Tuesday, July 11th, 2023
There’s still space in Maker Camp Week #3 for high schoolers who want to come to STEM camp!
Scheduled July 24-28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, the camp will feature “The Impossible Lock Box,” a fun and challenging project where students design a custom box and install a variety of locking mechanisms that are programmed to open with specific inputs that only the programmer knows.
Not only will students learn computer design, assembly and programming, but they will have a blast making friends and doing all the fun activities that you love about summer camp, such as water balloon games, bouldering, s’mores, late-night skits, and more!
Register today at georgefox.edu/SummerCamps. Have questions? Contact Tamara Wytsma at twytsma@georgefox.edu.
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Monday, July 10th, 2023
Join us from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. tomorrow (Wednesday) at Portland Seminary (Portland Center Room 155) to hear from author J.R. Woodward on his new book, The Scandal of Leadership: Unmasking the Powers of Domination in the Church, in which he gives a deeper diagnosis to the problem of domineering leadership in the church and points toward a remedy.
In this lecture/reading, he will engage René Girard by looking at scandal negatively, then positively. He will unpack how we will either be a scandal to those who look at us as leaders, or follow the scandalous way of Christ. Books will be available for sale. Sign up here.
Contact Mollie Henkelman at mhenkelman@georgefox.edu with any questions.
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Monday, July 10th, 2023
Join us in Hoover 102 today (Tuesday) at 11:30 a.m. to hear a teaching demonstration by communication’s faculty candidate, Erick Roebuck. Erick holds a PhD in communication with an emphasis in organizational communication and social movements.
For more information, contact Kevin Jones at kevinj@georgefox.edu.
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Sunday, July 9th, 2023
The upcoming All-Community Meeting on Aug. 15 will be a time for celebration and looking ahead toward our aspirations for the 2023-24 academic year.
During the meeting, we will also be celebrating some amazing accomplishments, including employees who have milestone service anniversaries this year. These are employees who have completed five, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 and 40 years of service at George Fox.
It’s become our tradition to thank these colleagues with our “gift of words.” Please take the time to submit this Google form and help us honor your coworkers and friends with notes of encouragement, gratitude or shared memories. The deadline to respond is July 31.
Thank you in advance for making this an extra special celebration for our loyal employees celebrating a milestone service anniversary this year!
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Sunday, July 9th, 2023
Getting a car can be overwhelming and stressful with all the decisions to make: new or used; buy or lease; zero percent financing or rebate (not to mention what color to pick).
Participants in an upcoming Canopy webinar, Drive Away Happy: Car Buying Decisions, will learn tips and tricks to have the best car shopping experience possible, while also making wise financing decisions.
Dates/Times:
- Tuesday, July 11, 10:30- 11:30 a.m.
- Thursday, July 20, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
You can register here.
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Sunday, July 9th, 2023
Your physical health challenge this week is to stay hydrated! Being dehydrated can impact all areas of your body. Studies show that mild dehydration can impair many aspects of brain function, including regulating your mood and concentration. It can even alter your body temperature control, reduce your motivation, and cause an increase in fatigue.
To stay healthy and hydrated this week (July 10-16), we challenge you to drink at least 90 ounces of water per day. Break out your favorite water bottle and join in! Here’s a breakdown of how many water bottles per day you need to drink based on common water bottle sizes:
- 12 oz = 7 ½ water bottles per day
- 16 oz = approx. 5 ½ water bottles per day
- 18 oz = 5 water bottles per day
- 20 oz = 4 ½ water bottles per day
- 24 oz = approx. 4 water bottles per day
- 32 oz =approx. 3 water bottles per day
- 40 oz = approx. 2 ½ water bottles per day
Fill out this Google Sheet with your name and email, and as you drink water throughout each day, make note of how many bottles you consumed on the spreadsheet. Everyone who participates the full week will be entered into a drawing to receive one of five George Fox tumbler cups!
– George Fox Wellness Committee
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Thursday, July 6th, 2023
We believe that financial wellness is an important part of our overall well-being, and we hope you and your family have engaged in different activities and resources this week, taking advantage of this opportunity to learn, grow, and improve your financial well-being.
If you participated in at least three activities, please enter this raffle to win a prize!
Next week, be prepared to close out our six-week “Thriving Together” challenge by increasing your activity and staying hydrated with a physical health challenge. Check your Daily Bruin on Monday to find out more!
– Your Wellness Committee
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Thursday, July 6th, 2023
The practice of meditation has both short- and long-term health benefits, including lowering stress levels, improving focus, and enhancing the mind-body connection.
If you currently have a meditation practice, an upcoming interactive webinar presentation will provide technique augmentation, reinforce breathwork, and allow space for participants to examine more closely the experience of self-exploration and mind-body balance.
Feel free to join this Canopy event from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, July 18. You can register here.
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Thursday, July 6th, 2023
Looking to buy a home? An upcoming Canopy webinar, Home Buying and Financing 101, identifies the pros and cons of owning a home, provides a review of the process, goes over various types of zero and low-down loan programs, and more.
Feel free to join from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 11. You can register here.
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Thursday, July 6th, 2023
Chances are your child’s heart is healthy, but a small percentage of young people have hidden heart defects that put their lives at risk, especially during physical exertion.
Providence’s Play Smart program offers free youth heart screenings for ages 12 to 18. Since 2012, the program has provided more than 40,000 free heart screenings by checking a simple, painless cardiac test, an electrocardiogram. Appointments are available at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center and are now available for scheduling.
Click here to schedule an appointment between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 22.
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Thursday, July 6th, 2023
Win great prizes all month long through Providence’s LifeBalance program! From exercise to education, travel to technology, popular attractions to pets, LifeBalance is here to help you save on the purchases that leave you and your family feeling healthy, happy and fulfilled.
There are thousands of savings available to you. That’s why we want to encourage you to explore all the program has to offer. Entry is easy: Simply view any page on the LifeBalance website and you will be automatically entered to win. Click the image to the right to log in or sign up for a LifeBalance account to enter the contest.
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Wednesday, July 5th, 2023
We asked, and our community answered. Last Friday was the final day of our 2023 chapel brick campaign, with a goal of 100 bricks. As of today, we have sold 122!
To celebrate, stop by the advancement office on the third floor of Stevens from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. today (Thursday) for cake and fellowship. We’re excited about everything God is doing in and through our community, and we’re looking forward to seeing you today!
Have questions? Call Gwyn Curtis at 503-554-2115.
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Wednesday, July 5th, 2023
The Newberg Old Fashioned Festival is a time-honored tradition, and this summer George Fox is once again planning to march in the grand parade on Saturday, July 29. We invite you to join in marching with us from 10 a.m. to noon.
Staging occurs at Renne Field behind Edwards Elementary School. (Please note staging for the parade takes place at 9 a.m.). This is an amazing opportunity to celebrate our connection and love for Newberg!
If you and your family are interested in participating, mark your calendars and complete this form by July 21. The first 75 employees and family members that sign up will receive a free T-shirt! More details to follow.
Feel free to contact Joe Thouvenel at jthouvenel@georgefox.edu for more information.
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Wednesday, July 5th, 2023
Getting a car can be overwhelming and stressful with all the decisions to make: new or used; buy or lease; zero percent financing or rebate (not to mention what color to pick).
Participants in an upcoming Canopy webinar, Drive Away Happy: Car Buying Decisions, will learn tips and tricks to have the best car shopping experience possible, while also making wise financing decisions.
Dates/Times:
- Tuesday, July 11, 10:30- 11:30 a.m.
- Thursday, July 20, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
You can register here.
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Tuesday, July 4th, 2023
We asked, and our community answered. Last Friday was the final day of our 2023 chapel brick campaign, with a goal of 100 bricks. As of today, we have sold 122!
To celebrate, stop by the Advancement Office on the third floor of Stevens from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 6, for cake and fellowship. We’re excited about everything God is doing in and through our community, and we’re looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!
Have questions? Call Gwyn Curtis at (503) 554-2115.
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Tuesday, July 4th, 2023
According to the National Weather Service, this region is under a heat advisory through Thursday evening, July 6. High temperatures are expected to range between 91 and 99 degrees in some areas.
If you are working in a building without air conditioning or outdoors, please work during the coolest parts of the day. Take advantage of cooler buildings such as Murdock Library, Klages or Canyon Commons. Stay hydrated by drinking water every 20 minutes.
During the hottest part of the day, check on fellow employees every one to two hours. In addition, be aware of the symptoms of heat-related illnesses.
If you have any questions about best practices during high heat, please reach out to Kim Knoernschild, environmental health and safety specialist, at kknoernschild@georgefox.edu.
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Tuesday, July 4th, 2023
We are checking in today! There is still time to participate in this week’s challenge. Financial well-being is important for several reasons. Here are some of them.
To participate, pick three items you and your family will engage in this week.
All participants will be entered in a raffle to win a prize!
– Your Wellness Committee
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Sunday, July 2nd, 2023
As we continue our summer wellness challenge we’re excited to announce that, starting today, we will take steps to better our financial well-being. This week is designed to promote financial education, encourage healthy financial habits, and support your overall financial well-being.
We understand that managing finances can be challenging, so we wish to provide resources and support to help you navigate this important aspect of your life. Throughout the week, we’ll offer a variety of educational sessions, activities and resources designed to help you improve your financial literacy, manage your finances effectively, and achieve your financial goals. Let’s do this together!
To participate, pick three items you and your family will engage in this week.
All participants will be entered in a raffle to win a prize!
– Your Wellness Committee
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Sunday, July 2nd, 2023
The plant services office will be closed all day on Thursday, July 6, to dedicate our teams to completing the department moves on the Newberg campus.
Our office will reopen at 7 a.m. on Friday, July 7. Our summer hours are 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thank you!
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Thursday, June 29th, 2023
Welcome to day five of the “Thriving Together” Safety Challenge. Nothing is better than spending time with friends and family while grilling. Every year, 5,700 home fires are started by a grill. Check out these tips to make grilling safer this summer.
Thank you for participating in this week’s challenge. You did amazing! Please enter your name here to enter our drawing for a survivor first aid kit, and don’t miss next week’s “Thriving Together” Challenge – a focus on financial well-being.
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