The Daily Bruin

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.

Make plans to join the inaugural “Friendly Walk” on Saturday, May 10, starting at 10 a.m. Gather in the plaza on the south side of the Chehalem Cultural Center (adjacent to Sheridan Street).

You will be formed into small teams of people (at least some of whom you won’t know), given a map of a suggested route, and sent off on about an hour’s walk, team by team. You will have information on key historical and cultural sites in downtown Newberg and on the George Fox campus, and will cooperate to complete items on a list of things to do, talk about, and find along the way.

On returning to the Cultural Center, teams will receive prizes, including a special prize if you can show photos or other evidence of each item on the to-do list.

Along the way you will learn about Newberg’s history, have fun, get some exercise, get to know some new people, help create a stronger network of friendly relationships in the community across ideological or other boundaries, and improve your ability to use disagreements to generate better ideas for a better community.

For more information, contact Ron Mock at civility@georgefox.edu

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.

Please drop by EHS 206 between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. today (Thursday) to wish Vetta Berokoff a fond farewell! She is retiring after 18 years at George Fox. Swing by to say goodbye and to thank her. Refreshments will be served.

Please join us for a farewell celebration in honor of Kathy Harris today (Thursday) from 2 to 4 p.m. in the performing arts offices.

All faculty, staff and students are invited to attend and wish Kathy well in her future endeavors. We will be serving cake and refreshments. We hope to see you there!

Please also help in sending her off in love by sharing with her a memory, well wishes, or even just a big “Thank you!” You can do so at this link.

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.

Starting Monday, May 5, the Bruin Community Pantry, located in Lewis Apartment 1, will be open during the following times:

• Mondays: 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Tuesdays: 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Wednesdays: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Thursdays: 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

We will be closed for the following holidays this semester:

• Monday, May 26: Memorial Day
• Monday, June 19: Juneteenth

Please email Jere Witherspoon at bruincommunitypantry@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

As you head home at the end of term, do not forget to take your bike with you. Campus Public Safety will be conducting its annual bicycle roundup starting Wednesday, May 7. Bikes that are illegally parked, unregistered, or inoperable will be impounded.

Here are a few more things to take note of regarding bikes:

• Bicycles may not be stored on the campus during the summer semester.
• If you are staying on campus over the summer and plan to keep a bike here, please stop by Campus Public Safety to get a sticker ID. Move your bike to the rack that is closest to your summer housing.
• Impounded bicycles will be kept at CPS for 60 days and then donated to local charities at the discretion of the Campus Public Safety office. Claims for impounded bikes may be made at the CPS office. Junk bikes will be recycled.

Questions? Contact Karen Toohey at 503-554-2091 or campussafety@georgefox.edu

Were you aware of Young Life Catholic internships? They provide extensive training and practical experience in engaging with youth as they navigate their faith journey.

Both internships allow Catholics to discern a call to vocational ministry while making a meaningful impact in the lives of youth. Here are the two available:

• 10-week, full-time summer internship, $4,200
• 12-month, part-time internship, $20,200

This opportunity is sponsored by the Young Life organization on campus. To learn more, contact Gaddiel Vergara at evergara22@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.

Congratulations on making it to finals week and a well-earned summer vacation! With only a few days left until you leave campus, make sure your financial aid is ready to go for fall. Once you head out and start soaking up that sunshine, it’s easy to forget all about school. So get these things done ASAP, and enjoy a worry-free summer!

Be Known, Be Done, May 1

Complete the following tasks by May 1, if you haven’t already, in order to attain the most accurate picture of your financial aid and remaining balance. This will help equip you to make plans for your August payment. Be sure to contact us if you have any questions!

• File your 2025-26 FAFSA or ORSAA as soon as possible if you want to access federal or state aid!
• Accept, reduce or decline your loans in MyGeorgeFox by following these instructions (we can always adjust them for you later if you change your mind).
• Plan ahead if you’ll be using a Parent PLUS Loan or a private loan – applications are open now!
• Complete all To-Do List items in your MyGeorgeFox account (under the Tasks tile) to authorize your federal aid.
• Submit a 2025-26 Professional Judgment request if your family’s financial situation has changed since 2023, or if you had a Professional Judgment this year for special circumstances that will continue next year.

The financial aid office is located in the Stevens Center and is open Monday through Friday. You can drop in between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., or schedule an appointment with your counselor in person, over the phone, or on Zoom.

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.

Please join us for a farewell celebration in honor of Kathy Harris on Thursday, May 1, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the performing arts offices.

All faculty, staff and students are invited to attend and wish Kathy well in her future endeavors. We will be serving cake and refreshments. We hope to see you there!

Please also help in sending her off in love by sharing with her a memory, well wishes, or even just a big “Thank you!” You can do so at this link.

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.

Looking for a fun way to eat healthier and learn some easy cooking skills? Come to “Cooking with Class: Build Your Own Wellness Bowl” from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, May 6, in Canyon Commons. 

You’ll get hands-on experience creating your own tasty, customizable bowl using fresh ingredients like grains, veggies and lean protein. It’s the perfect way to boost your energy, focus and overall wellness. 

We only have space for 40 participants, so RSVP by this Thursday, May 1, to reserve your spot!

You can get a taste of what to expect by watching this video from our previous “Cooking with Class” session.

Vetta Berokoff is retiring after 18 years with George Fox. She has served as the administrative assistant for the School of Natural Sciences for the last nine years, after completing nine years working for the Department of History and Political Science.

Please drop by EHS 206 to say farewell and thank you to Vetta on Thursday, May 1, any time between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served.