The Daily Bruin

Last week, we explored the concept of resilience and practical ways to increase our capacity for it. Becoming more resilient not only helps us get through difficult circumstances, it also empowers us to grow and improve our life along the way.

Resilience also often ties to our ability to live mindfully. Today, we invite you see that connection and read this article on building both mindfulness and resilience in the fall.

If you have any questions, reach out to Aga Luptak at aluptak@georgefox.edu.

Plant Services will be closed this Friday, Oct. 14. We will be cleaning the Hess Creek area, and we invite everyone that is free and would like to help us.

We are meeting at the Thomas Center at 8 a.m. If you are reserving a van during the weekend, please come pick up your key packet by Thursday at 5 p.m.

Thank you.

Contact Plant Services at plantservices@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

The World Health Organization (WHO) designated Monday, Oct. 10, as World Mental Health Day to raise awareness and reduce stigma about anxiety, depression, and overall mental health. We recognize that students, faculty and staff within our own George Fox community face similar challenges.

A few years ago, one of our George Fox alumni created a series of yard signs that were distributed throughout the region to encourage those who might be struggling. During this season of midterms and stress, we have placed a number of those signs throughout campus for the next few weeks.

We encourage you to take time in the midst of this busy season for self-care and to recognize that God is with you and he is for you!

For those who are struggling, we want to remind you about the following confidential resources:

• Health and Counseling Center
• Office for Spiritual Life University Pastors

Other campus resources include:

• Residence Life
• Commuter Life

Questions? Contact the student life office at studentlife@georgefox.edu.

In order to process an invoice, the Accounts Pay team needs all of the below-mentioned information:

• Vendor ID number
• Vendor Name as appearing in PeopleSoft
• PeopleSoft PO number
• PeopleSoft receipt number
• And finally, a copy of the invoice.

AP receives a multitude of emailed payment requests, and there is a high probability of those getting buried, especially in cases wherein any of the above information is missing in the email.

To comply with audit requirements, AP does not have access to the purchasing module, thus they are unable to themselves obtain PO and receipt numbers from PeopleSoft.

In order to improve our current “Procure to Pay” process, and to help you to pay your invoices in a timely manner, we have released a Request for Payment form. This form replaces emailed and paper payment requests.

We are planning a formal training session in the coming months where we will share more information with you. In the meantime, feel free to email your questions to purchasing@georgefox.edu.

Thank you,
The Accounts Pay and Purchasing Teams

University Recreation is hosting a kickball tournament on Saturday, Oct. 22, starting at noon on the Stoffer Stadium field. Sign up now through IMLeagues.

Don’t have a team yet? Sign up as a free agent to get placed on a team, and meet new friends in the process!

The registration deadline is Thursday, Oct. 20, at 11:59 p.m. The event is open to both students and employees. Please email intramurals@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Did you know that social workers can work in such settings as schools, hospitals, substance abuse/addictions clinics, veterans and military settings? They may also do international social work and can even have their own practice.

Interested in social work, or want to know more about working in a helping profession? Come to a BSW info session on Tuesday, Oct. 25, or Wednesday, Oct. 26, from noon to 12:30 p.m. in Roberts 215.

At the session, you’ll learn more about social work as a major and the professional opportunities that having a bachelor’s degree in social work offers.

Faculty: Know students who might be interested? Let them know about these sessions!

Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The Staff Development Committee is pleased to invite all employees to a Lunch & Learn session about project management taught by Rae Casey, associate professor of organizational leadership in our George Fox Connect program.

A catered lunch will be provided on Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (presentation will begin around noon) in Canyon Commons 101-103.

RSVPs are required for all who plan to attend. Please RSVP here by Thursday, Oct. 20.

Contact Audrey Mass at amass@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join us for Contemplative (Quaker) Worship tomorrow (Wednesday) from 2:15 to 2:45 p.m. in Hoover 250.

This will be a time of unprogrammed waiting on the present Christ, allowing us to do business with God as we need and to speak a word of the Lord as we are led. Spiritual life credit is available for students.

Contact Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu with any questions.

This Friday, Oct. 14, the volleyball team will have donation boxes set up during their 7 p.m. match against Pacific University. Swing by to donate items such as gift cards, backpacks, school supplies, card games, etc. to the Safe Families for Children organization.

If you have any questions, reach out to Bailey LeBreton at blebreton19@georgefox.edu.

The first fall edition of The Crescent, George Fox’s student-run newspaper, will be released tomorrow (Wednesday) at 3 p.m.

If you’re interested in reading The Crescent directly in your inbox, submit your email by filling out this form. Don’t want emails twice a month? Check out our website to read the most current issue and previous issues.

Thank you for your support!

Today (Monday) is designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) as World Mental Health Day to raise awareness and reduce stigma about anxiety, depression, and overall mental health. We recognize that students, faculty and staff within our own George Fox community face similar challenges.

A few years ago, one of our George Fox alumni created a series of yard signs that were distributed throughout the region to encourage those who might be struggling. During this season of midterms and stress, we have placed a number of those signs throughout campus for the next few weeks.

We encourage you to take time in the midst of this busy season for self-care and to recognize that God is with you and he is for you!

For those who are struggling, we want to remind you about the following confidential resources:

• Health and Counseling Center
• Office for Spiritual Life University Pastors

Other campus resources include:

• Residence Life
• Commuter Life 

Questions? Contact the student life office at studentlife@georgefox.edu.

Enjoy some bonding time with your colleagues at an all-employee lunch today (Monday) from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

We will share some brief announcements and updates, and lunch is complimentary. No need to bring your own sack lunch!

See you there!

Need a devoted friend and endless entertainment? Goldfish are available for adoption through the biology department!

Stop by EHS 202 anytime between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. starting today (Monday) through Friday (or while supplies last). There will be bags to tote them home. Goldfish are perfect for dorm rooms and outdoor ponds. Come pick up your scaly swimming friend!

Questions? Contact Teresa Arnold at tarnold@georgefox.edu.

You’re invited to the music department’s second annual Open Mic Night on Tuesday, Oct. 18! Come join us in Canyon Commons 102-103.

Sign-ups begin at 7 p.m., and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to join and participate. Complimentary refreshments will be provided.

Contact Aaron Barnhart at abarnhart@georgefox.edu for more details.

The Interprofessional Primary Care Institute at George Fox University is sponsoring the annual Yamhill County Pain & Opioids Summit tomorrow (Tuesday) from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Evergreen Lodge in McMinnville (500 Cumulus Ave.).

The event is free to the Yamhill community and includes 2.75 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM, as well as dinner. For more information please visit our event page here.

If you have any questions, contact Tammy O’Doherty at todohert@georgefox.edu.

Missing the joy of Serve Day already? Introducing Saturday Service! Join us for any or all of the fall Saturday Service opportunities every Saturday (8:30 a.m. to noon) between fall break until Thanksgiving break. Students and employees can sign up/RSVP at this link.

Volunteers in need of transportation (and light breakfast) can meet up at the SpiL House at 8:30 a.m. on any of the following Saturdays, where they can be transported to the following partner sites to roll up our sleeves and be helpful to our neighbors:

• Oct. 15: The Wood Ministry (9-11 a.m., Newberg Cemetery)
• Oct. 22: The Wood Ministry (9-11 a.m., Newberg Cemetery)
• Oct. 29: The Wood Ministry (9-11 a.m., Newberg Cemetery)
• Nov. 5: Providence Community Connections/Faith-in-Action (9 a.m. to noon, location TBA)
• Nov. 12: Providence Community Connections/Faith-in-Action (9 a.m. to noon, location TBA)
• Nov. 19: The Wood Ministry (9-11 a.m., Newberg Cemetery)

Questions? Contact Rusty St. Cyr at rstcyr@georgefox.edu.

Enjoy some bonding time with your colleagues at an all-employee lunch this Monday, Oct. 10, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Canyon Commons!

We will share some brief announcements and updates, and lunch is complimentary. No need to bring your own sack lunch!

See you there!

Join the Swing Dance Club tomorrow (Saturday) in the Foxhole from 6:30 to 9 p.m. for country swing night!

The theme is similar to the hoedown, so dress in your best flannel and jeans! Country swing is different from what we regularly teach, so you won’t want to miss the basic lesson.

The beginner lesson is at 6:30 p.m., where we will teach you everything you need to know. The intermediate lesson follows at 7 p.m., when Mark and Julia will be teaching “gangster lean” and “alternating turns.” The free dance starts at 7:30 p.m., when you can dance to your heart’s content!

All students and faculty are welcome. No prior experience is necessary.

If you have any questions, reach out to the club’s president, Julia Fisher, at jfisher21@georgefox.edu.

Fencing is canceled today (Friday) for mid-semester break. But worry not! Live Action Role Play Day is coming next week. Students and employees are welcome!

Join the Fencing Club next Friday, Oct. 14, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for LARP Day in Hadlock’s first basketball court. LARP is a large-scale foam weapon team battle. The Fencing Club will be going head-to-head with the Critical Hit Club in our “semesterly stand-off”!

Free pizza is available for participants, and all equipment is provided. Costumes are heavily recommended. No prior experience is required, although we suggest bringing athletic clothes/shoes and a water bottle.

Sign up here. If you have any questions or need clarification, reach out to the club’s president, Mark Berglin, at mberglin19@georgefox.edu.

The Interprofessional Primary Care Institute at George Fox is sponsoring the annual Yamhill County Pain & Opioids Summit on Tuesday, Oct. 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Evergreen Lodge in McMinnville.

It is free to the Yamhill community and includes 2.75 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM, as well as dinner. For more information, please visit our event page here.

If you have any questions, contact Tammy ODoherty at todohert@georgefox.edu.