Archive for July, 2022

North Street and part of Carlton Way will be closed to traffic tomorrow morning

Sunday, July 31st, 2022

North Street and part of Carlton Way will be closed to through traffic from Center Street to the library tomorrow (Tuesday) from 5:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Please do not park in this area. If you have any questions, please contact plant services’ Mark Stone at mstone@georgefox.edu.

Register now for Primary Care Institute’s CME event on primary care behavioral health

Sunday, July 31st, 2022

Join the Interprofessional Primary Care Institute for a special continuing medical education (CME) event Aug. 17-19 on Zoom. Titled “Get Psyched!,” it is designed for all healthcare workers to assist in enhancing primary care behavioral health for all people served.

With rising rates of depression, anxiety, suicide attempts, substance use, etc. it is more important than ever to have robust, accessible and effective primary care behavioral health services.

Come hear about this transformational approach from Patti Robinson, PhD. Robinson is an internationally renowned psychologist, and we are privileged to have her as our institute’s innovation director. Joining her in the team presentation are Bhavesh Rajani, MD, MBA, Amber Nelson, PsyD, and Julie Oyemaja, PsyD, all of whom are experienced interprofessional primary care team players.

For more information or to register, please visit this page. Questions? Contact Tammy O’Doherty at todohert@georgefox.edu.

Be sure to closely monitor your Egencia travel account

Thursday, July 28th, 2022

Egencia travel users: We are monitoring the Egencia travel account for any unusual or non-authorized activity.

If you receive any notifications from Egencia such as upcoming trips or travel agendas that you did not initiate, please contact Kathi Becker at kbecker@georgefox.edu or ext. 2166.

Be sure to sign the 2022 University Recreation waiver

Wednesday, July 27th, 2022

The updated 2022 University Recreation (UREC) waiver is now available to sign and required for access into the Hadlock Student Center or for participation in UREC’s programs. To review and sign the updated waiver, click this link.

If you have questions about the waiver, or other membership and access questions, email AJ Heil at aheil@georgefox.edu.

Wellness Wednesdays: Mesonutrients

Tuesday, July 26th, 2022

Have you ever heard about mesonutrients? This week we share some good information on nutrition in the summer. Click here to find out more about how to eat and drink healthy this summer.

Stay safe in the heat (read our previous Wellness Wednesday message to get more information on safety in the heat).

– HR

Spread the word about George Fox Pathways!

Monday, July 25th, 2022

George Fox Pathways are free online courses offered through George Fox Connect. Designed as a deep dive into a specific topic, they offer a cost-free, lifelong learning opportunity for our community to expand knowledge and cultivate new skills.

Pathways courses are fully online and self-guided, allowing participants to progress through the content on their own schedule. And they’re open to the public, so tell your friends and family!

This year’s Pathways courses are open through May 31, 2023, and topics include:

To learn more and register, visit georgefox.edu/pathways.

Bill Jolliff reads his new poems to music tonight at North Valley Friends Church

Monday, July 25th, 2022

Bill Jolliff’s new collection of poems, At Rest in My Father’s House, will be released today (Tuesday). In conjunction with the release, he’ll be doing a reading at North Valley Friends Church (4020 N. College St.) at 7 p.m.

Before and during the reading, Amy Natzke (fiddle) and Debo Kerr (guitar) will perform some fine old traditional fiddle tunes.

Contact Bill at wjolliff@georgefox.edu.

Several volunteers needed to assist with Welcome Weekend

Monday, July 25th, 2022

It’s that time again! Welcome Weekend is our chance to welcome each and every new student as they step onto campus.

With such a large incoming class, we need all hands on deck as we each do our part to make students and their guests experience the Be Known promise. And who better to do that than our own faculty and staff?

Please complete this form if you would like to join our team to volunteer, and we will contact you with further instructions.

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

Join primary behavioral healthcare essentials event virtually Aug. 17-19

Sunday, July 24th, 2022

Join the Interprofessional Primary Care Institute for a special continuing medical education (CME) event Aug. 17-19 on Zoom. Titled “Get Psyched!,” it is designed for all healthcare workers to assist in enhancing primary care behavioral health for all people served.

With rising rates of depression, anxiety, suicide attempts, substance use, etc. it is more important than ever to have robust, accessible and effective primary care behavioral health services.

Come hear about this transformational approach from Patti Robinson, PhD. Robinson is an internationally renowned psychologist, and we are privileged to have her as our institute’s innovation director. Joining her in the team presentation are Bhavesh Rajani, MD, MBA, Amber Nelson, PsyD, and Julie Oyemaja, PsyD, all of whom are experienced interprofessional primary care team players.

For more information or to register, please visit this page. Questions? Contact Tammy O’Doherty at todohert@georgefox.edu.

Bill Jolliff reads his new poems to music this Tuesday night

Wednesday, July 20th, 2022

Bill Jolliff’s new collection of poems, At Rest in My Father’s House, will be released on Tuesday, July 26. In conjunction with the release, he’ll be doing a reading at North Valley Friends Church (4020 N. College St.) at 7 p.m.

Before and during the reading, Amy Natzke (fiddle) and Debo Kerr (guitar) will perform some fine old traditional fiddle tunes.

Contact Bill at wjolliff@georgefox.edu.

Always be prepared for an emergency

Wednesday, July 20th, 2022

It is always good to be prepared for an emergency! Check out the following links for some basic emergency tools, tips, and resources.

If you have questions, feel free to contact Campus Public Safety or the student life office. Be well!

Elevator fire system testing scheduled for Aug. 9

Tuesday, July 19th, 2022

The fire alarm interface of several elevators will be tested on campus starting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug 9. During that time, the elevator will not be available. You may hear trouble signals out of the fire alarm panel (beeping), and in some cases horn/strobe activation for a few seconds. This testing is required, so we appreciate your patience.

The following buildings will be affected (not in the exact order):

  • Duke
  • Hoover
  • Murdock Library
  • Ross/Bauman
  • Stevens Center

Residence halls:

  • Gulley
  • Le Shana

Questions? Contact Dixie Downey at ddowney@georgefox.edu.

Thank you!

– Plant Services

Wellness Wednesdays: Summer Safety

Tuesday, July 19th, 2022

We hope you are enjoying this summer season and taking good care of yourself. This week, we are sharing a few important reminders about summer safety, such as how to protect your skin, heart and brain from summer heat, among other helpful tips.

Be well,
HR

Love football? Film practices and games this fall

Monday, July 18th, 2022

Love football? Now’s your chance to get in the game! The George Fox football program is seeking three individuals to film practices and games this fall.

The job’s responsibilities would be from Aug. 9 through Nov. 12, and the time commitment is 10 hours each week. You must be Federal Work Study eligible, and all training is provided on site. The team practices regularly from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.

Interested? Contact Austin Shadbolt at ashadbolt@georgefox.edu for more details.

All invited to ice cream social this afternoon

Monday, July 18th, 2022

The Staff Development Committee would like to invite you to join us for our annual ice cream social from 2 to 3 p.m. this afternoon (Tuesday). You’ll find us on the Klages patio, so come and enjoy an ice cream bar on us!

All employees are welcome, so tell your coworkers and student employees. See you there!

Contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Virtual course, ‘Welcoming Emotions,’ offered online Aug. 12 and Sept. 16

Monday, July 18th, 2022

How do you experience hard emotions like fear and anger? Do you struggle to feel sadness and even joy?

Psychologist Carl Jung coined the term “shadow” to refer to the parts of ourselves we hide, repress or deny. Our shadow is like a “long bag we drag behind us,” and we tend to place unwanted parts of ourselves, especially unacceptable emotions, into that bag.

But there’s good news! Welcoming these emotions offers incredible power to transform our lives, relationships and communities. Join Michael Simmons from the Companioning Center as he explores language, practices and tools for companioning our shadow and welcoming our emotions.

A virtual course, “Welcoming Emotions,” will be offered from 9 to 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 12, and Friday, Sept. 16. A Zoom link will be provided upon registration.

Contact Simmons at msimmons@georgefox.edu to learn more.

Take advantage of LifeBalance’s featured deals in July

Monday, July 18th, 2022

Providence members: Be sure to take advantage of your July LifeBalance deals:

  • Portland Timbers Game: $35 tickets for the Portland Timbers vs. Nashville game on Aug. 3, 2022. Limited quantities available.
  • Oregon Coast Aquarium: 10% savings on admission. Offer ends Aug. 13.
  • Providence Bridge Pedal: Save $5 on select race registration fees. Race is on Aug. 14.
  • Planet Fitness: Sign up and receive waived fees on classic and black card memberships.
  • Good Chop: Enjoy high-quality meat and seafood delivered straight to your door and receive $110 savings on initial three boxes.
  • MomRemedy: Save 15% on all products with MomRemedy.
  • BetterHelp: Looking for therapy that is affordable and convenient? Save 30% on the initial month of membership with BetterHelp.
  • Orthera: Need custom foot orthotics? Receive custom insoles and save 20% on orders with Orthera.

For a complete list of current vendors and available discounts, visit LifeBalanceProgram.com.

Tree cutting and demolition begin Monday on new chapel and art annex site

Thursday, July 14th, 2022

Starting Monday, July 18, Plant Services will begin tree cutting and demolition in preparation for the fall construction of the new chapel and new art annex.

Areas affected are the Pennington lollipop lot (the circle parking lot next to Klages) and the outdoor tennis courts (located across Carlton Way from the library).

When you are near these areas, please be aware! Follow the traffic control measures and avoid entering these construction areas. Fencing will be added toward the end of August, before students arrive on campus.

Questions? Contact Dixie Downey at ddowney@georgefox.edu.

Extend the Be Known promise to Summer Visit Day guests today

Thursday, July 14th, 2022

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions is hosting a Summer Visit Day on campus today (Friday). With around 325 visitors expected, we are asking students and employees to help extend the Be Known promise throughout the day.

Here’s what you can keep in mind:

  • Use street parking instead of campus parking lots. Guests will be arriving on campus at 8:30 a.m. and will fill the main campus parking lots.
  • All visitors will take a campus tour at 11 a.m., so be mindful of large groups walking through main buildings on campus.
  • The event will formally conclude at 3 p.m.

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

Fire systems testing concludes today

Wednesday, July 13th, 2022

The annual testing of the fire sprinkler systems on the Newberg campus concludes today (Thursday). The system will be inspected and tested at the same time.

In order to test the system, the strobes may flash and the alarm will sound, briefly. (We will silence the alarm as soon as we can.) The schedule for today is as follows:

  • Canyon Commons
  • EHS
  • Hoover

It is not necessary to evacuate the areas during testing. Thank you for your patience! Contact Dixie Downey at ddowney@georgefox.edu with any questions.