Archive for October, 2024

Get a paid internship this summer with The Script

Thursday, October 31st, 2024

The Script is an internship program providing BIPOC college students from Oregon and southwest Washington with paid summer internships. They help match qualified and diverse talent with internships at some of the top Portland metro area companies. The program is open to all majors, but they have six categories for job groupings that they use to match students with prospective companies.

Joining The Script provides you with valuable career development resources and interview assistance to help you secure a position. Additionally, you’ll connect with a community of fellow students who share your ambition to grow professionally and expand their networks!

Does this sound like something you are interested in? If so, fill out this inquiry form! Doing so means that when the application opens on Nov. 4, you will be notified to apply.

For more information about The Script or to learn about a George Fox student’s internship experience with the program, please contact Ashley Gutierrez at agutierrezgutierre23@georgefox.edu.

Please use new email for all deposit-related inquiries

Thursday, October 31st, 2024

Attention administrators: To streamline the management of deposits and improve responsiveness, please direct all deposit-related inquiries, notifications, and documentation submissions to our new centralized email, deposits@georgefox.edu.

This new email will be used in place of Heather Groenlund’s individual email for all deposit communications, allowing our team to assist you more efficiently. We kindly ask that you update your records and begin using deposits@georgefox.edu for any future deposit matters.

Thank you for helping us make this transition!

Want to study abroad at Oxford? Come to info meeting this Monday

Thursday, October 31st, 2024

Study abroad in the beautiful and renowned city of Oxford. A semester at Scholarship and Christianity in Oxford (SCIO) provides a formative academic program with enriching research opportunities, all in the context of a commitment to integrate the pursuit of academic excellence amid deep Christian commitments. We invite you to walk the same paths and study in the same places as some of the greatest scholars in history.

Join us this Monday, Nov. 4, in Hoover 102 from 4:15 to 5 p.m. to learn more and meet Dr. Stan Rosenberg. Contact Wendy Upjohn-Hankel at wupjohn@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Student employees: Sign up for direct deposit

Thursday, October 31st, 2024

Do you want your student employment paycheck to be automatically deposited in your bank account on payday? Come by the People and Culture office to sign up for direct deposit before you leave for holiday breaks.

You can either bring a voided check or a printed direct deposit form from your bank that includes your name, account number and routing number. Many banks have these forms available to print through their online banking website or mobile app. You can also fill out the Direct Deposit Form linked on our website and submit your proof from your bank to our Paperwork Dropbox .

If you aren’t able to sign up for direct deposit, remember that your paycheck will be in the mailroom unless you have put in a request with Mail Services to have your mail forwarded. Be sure to update your mailing address on file in MyGeorgeFox under the Profile tile if this is the case.

Questions? Contact our Payroll Team at payroll@georgefox.edu.

Benefits enrollment begins on Monday

Thursday, October 31st, 2024

Open enrollment begins this Monday, Nov. 4. Please take a moment to carefully review our 2025 Benefits Enrollment Guide and schedule an appointment with a benefits expert if you are seeking to make any changes to your medical or dental plan selections.

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

Please use personal transportation responsibly

Thursday, October 31st, 2024

As part of our commitment to campus safety, we want to ensure all personal transportation devices, including bicycles, skateboards, and e-mobility devices, are used responsibly. All devices must be operated respectfully on roads and sidewalks only, with operators yielding to pedestrians and using courteous communication when approaching. For everyone’s safety, all devices may not be ridden inside campus buildings, and riders should keep wheels on the ground at all times.

For those using e-mobility devices, university policy supports their safe and respectful use around campus. E-mobility devices, such as e-scooters, e-bikes, and hoverboards, should be ridden at slower speeds, especially in pedestrian-heavy areas. Devices must not block fire exits, stairways, or emergency access areas and should be parked only at designated bike racks. Remember, helmets and other safety gear are highly recommended. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in keeping our campus safe and accessible for all!

Join us for ‘Stand Tall, Don’t Fall,’ a seasonal safety initiative

Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

As daylight fades with the fall back time change, staying visible is key to staying safe while walking outside. This season, our “Stand Tall, Don’t Fall” campaign is here to support you!

Our first focus is on adjusting to shorter daylight hours and ensuring you, and your furry friends, are easily seen while walking outside. To help, the Safety Committee is offering reflective arm bands for you. These bands are designed to increase visibility in low-light conditions, giving you a safe and comfortable way to enjoy outdoor activities as evenings get darker.

You’re welcome to pick up these free reflective bands while supplies last, at the front desks of the following locations: People and Culture, Plant Services, the Medical Sciences Building, and the Portland Center.

Our goal is to provide an easy way for everyone to “Stand Tall” by staying safe and visible throughout the season. Thank you for joining us in making this fall a safer one for our community!

Reminder: Set Your Clocks Back One Hour on Nov. 3

With the switch to standard time, here are some tips to be mindful of:

  • Be Alert: It will be getting dark earlier, so wear reflective clothing if you run or walk after 5 pm.
  • Be aware of your surroundings: Keep your head up and ears open.
  • Choose well-lit routes: Stick to paths, sidewalks, or trails that you are familiar with and are well-lit.
  • Watch your step: Be cautious around curbs, potholes and uneven surfaces.

Use Morse parking lot to avoid the scary traffic situation tomorrow

Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

Tomorrow (Friday), cement trucks will be arriving on campus as early as 7 a.m. to start pouring cement at the cinematic arts/art building site next to the Klages Center. There will be times when you shall not pass the cement truck, as it’ll be blocking Carlton Way across from Weesner Village.

What can a ghoul do? You may have to wait 20 minutes in order to move when the cement truck is leaving, but if there’s another cement truck in the queue ready to go, that window will not open and you’ll have to continue waiting (we’ve all “been there, done bat”).

If you’d rather avoid all of the hullaba-boo, we’ll treat you right at the Morse parking lot. Or, if you’ve got another thing pumpkin and don’t plan on leaving for the day, stay put!

The cement trucks will be circling (“what ghost around comes around”) until about 1 p.m. tomorrow. Thank you for your patience! We appreciate you reading the announcement. It’s been a scream.

The Bridge Cafe will close at 2 p.m. today and tomorrow

Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

The Bridge Cafe will be closing early both today (Thursday) and tomorrow (Friday) at 2 p.m. Please reach out to Katie at andersonk@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Attend the Exodus Grad Fair on Nov. 6 if you are graduating this December

Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

Calling all fall graduates! Seniors graduating this December are invited to come celebrate at the Exodus Grad Fair in Stevens on Wednesday, Nov. 6, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Pick up your cap and gown and commencement tickets, and get checked out with university offices before you graduate. Learn more here.

Help improve the George Fox chapel experience by responding to this survey

Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

ASC and SpiL are working together to improve your George Fox chapel experience. Please take a few minutes to fill out this form and provide feedback that will be used to improve your chapel experience. Thank you!

Learn about working in public relations from a George Fox alumnus on Nov. 11

Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

The George Fox Public Relations Student Society of America is hosting an event with special guest JJ Switzer, a George Fox communications alumnus who currently works as Nike’s principal transformative change manager. He will be sharing about his experiences at Nike and what it is like to work in PR.

Join us in Stevens 101 from 7 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 11. Learn something new, build connections, and play a fun trivia game!

If you have questions, contact Olivia Aragon at oaragon21@georgefox.edu.

Where’s Waldo? Find the red-striped adventurer all over campus today

Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

You remember that bespectacled, red-and-white-wearing character from the 1980s? The iconic adventurer has inspired several George Fox employees to dress like him today (Thursday). Find us all over campus to collect our unique stamps, then turn in your card for a chance at a fun prize.

Cards can be picked up with any Waldo or at the Murdock Library’s front desk, where you will also find the drop-box for cards once your hunt is over. Waldos must be found “at work,” which means the hunt is over at 5 p.m.

Cards can be turned in until 2 p.m. Friday. The students who find the most Waldos will be entered into a prize raffle to be announced next week. Happy hunting!

Have a mobile plan? Take this quick survey for a chance to win $50 Amazon gift card

Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

Take this eight-minute survey to win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards! We would love your thoughts on mobile carriers for our marketing research project.

Can you participate? Yes, if you:

  • Are 18-27 years old
  • Have an individual plan or a family plan
  • Use AT&T, Verizon, or T-Mobile

Your input will help us learn what’s important to young adults when choosing a mobile provider. If you have questions, email Laurel Knox at lknox23@georgefox.edu. Thanks so much for your time!

Disclaimer: These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Active females: Contribute to Doctor of Physical Therapy research project

Tuesday, October 29th, 2024

Active females ages 18 to 45 are needed for Doctor of Physical Therapy research. Please see this survey for more information. The survey takes 10 to 15 minutes and the in-person hip strength testing takes approximately 15 minutes.

Please contact Principal Investigator Tess Swake at tswake@georgefox.edu with questions. Thank you!

Disclaimer: These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

Early morning yoga will be starting again on Nov. 5

Tuesday, October 29th, 2024

We’re excited to invite you back into a beautiful way to start your day with our revitalizing morning yoga flow, led by instructor Emily Ong. This energizing and strengthening session is designed to set a positive tone and fill you with peace, strength, and clarity.

Sessions will be in Hadlock every Tuesday morning at 6:30 a.m., starting on Nov. 5. You will move through a series of mindful poses to nourish both body and spirit. This class is the perfect way to connect deeply with yourself and start the day grounded and inspired.

Sign up for the first class at this link. Email fitness@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Try candy from around the world in the IRC this afternoon

Monday, October 28th, 2024

Join Global Village today (Tuesday) at 5:30 p.m. in the IRC for a fun candy tasting! We’ll have different stations with candies from all around the world so you can try some unique flavors. Make sure to stop by early to grab your favorites while they last!

Email Javier Broach at jbroach23@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Make clothing donations to the Unity Center for Behavioral Health

Monday, October 28th, 2024

If you have any clothes you’re looking to get rid of (especially warm clothes as winter approaches), drop them off in the cardboard box located in front of Roberts 138 for the chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card or a $50 Cabela’s gift card!

The clothes will be donated to the Unity Center for Behavioral Health, where they will be given to mental health patients before being discharged back into their communities.

Scan the QR code on the box to be entered into the raffle and make your donations by Friday, Nov. 22. If you have any questions, reach out Nursing Club officer Kayla Evenhouse at kevenhouse21@georgefox.edu.

Physical therapy appointments available for George Fox community

Monday, October 28th, 2024

Got aches and pains? Physical therapy appointments are available at the Medical Sciences Building (448 Werth Boulevard in Newberg) for employees, students and the local community. Appointments are an hour long and are available Monday through Friday at various times. The cost is $25 for those associated with George Fox, and $35 for those who are not.

Please fill out this form if you’re interested. If you have any questions, feel free to directly reach out to physicaltherapy@georgefox.edu. We look forward to treating you!

Register for this week’s ‘The Voices Conference’ by Thursday

Sunday, October 27th, 2024

“The Voices Conference,” coming up this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1-2, centers around multicultural leadership in the U.S. Workshops and main sessions will be taught by leaders of color from around the nation and the globe, with the purpose of helping students feel empowered to create change in their community and equipped to use their voice.

This year our theme is “In The Flow,” based on Acts 2:1-12. Students will receive chapel credit. Here is a sample of some of the workshops:

  • “Bringing Our Voices to the Text” by Michelle Lang-Raymond
  • “Finding Our Voices After Trauma” by Soteria Galo
  • Worship by Mike Dean and Co. and fellow George Fox students

Register here by Thursday, Oct. 31, while spots are still open. Contact Jesse Cetz at jcetz@georgefox.edu if you have questions.