Meet with our Nationwide retirement specialist on campus this week

Monday, August 19th, 2024

Secure your financial future by scheduling a free, one-on-one retirement consultation. In this session, you’ll work with an expert to define your retirement goals, create a customized plan, and receive guidance to keep you on track as you approach retirement.

Phillip Carbajal, our Nationwide retirement specialist, will be on-site for one-on-one meetings on Thursday, Aug. 22, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. and from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Hoover 102.

All retirement questions are welcome, so take the first step toward peace of mind and book your consultation today! There are still spots available.

You can also contact Phillip directly at 360-953-4841 or phillip.carbajal@nationwide.com to schedule in-person or virtual appointments.

All are invited to Convocation Chapel on Aug. 27

Monday, August 19th, 2024

Join us at 10:50 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 27, for our Fall Academic Convocation Chapel in Bauman Auditorium. Kevin Brewer, assistant professor of mathematics and winner of the 2023-24 Undergraduate Teacher of the Year award, will present the faculty address.

Come start the year off blessed as we worship together and welcome students to campus! Contact Laurie Fair at lfair@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Virtual registration is available for C.S. Lewis conference Sept. 5-8

Sunday, August 18th, 2024

We have a few exciting updates about The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference coming to the Newberg campus Sept. 5-8:

Please help spread the word!

Finally, just a reminder that the Portland C.S. Lewis Society Newberg is taking a break for August. Stay tuned for updates after the September conference is over.

Feel free to reach out to Jason Lepojärvi at jlepojarvi@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Need Concur training? Contact Kathi Becker

Thursday, August 15th, 2024

For all employees (new and old) who would like training on the use of Concur or could benefit with a refresher, please contact Kathi Becker at kbecker@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2166 to schedule an appointment.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month

Thursday, August 15th, 2024

August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Vaccination is important for all ages to protect community health. To learn more for you or your family, read this flier.

Volunteers needed to assist with upcoming C.S. Lewis conference

Thursday, August 15th, 2024

The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference is just around the corner (Sept. 5-8), and we have plenty of opportunities for you to help with this event! If you’re interested in volunteering, please use this form to mark which days and times work with your schedule.

Please try to submit the form by Sunday, Sept. 1, for optimal organization; however, helping hands are welcome to jump on board at any point before the conference.

If you have any questions, please email Brandy Vazquez at bvazquez@georgefox.edu.

Volunteer as a Life Group leader by this Monday

Wednesday, August 14th, 2024

The Office for Spiritual Life is looking for Life Group leaders for our fall 2024 Life Groups series (the weeks of Sept. 16 through Oct. 28). Life Groups are small groups of undergraduate students who meet together for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Groups meet weekly for 60 to 90 minutes.

This fall our groups will be either in person or completely via Zoom. Life Groups through the Office for Spiritual Life led by a George Fox staff or faculty member will be SpiL-credit eligible in order to encourage students to engage in high-quality spiritual formation experiences that are participatory and offer ongoing community.

To sign up, please fill out this form by this Monday, Aug. 19.

Virtual registration and schedule now available for C.S. Lewis conference

Monday, August 12th, 2024

We have a few exciting updates about The Undiscovered C.S. Lewis Conference coming to the Newberg campus Sept. 5-8:

  • The full conference schedule has been published. Be sure to check out the many topics we’ll be discussing!
  • Are you unable to attend in person this year? No worries! We have added a virtual registration option for only $19.90!
  • If you still want to attend in person, there are fewer than 10 spots available. Reserve your spot ASAP.
  • Tickets have gone up for sale for the two plays, An Evening with C.S. Lewis and The Baptized Imagination: Lewis & Tolkien! Tickets are included in the conference registration fee, but we have also made them open to the public. Get your tickets while they last; there is only one show of each.

Please help spread the word!

Finally, just a reminder that the Portland C.S. Lewis Society Newberg is taking a break for August. Stay tuned for updates after the September conference is over.

Feel free to reach out to Jason Lepojärvi at jlepojarvi@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Share your memories of Gregg Lamm through alumni office

Monday, August 12th, 2024

As many of you know, we gathered last Saturday in Bauman Auditorium to honor and celebrate the remarkable life and legacy of former campus pastor Gregg Lamm.

We invite you to contribute personal memories, stories, photos or reflections about Gregg here by Monday, Aug 19. These will be shared with his family. Reach out to Britnee Ely at bely@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Volunteers still needed for Welcome Weekend

Wednesday, August 7th, 2024

It’s that time of year again! Welcome Weekend is our chance to welcome each and every new student as they step onto campus. We need your help for the big event on the weekend of Aug. 23!

With such a large incoming class, we need all hands on deck as we each do our part to make students and their guests experience the Be Known promise. And who better to do that than our own faculty and staff? Please complete this form to join our team and volunteer, and we will contact you with further instructions.

Questions? Contact Kara Holcombe at kholcombe@georgefox.edu.

Webinar covers how to understand credit and how to improve your scores

Wednesday, August 7th, 2024

What are credit scores and why do lenders look at them? In this upcoming Canopy webinar, scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14, you’ll learn what range of credit scores are needed for different loan programs, including low- and zero-down payment loans and down payment assistance programs.

Learn what it takes to have a good credit score, and get an overview of how to increase your score and remove incorrect items from your credit report.

‘After Identity Theft’ webinar offered Aug. 13 and Aug. 22

Wednesday, August 7th, 2024

If you’ve been a victim of identity theft or just want to stay prepared, attend this upcoming Canopy webinar. You’ll learn about the different types of identity theft as well as proven steps you can take to minimize its impact.

The session will be offered from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 13, and again from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22.

Celebrate the life of Gregg Lamm at service this Saturday

Wednesday, August 7th, 2024

The university community is invited to a celebration of life service for former campus pastor Gregg Lamm. It will take place at 2 p.m. this Saturday, Aug. 10, in Bauman Auditorium. Please join us if you are able.

Meet with our Nationwide retirement specialist on Newberg campus Aug. 22

Tuesday, August 6th, 2024

Phillip Carbajal, our Nationwide retirement specialist, will be on the Newberg campus for one-on-one meetings on Thursday, Aug. 22.

He is available from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. and from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Hoover 102. 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.com.

Check out current inventory on new surplus operations webpage

Sunday, August 4th, 2024

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new webpage for George Fox University surplus operations! Our program is dedicated to helping manage the university’s physical inventory, with a mission to efficiently facilitate the pick-up, processing, redistribution, and sale of surplus equipment.

At George Fox, we are committed to working closely with our community to remove surplus equipment from campus buildings, ensuring these items find new homes or recycling markets. This effort supports our role as environmental stewards and partners in sustainability.

Explore our new webpage by visiting the Plant Services website and selecting the Surplus tab at the top. Here, you can learn more about our operations and browse our current inventory, available for personal purchase or for department use at no cost to the department.

When requesting items for departmental use, please ensure that they have a designated location, as all items will be tracked in our inventory records. Additionally, some items may be considered outdated and might not be available for department reuse, as we work toward keeping our facilities modernized and aesthetically pleasing.

In the near future, we plan to have designated days for drop-ins, allowing you to visit us in person and see what we have available. These dates will be announced in The Daily Bruin as well as on our new webpage. Please avoid inquiring or visiting with the plant services office directly, as they no longer store our surplus inventory.

Join us in making a difference through responsible reuse and recycling!

Order your university swag by noon today

Sunday, August 4th, 2024

Today (Monday) at noon is the deadline to place your summer swag order. Email Brandy Donavant at bdonavant@georgefox.edu and she will respond with item details and ordering instructions.

This is a great opportunity for you to order your university swag needs at bulk pricing. This year’s options include a mug, beanie, blanket, hammock, Frisbee, socks, shirt, and two sticker options.

Consider volunteering as a Life Group leader this fall

Sunday, August 4th, 2024

The Office for Spiritual Life is looking for Life Group leaders for our fall 2024 Life Groups series (the weeks of Sept. 16 through Oct. 28). Life Groups are small groups of undergraduate students who meet together for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Groups meet weekly for 60 to 90 minutes.

This fall our groups will be either in person or completely via Zoom. Life Groups through the Office for Spiritual Life led by a George Fox staff or faculty member will be SpiL-credit eligible in order to encourage students to engage in high-quality spiritual formation experiences that are participatory and offer ongoing community.

To sign up, please fill out this form by Monday, Aug. 19.

Join tomorrow’s ‘Dear White Leader’ book talk with Joel Perez

Sunday, August 4th, 2024

Join your colleagues for an enlightening book talk on the recently published Dear White Leader by Joel Pérez. Joel will be on campus from 1 to 2 p.m. tomorrow (Tuesday) in Canyon Commons 103, where he will lead an overview of how we can pursue organizational excellence through cultural humility.

This discussion will provide insights into fostering inclusivity, self-awareness, and positive change at all levels of an organization through a shared commitment to cultural humility and inclusive leadership. Copies of Dear White Leader will be available for purchase.

Contact Jason Fileta, associate VP of inclusive excellence, for more information at jfileta@georgefox.edu.

Join free Providence Basecamp sessions on nutrition this month

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

Your nutrition and exercise go hand-in-hand when living a healthy lifestyle. Join Providence Basecamp this month as we discuss fueling your body through food to support your energy levels and exercise routines.

Join registered dietitian Jamie Libera from noon to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14, to learn how to tackle the popular question of when to increase food intake based on the type of exercise. Then, for the second part of this series, join a cooking class on Monday, Aug. 19, from noon to 1 p.m. to discover a delicious breakfast recipe.

Learn more and register here.

Free Providence webinar covers ‘Preparing my Child for School’ on Aug. 8

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

You are invited to join a free Providence webinar, “Preparing my Child for School,” presented by Lauren Stewart at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8. You can learn more and register here.

The workshop will identify tools such as visual supports and visual stories; identify home structure and scheduling; and promote strategies for success as your child starts the 2024-25 school year. The workshop will not be recorded.

Stewart received both her undergraduate and post-graduate degrees in child development with an emphasis in application theory. She has been in the education system for nine years as a behavior support specialist and Autism consultant in both California and Oregon.

Lauren’s professional mission is to continue uplifting and amplifying Autistic voices to strengthen community partnerships.