Join us tomorrow (Wednesday) in Hoover 250 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. for a time of worship, listening to God’s Spirit, and seeking to discern God’s truth together. Nathanael Ankeny will be hosting. Chapel credit will be offered.
Please reach out to Nathanael at nankeny@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Join us this Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Canyon Commons to learn about your benefits, network with colleagues, and engage with a variety of vendors. We’re spotlighting preventive care to help you stay healthy and make the most of your benefits.
Here’s a Health and Benefits Fair sneak peek:
Take advantage of the benefit and wellness experts coming to campus to help you understand your options. We can’t wait to see you!
Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
As we observe National Diabetes Month this November, we want to remind you of the valuable diabetes resources available through your Providence Health Plan. Diabetes can be a complex condition, but it doesn’t have to dictate your life. With the right support and education, you can learn to manage your health effectively.
Empower Yourself
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing diabetes for a while, arming yourself with knowledge, accessing regular health care, and staying motivated can make a significant difference. Check out the diabetes services available in your area through Providence.
Join Us for a Free Event
Don’t miss the opportunity to participate in a free virtual event hosted by the American Diabetes Association on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 11 a.m. to noon. Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Michelle D. Stancil (MS, BSN, RN, CDCES) will provide insights into diabetes self-management and answer your questions.
Take the first step toward better management of your diabetes; click this link to learn more and register for this informative session!
The university’s volleyball program will be hosting a diaper and clothing drive for A Family Place, a relief care nursery that strives to address risk factors present in young families. Some of the largest needs of families in this community are diapers size 4-6, and pull-ups and clothing size 2T and up.
Any donation will make a huge impact on our Newberg community and help relieve stress in many families.
Support your George Fox volleyball team and your local A Family Place relief care nursery at the Senior Night game this Friday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m. in Wheeler.
If you have any questions, email Kennedy Kibby at kkibby21@georgefox.edu.
The Multiplication Conference happening Nov. 13-15 presents a unique opportunity for faculty to engage with key leaders in the church-planting movement, featuring speakers that include Rick McKinley (founding pastor of Imago Dei), Dave Ferguson (Exponential), President Robin Baker, and Portland Seminary Dean Tammy Dunahoo.
Hosted at George Fox in partnership with Portland Seminary, the event will explore the role of education and spiritual formation in equipping the next generation of church leaders and planters. As faculty, you’ll gain valuable insights into how your academic influence intersects with the mission to spread the gospel through new church plants.
Join us in shaping future leaders for a movement of multiplication! Register to secure your spot here. Faculty and employees are invited to attend the conference at no cost (excluding food) by using the code “campus24.”
As part of their engineering Senior Design project, a team of civil engineering students are designing road improvements for South College Street in Newberg. Fill out this survey to give them valuable information on how you use South College Street and how the road could be improved!
At the end of the survey you will be given a chance to enter a raffle for one of two $25 Amazon gift cards.
If you have never walked, biked or driven on South College Street, then this survey does not apply to you. Feel free to share the survey with others who use this road.
Reach out to Jacob Smith at jacobs21@georgefox.edu if you have further questions.
Join us for Employee Family Day at the Hadlock Student Center this Saturday, Nov. 9! Get ready for some fun and excitement with your loved ones. Enjoy a variety of activities and games available from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., including:
Family members and kids of all ages are welcome as long as the related employee is present. Please note that waivers are required for family members, so be sure to check the age-specific guidelines. Complete a guest waiver here.
If you have any questions, email Joe Thouvenel at jthouvenel@georgefox.edu.
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!
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.
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!
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:
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
“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:
Register here by Thursday, Oct. 31, while spots are still open. Contact Jesse Cetz at jcetz@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
Take advantage of a free, personalized retirement consultation on campus tomorrow (Tuesday). Planning for retirement is one of the most important steps you can take for a secure future, and this session will provide tailored guidance to help you reach your financial goals.
Our expert advisor from Nationwide will be available to answer your questions, assess your retirement plans, and help you optimize your savings. These consultations are designed to make the path to retirement as smooth and informed as possible. Sign up today to reserve your spot and make a positive impact on your future!
Email Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have questions.
Notice students struggling as the mid-semester crunch hits? It’s that time of the semester when effective study techniques and support are crucial. If you’re teaching or supporting students in STEM courses, recommend they check out Numerade to see if it can support their learning!
Numerade offers video tutorials tailored to STEM subjects and study tools that are useful for all courses, such as Ace, the platform’s AI tutor. Ace’s popular features include step-by-step homework help, answer explanations, and developing personalized study plans based on individual syllabi or schedules.
Share these guidelines for creating AI prompts with your students. Numerade engages students with questions and prompts for individualized learning. Encourage them to use their George Fox credentials to create a Numerade account and access extra support.
Please review university policies and your course guidelines about appropriate use of AI tools with students. Review the AI for Learning page for resources on responsible AI use to support student learning.
Contact Rick Muthiah, director of Learning Support Services, with feedback or questions at rmuthiah@georgefox.edu.
