Join us on Thursday, May 16, at 9:30 a.m. to learn what every veteran needs to know about VA financing and how it compares to other types of financing. Sign up here.
Feel free to reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
This year, nursing students will be traveling to Costa Rica to provide medical services to underserved people. To help support the trip, we are holding a fundraiser at Panda Express all day tomorrow (Friday).
This fundraiser applies to online orders only; 28% of proceeds will go to support the student team! Follow these steps to order online:
Thank you for supporting us! Feel free to reach out to Kari Sandau at ksandau@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
Join us for an insightful webinar on Wednesday, May 15, at 10 a.m. as we align with the spirit of Mental Health Awareness Month in May. From prevalent mental health issues to addressing stigma, we’ll explore the landscape of mental health.
Gain a deeper understanding of recognizing signs and symptoms of mental health distress and learn about the diverse range of personal and professional resources available to support mental wellbeing. Sign up here.
Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.
Save the date! We are excited to invite you to a special retirement webinar tailored specifically for women from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 23. The webinar will focus on addressing the unique financial challenges that women often encounter as they plan for retirement.
The event will provide valuable insights and guidance on various aspects of retirement planning, including envisioning your retirement, setting income goals, considering potential medical and long-term care needs, and leaving a meaningful legacy.
Register here today! Feel free to reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Hello Bruins! This week, all Champion-brand clothing is 20% off at the Bruin Store. We have replenished T-shirts, hoodies and sweatpants!
Check them out in person or online at this link. Feel free to contact Kristin McGuirk at kmcguirk@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Please join us in bidding farewell to D’Metri Mattocks today (Tuesday) from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the Intercultural Resource Center (located to the south of Pennington Hall; look for the red door).
It will be an open-house format with a moment to offer encouraging words at 2 p.m. We hope to see you there!
Feel free to contact Jamie Johnson at jamiej@georgefox.edu with any questions.
The George Fox YouTube channel has new content each week. Check out our most recent videos, including a commencement recap, student faith stories and more. Go here to watch our latest videos and subscribe to our channel today.
Questions? Contact Amanda Howard at ahoward@georgefox.edu.
Phillip Carbajal, our Nationwide specialist, will be on-site for one-on-one meetings today (Monday) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Canyon Commons 101.
To schedule an in-person or virtual appointment, please use this link. You can also contact Phillip directly at 360-953-4841 or phillip.carbajal@nationwide.
Please join us in bidding farewell to D’Metri Mattocks tomorrow (Tuesday) from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the Intercultural Resource Center (located to the south of Pennington Hall; look for the red door).
It will be an open-house format with a moment to offer encouraging words at 2 p.m. We hope to see you there!
Feel free to contact Jamie Johnson at jamiej@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Come help us build our beautiful hanging baskets that adorn the quad! Lots of artistic license is encouraged, and many plants are available for the artists’ pallet.
The event will begin at 8 a.m. this Wednesday, May 8, and last until approximately noon. Please drop in as your time allows during those hours. We will be meeting at the Plant Services/Thomas Center building at 1101 Villa Road.
Tables, and a few chairs, will be set up in our lower yard. All basket-building materials and tools will be provided. We are looking forward to seeing all of you there!
Please contact Nathan McDaniel at 503-554-2063 with any questions. Thank you!
The finance office is moving! We will be moving to 1515 Portland Road (previously the Providence Sleep Center Building). The current finance office will be closed today (Monday) for this move.
We plan to remain as close to our normal operating schedule as possible and ask for your patience as we re-organize in our new space on Tuesday, May 7.
Thank you!
Identify the pros and cons of owning a home, an overview of the process, how to get prepared, various types of zero- and low-down loan programs, and more.
Sign up here for this free Canopy EAP webinar on Tuesday, May 14, at 9:30 a.m.
Reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu with any questions.
After more than 28 years of faithful service at George Fox, Jenny Getsinger, director of student accounts, is retiring – and she wants your most fun “bucket list” ideas to keep her busy and challenged during retirement.
Please complete this form to share your “bucket list” ideas and/or a note to wish her well. We will also be hosting a reception for her in the Stevens Center’s atrium on Monday, June 3, at 2 p.m. We hope to see you there!
Feel free to reach out to Marcy Nielsen at mnielsen@georgefox.edu with any questions.
Dr. Dave Cimbora has accepted the position of provost at Samford University in Alabama. Though we are sad to see him go, the Wellness Enterprise and the Office of Academic Affairs hope you will join us on Wednesday, May 15, to thank Dave for his great work here at George Fox, and send him off in style.
Please stop by Canyon Commons 103 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. that day to celebrate with Dave and wish him well!
Feel free to reach out to Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu with any questions.
The plant services’ main office will have different hours for the summer. They will be Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Feel free to contact Mark Stone at mstone@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.
After losing someone you care about, your life can feel like it is no longer your own. The best way to find the courage, perseverance and desire to rebuild and redefine your new life is living with the loss, one day at a time.
Emotional recovery is not accomplished by checking off items on a list but rather living the loss, establishing a new relationship with your loved ones and the people around you, both at work and at home.
This session will provide you with ideas and tools for how to interact with others, how to find passion and purpose, and how to rebuild your future.
Here’s how to get to the Canopy webinar center:
Email Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu with any questions.
May is Asian American, Native Hawai’ian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month and, as always, the Intercultural Resource Center has compiled another digital document for engagement.
This resource has many recommendations to complement your summer plans (like a new playlist to listen to) and to get you excited for your return to campus in the fall (like taking part in community through the multicultural clubs).
As always, we want to hear from and represent you, so if you have recommendations for this month or future cultural heritage months, please let us know by filling out this form.
Happy Asian American, Native Hawai’ian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, George Fox!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Zanne Backous at sbackous@georgefox.edu.
The finance office is moving! We will be moving to 1515 Portland Road (previously the Providence Sleep Center Building). The current finance office will be closed on Friday, May 3, and Monday, May 6, for this move.
We plan to remain as close to our normal operating schedule as possible and ask for your patience as we re-organize in our new space on Tuesday, May 7.
Thank you!
The finance office is moving! We will be moving to 1515 N. Villa Road (previously the Providence Sleep Center Building). The current finance office will be closed on Friday, May 3, and Monday, May 6, for this move.
We plan to remain as close to our normal operating schedule as possible and ask for your patience as we re-organize in our new space on Tuesday, May 7.
Thank you!
Here is your final installment of “Bite-sized Wellness Ideas” from your local Wellness Committee. Yes, all good things must come to an end, but take heart! We have some great new activities and events coming your way. Stay tuned!
Walking: It sounds too simple, but one of the simplest “exercise snacks” is to take a short walk. Walk around your building, walk up and down some stairs, or intentionally park further away from your destinations. Just five to 10 minutes of brisk walking gets your blood pumping.
Take a nap: Naps offer various benefits for healthy adults, including relaxation, reduced fatigue, increased alertness, improved mood, and improved performance, including quicker reaction time and better memory. Check out this article from the Mayo Clinic that touches on the benefits (and potential drawbacks).
Take a walk in a forest: According to Psychology Today, “The Japanese tradition of shinrin-yoku, or ‘forest bathing,’ has inspired the modern concept of ‘forest therapy,’ or walking in the forest as a way to improve health and mood.” Several studies over the past decade have found that being in a forest can lead to a relaxed and healthy well-being, both physically and mentally, and can even reduce blood levels of the stress hormone cortisol and boost the immune system.
Don’t look in the mirror: Wait, what? Can you go a few days, or maybe a week, without looking in the mirror? It seems we are always inspecting ourselves, finding wrinkles, dark spots, eye bags, etc. What if we took time away from that reflection? Check out the benefits of this unique and healing challenge here.
Your George Fox Wellness Committee wishes you a fantastic and healthy May. Stay tuned for upcoming events!
