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We are excited to announce that in May of 2025 students and faculty from the Doctor of Physical Therapy program will be heading to Uganda again for a medical service trip!

We will be partnering with local leaders and advocacy groups (Legal Action for Persons with Disabilities, LAPD, The Paul Lokech Foundation) to provide training and collaborate in the treatment and management of people/children with disabilities.

The trip is being funded by donations and fundraisers, with our first one being through Panda Express tonight (Tuesday). Visit any Panda Express nationwide and order online with this code to support our trip! Thank you in advance!

In preparation for the Thanksgiving holiday and the university closing on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28-29, Accounts Payable will be processing the check run on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Please take note of the following deadlines:

• All payment requests received by Friday, Nov. 22, by 5 p.m. will be included in the Nov. 26 check run.
• All other requests received after Friday, Nov. 22, will be included in our regularly scheduled check run on Dec. 5.

Questions? Please contact us at accountspayable@georgefox.edu. Happy Thanksgiving!

Who was George Fox? In commemoration of the 400th anniversary of his birth, Dr. Robynne Rogers Healey of Trinity Western University will be giving a public lecture at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105 tonight (Tuesday) about the evolving legacy of George Fox University’s namesake. This lecture is part of the President’s Speaker series. Chapel credit is available for undergraduate students.

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

The finance office will be closed Nov. 28 through Dec. 2 for Thanksgiving! Deposits that need to be made in the month of November must be dropped off at the finance office no later than 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 27. If it arrives later, it will go into a deposit for December 2024.

Please note our new location is 1515 Portland Road (formerly known as “the Sleep Center”). If you are taking extra time off during the Thanksgiving holiday, please send your deposits over before you leave.

If you have any questions about deposits, please contact Heather Groenlund at 503-554-2173. Thank you and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Share the joy of the Christmas season with George Fox Christmas cards! ‘Tis the season to send some cheer! George Fox Christmas cards for the 2024 season are now available to order. Quantity is limited. The cost is approximately $1.40 per card (envelopes included).

• Order Deadline: Please place your orders by Wednesday, Nov. 20.
• Pick-Up Date: Cards will be ready for pick-up on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Dec. 3.

If your department wants to place an order, please email Brandy at bdonavant@georgefox.edu with your desired quantity and full accounting string.

View the Christmas card cover and inside design.

May you be filled with the joy of Christmas this season!

Would you like to sell your art at the Christmas Extravaganza Holiday Hangout on Thursday, Dec. 5? All you need is $10 to rent a table and as much art as you would like to sell to fellow 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. Our 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.

President Robin and Ruth Baker cordially invite employees to celebrate together at this year’s Christmas Concert, “The Sounding Joy,” on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 2:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. Tickets go on sale today (Friday) at 10 a.m. Reserve tickets here.

Employees are entitled to two complimentary tickets for Sunday’s matinee (while tickets last!). Each employee should obtain their ticket using their George Fox email address. Once you select the seat you would like to reserve, you will then choose “employee comp” from the pricing option list.

Following the concert on Sunday, employees are invited to a Christmas open house at the president’s home from 4 to 6 p.m. at 701 E. Franklin St. in Newberg. Also following Sunday’s performance, poinsettias will be available for sale in Bauman ($10 cash) while they last!

If you can’t make Sunday’s festivities, employees can also reserve two complimentary tickets for Friday or Saturday evenings’ performances. Otherwise, employees and students can attend a free family-friendly dress rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5.

Questions? Contact Carly Reumann at creumann@georgefox.edu.

The annual campus-wide Christmas Extravaganza is a wonderful time for everyone across the university to come together and celebrate the Christmas season.

The Extravaganza begins at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5, with many of the beloved attractions returning! There will be carriage rides, baby goats, s’mores, fire pits, “Santa’s Workshop” in the Maker Hub, ornament and cookie decorating, music performances in the chapel, lots of delicious treats, and more!

We are in need of volunteers to help make this event a success and a blessing to our campus community and their families. Please email Liz Garland in the president’s office at lgarland@georgefox.edu if you would like to sign up for a volunteer shift. There are many time slots and assignments available, and you can choose the volunteer assignment that works best for you.

We’re looking forward to bringing an evening full of Christmas cheer to campus on Dec. 5!

In preparation for the Thanksgiving holiday and the university closing on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28-29, Accounts Payable will be processing the check run on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Please take note of the following deadlines:

• All payment requests received by Friday, Nov. 22, by 5 p.m. will be included in the Nov. 21 check run.
• All other requests received after Friday, Nov. 22, will be included in our regularly scheduled check run on Dec. 5.

Questions? Please contact us at accountspayable@georgefox.edu. Happy Thanksgiving!

The Bruin Bookstore is offering two sales events next week (Nov. 18-22):

• 20% off Nike, League, Legacy and Fall Rush brands in-store and online
• Apple Appreciation Event: Save 10% on Mac and iPad products, new models included. Online only.

As part of our “Stand Tall, Don’t Fall” campaign, we’re sharing key tips for choosing the best winter footwear to keep you safe and steady on your feet.

When selecting winter shoes, focusing on the tread is crucial for safety and stability. Look for soles with deep, multi-directional lugs that can grip slippery surfaces like snow and ice. A rubber compound that stays flexible in cold weather will help maintain traction, even in freezing temperatures. Shoes with a textured, zigzag, or wave pattern offer better footing by channeling water away from the sole, reducing the likelihood of slipping.

The right tread design can make a big difference in how securely you move through winter conditions. Together, we can make the campus safer during this rainy season by preventing slips and falls!

Share the joy of the Christmas season with George Fox Christmas cards! ‘Tis the season to send some cheer! George Fox Christmas cards for the 2024 season are now available to order. Quantity is limited. The cost is approximately $1.40 per card. Envelopes included.

• Order Deadline: Please place your orders by Wednesday, Nov. 20.
• Pick-Up Date: Cards will be ready for pickup on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Dec. 3.

If your department wants to place an order, please email Brandy at bdonavant@georgefox.edu with your desired quantity and full accounting string.

View the Christmas card cover and inside design.

May you be filled with the joy of Christmas this season!

Who was George Fox? In commemoration of the 400th anniversary of his birth, Dr. Robynne Rogers Healey of Trinity Western University will be giving a public lecture at 7 p.m. in Hoover 105 on Tuesday, Nov. 19, about the evolving legacy of George Fox University’s namesake. This lecture is part of the President’s Speaker series.

Contact Jay Miller at jaym@georgefox.edu for more information.

We are in need of several volunteers to serve as ushers at midyear commencement on Saturday, Dec. 14. We will hold two separate ceremonies in Bauman Auditorium: one for undergraduate students at 11 a.m. and one for graduate students at 3 p.m. Come help us greet our guests, hand out programs, direct graduates’ family and friends to their seats, and make graduation a special event for everyone!

It’s fun to be part of our students’ graduation experience, and all George Fox employees who volunteer to participate as ushers will receive a $50 gift card for each ceremony they assist with. Sign up for both ceremonies, and lunch will be provided too!

Please contact Laurie Fair at 503-554-2140 or lfair@georgefox.edu if you would like to volunteer to serve our grads and their families on this memorable day!

Swing by Room 155 in the Portland Center today (Tuesday) from 9 a.m. to noon for our open enrollment and benefits support event! This is your chance to get one-on-one guidance from benefits experts in the Office of People and Culture, who will help you make confident choices for your upcoming year of benefits.

Bring your laptop if you’d like hands-on assistance with the online enrollment process, or just drop in to explore wellness resources, enjoy some giveaways, and connect with colleagues in a friendly, supportive atmosphere.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to get all the support you need in one place. See you there!

We are excited to announce that in May of 2025 students and faculty from the Doctor of Physical Therapy program will be heading to Uganda again for a medical service trip!

We will be partnering with local leaders and advocacy groups (Legal Action for Persons with Disabilities, LAPD, The Paul Lokech Foundation) to provide training and collaborate in the treatment and management of people/children with disabilities.

The trip is being funded by donations and fundraisers, with our first one being through Panda Express on Tuesday, Nov. 19. Visit any Panda Express nationwide that day and order online with this code to support our trip! Thank you in advance!

Providence Basecamp brings nutrition education and Providence experts together for a multi-event focus on heart-healthy nutrition. Join Jamie Libera, RD, LD, CCTD, on Wednesday, Nov. 13, from noon to 1 p.m. as she discusses this month’s topic, “Nutrition Facts and Myths.”

Then on Monday, Nov. 18, from noon to 1 p.m., join Registered Dietitian Kayla and Chef Tim, as they make a delicious ramen. Both are complimentary virtual events available to everyone. Register here.

If you have questions, email Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

November is National Diabetes Month. Providence Health Plan provides continuous support to you by offering complimentary or discounted health and wellness resources to encourage a healthy lifestyle.

Support and care for diabetes
Diabetes is a serious and complicated condition but it doesn’t have to control your life. Providence offers support and education for diabetes, whether you have had diabetes for some time or are newly diagnosed. Arming yourself with the information, regular health care and a little motivation, you can learn to manage diabetes. Use this link to learn more about what services are provided close to you.

H.E.A.L program
The Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyle (H.E.A.L.) program supports people with prediabetes or high risk for type 2 diabetes to achieve lasting lifestyle changes through guided weight loss, healthy eating, and activity. Participants receive group webinar sessions with optional one-on-one coaching and can continue monthly with their coach after the first 16 weeks. Learn more here.

Diabetes self-management
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or want a deeper understanding of diabetes, it’s never too late for diabetes self-management education and support. Talk with expert Michelle D Stancil, MS, BSN, RN , CDCES, about diabetes care and education programs for managing diabetes. This is a free virtual event that will be held tomorrow (Tuesday), from 11 a.m. to noon. Learn more and register here.

If you have questions about any of this information, email Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

There’s still time to join our November wellness challenge and be entered to win some amazing prize baskets! Simply complete the online health assessment by the end of the month.

This quick assessment is designed to help you pinpoint areas that might need a little extra care and offer personalized guidance on next steps. Prioritize your well-being, and let the raffle be a fun bonus for taking that first step!

Next week, we’ll send out a Google Form for you to choose your preferred prizes for the raffle.

Jump in today and give yourself the gift of health! Questions? Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu.

This is a friendly reminder to complete your open enrollment by Nov. 22. All benefits-eligible employees are required to submit their elections, whether or not you’re making changes.

If you’re considering a plan change, please verify that your preferred providers are included under the new plan. We’re here to help with any questions, so don’t hesitate to reach out for assistance! Make an appointment for a consultation here.

You still need to complete open enrollment even if:

• You don’t have health insurance through George Fox
• You were hired this year and already completed your new hire enrollment
• You don’t have an FSA

Thank you for your attention to this important process.