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If you have been using a personal account in EBSCO databases, please be aware that the platform is moving to SSO authentication. Rather than log in after accessing the platform, researchers will automatically be logged in to an account connected to their George Fox ID.

Researchers that have been using a personal account before this shift may wish to merge their accounts for continued access to saved materials, projects, and alerts. Researchers who have not been logging in to a MyEBSCO account before this change do not need to do anything.

Check out our blog post for more information, connect with a librarian, or email researchhelp@georgefox.edu for assistance.

Daniel Kang and the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement Committee invite you to join them for the Fall Faculty Lecture tomorrow (Tuesday) at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105. Nathan Slegers, PhD, professor of mechanical engineering and winner of the 2023-24 Faculty Achievement Award for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship, is the featured faculty speaker.

Slegers will speak on “The Art of the Three: How Engineering and Ingenuity is Decoding the Science of Basketball Shooting.” Please join us as he presents his research regarding three metrics he has discovered which identify good shooters. These metrics decode some hidden nuances within the art of the “three,” and provide insights into how to become a better shooter.

The university and surrounding community are invited, and refreshments will be provided.

If you have questions, email lfair@georgefox.edu.

We’re in the home stretch! Today (Monday) is the last day to make it count and log activities for Miles for Meals. There will be no exceptions. Every bit of effort you’ve put in has brought us closer to our goal, and now it’s time for one last push.

Take a walk, jog, bike ride or dance your way to the finish line. Every mile matters! Let’s come together and show what we can accomplish when we give it our all. Log your activity now and let’s smash that 10,000-mile mark!

Tomorrow (Tuesday), we will host our first-ever graduate program fair in Canyon Commons from 10 a.m to 1 p.m.

This fair is for any student considering attending graduate school. There will be 21 different colleges and universities from Oregon and Washington here to showcase their graduate programs.

Please encourage your students to attend. Thank you!

If you have any questions, contact Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Menopause is a normal yet potentially challenging phase of life. Symptoms are widespread and vary from person to person. In this seminar, you will learn about common issues related to menopause and aging, as well as ways to support a mentally and physically healthy transition.

Click here to register for this seminar, taking place tomorrow (Tuesday) from noon to 1 p.m. Experts Ruben Halperin (MD), Chelsea Warren (RDN) and Nichole Guilfoy will cover:

• The three stages of menopause
• Lifestyle strategies to manage symptoms and support long-term health
• Workplace considerations
• Additional resources

Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu with your questions.

Join us this Saturday, Oct. 26, for Bruin Field Day! We welcome youth and adults of all abilities, including all types of intellectual and developmental disability. Our mission is to recognize the unique needs and challenges faced by individuals with these disabilities by promoting physical activity, socialization, and relationship-building within our local community.

Our field games and activities will either be at Stoffer Stadium or the Miller Gymnasium here on campus (depending on the weather). Stay tuned for more information.

We also invite buddies and volunteers who are passionate about supporting and contributing to a fun and successful day for everyone involved. We will need assistance with monitoring games and activities and also buddying up with a participant who may need extra support.

Please contact one of our event coordinators, Shanah Denham (sdenham23@georgefox.edu) or Paul Moeggenberg (pmoeggenberg22@georgefox.edu), with any questions or concerns.

The Office for Spiritual Life invites you to volunteer for the Newberg Regional Aquatics competition from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10 – one of four regional swim competitions in the Special Olympics Oregon 2024 fall sports season.

Athletes will compete in a number of events, including developmental skills and various distances in the breaststroke, backstroke, butterfly, freestyle, relays and individual medley.

No experience is required to volunteer; we will train all volunteers onsite. Volunteer roles include:

• Escorts: Stage athletes before races; walk athletes from staging area to assigned lanes; walk athletes from assigned lanes to awards area after races
• Timers: Time athletes in individual lanes and call finish order for races
• Results: Deliver and record individual results
• Awards: Stage medals and ribbons for awards ceremonies; assist with presentations as needed
• Developmental Skills Support: Provide staging, escort, and timing support for developmental skills competition (morning only)

If you have role-specific experience, let us know at check-in when we assign volunteer roles. If you are a certified official (stroke or turn) and would like to volunteer, please reach out to Kirby Marion at kmarion@soor.org for more information about volunteering as an official.

We are excited to welcome George Fox families to campus today (Friday), through Sunday, Oct. 20, for Family Weekend! Please put on your best George Fox welcome and help families navigate campus as needed. We want to provide the most hospitable and fun experience possible for our visitors.

Also, please take great care in encouraging those students who may not have a family member who is able to attend. Anyone is welcome to register for Family Weekend and join students for activities.

To register and view the schedule, follow this link.

Questions? Email parents@georgefox.edu.

The university’s marketing communications office is putting together a photo and B-roll video shoot for George Fox’s education programs on Friday, Nov. 1, right here on the Newberg campus. We are recruiting kids to help fill the classrooms that day and would love to have your families participate!

This photo shoot will capture teachers in classroom settings interacting with different age groups of students. Photos will be used to promote education programs on the web, social media, digital and outdoor advertising (including possibly billboard) and print materials.

If you have kids who are available, you can sign up here! Time slots for the different age groups will be:

• 8:30-10 a.m.: Kindergarten and first grade
• 10:30 a.m. – noon: Third to fifth grade
• 1-3 p.m.: Middle school
• 3:30-5 p.m.: High school

Please help us promote George Fox education programs and sign up here! If you have questions, contact Rachel Brumfield at rbrumfield@georgefox.edu.

The Hadlock Student Center weight room will be temporarily closed on Friday, Oct. 18, from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. for a new equipment delivery.

If you have questions, email Jacob Loomis at jloomis@georgefox.edu.

We’re beyond excited to share that, not only did we crush our initial goal of 5,000 miles in the Miles for Meals challenge, but we’re already racing toward 9,000 miles! Thanks to your incredible dedication, our sponsors will be donating much-needed funds to support the Bruin Community Pantry. Your efforts are truly making a difference in our community!

We ask that all participants donate food or money to the pantry. If you haven’t yet donated, there’s still time to do so. Please complete your donation this week, and be sure to check out our list of most-needed items. This week, we’re especially focusing on gluten-free foods. If you have not identified your donation as part of this event, make sure to notify Jere Witherspoon.

Every mile, step and activity is adding up to support those in need. Let’s keep up the momentum for this final push! With your continued effort, we can smash through the 10,000-mile mark by the end of the challenge on Oct. 21.

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

On Tuesday, Oct. 22, we will host our first-ever graduate program fair in Canyon Commons from 10 a.m to 1 p.m.

This fair is for any student considering attending graduate school. There will be 21 different colleges and universities from Oregon and Washington here to showcase their graduate programs.

Please encourage your students to attend. Thank you!

If you have any questions, contact Wade Witherspoon at wwitherspoon@georgefox.edu.

Please ensure that your mailing address is correct in MyGeorgeFox for year-end reporting. You can review and update it if necessary by going to “Profile” and then “Addresses” in MyGeorgeFox.

To sign up for electronic W-2 delivery, click on “Payroll” and then select “W-2/W-2c Consent.” You will be prompted to check a box to consent to receiving your W-2 form electronically only.

Questions? Contact the payroll team at payroll@georgefox.edu.

Please participate in the Great Oregon ShakeOut today (Thursday). At 10:17 a.m., take two minutes to practice protecting yourself in the event of an earthquake: drop, cover, and hold on. Click this link for more information. 

Email Kim Knoernschild at kknoernschild@georgefox.edu with any questions.

You are invited to participate in a study exploring the relationship between self-compassion and meaning in life. Your contribution to the study is greatly appreciated.

This survey will take around 10 minutes to complete. No personally identifying information will be collected, and your answers will be kept confidential. Once you have completed the survey, you will receive a link to enter your email into a drawing for one of 10 $10 gift cards.

If you have any questions, please contact Ben Wenndorf at bwenndorf22@georgefox.edu. 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.

Have a talent you’d like to showcase? Auditions for Fox Got Talent are coming up. Fill out this form to audition for a chance to win a $500 cash prize! The event is happening on Friday, Nov. 15.

All talents are welcome and encouraged to participate (students and employees!), whether you’re a juggler, magician, contortionist, impressionist, singer, sword swallower, speedy Rubik’s Cube solver, or whatever else you do best.

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Mark your calendars and register now to conclude the academic year in the best way. “The Deep Dive” offers faculty the opportunity to work on a project, delve into research, or develop a course in a serene and inspiring environment.

In addition to solo work, you can collaborate, rest, and play with your colleagues. For a more reflective experience, a self-guided spiritual retreat is available.

Of the faculty who attended last year, 95% said they would return and one faculty member wrote that it was their best experience in nine years at George Fox.

The retreat will be hosted at Washington Family Ranch from Monday, May 12 through Thursday, May 15. The deadline to register is April 18, 2025.

Track options include:

• Track One – Guided intensive to work collaboratively on your first Faculty Growth Plan
• Track Two – Guided intensive to work collaboratively on your Third-Year Review Portfolio
• Self-guided – Open to all faculty to work on a professional project

Lodging assignments are dependent on your chosen track. Most people will share a room with one person.

If you have any questions, email Michelle Kang at mkang@georgefox.edu.

The Center for Peace and Justice invites you to a presentation entitled “Journey of Hope,” featuring Elio Constantine. Constantine oversees the Middle East Center for Justice and Missions, a ministry of the charity Heart For Lebanon.

Don’t miss this powerful message on transforming lives through faith and action. Join us tomorrow (Thursday) at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105. Chapel credit is available for students, and for those who can’t attend in person a livestream link is available.

In his presentation, Constantine will explore how we are called to live in justice and how a biblical approach to justice is applicable anywhere in the world. He will also address the root causes of injustices in Lebanon and the surrounding region.

If you have questions, contact Tamara Wytsma at twytsma@georgefox.edu. More information is also available on the Center for Peace & Justice webpage.

Thank you to everyone participating in the Miles for Meals wellness challenge. Your commitment to staying active and supporting our great cause is truly inspiring. Every step you take not only boosts your well-being but also helps make a difference for those in need.

Keep pushing yourself: You’re doing an amazing job! Remember, every mile matters, and together, we’re making a big impact for our Bruin Community Pantry. We encourage you to continue donating food or money to the pantry.

We’re excited to announce this week’s raffle winners: Katie Maupin and Victoria Olivares! Come pick up your $50 Fred Meyer gift card at the Office of People and Culture. Thank you for your dedication and keep up the great work! There are still more chances to win, so stay motivated and keep those miles coming!

Daniel Kang and the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement Committee invite you to join them for the Fall Faculty Lecture on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105. Nathan Slegers, PhD, professor of mechanical engineering, and winner of the 2023-24 Faculty Achievement Award for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship, is the featured faculty speaker.

Slegers will speak on “The Art of the Three: How Engineering and Ingenuity is Decoding the Science of Basketball Shooting.” Please join us as he presents his research regarding three metrics he has discovered which identify good shooters. These metrics decode some hidden nuances within the art of the “three,” and provide insights into how to become a better shooter.

The university and surrounding community are invited, and refreshments will be provided. We hope you are able to support Nathan by attending.

If you have questions, email lfair@georgefox.edu.