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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.

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.

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.

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.

Doctor of Physical Therapy students are conducting a study, “A Biomechanical Analysis of the Floor Transfer in Community-Dwelling Older Adults,” overseen by principal investigators Lyndsay Stutzenberger and Tyler Whited. We are interested in how older adults get up from the floor.

To participate in our study, you must

• Be 50-80 years of age
• Live independently or in an assisted living facility
• Be able to walk independently at least 15 feet with or without an assistive device
• Take a cognitive test
• Be willing to attempt to get up from a chair and from the floor

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 in this study and meet the above criteria, you would come to the Medical Sciences Building on Werth Boulevard, where we would 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’ll be asked to participate in one testing session that takes up to approximately one hour. During testing sessions you will fill out questionnaires and be asked to attempt to stand up from a chair without using your arms and get up from the floor. You will not be paid for being in this study or reimbursed for any costs associated with traveling to/from the George Fox University 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 you’re still interested in participating, the next step is for us to schedule an appointment for testing. Please call 503-554-2463 or email Lyndsay Stutzenberger at lstutzenberger@georgefox.edu.

Tickets are now available for the performing arts department’s fall production of The Hiding Place, scheduled for eight performances in Wood-Mar Auditorium this week and next.

Dates for the shows are as follows:

• Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 17-19, 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday, Oct. 20, 2 p.m.
• Thursday-Friday, Oct. 24-25, 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27, 2 p.m.

For a synopsis of the play, visit the theatre website. Students and staff are entitled to claim one free ticket for themselves by visiting georgefox.edu/box-office. Additional tickets may be purchased on the site. Free student tickets are available for Thursday shows only.

When selecting your complimentary tickets, please do so using your own George Fox email address, and please note that each person is instructed to claim only their own ticket.

If you have any questions, contact Kathy Harris at kharris@georgefox.edu.

The George Fox Library invites faculty to join the librarians for a brown-bag conversation about AI tools in library platforms tomorrow (Tuesday) at noon in Hoover 250.

We will share about four platforms in our library that either already have an AI integration or are expected to launch one soon, and then open the floor to have a conversation about how we as a campus want to talk about these tools as part of an efficient, wise, and ethical research methodology.

If you have questions, email Kate Wimer at kwimer@georgefox.edu.

We know you’ve heard about Taylor Swift, but have you ever heard about how her music interacts with  literature? Or how her pop culture world intersects with political, religious and cultural academia?

Students and faculty here at George Fox have had these same questions, and so we’re dedicating two days this October to host a conference on all things Taylor Swift.

Register now for the “Taylor Swift: The Voice of an Age” conference Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25-26. Join faculty and students as they lecture and present papers on how Swift’s voice breaches both the popular and professional academic realms.

Registration is available now for only $5! Buy a ticket, tell a “Swiftie” and spread the word! The deadline for registration is Friday, Oct. 18.

If you have any questions, please reach out to gfu-english@georgefox.edu. We can’t wait to see you there!

We invite you to participate in The Great Oregon ShakeOut, an annual event that gives everyone the opportunity to practice how to be safe during an earthquake. On Thursday, Oct. 17, George Fox will take a few minutes to participate in the largest-ever earthquake drill at 10:17 a.m.

We are asking participants to drop, cover, and hold on. During the days leading up to the event, we will be sharing additional information and resources on what to do during an earthquake.

Thank you all for your incredible participation in the Miles for Meals challenge! Your dedication to logging your activities and your generous donations make a real difference in supporting the Bruin Pantry.

If you haven’t marked your donations as part of the Miles for Meals challenge yet, please do so! This helps us track our collective impact. If you’ve already donated but didn’t indicate it was for the event, don’t hesitate to reach out to Jere Witherspoon at 503-554-2316 or jwithers@georgefox.edu.

For those experiencing delays with device syncing, please remember not to enter steps manually to avoid duplicate activity tracking. If you encounter any technical issues, reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu for assistance.

Together, we’re making strides not only in our wellness goals but also in supporting our community. Keep up the fantastic work – every step counts, and your efforts are truly inspiring! Let’s keep pushing forward and showing what we can achieve together!

Richter Scholars proposals will be due Monday, Jan. 27, 2025. The Richter Scholars program distributes funds to support student research activities that are devised, initiated and carried out by individual student researchers, with mentorship, guidance and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.

The purpose of these funds is to support educational research opportunities that encourage the practices of independent thought, leading to independent achievement and personal responsibility. For the purpose of this program, research is defined as a knowledge-generating activity that is designed to provide new information on a topic, tool or process, and that proceeds according to established and accepted research methods.

Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria at georgefox.edu/academics/richter.

All submissions will be electronic through Smartsheet, due Monday, Jan. 27, 2025. The Smartsheet link can be found on the website and will be activated when the spring semester begins.

For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.

All Champion-brand clothing will be on sale today (Thursday) through Tuesday, Oct. 15, at the Bruin Bookstore. Get your Champion items for 20% off in store and online!

Thomas Paulson, a former vice president of ConocoPhillips, will address the leadership practices that guide his work and how his Christian faith shapes his leadership approach. His talk is scheduled for tonight (Wednesday) at 7 p.m. in Canyon Commons.

Paulson graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in civil engineering. He retired in 2008 as vice president of Canadian capital projects for ConocoPhillips, where he had executive responsibility for the planning and execution phases for major projects in Canada.

In his 33-year career with ConocoPhillips, Paulson worked in refining, chemicals, exploration and production at multiple U.S. and international locations in project management. He currently serves on the Kansas State University College of Engineering Dean’s Advisory Council and the George Fox Industrial Advisory Board.

If you have questions, contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu.

Please be aware that the university has extended the class withdrawal deadline for the benefit of our students. The new deadline is the Sunday before the last week of class.

For full semester classes this is the end of week 15 rather than week 10. For this fall semester the deadline is Sunday, Dec. 8. For classes that meet in shorter sessions within the semester you can find their specific withdrawal deadlines listed in the class details on class.georgefox.edu.

The George Fox Library invites faculty to join the librarians for a brown-bag conversation about AI tools in library platforms at noon on Tuesday, Oct. 15, in Hoover 250.

We will share about four platforms in our library that either already have an AI integration or are expected to launch one soon, and then open the floor to have a conversation about how we as a campus want to talk about these tools as part of an efficient, wise, and ethical research methodology.

If you have questions, email Kate Wimer at kwimer@georgefox.edu.