Newberg campus offices will be closed tomorrow (Friday) for the mid-semester holiday. The Murdock Library will be closed, but the 24-hour space will remain open.
The Bruin Store will also be closed on Friday.
What an incredible first week of Miles for Meals! We have 105 participants, and collectively we’ve logged a staggering 2,870.3 miles!
And, thanks to your generosity and fundraising efforts, we have already raised $965 for the Bruin Community Pantry! This strong start demonstrates our community’s dedication to both personal wellness and supporting those in need. Every step is counting, and we’re just getting started!
Weekly winner and top performers
Congratulations to our randomly selected weekly winner, Carilyn Ellis, who has won a $25 Fred Meyer gift card! She is the first of many to be rewarded, as the gift card values will increase for future drawings.
The competition is already fierce at the top of the leaderboard. Here are the top teams:
And the top individuals, setting an incredible pace:
Crucial reminder: sync your activity! To ensure all your efforts count toward the team totals and grand prizes, please take a moment today to log any manual activities and sync your fitness devices. We know many of you are moving even more than the tracker shows, so don’t miss out on credit for your hard work!
Boost our giving and fundraising goal! We hit $990 yesterday, but we can do more! Encourage people to donate and fundraise. Our goal is to make a massive impact for the Bruin Community Pantry, and involving your friends and family is a powerful way to help.
If you would like to link your fundraising efforts to this challenge:
Stay active, keep logging those miles for your chance to win, and let’s turn our movement into meals for the Bruin Community Pantry!
The Hadlock Student Center will have modified hours for the mid-semester break:
Navigating Medicare can be complex. To help you and your loved ones understand your options, Providence is hosting free “Medicare 101” educational webinars on Oct. 13 and Nov. 10.
These one-hour online sessions are a great opportunity to learn the basics of Medicare – including the different parts (A, B, C, and D) and the differences between plan types – in a no-pressure, sales-free environment. Feel free to invite your spouse, parents, or any family members who could benefit.
Choose the session that works best for you: Monday, Oct. 13, at 5 p.m (register here) or Monday, Nov. 10, at 5 p.m. (register here).
In an era defined by perpetual connectivity, our digital devices have become near-permanent extensions of ourselves, fostering a pervasive and often unhealthy attachment. With a staggering 84% of users admitting they couldn’t last a day without their phone, it’s clear we’ve become tethered to screens.
This constant digital engagement means that life’s most authentic, unfiltered moments – the spontaneous conversations and fleeting experiences that will never be repeated – are often missed. As we stare down at our glowing rectangles, our attention perpetually divided, we risk becoming passive spectators to the very lives we are meant to be actively living.
The antidote to this digital deluge lies in the intentional act of unplugging. By powering down, we create space for solitude, a grounding stillness that allows us to reflect on our lives away from the constant noise of external notifications and opinions.
This deliberate disconnect shifts our focus from passive consumption – the endless scrolling, streaming, and browsing – toward active creation, unlocking our unique passions and solutions.
Choosing a specific period each day to put devices away isn’t about rejecting technology, but about resetting our focus, combatting the dissatisfaction often bred by social media, and rediscovering our gratitude for the world and the people right in front of us.
In case you missed our recent IT security announcement, we’re answering the most important questions about the upcoming changes to your George Fox account login.
Q: What is happening to my login? A: We are retiring SMS (text message) and phone call verification methods. Soon, you will no longer be able to use a text message code to log in.
Q: Why is this change being made? A: Text message-based authentication is vulnerable to modern cyberattacks. This change is essential to better protect your account and university data.
Q: What do I need to do? A: You must set up the Okta Verify mobile app as your primary method for multi-factor authentication (MFA). This will allow you to approve logins securely from your smartphone or tablet.
Q: What if I don’t switch in time? A: You will experience an interruption to your login, and you will need to contact the Service Desk by phone for assistance. Please act now to avoid this!
Q: I already use Okta Verify or Google Authenticator. Do I need to do anything? A: Nope! You are all set, and no action is required.
Need help getting started? The IT Service Desk is here for you! Contact them at 503-554-2569 or servicedesk@georgefox.edu.
AirPods Pro 2 are going on sale at the Bruin Bookstore for one day only, tomorrow (Wednesday). Get $50 off the original retail price in-store or online while supplies last!
LifeBalance is hosting a fall contest from Oct. 1-31. As a member of the Providence Health Plan, you have access to the LifeBalance program and this fun, easy way to get entered for a chance to win.
Entering is simple: Just visit the LifeBalance website and log into your account (or sign up if you haven’t yet!) and you’ll automatically receive your first contest entry. After that, you can earn an additional entry every day in October that you visit the LifeBalance website while logged into your account. The more you visit, the better your chances of winning!
Each week, LifeBalance staff will randomly select 10 winners from all contest participants. Winners will be notified by email and their names will also be posted on the LifeBalance contest page by 1 p.m. on Oct. 13, Oct. 20, Oct. 27, and Nov. 3.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity! If you have any questions, you can contact LifeBalance Member Services at 888-754-5433 or info@LifeBalanceProgram.com.
Doctor of Physical Therapy students are seeking participants for a research study, “Upper Extremity Role During a Floor Transfer in Community-Dwelling Older Adults.” We are interested in how older adults use their arms to get up from the floor.
To participate, you must:
In order to participate, you must not have a diagnosis of a neurological condition or a current illness or health issue that would make performing study activities unsafe.
If you’re interested in participating and meet the above criteria, you will come to the university’s Medical Sciences Building on Werth Boulevard, where we’ll ask you to sign an informed consent form, answer questions on a questionnaire, perform a short mental status examination, and have your vitals (blood pressure and heart rate) taken. Depending on the results of these assessments, you may or may not be eligible for the study.
If you’re eligible, you will continue the single testing session that will last up to approximately one hour. During this session you will be asked to answer additional questions and get up from the floor multiple times, first without using your arms and then using one of your arms.
We may ask you to change into clothing necessary for the study if you are not already dressed in spandex shorts or leggings, a sleeveless shirt, athletic shoes that do not cover the ankles, and short socks.
You will not be paid for being in this study or reimbursed for any costs associated with traveling to/from the George Fox campus.
You are able to stop participation in the study at any time and for any reason. No information that would identify you will be made public, and we do not feel there is more than minimal risk associated with this study.
If interested in participating, schedule an appointment for testing by calling 503-554-2463 or emailing Lyndsay Stutzenberger at lstutzenberger@georgefox.edu.
The Bruin Bookstore will be closed this Friday, Oct. 10, for the mid-semester holiday. There is also a mid-semester Champion sale for 25% off Champion-brand clothing, online and in-store, Oct. 9-16. Clearance is on sale now for 50% off.
Learn the ins and outs of Medicare at one of our free info sessions, taking place Oct. 13 and Nov. 10. Navigating Medicare can be complex, which is why Providence is pleased to offer free educational Medicare webinars designed to help you and your loved ones.
These “Medicare 101” meetings are a fantastic opportunity to learn the basics of Medicare in a no-pressure environment. We encourage you to invite your spouse, parents or other family members who may benefit from this information. All are welcome!
In these sessions, you’ll learn about the different parts of Medicare (the A, B, C and Ds), the key differences between Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Supplement, and when you should enroll for Original Medicare. These are not sales meetings, and there is no obligation or pressure to enroll.
Each meeting is about an hour long, depending on questions, and can be attended from the comfort of your own home via our online webinar platform. You’ll be able to see the presenter and ask questions using the chat function without needing to turn on your camera.
Choose the session that works best for you: Monday, Oct. 13, at 5 p.m (register here) or Monday, Nov. 10, at 5 p.m. (register here).
The George Fox theatre department invites you to see its fall 2025 production, Havurah, presented through the Big Bridge Theatre Consortium.
Written by Margot Connolly and directed by Ben Tissell, the play tells the story of life at Crosby College, a small liberal arts university, where two student clubs strive for connection and comfort in difficult times.
When a tragedy occurs in the local Jewish community, members of the Havurah club are left reeling. The Christian social justice club wants to help, but struggles to know how. Deeply relevant and strikingly realistic, Havurah depicts the complexities and possibilities of connecting with others in times of grief.
The show opens on Thursday, Oct. 23, and closes on Nov. 2. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and weekend matinees start at 2 p.m. Employees are entitled to one complimentary ticket, and students may attend free on either Thursday. You may reserve tickets here.
October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and The Daily Bruin will be sharing supportive resources. Today, we’re highlighting our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Canopy, for confidential support regarding substance misuse. This free service offers several ways to get help:
Again, mental health support is available 24/7 at 800-433-2320.
Bring your friends and family to Homecoming tomorrow (Saturday)! Highlights include worship in the chapel with President Baker, Bruinpalooza (a party in the quad for every Bruin!), the football game, and more.
Check out the full schedule of events at homecoming.georgefox.edu.
It’s been wonderful to see such a strong start to the Miles for Meals challenge. We’re excited to share that over 20 teams have already formed, showing a fantastic commitment to supporting the Bruin Community Pantry.
Let’s continue to build on this great momentum. There is time to rally your colleagues and create a team if you haven’t already. The deadline to register is this Sunday, Oct. 5. We’re looking forward to seeing what we can accomplish together.
To our current participants, thank you for the great energy! Just a friendly reminder to keep your devices synced for seamless mile tracking and to manually add your other activities so all your hard work is counted.
Thank you for your participation! Questions? Contact us at bewell@georgefox.edu.
Alongside a variety of Homecoming festivities, the Department of Art and Design will be hosting a silent auction to raise funds for the new Art and Cinematic Arts Building.
So while you enjoy Homecoming tomorrow (Saturday), don’t forget to wander through the Stevens lobby between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to place your bid on 20 different art objects donated by faculty and friends of the university.
Use this link to bid on items online.
If you have undergrad students exploring graduate school and careers in healthcare, consider sharing details about our upcoming OT info meeting with them.
The session will provide an overview of the Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) program, including prerequisites, admissions, and what a career as an occupational therapist looks like.
The meeting is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 25, in Roberts Center’s Room 203.
Students can connect with faculty in a relaxed, conversational setting, ask questions, and get a clear sense of the OTD program, helping them explore occupational therapy and plan for graduate school.
More information and registration is available here. Questions? Contact us at ot@georgefox.edu.
A huge thank you to everyone who participated in our first-ever “Work Safe, Be Well” bingo challenge! We were thrilled to see so many of you taking steps to improve your health and safety at work, from conducting ergonomic self-assessments to practicing new wellness habits. Your engagement made this initiative a great success.
The bingo challenge officially concluded on Tuesday, and after tallying all the entries, we have randomly selected our two lucky prize winners. The moment you’ve been waiting for is here!
Congratulations!
While the challenge is over, our commitment to a healthy and safe on campus isn’t. As promised, the Wellness and Safety committees will continue to share valuable resources throughout the fall semester.
Thank you all again for your participation. Let’s keep working safe and being well!
In an era of deep political division, heated rhetoric, and rising political violence, what does it mean to seek common ground? Join our Oregon House majority and minority leaders for a timely and essential conversation on the state of civility in politics on Tuesday, Oct 7, at 6:30 p.m. in Hoover 105.
The representatives will discuss their experiences, the challenges of legislating across the aisle, and whether a more respectful and productive political discourse is possible. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from key decision-makers about how we can navigate our differences and find a better path forward for Oregon.
Reach out to Ron Mock at rmock@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
The George Fox theatre department invites you to see its fall 2025 production, Havurah, presented through the Big Bridge Theatre Consortium.
Written by Margot Connolly and directed by Ben Tissell, the play tells the story of life at Crosby College, a small liberal arts university, where two student clubs strive for connection and comfort in difficult times.
When a tragedy occurs in the local Jewish community, members of the Havurah club are left reeling. The Christian social justice club wants to help, but struggles to know how. Deeply relevant and strikingly realistic, Havurah depicts the complexities and possibilities of connecting with others in times of grief.
The show opens on Thursday, Oct. 23, and closes on Nov. 2. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and weekend matinees start at 2 p.m. Employees are entitled to one complimentary ticket, and students may attend free on either Thursday. You may reserve tickets here.
