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As part of our commitment to health and wellness, we invite you and your family to participate in the FIT Project, a free family lifestyle training program provided by Providence Basecamp. This program is designed to help families create lasting healthy habits through a community approach to wellness, fitness and nutrition education.

Open to all families with children ages 5 to 18, the FIT Project provides expert guidance and support to help you build a sustainable health and wellness plan that fits your family’s unique needs. This self-led program allows you to incorporate wellness into your schedule at your own pace while receiving tools and resources from a dedicated team, including a certified wellness coach, personal trainer, registered dietitian and physician medical director.

Take advantage of this free opportunity to prioritize your family’s health and well-being. Join today and take the first step toward a healthier future together! Learn more and register here.

Eating well doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor. It’s about discovering the joy of nourishing your body with wholesome, delicious foods that fuel your day and support your well-being.

Whether you’re looking for vibrant salads, hearty soups or satisfying snacks, every meal is an opportunity to care for yourself and those around you.

As part of our ongoing nutrition campaign, we’re excited to share these healthy and delicious recipes provided by Providence Basecamp. These recipes will make nutritious eating easy, enjoyable and full of flavor. Let’s embrace the journey of cooking with fresh, nourishing ingredients and savor the goodness in every bite!

We also invite you to take just five minutes to watch this quick and delicious cooking demonstration! Learn how to make a high-protein egg salad—a simple, flavorful, and nutritious meal that’s perfect for fueling your day. Watch the video here!

Dan Kang and the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement Committee invite you to join them for the Spring Faculty Lecture tonight (Tuesday) at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105.

Ekaterina Lomperis, the Richard B. Parker Associate Professor of Theology and Wesleyan Thought and winner of the 2023-24 Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Research and Scholarship, is our featured faculty speaker. Lomperis will speak about “Spiritual Reformations of Medicine: Early Modern Beginnings and Contemporary Possibilities.”

University members and the surrounding community are invited. Please join us as we hear Lomperis share her research on the transformations of religious perspectives on medicine and healing during an era of reform, with a particular focus on Martin Luther’s thought.

We hope you are able to support Lomperis by attending in person. Refreshments will be provided. If you are unable to attend, the event will be live-streamed at this link.

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey at Portland Seminary? Our doctoral programs empower you to make a meaningful impact, combining academic excellence with spiritual depth. Choose from these options:

• Doctor of Leadership (DLd) in Global Perspectives: Engage with and implement leadership principles through a theologically informed, multi-disciplinary lens. Gain the skills and insights needed to address contextual challenges informed by global shared realities. This program requires a relevant master’s degree (MBA, MSW, MEd, MAT, MDiv, etc.).
• Doctor of Ministry (DMin) in Leadership and Spiritual Formation: Focus on your spiritual growth and gain a refreshed relationship with Christ while learning to lead authentically and inspire change in complex and diverse systems. Requires a ministry-related master’s degree.

It’s not just about the curriculum – it’s about the community. At Portland Seminary, you’ll join a supportive cohort guided by experienced mentors and dedicated faculty. Together, you’ll grow, learn and inspire.

Explore how our programs can equip you for transformative leadership. Learn more today!

Dan Kang and the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement Committee invite you to join them for the spring Faculty Lecture tomorrow (Tuesday) at 6 p.m. in Hoover 105.

Ekaterina Lomperis, PhD, the Richard B. Parker Associate Professor of Theology and Wesleyan Thought and winner of the 2023-24 Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Research and Scholarship, is our featured faculty speaker. Ekaterina will speak about “Spiritual Reformations of Medicine: Early Modern Beginnings and Contemporary Possibilities.”

University members and the surrounding community are invited. Please join us as we hear Dr. Lomperis share her research on the transformations of religious perspectives on medicine and healing during an era of reform, with a particular focus on Martin Luther’s thought.

We hope you are able to support Ekaterina by attending in person. Refreshments will be provided. If you are unable to attend, the event will be live-streamed at this link.

Providence Basecamp is offering a free monthly nutrition series to help you learn, see and do more for your health. Each month, registered dietitians and a professional chef guide you through a nutrition-focused program that includes expert education, live cooking demonstrations and delicious recipes.

With just one registration, you’ll gain access to three great resources: a live nutrition talk, a cooking class, and digital recipes to try at home. Whether you want to improve your meals or simply be inspired, this free series is for you.

Sign up today and take the next step toward better health!

We know that small steps can lead to big changes, and we would love to hear how our wellness programs have supported you along the way. Whether you joined Miles for Meals, Steps into 2024, the Health Assessment, RetireU Challenge, Hygge Challenge, Peace in Motion, or Steps for Peace, your experience can help inspire and improve future wellness initiatives.

Take this short survey between March 10 and 12 to share how these programs have supported your well-being.

As a thank-you, you’ll be entered into a raffle for a $15 gift card to your favorite coffee spot – because every journey deserves a little extra fuel!

Reach out to Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

All Stanley tumblers (24 oz., 30 oz., 40 oz.) are 25% off March 10-17 at the Bruin Bookstore. In-store only.

A well-balanced diet rich in nutrients does more than fuel you throughout the day. The foods you consume affect how well you think and resist disease.

To rev up your brain power and your immune system, take a look at the online resources below. Your body and mind will thank you for it.

• Stock your kitchen wisely and make these brain- and immunity-boosting foods part of your daily routine. Once you establish healthy eating habits, you’ll never go back.
• An adequate intake of nutrients helps cells perform their best – and that includes the cells that make up our immune system. Be sure to fill your fridge with these eight foods to support a strong immune system.

The Wellness Committee also invites you to check out this healthy eating pyramid from Harvard University. Use it as the basis for a grocery list every time you go shopping.

If your commute to our Portland or Newberg campus involves driving through Sherwood, be advised Highway 99W will be closed this weekend from 9 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday, March 7-10, in the middle of Sherwood.

Travelers in both directions of 99W will be detoured between Edy and Elwert roads and should expect long delays and traffic backups. Vehicles will be detoured onto smaller roads west of 99W.

The closure is to allow for work on a 900-foot bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the busy highway just north of the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Elwert Road.

Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour this Sunday, March 9, for Daylight Savings. To stay safe, get plenty of rest and check out these safety tips provide by the George Fox Safety Committee. Let’s work together to ensure a safe transition.

Democracy on your mind? Come listen to Dr. Bert Emerson, associate professor of English and honors program director at Whitworth University, lecture about what American literature might teach us about democracy today. The lecture, given in EHS 102 at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12, will be based on his recent book, American Literary Misfits.

Additionally, join a discussion of American Literary Misfits at 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, March 13 (location TBA), with George Fox faculty members Harrison Dietzman, Ed Song, and Rachel Winslow, who will be giving short responses to the book followed by a response from Emerson. Open discussion to follow.

Contact Jay Miller at jaym@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Dan Kang and the Faculty Scholarship and Achievement Committee invite you to join them for the Spring Faculty Lecture at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, in Hoover 105.

Ekaterina Lomperis, PhD, the Richard B. Parker Associate Professor of Theology and Wesleyan Thought and winner of the 2023-24 Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Research and Scholarship, is our featured faculty speaker. Ekaterina will speak about “Spiritual Reformations of Medicine: Early Modern Beginnings and Contemporary Possibilities.”

University members and the surrounding community are invited. Please join us as we hear Dr. Lomperis share her research on the transformations of religious perspectives on medicine and healing during an era of reform, with a particular focus on Martin Luther’s thought.

We hope you are able to support Ekaterina by attending in person. Refreshments will be provided. If you are unable to attend, the event will be live-streamed at this link.

Good vision is essential for overall well-being, supporting cognitive function, mental clarity and even physical comfort. Clear eyesight helps reduce strain, improve focus, and maintain good posture, preventing headaches and muscle tension. It also keeps the brain engaged, strengthening neural connections and promoting long-term cognitive health.

By taking care of your eyes, you’re not just protecting your sight – you’re investing in your overall health and well-being. Providence Health Plan created a flier to help guide you to better eye health. Check it out here.

Join registered dietitian Kayla and chef Tim for a live class for cooking heart-healthy roasted chicken. This is a virtual event hosted on Monday, March 17, from noon to 1 p.m., provided by Providence Basecamp. Click here to register.

Join registered dietitian Jamie for a virtual conversation on Wednesday, March 12, from noon to 1 p.m. This month’s topic is focused on helping you learn the basics of nutrition in “Nutrition 101: Recommended Daily Values and Food Labels.” Register here.

This is a quick reminder to sign up for the weekly BruinBuy training sessions! This is a great opportunity to get familiar with the platform, ask questions, and ensure a smooth purchasing experience.

We will meet via Zoom for these sessions. Click here to sign up.

Contact Frank Charles at fcharles@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Is there someone at George Fox who has made a difference in your college experience? Someone who ignited a spark that made you want to learn more than you thought you could, someone who walked alongside you during a difficult season, someone who has been a mentor? Take a moment to write an email, e-card, or traditional “thank you” card to that professor, RA, tutor, supervisor, or other influential person. Try to be specific as you describe how this person has contributed to your life. Students in Newberg can stop by the ARC to pick up a blank card.

DPT students are conducting a research study on how people 50 years and older get up from the floor, called, “A Biomechanical Analysis of the Floor Transfer in Community-Dwelling Older Adults”.

These are the requirements to participate in our study:

• 50-plus years of age
• Lives independently or in an assisted living facility
• Able to walk independently at least 15 feet with or without an assistive device
• Willing to take a cognitive test
• Willing to attempt to get up from a chair and from the floor
• Does not have a diagnosis of a neurological condition or a current illness or health issue that would make performing study activities unsafe.

If you choose to participate and meet the above criteria, you’ll come to the university’s Medical Sciences Building on Werth Boulevard, where we will 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 are eligible, you will continue the single testing session that will last approximately one hour. You will fill out questionnaires and be asked 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 travel costs.

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 interested in participating, the next step is to schedule an appointment for testing. To do so, please call 503-554-2463 or email Lyndsay Stutzenberger at lstutzenberger@georgefox.edu.

Today is the last day for 20% off Champion-brand clothing at the Bruin Bookstore (in-store and online), including hoodies, T-shirts, sweatpants and crewnecks.