Anderson presents ‘Saint John’s Bible’ session today

Thursday, November 10th, 2016

Paul Anderson will conduct a turning of the page session today (Friday) on Volume 1 of The Saint John’s Bible (Pentateuch). Come and “see the Word” as the biblical message comes to life in this historic illuminated Bible.

The session runs from 4 to 4:30 p.m. in the MLRC.

Key Replacement Rate Change

Wednesday, November 9th, 2016

After more than 15 years, the rates for key replacements have changed. The new replacement rate for lost keys are:

  • $35 – change key
  • $75 – sub master key
  • $200 – grand master key

This is effective immediately and supersedes the rates that are listed on your key receipt.

Thank you!
– Plant Services

Spots open for PT’s healthy cooking class on Nov. 17

Wednesday, November 9th, 2016

The School of Physical Therapy has added a healthy cooking class demonstration that will coincide with its Health and Wellness Clinic on Thursday, Nov. 17, in the Roberts Center. There are two sessions – at 5:10 p.m. and 6:10 p.m. Each session will last 30 to 35 minutes.

Space is limited (only 10 per session). Please only sign up for one session on this Google Doc. If you have questions, please contact Jason Brumitt (jbrumitt@georgefox.edu).

Hear Anderson present on ‘Saint John’s Bible’ tomorrow

Wednesday, November 9th, 2016

Paul Anderson will conduct a turning of the page session tomorrow (Friday) on Volume 1 of The Saint John’s Bible (Pentateuch). Come and “see the Word” as the biblical message comes to life in this historic illuminated Bible.

The session runs from 4 to 4:30 p.m. in the MLRC.

Kenyan dinner benefits nursing’s trip to Africa

Tuesday, November 8th, 2016

The George Fox University School of Nursing is sending a group of students to Kenya! Come eat some authentic Kenyan food (catered by the lovely Grace Kuto) and learn about the trip! The dinner will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 19, at North Valley Friends Church (4020 N. College St.).

Grace is a member of Tigard Community Friends Church and the president/co-founder of the Harambee Centre in Chwele. She is a  native of Kenya whose village is near the clinics where we will serve. She will share some thoughts about the status of health care in rural Kenya.

The students will also share about what they will be doing in Kenya and what they are excited for. Each student is trying to earn $3,350 to pay for transportation and medical supplies.

Anyone who knows Grace can attest to her amazing cooking. Please RSVP at this Facebook page or by email to chwa14@georgefox.edu by Nov. 14 so we have a head count!

Be sure to R.S.V.P. for Sunday’s celebration reception

Tuesday, November 8th, 2016

As part of the university’s 125th anniversary celebration, Robin and Ruth Baker invite you to a celebration reception at 4:30 p.m. this Sunday, Nov. 13. An Organ Hymn Festival Concert in Bauman Auditorium follows at 6 p.m. featuring Dan Miller, an internationally renowned organist and product manager at Rodgers Instruments Corporation.

The reception will include heavy hors d’oeuvres and be held in Room 101 of Canyon Commons. Come learn more about George Fox history and its future. Please R.S.V.P. to Missy Terry at terrym@georgefox.edu.

If you plan to attend the organ concert, it is a benefit concert and tickets are required. Tickets are $5 for general admission, with all proceeds going to the Auxiliary Endowed Scholarship for George Fox students. You may purchase tickets at georgefox.edu/concerts or at the door.

Call for name tag orders

Tuesday, November 8th, 2016

Marketing communications is collecting orders for name tags. For those who have regular face-to-face contact with the public and need to order a name tag, you may submit your request at this link.

Be sure to provide the name of the person for whom the name tag is needed; title or department (optional); and the chart of accounts budget to be charged. The next order will be placed on Thursday, Nov. 16.

Questions? Contact Danette Newkirk at dnewkirk@georgefox.edu.

Clarification on role of employees in regard to Title IX

Tuesday, November 8th, 2016

There have been some questions about which employees are considered “responsible employees” or “mandatory reporters” with regard to sexual misconduct under Title IX. Please refer to the materials in the orange folder that you should have received at the beginning of the year.

In that packet is a sheet titled “Employee Responsibilities Regarding Sexual Misconduct Response.” The first paragraph notes that “All staff and faculty are required to promptly report to the Title IX Coordinator (or Deputy Coordinators) information they have about possible sexual harassment or sexual misconduct at George Fox University, including but not limited to sexual assault, domestic or dating violence, and stalking. The only exception for mandatory reporting is the Spiritual Life Office and the Health & Counseling Center.”

Please contact the Title IX Coordinator (Brad Lau) or Deputy Coordinators (Lisa Burton, Elise Trask, Laura Hartley, Rebecca Hernandez, Jen Macnab or Mark Pothoff) if you have questions.

Haven and active shooter training need to be completed by Friday

Tuesday, November 8th, 2016

Human Resources sent all George Fox employees an email (to George Fox University email accounts) on Oct. 11. Included were links and instructions for completing the newly required Haven and active shooter courses.

If you have not received or can no longer locate the email, please email Darby Thiessen at dthiessen@georgefox.edu to request that it be resent. There are three courses that need to be completed by Friday, Nov. 11.

Veterans invited to special reception today at Portland Center

Tuesday, November 8th, 2016

Current and prior military service members are invited to an open house reception at the Portland Center (Room 155A) today (Wednesday) from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

George Fox students, faculty and staff who are veterans are encouraged to drop in as you are able and meet other veterans, eat pizza, and learn more about supporting each other.

Contact Jack Lyda (lydaj@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Call for business card orders

Monday, November 7th, 2016

Now is the time to submit your request for business cards. Marketing communications will be processing a business card order soon. Place your order directly with B&B Print Source before Monday, Nov. 14.

Questions? Contact Danette Newkirk at dnewkirk@georgefox.edu.

University Christmas cards are available to order

Monday, November 7th, 2016

The Office of Marketing Communications is now accepting orders for university Christmas cards. You can see this year’s card here.

Please submit your request at this link by Tuesday, Nov. 15. The cost will range between 50 and 75 cents per card.

Contact Danette Newkirk at dnewkirk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Inbox by Gmail now available

Monday, November 7th, 2016

You now have two options for managing your email on the web. In addition to Gmail, Inbox by Gmail is now available for your George Fox email. Gmail is not going away and you can continue to use it.

Inbox by Gmail is accessed at this web address. When logging in the first time, you will be presented with an overview. An app is available for mobile devices on iTunes and Google Play.

You can see the full announcement on our Techtips blog. Also, see the guide Get Started with Inbox.

Questions? Contact IT at servicedesk@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2569.

Employees invited to Christmas Concert, Bakers’ open house Dec. 11

Sunday, November 6th, 2016

Robin and Ruth Baker cordially invite employees to celebrate together the great mystery of Christ the Lord at the Christmas Concert on Sunday, Dec. 11, at 2:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

Employees are entitled to four complimentary tickets for Sunday’s matinee or a single ticket for any of the other performances (on Dec. 9 or 10). Following the concert on Sunday, employees are invited to a Christmas open house at the president’s home from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 402 S. College St., in Newberg.

You can select your concert tickets online at this link (be sure to select “GFU Employee” in the drop-down menu on the page that pops up after making your seat selection). If selecting your complimentary seats for Sunday, you may disregard the note that states employees are only entitled to one ticket per event; however, you must still select “Okay, I will bring my ID to the door” in the drop-down menu.

Questions? Contact Missy Terry at terrym@georgefox.edu.

Be sure to R.S.V.P. for celebration reception on Nov. 13

Sunday, November 6th, 2016

As part of the university’s 125th anniversary celebration, Robin and Ruth Baker invite you to a celebration reception at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 13. An Organ Hymn Festival Concert in Bauman Auditorium follows at 6 p.m. featuring Dan Miller, an internationally renowned organist and product manager at Rodgers Instruments Corporation.

The reception will include heavy hors d’oeuvres and be held in Room 101 of Canyon Commons. Come learn more about George Fox history and its future. Please R.S.V.P. to Missy Terry at terrym@georgefox.edu.

If you plan to attend the organ concert, it is a benefit concert and tickets are required. Tickets are $5 for general admission, with all proceeds going to the Auxiliary Endowed Scholarship for George Fox students. You may purchase tickets at georgefox.edu/concerts or at the door.

Free Health and Wellness Screening Clinic for faculty and staff

Sunday, November 6th, 2016

The School of Physical Therapy will be offering its inaugural Health and Wellness Screening Clinic on Thursday, Nov. 17, from 2 to 7 p.m. in the Roberts Center, Room 202. This screening clinic utilizes innovative technology to assess one’s current state of health. Screenings are free and take about 30 minutes to complete. Click here to sign up for a screening.

Direct questions to Jason Brumitt (jbrumitt@georgefox.edu).

Veterans: Plan to attend special reception Wednesday at Portland Center

Sunday, November 6th, 2016

Current and prior military service members are invited to an open house reception at the Portland Center (Room 155A) on Wednesday, Nov. 9, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

George Fox students, faculty and staff who are veterans are encouraged to drop in as you are able and meet other veterans, eat pizza, and learn more about supporting each other.

Contact Jack Lyda (lydaj@georgefox.edu) for more information.

Tuition remission applications due this week

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016

The deadline for tuition remission applications is tomorrow (Friday, Nov. 4).

We are using a Google Doc form. Click here to access the Tuition Remission Google Doc. Paper forms are available upon request from HR. In order to utilize the electronic request form, you must be logged into your George Fox email account.

Information and Resources

Make plans to attend Christmas Concert, Bakers’ open house Dec. 11

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016

Robin and Ruth Baker cordially invite employees to celebrate together the great mystery of Christ the Lord at the Christmas Concert on Sunday, Dec. 11, at 2:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

Employees are entitled to four complimentary tickets for Sunday’s matinee or a single ticket for any of the other performances (on Dec. 9 or 10). Following the concert on Sunday, employees are invited to a Christmas open house at the president’s home from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 402 S. College St., in Newberg.

You can select your concert tickets online at this link (if selecting seats for Sunday, disregard the drop-down notice that states employees are only entitled to one ticket per event).

Questions? Contact Missy Terry at terrym@georgefox.edu.

All invited to attend nursing’s Health Fair on Nov. 11

Wednesday, November 2nd, 2016

The School of Nursing is excited to announce our upcoming Health Fair! We will be in the EHS (Ron Gregory) Atrium from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11.

Come see what our nursing students have been learning in their Health Promotion class. Participate in their interactive displays and earn tickets for our great raffle prizes!

Everyone who comes will receive a gift from our generous sponsors: Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods, The Moore Institute for Nutrition and Wellness Grant, and the Hazelnut Marketing Board.

Come and learn how to “Be Happy and Be Healthy.” Questions? Contact Caroline Wildhaber (cwildhaber@georgefox.edu).