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Don’t forget: Richter Scholars Program proposals are due on Monday, Oct. 17.

The Richter Scholars Program at George Fox distributes funds to support student research activities that are devised, initiated and carried out by individual student researchers, with mentorship, guidance and expertise provided by a faculty mentor.

The purpose of these funds is to support educational research opportunities that encourage the practices of independent thought leading to independent achievement and personal responsibility. For the purpose of this program, research is defined as a knowledge-generating activity that is designed to provide new information on a topic, tool or process, and that proceeds according to established and accepted research methods.

Before preparing a proposal, please read through the full proposal guidelines, eligibility requirements, and review criteria on this webpage.

Faculty mentors: Please note that several important proposal elements and eligibility requirements have been recently updated. Please thoroughly read through all posted documentation as you work with your student mentee to prepare a proposal. All submittals will be electronic.

For more information, contact Vetta Berokoff at vberokof@georgefox.edu.

Club advertising on campus must abide by the George Fox Student Handbook posting policy. All student fliers/posters must be appropriate, approved, and then stamped by either an ASC, Student Activities, student programs member, or front desk staff at the Hadlock Student Center.

Here are more specifics on the posting policy:

• Your club or group’s name and contact must be on the poster.
• Absolutely no staples allowed.
• Post only on bulletin boards and approved locations on campus.
• Do not affix the poster to glass doors.
• You must take down your fliers when your event is over.
• Do not cover fliers for other events that have not yet occurred or your poster may be removed immediately.
• Only one flier/poster per bulletin board per club.
• No commercial advertising, selling or solicitation of any kind.

Questions? Contact Jere Witherspoon at jwithers@georgefox.edu.

Want to learn more about psychology and faith integration? Stop by Hoover 103 to listen to professor Kelly Chang speak from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24!

There will be snacks and drinks provided at the chapel. Attending this event counts for one non-Bauman chapel credit. We hope to see you there!

For more information, contact Sophie Davis at sdavis19@georgefox.edu.

As part of a desire to create more space for pause, reflection and fellowship, the academic affairs office is convening a completely voluntary time for corporate prayer during the second week of each month.

Join us for a 15-minute pocket of time to connect with God and with one another as we pray for George Fox University. If you’re unable to join us in person, feel free to set a reminder and lift your heart and prayers with us from wherever you are.

We will be meeting today (Wednesday) in Hoover 250 from 11:40 a.m. to noon.

If you have any questions, contact Andrea Scott at scotta@georgefox.edu.

Last week, we explored the concept of resilience and practical ways to increase our capacity for it. Becoming more resilient not only helps us get through difficult circumstances, it also empowers us to grow and improve our life along the way.

Resilience also often ties to our ability to live mindfully. Today, we invite you see that connection and read this article on building both mindfulness and resilience in the fall.

If you have any questions, reach out to Aga Luptak at aluptak@georgefox.edu.

Freshman and sophomore nursing majors are invited to a town hall meeting with the College of Nursing dean, Dr. Pam Fifer, and chair, Dr. Lorretta Krautscheid, on Thursday, Oct. 20, from 4 to 4:45 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium.

There will be a brief overview of the nursing department and the application process for George Fox students, as well as a time for students to ask questions.

We hope to see you there!

Reach out to Katie Mayward at kmayward@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Plant Services will be closed this Friday, Oct. 14. We will be cleaning the Hess Creek area, and we invite everyone that is free and would like to help us.

We are meeting at the Thomas Center at 8 a.m. If you are reserving a van during the weekend, please come pick up your key packet by Thursday at 5 p.m.

Thank you.

Contact Plant Services at plantservices@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Please join us this Friday, Oct. 14, at 7:30 p.m. for karaoke night at the Intercultural Resource Center! Come ready to sing your favorite song, have fun and relax after midterms week. We hope to see you there! Everyone is welcome.

Contact Lisette Uribe at luribe20@georgefox.edu if you have any questions

The World Health Organization (WHO) designated Monday, Oct. 10, as World Mental Health Day to raise awareness and reduce stigma about anxiety, depression, and overall mental health. We recognize that students, faculty and staff within our own George Fox community face similar challenges.

A few years ago, one of our George Fox alumni created a series of yard signs that were distributed throughout the region to encourage those who might be struggling. During this season of midterms and stress, we have placed a number of those signs throughout campus for the next few weeks.

We encourage you to take time in the midst of this busy season for self-care and to recognize that God is with you and he is for you!

For those who are struggling, we want to remind you about the following confidential resources:

• Health and Counseling Center
• Office for Spiritual Life University Pastors

Other campus resources include:

• Residence Life
• Commuter Life

Questions? Contact the student life office at studentlife@georgefox.edu.

In order to process an invoice, the Accounts Pay team needs all of the below-mentioned information:

• Vendor ID number
• Vendor Name as appearing in PeopleSoft
• PeopleSoft PO number
• PeopleSoft receipt number
• And finally, a copy of the invoice.

AP receives a multitude of emailed payment requests, and there is a high probability of those getting buried, especially in cases wherein any of the above information is missing in the email.

To comply with audit requirements, AP does not have access to the purchasing module, thus they are unable to themselves obtain PO and receipt numbers from PeopleSoft.

In order to improve our current “Procure to Pay” process, and to help you to pay your invoices in a timely manner, we have released a Request for Payment form. This form replaces emailed and paper payment requests.

We are planning a formal training session in the coming months where we will share more information with you. In the meantime, feel free to email your questions to purchasing@georgefox.edu.

Thank you,
The Accounts Pay and Purchasing Teams

Interested in learning how to reduce the risk of exercise-related injuries? Join our exercise coaches in interactive learning sessions covering the following topics:

• Wednesday, Oct. 12: Knee & Ankle Injury Prevention Strategies
• Wednesday, Oct. 19: Elbow & Wrist Injury Prevention Strategies
• Wednesday, Oct. 26: Neck & Back Injury Prevention Strategies

All sessions take place in the Hadlock Student Center. Sign up on IMLeagues and email groupfitness@georgefox.edu for more information.

University Recreation is hosting a kickball tournament on Saturday, Oct. 22, starting at noon on the Stoffer Stadium field. Sign up now through IMLeagues.

Don’t have a team yet? Sign up as a free agent to get placed on a team, and meet new friends in the process!

The registration deadline is Thursday, Oct. 20, at 11:59 p.m. The event is open to both students and employees. Please email intramurals@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Did you know that social workers can work in such settings as schools, hospitals, substance abuse/addictions clinics, veterans and military settings? They may also do international social work and can even have their own practice.

Interested in social work, or want to know more about working in a helping profession? Come to a BSW info session on Tuesday, Oct. 25, or Wednesday, Oct. 26, from noon to 12:30 p.m. in Roberts 215.

At the session, you’ll learn more about social work as a major and the professional opportunities that having a bachelor’s degree in social work offers.

Faculty: Know students who might be interested? Let them know about these sessions!

Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The Staff Development Committee is pleased to invite all employees to a Lunch & Learn session about project management taught by Rae Casey, associate professor of organizational leadership in our George Fox Connect program.

A catered lunch will be provided on Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (presentation will begin around noon) in Canyon Commons 101-103.

RSVPs are required for all who plan to attend. Please RSVP here by Thursday, Oct. 20.

Contact Audrey Mass at amass@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Join us for Contemplative (Quaker) Worship tomorrow (Wednesday) from 2:15 to 2:45 p.m. in Hoover 250.

This will be a time of unprogrammed waiting on the present Christ, allowing us to do business with God as we need and to speak a word of the Lord as we are led. Spiritual life credit is available for students.

Contact Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu with any questions.

This Friday, Oct. 14, the volleyball team will have donation boxes set up during their 7 p.m. match against Pacific University. Swing by to donate items such as gift cards, backpacks, school supplies, card games, etc. to the Safe Families for Children organization.

If you have any questions, reach out to Bailey LeBreton at blebreton19@georgefox.edu.

The first fall edition of The Crescent, George Fox’s student-run newspaper, will be released tomorrow (Wednesday) at 3 p.m.

If you’re interested in reading The Crescent directly in your inbox, submit your email by filling out this form. Don’t want emails twice a month? Check out our website to read the most current issue and previous issues.

Thank you for your support!

Are you interested in studying abroad? The Center for Study Abroad will be hosting an information meeting tonight (Tuesday) at 6 p.m. in EHS 102.

Come to learn details about specific programs, the application process, and application due dates. Representatives from the registrar’s office will be there to answer questions about classes and transfer credits, and study abroad ambassadors will be in attendance to answer questions and offer guidance.

Questions? Can’t make the meeting? Email Lynn Scott at lscott@georgefox.edu, David Martínez at dmartinez@georgefox.edu or stop by the Center for Study Abroad.

Join us this Thursday, Oct. 13, for bracelet-making night from 7 to 8 p.m. in Hoover 104! We’ll have everything you need for bracelet making, as well as snacks, drinks and music for an awesome night of connecting with friends old and new. Can’t wait to see you all there!

Reach out to Kristen Anderson at kanderson21@georgefox.edu for more information.

The admissions office is looking for 40 more students to volunteer as overnight hosts for prospective students attending our fall Bruin Preview later this month!

Overnight hosts need to be on-campus residents living in a dorm, house or apartment. Meal tickets will be provided for those on a limited meal plan, and all hosts will complete a brief training in advance to prepare for the event.

Hosting will begin at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27, and conclude at 7:50 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 28. If you are interested in hosting, fill out this form!

If you have any questions, contact Miranda Davidson at mdavidson16@georgefox.edu.