The Daily Bruin

All employees are invited to secure a free, personalized and confidential retirement consultation with our dedicated Nationwide specialist, Phillip Carbajal, who will be on the Newberg campus on Wednesday, Dec. 3.

Appointments are available from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Klages 231. This is your opportunity to receive expert advice on your financial standing, maximize your savings, and develop long-term retirement strategies.

Please use this link to view his consultations schedule and to book your one-on-one session.

Would you like to sell your art at the Christmas Extravaganza Holiday Hangout on Thursday, Dec. 4? It only costs $10 to rent a table to sell your art to students, staff and the local community.

This year, Holiday Hangout is combining with the Christmas Extravaganza, which will feature a tree-lighting ceremony, carriage rides and lots of other fun activities. The art market will take place in Klages with tables for students and staff to sell their work. This event is attended by students, staff and Newberg locals, so all tables will receive lots of traffic.

Fill out this form to rent a table.

Join us today (Tuesday) at 4:30 p.m. in Hoover 102 for the faculty teaching and learning workshop, “Offering Meaningful Feedback Without Losing Your Soul.”

As the semester’s end draws nearer, we may feel overwhelmed by the daunting task of providing meaningful feedback on our students’ work. In this participatory teaching-learning workshop, longtime Professor of English Melanie Springer Mock will share best practices for offering feedback that encourages student learning and reinforces course outcomes.

We will also explore ways our feedback can support the university’s mission, including the Be Known promise.

Popcorn, coffee, tea and hot apple cider will be served! RSVP here.

Shop at the Bruin Bookstore between now and Sunday, Nov. 16, to get 20% off all diploma frames. The deal is good both online and in the store. In-store pick-up is available.

Help spread health and wellness across the globe by supporting students and faculty from the university’s School of Physical Therapy as we travel to Uganda, Africa, this May.

We will be partnering with local leaders and advocacy groups to provide training, education and instruction in the treatment and management of children/people in need of physical therapy, working with patients in rural communities.

So, grab your friends and sign up for the 2025 Christmas Jingle 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 9 a.m.! The run will be around the George Fox campus, starting in Stoffer Stadium. Come join us dressed in your holiday cheer!

The cost is $20 for students, $30 for community members, and $10 for children under age 10. This includes a free T-shirt if you sign up by Thursday, Nov. 20. Sign up at this link. All proceeds will go toward our trip.

Questions? Contact Carleigh DeLapp at cdelapp20@georgefox.edu.

George Fox is dedicated to supporting and honoring the men and women who have served our country. Our community is rich with military experience, including over 125 student veterans, seven veteran faculty members, and over 100 students whose families have sacrificed greatly.

Our veterans represent all branches, ranging in background from a retired U.S. Army colonel to a U.S. Marine Corps lance corporal. We recognize the heavy, real-life costs of their commitment – the missed life events, the physical and mental burdens and the strain on families and marriages. These stories are deeply personal.

In the spirit of our Be Known promise, we encourage everyone to approach our veterans today (Veterans Day) with an attitude of humility and trust. Avoid assumptions about their experiences. Instead, ask respectful questions and be known as someone who recognizes and values the sacrifice they and their loved ones have made.

The university’s annual Christmas Concert ticket sales begin today (Monday) at 9 a.m. This favorite holiday event sells out quickly, so get your tickets early! The concert dates are Dec. 5-7. More details are available here.

Employees receive two complimentary tickets toward any concert, and both employees and students are invited to attend the final dress rehearsal on Thursday, Dec. 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium for free! Be sure to arrive early, as seating is not reserved.

We look forward to celebrating the season with you!

Contact Jenn Buyagawan at jbuyagawan@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Share the joy and beauty of Christmas with our 2025 George Fox Christmas cards, featuring this year’s special chapel and tree design. Check out the card design here and the envelope here.

Cards cost $1.16 each (envelopes included) and will be ready for pick-up as orders are placed. We have a limited quantity of 475 at this cost; additional orders can be placed for an extra cost if needed.

To place an order for your department, please email Brandy Donavant at bdonavant@georgefox.edu with the following information:

• Desired quantity
• Name of the person authorizing the IDC
• Full accounting string (account–fund–department–program–operating unit)

May this Christmas season fill your heart with peace, joy and gratitude.

George Fox business communication students are partnering with the Susan G. Komen Foundation to raise $500 in support of early detection, screenings and research to fight breast cancer. We’re also gathering information on how aware students are about the disease and its impact on families.

You can support the cause by taking our survey or donating here. Your voice and generosity can make a real difference! Together, let’s increase awareness and support those affected by breast cancer.

Register now for “Beneath the Bonnet: The Secret World of Jane Austen,” hosted by the Department of English and Languages Nov. 14-15.

This two-day event will feature:

• Panel sessions featuring students, faculty and independent scholars
• The “Austentatious” Ball: Come learn English country dancing!
• Keynote presentations by professor Alex Chung and Natalie Green
• Austen in the Making: One-act scenes directed by Joe Thouvenel

Register by midnight on Wednesday, Nov. 12. You can view the full schedule and details here.

Looking for a part-time job? The hospitality specialist position at the Portland Center provides an on-site presence during daytime hours by serving in these ways:

• Welcoming guests, vendors, students and employees
• Fielding questions
• Resolving or reporting building issues
• Monitoring doors during locked hours
• Assisting event planners with room set-ups
• Maintaining steady communication with the Newberg campus

This position reports to Event Services, which is based in Newberg. The position will pay $16.95 per hour; graduate students can work up to 28 hours per week. Send your resume to Alan Ghossein at aghossein@georgefox.edu if you’re interested.

Open Enrollment is here, so it’s the perfect time to make sure your health plan truly supports you and your family. To help you choose with confidence, we’re pleased to continue offering one-on-one virtual consultations with dedicated Providence Health Plan representatives.

This is your chance to get expert advice tailored to your needs. A 30-minute chat can bring peace of mind and help you get the most value from your coverage. Click here to book your private consultation.

Do you have stress, aches, pains, or just want to feel relaxed? Come by to get a massage from a doctor of physical therapy student and receive free stress management advice!

Our mission is to improve our community’s health by offering discounted massages ($25) to students, employees and community members. We are offering 25-minute massages on Friday, Nov. 14, from 1 to 5 p.m. in the new Medical Sciences Building located at 448 Werth Blvd., in Newberg.

All proceeds will help fund a medical service trip to Uganda. Donations are also welcome; there will be a tip jar on site! Register here.

Questions? Contact Maya Eathorne at meathorne24@georgefox.edu or Allison Brist at abrist20@georgefox.edu.

Providence Health Plan continues to offer free Medicare 101 educational sessions covering the different parts of Medicare (the A, B, C and Ds), the key differences between Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Supplement, and when you should enroll for Original Medicare.

You can register for the next webinar, scheduled at 5 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 10, here. The webinar offers a no-pressure, sales-free environment. You are welcome to invite your spouse, parents or any family members who could benefit.

Have a question about Providence Medicare options? Contact our new Providence Medicare expert Hilary Starnes at hilary.starnes@providence.org or 541-554-2348.

Do you have endometriosis and/or adenomyosis or know someone who does? Please participate in Doctor of Physical Therapy research by completing a one-time, 10- to 15-minute survey.

Please contact principal investigator Tess Swake at tswake@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2454 with any questions. Thank you for your time!

Get ready for some fun and excitement with your loved ones in the Hadlock Student Center on Saturday, Nov. 15! Enjoy a variety of activities and games available from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.:

• Bouldering at the rock climbing wall
• Top-roping at the rock climbing wall (belayers provided)
• Volleyball
• Floor hockey
• Pickleball
• Basketball
• Prizes and giveaways!

Family members and kids of all ages are welcome as long as the related employee is present. Please note that waivers are required for family members, so be sure to check the age-specific guidelines. Complete a guest waiver here.

If you have any questions, email Joe Thouvenel at jthouvenel@georgefox.edu.

We are in need of several volunteers to serve as ushers at Midyear Commencement on Saturday, Dec. 13. We will hold two separate ceremonies (undergraduate at 11 a.m. and graduate at 3 p.m.) in Bauman Auditorium. Come help us greet our guests, hand out programs, direct graduates’ families and friends to their seats, and make graduation a special event for everyone!

If interested, check out our Commencement Compensation Guidelines. If you sign up for both ceremonies, lunch will be provided too! Please sign up here to serve our grads and their families on this memorable day!

Contact Laurie Fair at aao@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

There is an Open Enrollment and Benefits Support event scheduled for Monday, Nov. 10, from 9 a.m. to noon in room 255 of the Portland Center. This event is designed to provide you with all the resources and support you need to make informed benefit choices for the upcoming year.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Personalized assistance: Benefits experts from the Office of People and Culture will be available to answer your questions, guide you through benefit options, and offer tips for making the best selections for your needs.
• Hands-on help: Bring your laptop if you’d like assistance with the online enrollment process! Our team will be ready to walk you through any steps you may need help with.

Stop by to ask questions and gain clarity on your benefits in a relaxed, friendly setting.

Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu

Join us for a 5K on Saturday, Nov. 15, at 9 a.m. to raise funds for the Newberg Animal Shelter. All proceeds will go toward purchasing an industrial washer and dryer. The shelter does 10 to 12 loads of laundry every day and currently has only one set.

The shelter has found homes for more than 710 animals so far this year. Your participation helps keep the shelter running smoothly so they can continue their great work!

The run will start and end in the quad. Check-in is at 8 a.m., followed by the race at 9 a.m.

If you want to help this cause by running, walking or donating, register here.

Have you ever wanted to see what Student Activities is up to? If so, sign up to be a chaperone at the Evergreen Space Museum for our Winter Formal dance on Saturday, Nov. 22. If you are interested, please complete this form.

If you have any questions, please contact Kara Holcombe at kholcombe@georgefox.edu.