The Daily Bruin

We are so excited to welcome our new students to George Fox University! In order to do this well, we are in need of volunteers for Welcome Weekend on Friday, Aug. 25.

If you are interested in serving, please complete this Welcome Weekend Volunteer Form. A move-in meeting about the event will be held on Monday, Aug. 14.

Thank you! Any questions can be directed to Welcome Weekend Coordinator Kara Holcombe at kholcombe@georgefox.edu.

Dear George Fox Community,

We would like to announce that the George Fox Prayer Network will officially be launching this fall semester! We are a student-led, faculty-supported initiative that seeks to unify, highlight and embolden the voices of prayer in our community.

As part of our soft launch this summer, we have released a summer prayer guide you can access here. We are inviting students, faculty and parents alike to join us in prayer. Please read more about this initiative on the first page of the guide, and consider joining the prayer network to receive monthly prayer guides this coming academic year!

Please contact the spiritual life office at spirituallife@georgefox.edu with “Prayer Network” in the subject line if you have any questions about this new initiative.

Blessings.

Do you need help with any interior design projects? The university’s STUDIO in the interior design major works on real-world projects and can help with design, furniture selection, finish choices, and more.

If you’re interested to see if we can work on your project, reach out to Casey Martin at martinc@georgefox.edu. We’d love to help on your project!

We’re excited to announce that, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 25, we will be hosting our Community Fair as part of Welcome Weekend. We invite you to take part!

We will provide a 10 X 10 tent, one table and two chairs. You would provide any paperwork or other items you would like to be made available to students or family members/guests.

Please complete this Google Form by this Friday, Aug. 4, to let us know of your interest in participating. Thank you!

Questions? Please reach out to Kara Holcombe at kholcombe@georgefox.edu.

Heather Harney, assistant director of Learning Support Services, is recruiting three or four graduate students to work as academic mentors for high-risk students on the Newberg campus during the fall 2023 semester.

Academic mentors will work seven to 10 hours per week, and will be paid $15.70 per hour. Students can find more details and application information on Handshake. The position is open to any George Fox graduate student, including incoming students.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Academic mentors will have the opportunity to continue in the spring semester based on their availability and ongoing need for the program.

Past success coaches have commented on how much they grew through the experience, especially through their one-on-one sessions with high-risk students. The role is not a formal counseling role, but has similarities that can be especially helpful for graduate students who will be entering helping professions.

Please contact Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

The university community is invited to the Interprofessional Primary Care Institute’s (IPC Institute) annual Primary Behavioral Healthcare Essentials three-day Continuing Medical Education (CME) session via Zoom Aug. 24-26.

Dr. Patti Robinson, cofounder of the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model and Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, will speak, as will Dr. Julie Oyemaja an early PCBH implementer, clinician and relational leader.

Discounted registration is available for George Fox students, team members and alumni. For more information and to register, please visit this link.

The Bruin Community Pantry is looking for volunteers to substitute during the month of August. (And yes, we will be looking for volunteers for the fall semester too!)

Here are the days and times in August when we need additional assistance:

• Mondays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m., to help unload the food truck
• Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Please contact Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu if you are available for some or all of these opportunities.

We’re excited to extend a heartfelt invitation to you and your family for the upcoming Newberg Old Fashioned Festival Grand Parade tomorrow (Saturday)!

George Fox is once again planning to march in this cherished tradition, and we invite you to join us in celebrating our connection and love for Newberg and showcasing the spirit of George Fox.

If you haven’t registered and still want to join, we encourage you to don your George Fox colors and meet us at Renne Field at 9 a.m. tomorrow morning.

Parade Details:

• Date: Saturday, July 29
• Time: 10 a.m. to noon (please note staging for the parade the parade takes place at 9 a.m.)
• Location: Renne Field behind Edwards Elementary School

If you’re ready to march with us or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Faith McKee at fmckee@georgefox.edu for more information.

Heather Harney, assistant director of Learning Support Services, is recruiting three or four graduate students to work as academic mentors for high-risk students on the Newberg campus during the fall 2023 semester.

Academic mentors will work seven to 10 hours per week, and will be paid $15.70 per hour. Students can find more details and application information on Handshake. The position is open to any George Fox graduate student, including incoming students.

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Academic mentors will have the opportunity to continue in the spring semester based on their availability and ongoing need for the program.

Past success coaches have commented on how much they grew through the experience, especially through their one-on-one sessions with high-risk students. The role is not a formal counseling role, but has similarities that can be especially helpful for graduate students who will be entering helping professions.

Please contact Heather Harney at hharney@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Did you know that the university has a Parent Leadership Committee? This committee is made up of a select group that represents a diverse intersection of undergraduate students’ families.

Facilitated by the Office of Parent and Family Programs, this focus group is a great way to survey families, test a new service or platform for your department, or inform families of innovative work and changes here at the university.

If you have the need for input from the perspective of current undergraduate families, please reach out to Megan Fisher, director of Parent and Family Programs, at mfisher@georgefox.edu. We would love to add you to our docket of work for the upcoming year.

Come join us today (Thursday) for an exclusive retirement workshop, “Avoiding Emotional Investing,” and Q&A session, followed by personalized one-on-one meetings, all led by our dedicated and experienced retirement expert, Andy Segrist from Nationwide.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable insights into the world of investing and financial planning. Andy will share his expertise and offer personalized guidance during the one-on-one meetings.

The workshop and Q&A begin at 10 a.m., with the one-on-one meetings to follow from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. We’ll be meeting in Stevens 209.

We look forward to your participation in this workshop and the opportunity to meet Andy in person. Contact Aga Luptak at aluptak@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Nominate outstanding young alumni for the CCCU Young Alumni Award and shine the spotlight on George Fox alumni who are making a difference in the world!

Submit a nominee who has graduated within the last 10 years (2013-2023) and who is exhibiting uncommon leadership or success in a way that reflects the values of Christian higher education. The full guidelines and submission details are available at the above link. The deadline for nominations is Sept. 1.

We’d love to see George Fox alumni representing the university through this CCCU Young Alumni Award!

Contact Sara Reamy at sreamy@georgefox.edu with any questions.

It’s the final week of Providence Health Plan’s 2023 Summer Contest, brought to you by KinderCare Learning Centers. You can enter to win amazing prizes from some of their most popular brands through July 31, so be sure to check out the details and enter to win!

Find out more about the LifeBalance featured deals here.

Today’s youth generation is tech-savvy and connected online. However, parents still play an important role in helping them avoid online hazards such as identity theft, privacy and cyber-bullying.

In an upcoming webinar hosted by the Canopy Employee Assistance Program, we’ll cover important issues including online privacy tips, managing computer settings, smartphone apps, and positive online behavior.

Join us for one of the following two sessions:

• Tuesday, Aug. 8, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
• Thursday, Aug. 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

You can register here.

As we approach the month of August, the Bruin Community Pantry food bank will undergo some significant changes. First of all, sometime in mid-August, we will be relocating to Lewis Apartment #1. The Lewis Apartments are right across from the Roberts Center on Sherman Street, at 1404 Sherman St.

We don’t know the exact date we’ll be moving, but we anticipate that when we do we will be closed for at least a week. Please check the Bruin Community Pantry website for updates.

You are always welcome to email Jere Witherspoon at jwitherspoon@georgefox.edu with any questions or to get updates.

Thank you for being a part of our community!

The Office for Spiritual Life is looking for Life Group leaders for our fall 2023 Life Groups series (the weeks of Sept. 18 through Nov. 10). Life Groups are small groups of undergraduate students who meet together for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Groups meet weekly for 60 to 90 minutes.

This fall our groups will be either in person or completely via Zoom (this provides access for our George Fox Digital students). Life Groups through the Office for Spiritual Life led by a George Fox staff or faculty member will be spiritual-life-credit eligible in order to encourage students to engage in high-quality spiritual formation experiences that are participatory and offer ongoing community.

To sign up, please fill out this form by Thursday, Aug. 17. If you have questions, reach out to Cyndi Murillo cmurillo@georgefox.edu.

Join us to learn about legal and identity theft benefits available through your Canopy Employee Assistance Program. An online webinar is scheduled from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Aug. 22. You can register here.

We are now in the process of preparing for Serve Day! In doing so, we like to place employees with community partners they’re already connected to or in roles that will best help you engage with students and community partners. Please help us by completing this form by Wednesday, Aug. 2.

You can note any limitations, preferences or questions you might have, and we’ll do our best to take them into consideration when we place you on a team this summer.

If you’re planning to be on sabbatical next semester or know of a significant change that will keep you away from campus during the week of Serve Day, please let us know using the form. It is essential for our planning. Please note: The survey above is required for all Newberg employees (.5 FTE and above).

Serve Day 2023 will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 13. If you have questions, contact us at serveday@georgefox.edu.

“… the greatest among you should be like … the one who serves.” (Luke 22:26-27)

Join your colleagues and coworkers for a time of worship this morning (Tuesday) from 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. in Roberts 117!

The gathering will include a time of singing, a devotional experience, prayer and fellowship. D’Metri Mattocks will be leading us in worship together, and Rusty St. Cyr will be sharing a devotional.

Expect a relaxed atmosphere where you can breathe a bit deeper and take some time to recharge. It’s a great opportunity to strengthen our connection as a community and with God.

Providence Health Plan Members: we are excited to invite you to a quarterly Providence Health Plan event on our campus, focused on “Providence Value Adds & Extras.” This in-person educational meeting will be held tomorrow (Wednesday) from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in Stevens 209.

At this event, a Providence representative will provide valuable insights into the various programs and benefits offered by the Providence Health Plan. The presentation will cover the following essential topics:

• LifeBalance Program: Find out about discounts on a variety of activities and lifestyle purchases including travel and more.
• Health Coaching: Learn about the personalized health coaching services available to support your health and wellness journey.
• Active & Fit Direct: Explore the program that offers membership discounts for participating fitness centers nationwide.
• Travel Assistance: Gain an understanding of the travel assistance services provided to ensure your safety and peace of mind during your trips.
• ID Protection: Find out about the measures we have in place to safeguard your identity and personal information.
• Vision Benefits: Explore the vision benefits offered by the Providence Health Plan and how you can make the most of them for better eye health.

The Providence speaker will be on hand to answer any questions you may have during the presentation. Please mark your calendar for this important event and join us! We look forward to seeing you there.