The Daily Bruin

This is your last chance to catch the fall production, Havurah! Shows play tomorrow and again on Sunday in Wood-Mar Auditorium.

And, good news: George Fox students are invited to attend either showing of the play for free! Reserve seats for the 2 p.m. or 7 p.m. show tomorrow (Saturday) or the 2 p.m. show on Sunday using your George Fox email.

To learn more about the play, visit the theatre’s Current Season page.

It’s hard to believe that October and the Miles for Meals challenge are almost over! Great job, everyone, moving and pushing yourselves out of your comfort zones to be well.

Also, nice job of raising an amazing total of $1,420 for the Bruin Community Pantry. Thank you all for your generosity! Let’s see if we can give the donating and fundraising one more push before the end of this week!

We are happy to announce the winner of this week’s raffle is Rachel Brumfield. Congratulations, Rachel, you have won a $100 Fred Meyer gift card!

And now, let’s get ready for our grand prizes! As a reminder, we will be awarding winners in the following categories:

• Best team name
• Best team action photo (submit your photos to us at bewell@georgefox.edu by Nov. 6)
• Most improved from last year
• Individual with most miles
• Team with most miles (most average miles count)

The final results will be announced the week of Nov. 17. We ‘re so excited for all of you to finish this challenge well. Keep moving, Bruins!

Questions? Email us at bewell@georgefox.edu

– The Wellness Committee

With flu season here, it’s important to keep yourself healthy. While you can’t always avoid it, there are some great ways to lower the risk of catching the flu. Check out these tips:

• Get a flu shot: Protect yourself and those around you by getting vaccinated. It’s recommended that most individuals aged six months and older receive the flu vaccine each year.
• Cover your cough: Next time you feel a sneeze or cough coming on, grab a tissue or the inside of your elbow to cover your mouth and nose.
• Wash your hands and disinfect: Regular hand-washing with soap and warm water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer is key.
• Practice good hygiene: Keep frequently touched surfaces like countertops, handrails and doorknobs clean and shining like new.

Where can you receive a flu shot? Flu vaccines are covered for Providence Health Plan members. Here’s how to find a participating pharmacy:

1. Visit your online myProvidence member portal to find participating pharmacies.
2. You can also go to the online provider directory and search by your member ID or provider network. Choose “Find a Service or Place” and click “Pharmacies.” Select “Find a Pharmacy,” enter your ZIP Code and select the type of pharmacy you are looking for. Look for a pharmacy that offers “Vaccination Services” in your network.
3. You may also call the number listed on your Providence Health Plan member ID card for help in finding a participating pharmacy that can provide vaccinations near you.

Free flu and Covid-19 shots will be available at the Health and Wellness Fair on Wednesday, Nov. 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Canyon Commons. Bring your insurance card.

There are still spots available for virtual one-on-one consultations with Providence Health Plan representatives. Do you have any questions about your vision or massage therapy plan? Do you need assistance with a claim? Are you curious about your Providence membership perks? Are you having issues accessing or finding care?

These experienced representatives are here to support you. Take advantage of it!

Ready to buy your first home? Your Employee Assistance Program, Canopy, will cover everything in an upcoming webinar, from the pros and cons of homeownership, the buying process, and how to prepare financially.

Join us for “Homebuying 101: Your Complete Guide to Owning a Home” on Tuesday, Nov. 18, between 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. Register here.

Please join the Department of Social Work for a Fall Diversity Dialogue, featuring Carlos Rodriguez, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13, in Hoover 103.

Carlos will share about the Happy NPO initiatives to care for the aging population of Puerto Rico. This population faces high levels of poverty, food insecurity and loneliness.

Carlos and his team have developed innovative approaches to respond to these ever-increasing needs that have been exacerbated by natural disasters and cuts to social programs.

Feel free to contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu for more information. See you there!

The Bruin Bookstore is hosting a staff and faculty appreciation event today (Wednesday). Get 25% off George Fox-branded drinkware and a free George Fox-branded gift with a $75-plus purchase of clothing/gifts (before the staff/faculty discount). In-store only. We’re open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

DPT students are offering a free wellness screening for older adults on Friday, Nov. 14, by appointment. The screening will include blood pressure check, circulation screening, sensation testing, and testing for balance, endurance, flexibility and posture.

If interested, please contact Lyndsay Stutzenberger at lstutzenberger@georgefox.edu or 503-554-2463.

Happy Wellness Wednesday! With Open Enrollment starting next week, now is the perfect time to focus on your benefits and well-being. You don’t have to navigate your choices alone – we have plenty of resources to help you prepare and enroll with confidence:

• 2026 Benefit Enrollment Guide
• Benefits consultations
• Providence Health Plan consultations

Taking 15 minutes to review your options could save you … well, it’s not car insurance, but it will have a major positive impact on your well-being for the entire year!

The financial exploitation of elders is a growing concern that affects millions of senior citizens each year. In an upcoming Canopy webinar, learn about common tactics used by scammers, how to recognize the signs of financial abuse, and what practical steps to take if you suspect someone you know is being exploited.

Sessions:

• Tuesday, Nov. 4, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 13, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Reserve a seat here.

Did you give out stickers this year? Did you wish you had George Fox swag for an event or outreach opportunity? Now’s the time to plan ahead – the 2025 Swag Bulk Order is open!

Take advantage of bulk pricing on a variety of university-branded items, including:

• Drinkware: Glass can cup with straw, campfire coffee mug, water bottle
• Apparel/bags: Crossbody bag, cotton tote, mini tote, trucker cap, beanie
• Other: Journal, picnic blanket, mini sticker sheets, six individual sticker designs

Pictures of items and ordering details are available here. If your department would like to participate in the order or has any questions, please email Brandy Donavant at bdonavant@georgefox.edu.

The deadline to place your order is Friday, Oct. 31. Don’t miss this opportunity to stock up on swag for the year ahead!

Bon Appétit invites elementary school-aged (grades K-5) children of George Fox faculty and staff to join us for a special culinary workshop with activities involving healthy eating and cooking.

During this fun and interactive program, the George Fox culinary team will demonstrate how whole fruits and vegetables can be transformed into a healthy meal. By learning about the connection between what they eat and their ability to do what they enjoy, children will go home with a newfound power to make better choices for their health.

This workshop, taking place on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 4 to 6 p.m., is free, but space is limited. Please register here.

If you have questions about the event, contact Bon Appetit’s Healthy Kids Program coordinator Nina Abramson at nina.abramson@cafebonappetit.com.

Your IT team has just sent out this month’s critical updates to your computer. To get them fully installed and working, save your work and restart your device as soon as possible.

Why restart?

• Security: These updates patch the latest security vulnerabilities, keeping your data and our network safe.
• Performance: Regular updates and restarts keep your computer running smoothly and prevent slowdowns.

IT pro-tip: While we send major updates the third week of the month, the best thing you can do for your computer’s health is to restart it at least once a week. A weekly reboot keeps things running fast and prevents small issues from becoming big problems. 

For optimal computer performance, don’t wait for our update push. Manually check for your own updates once a month.

Questions? Email servicedesk@georgefox.edu.

Attention, parents! Students in the Marketing Research class are gathering insights about youth sports participation and football awareness, and we would love your input!

Please take eight to 10 minutes to complete our short survey. Your feedback will help us better understand how young athletes engage with the game. If you complete the survey, you will be entered in a raffle to win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards!

Thank you for your time and support!

If you have any questions, reach out to Asher Cummings at acummings23@georgefox.edu.

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.

Join us for a webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 11 a.m. featuring Ruben Halperin, the medical director at Providence Health Plan. He’ll discuss cancer screenings, the pivotal role of preventive care, and the benefits of having a dedicated primary care provider to guide you through your health journey.

Register for the webinar here.

Happy Family Weekend! The Bruin Bookstore will be open today (Friday) and tomorrow (Saturday) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Swing by to check out new merchandise (like George Fox Christmas crewnecks!).

We have Bruin Family crews available in all sizes for $34. We look forward to welcoming you into the store!

The Bruin Bookstore will be hosting a staff and faculty appreciation event for 25% off George Fox-branded drinkware and a free George Fox-branded gift with a $75-plus purchase of clothing/gifts (before the staff/faculty discount). The sale is happening this Wednesday, Oct. 29 (in-store only).

Did you give out stickers this year? Did you wish you had George Fox swag for an event or outreach opportunity? Now’s the time to plan ahead – the 2025 Swag Bulk Order is open!

Take advantage of bulk pricing on a variety of university-branded items, including:

• Drinkware: Glass can cup with straw, campfire coffee mug, water bottle
• Apparel/bags: Crossbody bag, cotton tote, mini tote, trucker cap, beanie
• Other: Journal, picnic blanket, mini sticker sheets, six individual sticker designs

Pictures of items and ordering details are available here. If your department would like to participate in the order or has any questions, please email Brandy Donavant at bdonavant@georgefox.edu.

The deadline to place your order is Friday, Oct. 31. Don’t miss this opportunity to stock up on swag for the year ahead!

We are excited to welcome back music educator and an ambassador for jazz, Matt Wilson, for a concert at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 7, in Bauman Auditorium. This is his second visit to campus (his first was in 2014).

Wilson is a jazz drummer extraordinaire and Grammy nominee who’s been featured on the covers of Downbeat, Modern Drummer and JazzTimes magazines. He played for President Obama at the White House, and has appeared on over 250 albums, including several of his own as a leader of his Matt Wilson Quartet, Arts and Crafts, and the Christmas Tree-O.

Wilson has played with the who’s who of contemporary jazz musicians, including Joe Lovano, John Scofield, Wynton Marsalis, Kenny Baron, Ron Miles, Bill Frisell, Herbie Hancock, Dewey Redman, Pat Metheny, and Michael Brecker.

For more info about our guest artist, visit this link. You can purchase tickets from the George Fox Box Office.

The individual leaderboard has been shaken up in week three of Miles for Meals!

Our top three remain a powerhouse, with Ben Wing, Mark Pothoff and David Martinez defending their positions. But the big story is Jamie Johnson, who is “too blessed to rest” and has accelerated past the competition to seize the fourth-place spot.

The race is far from over: Keep an eye on Robin Baker, who just broke into the top 10 and is holding strong at No. 7!

On the team front, the leaderboard is just as competitive, with Too Blessed to Rest, the Red Hot Chili Steppers, and Robin Shake ‘n Baker claiming the top three podium spots for now.

Let’s talk about our incredible collective progress.

• As a group, we have logged a truly massive 9,307.5 miles! That’s a journey so long, it would land us near Kazakhstan if we headed east or west!
• More importantly, our hard work is directly translating into support for our community. We have officially raised $1,175 for the Bruin Community Pantry as of yesterday! Thank you to everyone who has contributed and shared the fundraising link; you are making a tangible difference. Keep the fundraising going!

Finally, the moment we’ve all been waiting for: our week-three raffle prize! Congratulations goes out to Jonelle Retsema, who has won a $75 Fred Meyer gift card!

Keep moving Bruins! Questions? Contact us at bewell@georgefox.edu.