re local to Portland, you can stop by one of the two fitness studios for in-person options such as mat Pilates, Barre and Zumba. With more than 60 ways to connect each week, there’s something for everyone!

Check it out here. Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

Congrats to all 2026 graduates! The Bruin Store will be hosting a one-day event for all students. Get 20% off diplomas, gifts and clothing!

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

The 28th Annual Fox Film Festival is rapidly approaching! Mark your calendars for this weekend.

• Friday, April 24, at 4 p.m. at the Cameo Theatre (ticket price for admissions)
• Saturday, April 25, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium (with awards ceremony to follow)

Also, on Saturday, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., there will be an open house showcasing our Music Video and Commercial classes’ work in the Art & Cinematic Arts Building.

We’d love to see you at any of these screenings!

Questions, comments or concerns? Reach out to Abby Blackwell at ablackwell23@georgefox.edu.

The Office of People and Culture, located in the Meridian Street House (208 N. Meridian St.), will be closed for maintenance from Tuesday, April 28, through Thursday, April 30.

People and Culture team members will remain available by phone, virtually and via email during this time. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or needs.

Contact Joe Thouvenel at jthouvenel@georgefox.edu for more information.

Join us in the Maker Hub to cheer on the ENGR 152 class tomorrow (Thursday) at the 2026 Robot Competition! Witness an impressive display of programming skills as students go head-to-head, maneuvering their robots through intricate courses with agility and precision.

Robot viewing begins at 6 p.m., giving you a chance to check out the designs up close before the competition kicks off at 6:30 p.m.

Questions? Contact Jennifer McCollum at jmccollum@georgefox.edu.

Celebrate the end of the semester with our Renaissance Faire Spring Market on the quad on Friday, April 24, from 4 to 6 p.m. Come see what your fellow peers have been working on and dress in your best Renaissance attire!

Want to sell your art at the Spring Market? Just complete this table rental form and you’re all set to sell your products to those on campus and in our local community. We allow everything from stickers to sourdough!

If you want to participate, but have nothing to sell, we will have fun arts and crafts and free goodies at the event. Come relax and enjoy the last week of the school year.

Check out our lineup for finals week:

• Late Night Breakfast: Monday, April 27, at 9:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons
• Taco Truck: Tuesday, April 28 at 11 a.m. in front of Edwards. The first 400 are free!
• Doggo Den: Wednesday, April 29 at 11 a.m., location TBD
• Dirty Sodas: Thursday, April 30 at noon on the quad
• Yerb: Friday, May 1 at 10 a.m. in the Golf Cart

Questions? Contact activities@georgefox.edu.

Join us this Friday, April 24, for the College of Engineering Spring EXPO from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Klages Maker Hub!

Stop by to see the impressive projects our engineering and computer science students have been building all year with their industry partners. Chat with the designers, check out their work, and see what’s possible when creativity meets technical skills.

It’s a great opportunity to connect with fellow students and see some really cool projects in action.

Questions? Contact Jennifer McCollum at jmccollum@georgefox.edu.

Come join us for two of our favorite theatre events of the year! Tomorrow (Thursday), come to the amphitheater at 7:30 p.m. to enjoy Shakespeare Under the Stars, a fun community performance celebrating William Shakespeare’s birthday!

Then, at 8:30 p.m., stick around for Epiphany Presents, a 35-minute original show by George Fox students exploring their experiences of God, faith, trust and discovery!

Both events are free. Be sure to wear warm clothes and bring a blanket or chair for seating. If actively raining, both events will be moved to Wood-Mar Auditorium.

Questions? Contact Ben Tissell at btissell@georgefox.edu.

Music is a versatile tool that can transform both your mood and your workflow. Beyond just filling the silence, listening to music you enjoy triggers the release of dopamine, providing a natural emotional lift and helping to lower stress during a busy day.

From a practical standpoint, background music is most effective during routine or repetitive tasks, where it helps maintain a steady rhythm and provides a “sound shield” against office distractions. By intentionally choosing your soundtrack, you can create a personal sanctuary that nurtures your mental well-being while keeping your energy levels high.

The Art of Mindful Listening: Protecting Your Mental Energy

To get the most out of your workday audio, it’s important to recognize when your brain needs a different kind of support. While upbeat tracks are great for energy, tasks requiring deep concentration or complex problem-solving can be hindered by lyrical music, which competes for your brain’s processing power and leads to mental fatigue.

To support your cognitive well-being, practice matching your audio to your mental state: opt for calming instrumental tracks or ambient “pink noise” when you need to focus, and don’t be afraid to embrace silence to prevent overstimulation. Being mindful of what you listen to ensures that your environment supports your productivity and well-being without draining your mental reserves.

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

Have you signed up for Summer Online? Don’t miss your chance to save money and time this summer! 

Summer Online offers you the chance to take care of credits from the comfort of your home – or wherever you’ll be this summer – for less than half the cost of regular tuition. Consider this: You could get up to three courses out of the way this summer in just two months! Free up time in your fall or spring semester, or get on track to graduate early.

Summer Online runs from June 1 to July 26. Check out the full list of courses on class.georgefox.edu and register on MyGeorgeFox.