The Daily Bruin

Come explore, learn and ignite your passion for safety alongside colleagues and experts at the university’s Safety Day tomorrow (Tuesday)! Join us anytime between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Canyon Commons 102.

The event will bring together multiple teams and vendors who are deeply invested in caring for our workplace safety. By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among these stakeholders, the event plays a pivotal role in cultivating a robust safety culture at our university, ensuring the well-being of all staff and students.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance our workplace safety culture together and have some fun, too. See you there!

Feel free to reach out to Michelle Rhea at mrhea@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is hosting Bruin Preview on campus today (Friday). With over 800 visitors expected, we’re asking George Fox students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day.

This will be one of our largest events to date! Here’s what you can keep in mind:

• Use street parking instead of campus parking lots. Guests will be arriving this morning between 7:30 and 8:15 a.m. and will fill all the main campus parking lots.
• Be mindful of guests in your housing area. We will have housing tours circulating through Edwards, Gulley, Pennington, and HMS from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour groups will be viewing dorm lobbies and a room in each dorm.
• Plan for a busier-than-usual lunch in Canyon Commons. Guests will be going through the main servery lines and will eat in the main dining area. If you see a family looking for a spot to sit, invite them to join you and help direct them to their next activity.
• Offer a helping hand with directions to students and their families!

Thank you for helping our visitors feel welcome!

For questions, email visit@georgefox.edu or call Lauren Hill at 503-554-2245.

Join us today (Friday) at 5:30 p.m. in Hoover 207 for our last Comic Book Club meeting of the semester! We will take a look at future summer releases in comic books, shows and movies. In addition, we will also discuss our comic book trip and play some fun trivia games. Dinner, snacks and drinks will be provided!

Questions? Email Aireen Celestino at acelestino20@georgefox.edu.

The Stewards of Sustainability Club is hosting a presentation by members of the Citizens’ Climate Lobby, a nonprofit advocacy organization that works to develop nonpartisan policies to address climate change.

This informational talk will provide an overview explanation of a few different climate change mitigation policies, how they come up with and evaluate their policies, and what it is like to address these issues at local and national levels.

If you are interested in learning about how you can use your voice to fight climate change, how the lobbying process works, or how to successfully and civilly collaborate with people across the political spectrum, come listen to the presentation on Thursday, April 11, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in EHS 125.

Questions? Email Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu.

Join the Arts & Crafts Club for our last event of the semester! Create your own colorful T-shirts and more at our tie-dye event next Friday, April 12, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in Hoover 203.

Feel free to reach out to Lilly McAfee at lmcafee19@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Hello! We are a community outreach team from George Fox’s BUSN 250 class who are raising funds to support StandUpGirl.com, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support to pregnant people and new parents.

A significant expense for Stand Up Girl is the free educational courses they provide, which include a range of topics, including preparing for pregnancy, caring for toddlers, and practical instructions such as how to bottle feed and change diapers.

We are kindly asking the George Fox community to consider donating to help cover the expense of these courses. Even a small amount helps to provide resources for struggling parents, both locally and nationally.

You can donate using this link. Thank you for your support!

Questions? Contact Bernadette Curl at bcurl21@georgefox.edu.

Bon Appétit at George Fox invites your elementary school-aged kids (K-5) to the kitchen for a culinary workshop featuring lessons in healthy eating and cooking on Thursday, April 18, from 5 to 7 p.m.

Your kids will roll up their sleeves alongside our chefs and educators and learn how fresh fruits and vegetables can be transformed into a healthy meal. Class will finish with a delicious Healthy Kids picnic. This class is free, but space is limited to 25 participants. Participation in this event is restricted to George Fox faculty and staff and their children. Sign up here.

Questions? Email Katie Anderson at andersonk@georgefox.edu.

The Pre-College Summer Institute invites high school students to join us on campus this summer from Sunday, June 23, to Friday, June 28.

Participants will experience living and learning at Oregon’s top private university and spark a vision for the future. Plus, they’ll earn a $1,000 annual scholarship to George Fox at the completion of the program!

Students will:

• Earn college credit in an immersive learning environment
• Learn from George Fox professors
• Live on campus for a week and get a taste of college life
• Enjoy a variety of evening activities, from outdoor recreation to worship night
• Meet new friends who share interests
• Explore a future career and calling

High schoolers can get started by visiting the Pre-College Summer Institute page and choose one of the following tracks:

• Art & Design: Made to Make It
• Anatomy for Pre-Health Professions
• Engineering: Designing and Making
• Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
• Exploring Biotechnology
• Fox Film Workshop
• Liberation Scholars
• Nursing Institute
• Theatre Workshop and Showcase

Register today!

Financial literacy for teens and young adults is crucial, as it equips them with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed financial decisions, setting a foundation for their future financial well-being. Invite your younger family members to join this free webinar provided by our Employee Assistance Program.

Young adults are primed to soak in new information. It’s a great time to guide them to money management techniques that can last a lifetime. Attendees will learn how to manage money effectively, prepare for common upcoming bills, open checking and savings accounts, establish credit (and how to use it wisely), and look at investing options.

This virtual webinar will be available on both Tuesday, April 9, and Friday, April 19, with a morning option at 10:30 a.m. or an evening session at 5:30 p.m. Reserve a seat here.

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

Join Providence Basecamp and registered dietitian Jamie as she helps you learn the nutritional basics through a monthly virtual lunch-time conversation. These talks focus on helping you gain knowledge and learn tools to help you with heart-healthy cooking.

On Wednesday, April 10, from noon to 12:30 p.m., Jamie will be focusing on the topic of plant-based eating and its many benefits for our health and the environment. Learn more and register here.

Feel free to reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Feeling isolated or lonely can intensify feelings of stress, anxiety, and even depression. Canopy is here to provide you with a safety net, offering a range of free and confidential services such as counseling, instant access to webinars, and personalized coaching to enhance social skills and workplace relationships. With Canopy you’re never alone. Check out the April flier here.

Not sure where to start? Use “My Plan,” our virtual care navigator, for personalized recommendations and connections to resources.

Try the enhanced scheduling portal for effortless browsing and booking of appointments and customized counselor searches tailored to your specific needs and preferences.

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

The Bruin Bookstore is having a spring clearance sale. Shop tech accessories discounted up to 75% or check out clothes and gifts for up to 50% off! Enjoy this clearance event through Saturday, April 27.

Shop 24 hours online or swing by the Bruin Bookstore during our regular hours:

• Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

Interested in pursuing a career in healthcare? The vocation of the healer is a high and rewarding calling. But did you know that doctors and nurses experience higher-than-average levels of moral distress, burnout and depression?

A new yearlong program, from 2024 to 2025, is designed for undergraduate students who desire to develop character virtues that will help them flourish as human beings while pursuing careers in healthcare.

A small cohort of future healthcare leaders will be accepted into this new program. Students will meet monthly (six to eight times) for food, fellowship and mentorship with Professor Travis Pickell and select Christian healthcare professionals from the area. Students are expected to complete the entire program to earn academic credit (two credits total) and a certificate of completion.

If interested, apply here. The application deadline is Saturday, April 20.

Faculty: If you would like to nominate a student or have any questions, email Travis Pickell at tpickell@georgefox.edu.

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions will be hosting Bruin Preview on campus tomorrow (Friday). With over 800 visitors expected, we’re asking George Fox students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day.

This will be one of our largest events to date! Here’s what you can keep in mind:

• Use street parking instead of campus parking lots. Guests will be arriving on campus tomorrow morning between 7:30 and 8:15 a.m. and will fill all the main campus parking lots. 
• Be mindful of guests in your housing area. We will have housing tours circulating through Edwards, Gulley, Pennington, and HMS from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tour groups will be viewing dorm lobbies and a room in each dorm.
• Plan for a busier-than-usual lunch in Canyon Commons. Guests will be going through the main servery lines and will eat in the main dining area. If you see a family looking for a spot to sit, invite them to join you and help direct them to their next activity.
• Offer a helping hand with directions to students and their families!
• We have 85 prospective students who have opted to stay overnight tonight (Thursday) before the main event! Be mindful and welcoming of prospective students to be in your on-campus living areas starting at 5:30 p.m.

Thank you for helping our visitors feel welcome!

For questions, email visit@georgefox.edu or call Lauren Hill at 503-554-2245.

The university’s performing arts department invites you to a series of concerts in the coming week. All events will be held in Bauman Auditorium and are free unless noted. Here is the schedule:

• Tonight (Thursday), the university’s Jazz Ensemble, Concert Choir and Chamber Singers will perform at the Bruin Preview Concert at 7:30 p.m.
• This Saturday, April 6, a faculty bassoon recital featuring Sam Rhoton is scheduled for 2 p.m.
• On Monday, April 8, the talents of 13 musicians will be on display in a 7:30 p.m. Honors Concert, highlighting their hard work, dedication and artistic growth over the past year.
• On Thursday, April 11, the university’s Worship Ensemble will lead a night of contemporary worship beginning at 7:30 p.m.
• Next week culminates with a performance of Mozart’s Coronation Mass on Sunday, April 14, at 3 p.m. The concert is free for George Fox students and employees, as well as children. Additional tickets can be purchased here.

Immerse yourself in a special night under the stars as we honor the birthday of one of history’s greatest writers! George Fox’s Shakespeare acting class, alongside members of the Newberg and George Fox community, will perform monologues and scenes, both poignant and hilarious.

Performances with take place in our outdoor amphitheater (or Wood-Mar Auditorium if it is actively raining) on Tuesday, April 23, at 7:30 p.m.

Join us in the audience or take part in the celebration! All are invited to perform their favorite piece by “The Bard” or simply enjoy as a spectator. To sign up as a performer, visit this link. Don’t miss this delightful evening of Shakespeare and community!

Feel free to reach out to Ben Tissell at btissell@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

The Bruin Community Pantry is thrilled to announce our ramen event happening today (Thursday) from 1 to 5 p.m. This event is hosted by George Fox nursing students!

Customize your bowl with a selection of toppings. This is more than just a meal; it’s a celebration of community and supporting the Bruin Community Pantry’s mission to provide food accessibility for all students. Bring your appetite and friends to the pantry (Lewis Apartment #1).

We look forward to seeing you there! Contact Jasmine Izucar-Rangel at jizucar20@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Come hear George Fox alumnus Dr. Jon Kershner speak about John Woolman, one of the most significant Quakers in history. Dr. Kershner will be sharing his expertise on Woolman’s theology in Canyon Commons 103 on Monday, April 8, from noon to 1:20 p.m.

A Q-and-A will follow the lecture. Lunch will be available in the Canyon Commons dining area for those who are not on a meal plan.

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

The Psychology Club is holding a student-led psychology chapel! Hannah Hurley will be speaking on Wednesday, April 10, at 6 p.m. in Hoover 210. Please join us to hear what Hannah has to say and earn chapel credit!

Feel free to reach out to Kalysta Conrad at kconrad21@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

This year, nursing students will be traveling to Costa Rica to provide medical services to underserved people. We are holding a fundraiser at Panda Express all day tomorrow (Friday) and on Friday, May 10.

This fundraiser applies to online orders only; 28% of proceeds will go to support the student team! Follow these steps to order online:

1. Place an order for delivery or pick-up at any Panda Express location
2. Apply code 922564 in the Fundraiser Code box during online checkout.-
3. Pick up or have your meal delivered from sites nationwide!

Please contact Kari Landau at ksandau@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.