The Daily Bruin

Join us for Psychology Chapel today (Friday) from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. in Hoover 210 to hear from psychology professor Dr. Earnest Kim. Earnest will explore where neuroscience meets our capacity for altruism, kindness, and selflessly working for others’ benefit in a talk he calls “The Circuit of Beneficence.”

Attendees will be provided with elective chapel credit.

For more details, contact Zach Henderson at zhenderson22@georgefox.edu.

Explore stunning historic and distinctive homes in Newberg during the annual Solid Foundations Tour on Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This self-guided tour benefits Yamhill County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) during Child Abuse Prevention Month, supporting trained advocates who speak up for vulnerable children in the courtroom and community.

The 2026 tour begins at the Chehalem Cultural Center and invites you to discover the craftsmanship and history behind Newberg’s most unique spaces. A major highlight of this year’s event is a rare look inside the historic Baird House on Franklin Street, a beautifully restored 1888 landmark and the current residence of Robin Baker, president of George Fox University.

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate our community’s remarkable architecture while helping to create a solid foundation for local children in need. For more information and to view the historic home locations, click here.

Questions? Contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu.

Today is Give Day! Stop by the quad between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to grab coffee, a cookie, and a free shirt.

While you are there, please cast your vote for your favorite participating cause through the student survey. The cause with the most votes will unlock a $1,000 gift.

Voting closes promptly at 1 p.m.

If you are unable to attend the event in person, you can still participate by voting here.

Questions? Contact Kelton Hedstrom at khedstrom@georgefox.edu.

The Office of Academic Affairs is still looking for several volunteers for spring undergraduate commencement on Saturday, May 2, and we are asking for “all-community” participation.

There will be two separate ceremonies again this year, with the schedule as follows:

• 11 a.m. — Division of Humanities, Honors, College of Education, Division of Health & Behavioral Sciences, and George Fox Digital
• 3 p.m. — Division of Engineering, Science, Art & Business

Volunteers are vital to the smooth execution of the day’s events and help make the day memorable for our graduates and their guests. This event is so much fun, and it could not happen without you!

Please sign up for a time to serve in one of the two ceremonies. All who volunteer will receive an additional day of vacation time. If you sign up for both ceremonies, lunch will be provided too.

Thank you in advance for your willingness to serve! Questions? Contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu.

Do you have food and kitchenware you do not want to pack when you leave for the summer? Help support your peers by donating to the Bruin Community Pantry!

Here is how you can contribute before the semester ends.

What to Donate

• Kitchenware: Any gently used, functional items, clothing, hangers, etc.
• Food: Unopened, non-perishable food items
• Flex Points: You can use remaining meal plan points at the Maker’s Market or Bridge Café to purchase items for the pantry’s “Grab & Go” section.

Where & When
Drop off your donations at the Bruin Community Pantry by Friday, April 28.

• Monday, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Thursday, 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Friday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

If you have questions, please email Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Don’t forget that tickets for Spring Formal will be sold in Canyon Commons today (Thursday) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. for $20 (we take cash, card and Apple Pay). The times are subject to change if the tickets sell out, so please keep an eye on the George Fox Student Activities Instagram page for updates.

There are limited tickets for this year’s event. Get yours before they are gone!

Check out our other upcoming events:

• Spring Formal: Saturday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. at Oaks Park
• Dating Game: Thursday, April 16, at 8 p.m. in Canyon Commons
• Spring Market: Friday, April 24, at 4 p.m. on the quad

Please note the time and location change for the Dating Game.

Questions? Contact activities@georgefox.edu.

Today is George Fox Give Day! Spread the word about what you love here at Fox as different causes compete for various challenges throughout the day. Check the scoreboard and track progress through this link.

Questions? Contact Kelton Hedstrom at khedstrom@georgefox.edu.

Portland Center students are invited to cast their vote for their favorite participating cause this Give Day through the festival vote. The cause with the most votes will unlock an additional $1,000 for their initiative.

Cast your vote via this Google Form before voting closes at 1 p.m. today (Thursday).

Questions? Contact Kelton Hedstrom at khedstrom@georgefox.edu.

The George Fox University Chamber Singers and Concert Choir invite you to their spring concert, “To The Sky!,” this Saturday, April 11, at 3 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. The concert will feature student conductors Maxwell Ball, Reagan Medina and Maria Yin. Admission is free!

Questions? Contact Jenn Buygawan at jbuyagawan@georgefox.edu. 

Please join us in the Stevens Center Atrium to honor the retirement of our beloved and longtime professor, Dr. Gary Tandy.

The celebration will be held today (Thursday) from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Use this link to share a written memory, kind words, a video message, or a photo!

Questions? Contact Nathan Goodman at ngoodman22@georgefox.edu.

George Fox will celebrate Dr. Pam Fifer’s memory with a service held in Bauman Auditorium on Saturday, April 18, at 10 a.m. All are welcome to join us in honoring Dr. Fifer, who lost her battle with cancer on March 27.

As dean of the College of Nursing, she was a visionary leader who transformed the program through her pursuit of academic excellence, her commitment to mentorship, and her advocacy for the future of nursing education.

Her family will also hold a memorial service at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, at Crossroads Community Church in Keizer. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Pamela J. Fifer Memorial Endowed Nursing Scholarship at George Fox, ensuring her passion for nursing education continues to inspire generations of students. Click here to donate.

Questions? Contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu.

Stop by the Intercultural Resource Center today (Thursday) from 3 to 5 p.m. to grab some boba and get creative!

Everyone is welcome to come and get classic or Thai milk tea while you customize your own tote bag.

Questions? Contact Julia Wah at jwah22@georgefox.edu.

The Latinx Heritage Club (LHC) invites you to our annual Bailemos event at the Intercultural Resource Center (IRC) tomorrow (Friday) from 6 to 8:30 p.m. This year’s Bailemos is Jaripeo-themed!

There will be good food and a lot of music, so come enjoy listening to the Mariachi, a live group, and a DJ. Bring your family and friends for a night of fun and dancing!

Questions? Contact Lizeth Estevez Martinez at lestevezmartinez23@georgefox.edu.

Join us tonight (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. in Canyon Commons to hear from Jim Donald, former CEO of Starbucks, who will share his insights on leading through change.

Donald will move beyond business theory to discuss the human element in a conversation he calls, “What They Don’t Teach You in Business School: Real-World Leadership for the Future.” This free event offers a masterclass in the human element of industry.

Donald will provide the “missing link” between classroom theory and the grit of “front-line” leadership – lessons he learned directly from legendary figures like Sam Walton, founder of Walmart. He will deep dive into an “old-school” playbook that validates the daily professional challenges of the modern age through the lens of a servant-leadership model.

Donald is a world-class executive and “Turnaround King” with a storied 50-year career in the retail and service industries. Recognized by the Best Practice Institute as one of the “Top 25 CEOs in the World,” Donald has held the top leadership mantle at some of the most recognizable brands in the world, including Starbucks, Albertsons, and Extended Stay Hotels.

For more information, contact Carly Reumann creumann@georgefox.edu.

The end of the semester moves fast, and Virtual Learning Center (VLC) appointments fill up even faster. Whether you need a final paper review or a strategy session for that big exam, the time to book is now.

Beat the rush, secure your spot, and walk into finals week with a plan. Your future self will thank you!

To schedule an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas dashboard. If you have any questions, please email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.

The end of the semester moves fast, and Academic Resource Center (ARC) appointments fill up even faster. Whether you need a final paper review or a strategy session for that big exam, the time to book is now.

Beat the rush, secure your spot, and walk into finals week with a plan. Your future self will thank you!

To schedule an appointment, go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas dashboard. Questions? Contact Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.

Join us this Saturday, April 11, at 6 p.m. to play field games and support mental health!

Teams of four to six students will battle it out in classic field games to win funding for their favorite mental health nonprofit. The entry fee is $10 per person. All entry fees and donations will go to the winning team’s chosen nonprofit, including:

• NAMI Oregon (education & advocacy)
• Lines for Life (crisis support/988)
• Portland Rescue Mission (homelessness and addiction recovery)
• VOA Oregon (behavioral health)
• Other organizations supporting mental health

The games played will include capture the flag, obstacle relay, and dodgeball (which will be the tiebreaker). This event will take place on the Hadlock basketball courts.

Follow this link to RSVP your team! Can’t participate? Want to support your friends who are competing? You can still donate to the winning pot via Venmo.

Questions? Contact Zachary Henderson at zhenderson22@georgefox.edu for more information.

We are still looking to add more chaperones to help with Spring Formal this year. Would you like to help us chaperone a dance at Oaks Park? If so, sign up to chaperone at our event this Saturday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m.

If interested, please complete this form.

Questions? Contact Kara Holcombe at kholcombe@georgefox.edu.

Don’t forget that tickets for Spring Formal will be sold in Canyon Commons this week for $20 (we take cash, card and Apple Pay). There are limited tickets for this year’s event. Get yours before they are gone!

The times below are subject to change if the tickets sell out, so please keep an eye on the George Fox Student Activities Instagram page for updates.

• Today (Wednesday) from 5 to 7 p.m. in Canyon Commons
• Tomorrow (Thursday) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. in Canyon Commons

Check out our upcoming events:

• Spring Formal: Saturday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. at Oaks Park
• Dating Game: Thursday, April 16, at 7 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium
• Spring Market: Friday, April 24, at 4 p.m. on the quad

Questions? Contact activities@georgefox.edu.

Students and authorized payers: We’re updating the look of the Student Account payment portal to better align with George Fox University branding.

This update is visual only; there are no changes to functionality, or how you access or make payments. You will continue to use the same links and login process as before.

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Student Accounts at studentaccounts@georgefox.edu.