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Grab your friends and sign up for the 5K for Uganda Glow Run/Walk this Friday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m.! The course will start on George Fox’s Stoffer Stadium track, travel around the campus perimeter twice, and end back on the track.

The cost is $20 for students, $30 for community members, and $10 for children under age 10. You can sign up at this link. All proceeds go toward the Doctor of Physical Therapy program’s medical service trip to Uganda, where we will be working with patients in rural communities.

Questions? Contact Hannah Quinn at hbusch15@georgefox.edu

I am looking to gauge interest in the newly organized Adoption Resource Group. Those interested in adoption, waiting families, and adoptive families are all encouraged to complete this Google interest form.

Thanks!

– Heather Rollins (hrollins@georgefox.edu)

Don’t forget today’s (Tuesday’s) Medicare 101 virtual seminar at noon! It’s not too late to register for today’s session here or another seminar scheduled for 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, at this link.

After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Family members are welcome to join as well.

This is what you can expect to learn about during the seminar:

• What is Medicare and why is it important?
• Addressing the different parts of Medicare (the A, B, C & D’s of Medicare)
• What are the differences between Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Supplement?
• When should you consider enrolling into Medicare and what does the process look like?
• What are the costs to be enrolled in Medicare?
• What to consider if you are planning to continue to work past age 65
• Learn how to avoid late enrollment penalties
• How to transition from an employer group plan to a Medicare plan
• Understand how to manage a Health Savings Account (HSA)

The presentation will take approximately an hour, but we’ll have additional time at the end to answer any questions you may have.

Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Come explore, learn and ignite your passion for safety alongside colleagues and experts at the university’s Safety Day on Tuesday, April 9! 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.

We are looking for several volunteers to serve as ushers at spring undergraduate commencement on Saturday, April 27. There will be two separate ceremonies again this year.

The schedule is as follows:

• 11 a.m.: Cultural & Wellness Enterprises and Adult Degree Program Ceremony
• 3 p.m.: Industrial Enterprise Ceremony

This format allows for a more personalized and celebratory atmosphere for our graduates and their families, and like last year, we are calling for “all-community” participation. What a thrill it is to see graduates, their families, and friends come together to celebrate!

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 could not happen without you!

Staff members, please sign up for a time to serve in one of the two ceremonies. A $50 stipend or three hours of time-off (with supervisor approval) is available for those employees not already scheduled to work. Non-employees who volunteer will receive a $50 gift card.

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

Following is the Murdock Library’s hours for spring break:

• Tomorrow (Saturday) and Sunday, March 24: Closed
• Monday, March 25, to Thursday, March 28: Open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Friday, March 30, to Sunday, March 31: Closed

The 24-hour space will remain open throughout spring break.

Please email Sarah Willhite at lwillhite@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Grab your friends and sign up for the 5K for Uganda Glow Run/Walk on Friday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m.! The course will start on the George Fox track, travel around the campus perimeter twice, and end back on the track.

The cost is $20 for students, $30 for community members, and $10 for children under age 10. Sign up at this link.

All proceeds go toward the Doctor of Physical Therapy medical service trip to Uganda, where we will be working with patients in rural communities.

Questions? Contact Hannah Quinn at hbusch15@georgefox.edu.

Arab American Heritage Month starts after spring break! Do you have any recommendations for the George Fox community to engage this April?

Whether it be podcasts or reading, events or restaurants, music or film, the Intercultural Resource Center would love to capture your ideas. Let us know here.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Zanne Backous at sbackous@georgefox.edu.

When it’s time to transition to Medicare, there can be a number of important and sometimes confusing details to consider. To help ensure you have the correct information when making decisions, George Fox has partnered with Jennifer Stahel and Hilary Starnes from Providence Health Assurance to provide Medicare 101 seminars. These virtual seminars will help you understand the basics of Medicare in an easy-to-understand overview.

Seminar topics:

• What is Medicare and why is it important?
• Addressing the different parts of Medicare (the A, B, C & D’s of Medicare)
• What are the differences between Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Supplement?
• When should you consider enrolling into Medicare and what does the process look like?
• What are the costs to be enrolled in Medicare?
• What to consider if you are planning to continue to work past age 65 
• Learn how to avoid late enrollment penalties 
• How to transition from an employer group plan to a Medicare plan
• Understand how to manage a Health Savings Account (HSA)

We hope this helps you and/or your loved ones as you plan for the eventual transition to Medicare. You do not need to be eligible for Medicare to attend this seminar. The presentation will take approximately an hour, but we’ll have additional time at the end to answer any questions you may have.

Please register for the seminar on Tuesday, March 26, at noon by clicking here. Register for our second Medicare 101 seminar on Thursday, March 28, at 6 p.m. by clicking here.

After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Family members are welcome to join as well!

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

Saving money is much easier with a goal in mind. Join a Canopy webinar tomorrow (Thursday) at 5:30 p.m. for an enriching workshop that helps you choose the right savings goals for you and overcome barriers to achieving them.

Take advantage of an opportunity to hear from financial experts. Email Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Here are three tips to protect yourself from Medicare fraud and scams:

• If you get a call, text, or email asking for your Medicare Number, don’t respond. Don’t give your Medicare card or Medicare Number to anyone except your doctor or people you know should have it.
• Check your Medicare Summary Notices (MSNs) or claims statements carefully. If you see a charge for a service you didn’t get or a product you didn’t order, it may be fraud. If you suspect fraud, report it at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
• Guard your Medicare card like it’s a credit card.

Visit Medicare.gov, the official source for Medicare information, to learn more about preventing Medicare fraud and medical identity theft.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

Healthcare costs can be a major cost and concern in retirement. In an upcoming Nationwide webinar, you will learn what Medicare does and does not cover. You’ll also receive a Health Care Cost Estimator.

The webinar will be presented by Doug Ewing on Thursday, March 28, at 11:30 a.m. Register here.

Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Do you feel like you get enough sleep each night? Getting a good night’s rest can be hard with our busy schedules. A bedtime routine and a consistent sleep schedule help your mind and body wind down before going to bed. Good sleep habits also impact your overall health.

Click this Canopy link to view Providence’s March 2024 calendar page for tips on how to sleep more soundly.

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

Grab your friends and sign up for the 5K for Uganda Glow Run/Walk on Friday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m.! The 5K will begin at the Stoffer Family Stadium track.

The cost is $20 for students, $30 for community members, and $10 for children under age 10. The last day to sign up to receive a free T-shirt is today (Tuesday). Sign up at this link.

All proceeds go toward the Doctor of Physical Therapy medical service trip to Uganda, where we will be working with patients in rural communities.

Questions? Contact Hannah Quinn at hbusch15@georgefox.edu.

Providence members, be sure to check out your LifeBalance perks this month:

• Columbia Sportswear Employee Store: Reminder! Employee access ends Sunday, March 31. 
• Seabrook Relay: Want to race on Saturday, June 1? Save 20% off registration fees. 
• The Escape Artist: Save 10% off bookings. 
• Retirement Planning Center: Receive free access to financial literacy resources and planning services.
• Honor Yoga Now: Explore a wide range of yoga classes and save 40% off classes. 
• PetMeds: Shop America’s largest pet pharmacy and save $15 off orders of $49 or more.
• Crocs: Score $15 off $75+ or $20 off $100+.

To access these benefits, login to your MyProvidence account or go to this website.

Reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

The Portland Writing Center is now called the Virtual Learning Center (VLC). We offer the same services, writing consultations, and academic coaching with the same amazing consultants. Our name has simply changed to represent the modality of our services.

You can contact the VLC at vlc@georgefox.edu. To schedule an appointment with the VLC, please go to the TracCloud icon on your Canvas page. You will find us under the Virtual Learning Center in TracCloud. Don’t wait to schedule your appointment!

If you have any questions, please email Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu.

Are you planning an international trip anytime soon?

International travel is back in full swing here on campus, so the Center for Study Abroad would like to invite you to a Zoom meeting to talk about the George Fox policies and procedures for traveling internationally, either as an individual or with students. We will be covering topics such as travel insurance, liability, safety protocols, and more.

The meeting is scheduled for today (Monday) at 3 p.m. Here is the Zoom link.

If you have any questions, please contact Lynn Scott at lscott@georgefox.edu.

Please join us for a lively night to help send George Fox’s Doctor of Physical Therapy’s (DPT) students to Uganda. The night will include dinner, dessert, and an abundance of items that you will have the opportunity to bid on via silent auction.

We have a diverse selection of items, including gift contributions from local small businesses, companies, travel experiences, and more!

The auction will take place in Canyon Commons 101 on Saturday, April 13, from 5 to 8 p.m. All proceeds go toward funding George Fox’s DPT program’s 11th annual medical service trip to Uganda, where we will be working with patients in rural communities.

Contact Taryn Conwell at tconwell22@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Come tonight (Monday) to hear former George Fox professor Gina Johnson’s assessment of South Africa’s truth and reconciliation process. Has injustice been remedied? Has hatred and political polarization been healed? Have South Africa’s hopes for a functioning and civil democracy been realized? What can we learn from South Africa’s experience in our own deeply polarized era?

To find out, come to Hoover 105 at 6:30 p.m. to hear Dr. Johnson’s presentation. The event will be video recorded.

Questions? Please reach out to Ron Mock at rmock@georgefox.edu.