The Daily Bruin

Are you a veteran graduating this semester? We want to extend our heartfelt congratulations as you approach this major milestone! It’s an incredible achievement, and we are so proud to celebrate your success with you.

To honor your service and accomplishments, we invite you to pick up a veteran’s honor cord to wear at your graduation ceremony.

Please stop by the student accounts office on the first floor of the Stevens Center on the Newberg campus to collect your cord. We’re open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and we’d love to see you before the ceremony.

If you are a faculty or staff member who is also a veteran and haven’t received your honor cord yet, please feel free to come by and pick one up as well.

Once again, congratulations on reaching this incredible achievement! Contact veterans@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Take this eight-minute survey to win one of two $50 Amazon gift cards! We would love your thoughts on mobile carriers for our marketing research project.

Can you participate? Yes, if you:

• Are 18-27 years old
• Have an individual plan or a family plan
• Use AT&T, Verizon, or T-Mobile

Your input will help us learn what’s important to young adults when choosing a mobile provider. If you have questions, email Laurel Knox at lknox23@georgefox.edu. Thanks so much for your time!

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.

The university pastors want to invite you to times for personal prayer in the chapel over the next three days. Here is the schedule of when the chapel will be open for personal prayer:

• Tuesday (today) from 7 to 9 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m.
• Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. (our pastoral team has created prayer guides for this time of prayer, and will be present should you want someone to pray with you)
• Thursday from 7 to 9 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m.

Questions? Contact Pastor Jamie at jamiej@georgefox.edu.

As we continue to improve digital security, all university computers must receive updates in a timely manner.

Starting Nov. 6 and every Wednesday, all university PCs will automatically check for and load Windows updates.

If the update requires the machine to restart, you will be prompted but can delay for a short time if needed. Please note that after five days of delay, a restart will happen automatically.

Join the DPT program on the morning of Friday, Nov. 15, at the George Fox Medical Sciences Building (448 Werth Blvd.) for a free blood pressure check, circulation screen, sensation check, and screening for balance, endurance, flexibility and posture. Please note, this is a wellness screening visit and not a PT evaluation.

Contact Lyndsay Stutzenberger at 503-554-2463 or lstutzenberger@georgefox.edu to make an appointment.

The Political Science Club will be hosting an election night watch party today (Tuesday) at 4:30 p.m. in Hoover 102. There will be games, snacks, and live coverage of the results. We hope to see you there!

Email Kendall Kartler at kkartler22@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Join us tomorrow (Wednesday) in Hoover 250 from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. for a time of worship, listening to God’s Spirit, and seeking to discern God’s truth together. Nathanael Ankeny will be hosting. Chapel credit will be offered.

Please reach out to Nathanael at nankeny@georgefox.edu with any questions.

Congratulations to the amazing students who found our wandering Waldos on Oct. 31! Winners of the prize raffle will receive an email with information on picking up your prizes at Plant Services.

If you turned in a card and have questions about prizes, please contact Plant Services at plantservices@georgefox.edu.

Join us this Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Canyon Commons to learn about your benefits, network with colleagues, and engage with a variety of vendors. We’re spotlighting preventive care to help you stay healthy and make the most of your benefits.

Here’s a Health and Benefits Fair sneak peek:

• Providence Team on-site: Get personalized guidance from the Providence representatives and schedule your one-on-one consultation today. Drop-ins are welcome in Canyon Commons as well.
• Giveaways and fellowship: Enjoy giveaways, refreshments and a chance to connect with colleagues.
• Free flu and COVID shots available: Stay healthy this season with on-site flu shots. Bring your insurance card!
• Explore health and wellness resources: Connect with many vendors to discover new ways to enhance your health and wellbeing.
• Raffle and prizes: Enter for a chance to win exciting door prizes and check out the big, awesome prize baskets you might win if you participate in the health assessment challenge this month!

Take advantage of the benefit and wellness experts coming to campus to help you understand your options. We can’t wait to see you!

Contact Aga Kasprzyk at akasprzyk@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

As we observe National Diabetes Month this November, we want to remind you of the valuable diabetes resources available through your Providence Health Plan. Diabetes can be a complex condition, but it doesn’t have to dictate your life. With the right support and education, you can learn to manage your health effectively.

Empower Yourself
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing diabetes for a while, arming yourself with knowledge, accessing regular health care, and staying motivated can make a significant difference. Check out the diabetes services available in your area through Providence.

Join Us for a Free Event
Don’t miss the opportunity to participate in a free virtual event hosted by the American Diabetes Association on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 11 a.m. to noon. Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Michelle D. Stancil (MS, BSN, RN, CDCES) will provide insights into diabetes self-management and answer your questions.

Take the first step toward better management of your diabetes; click this link to learn more and register for this informative session!

The university’s volleyball program will be hosting a diaper and clothing drive for A Family Place, a relief care nursery that strives to address risk factors present in young families. Some of the largest needs of families in this community are diapers size 4-6, and pull-ups and clothing size 2T and up.

Any donation will make a huge impact on our Newberg community and help relieve stress in many families.

Support your George Fox volleyball team and your local A Family Place relief care nursery at the Senior Night game this Friday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m. in Wheeler.

If you have any questions, email Kennedy Kibby at kkibby21@georgefox.edu.

Study abroad in the beautiful and renowned city of Oxford. A semester at Scholarship and Christianity in Oxford (SCIO) provides a formative academic program with enriching research opportunities, all in the context of a commitment to integrate the pursuit of academic excellence amid deep Christian commitments.

We invite you to walk the same paths and study in the same places as some of the greatest scholars in history. Join us this afternoon (Monday) in Hoover 102 from 4:15 to 5 p.m. to learn more and meet Dr. Stan Rosenberg.

Contact Wendy Upjohn-Hankel at wupjohn@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

The Multiplication Conference happening Nov. 13-15 presents a unique opportunity for faculty to engage with key leaders in the church-planting movement, featuring speakers that include Rick McKinley (founding pastor of Imago Dei), Dave Ferguson (Exponential), President Robin Baker, and Portland Seminary Dean Tammy Dunahoo.

Hosted at George Fox in partnership with Portland Seminary, the event will explore the role of education and spiritual formation in equipping the next generation of church leaders and planters. As faculty, you’ll gain valuable insights into how your academic influence intersects with the mission to spread the gospel through new church plants.

Join us in shaping future leaders for a movement of multiplication! Register to secure your spot here. Faculty and employees are invited to attend the conference at no cost (excluding food) by using the code “campus24.”

As part of their engineering Senior Design project, a team of civil engineering students are designing road improvements for South College Street in Newberg. Fill out this survey to give them valuable information on how you use South College Street and how the road could be improved!

At the end of the survey you will be given a chance to enter a raffle for one of two $25 Amazon gift cards.

If you have never walked, biked or driven on South College Street, then this survey does not apply to you. Feel free to share the survey with others who use this road.

Reach out to Jacob Smith at jacobs21@georgefox.edu if you have further questions.

Join us for Employee Family Day at the Hadlock Student Center this Saturday, Nov. 9! Get ready for some fun and excitement with your loved ones. Enjoy a variety of activities and games available from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., including:

• Bouldering at the rock climbing wall
• Dodgeball
• Bounce House
• Floor hockey
• Pickleball
• Ping Pong
• Top-roping at the rock climbing wall (belayers provided)
• 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.

Curious about how you can make a real impact through the church? The Multiplication Conference, happening Nov. 13-15 at George Fox in partnership with Portland Seminary, is your chance to learn how church planting could be part of your journey.

You’ll hear from inspiring speakers like Rick McKinley (founding pastor of Imago Dei), Dave Ferguson (Exponential), President Robin Baker, and Portland Seminary Dean Tammy Dunahoo as they dive into relevant workshops. You’ll also connect with other students and ministry leaders who want to make a difference.

Whether you’re still figuring out your path or already feel called to lead, this conference will help you discover how your unique gifts can bring the gospel to new places. And the best part? Other than food, it’s free for students! Learn more and register to secure your spot here.

The Script is an internship program providing BIPOC college students from Oregon and southwest Washington with paid summer internships. They help match qualified and diverse talent with internships at some of the top Portland metro area companies. The program is open to all majors, but they have six categories for job groupings that they use to match students with prospective companies.

Joining The Script provides you with valuable career development resources and interview assistance to help you secure a position. Additionally, you’ll connect with a community of fellow students who share your ambition to grow professionally and expand their networks!

Does this sound like something you are interested in? If so, fill out this inquiry form! Doing so means that when the application opens on Nov. 4, you will be notified to apply.

For more information about The Script or to learn about a George Fox student’s internship experience with the program, please contact Ashley Gutierrez at agutierrezgutierre23@georgefox.edu.

Attention administrators: To streamline the management of deposits and improve responsiveness, please direct all deposit-related inquiries, notifications, and documentation submissions to our new centralized email, deposits@georgefox.edu.

This new email will be used in place of Heather Groenlund’s individual email for all deposit communications, allowing our team to assist you more efficiently. We kindly ask that you update your records and begin using deposits@georgefox.edu for any future deposit matters.

Thank you for helping us make this transition!

Study abroad in the beautiful and renowned city of Oxford. A semester at Scholarship and Christianity in Oxford (SCIO) provides a formative academic program with enriching research opportunities, all in the context of a commitment to integrate the pursuit of academic excellence amid deep Christian commitments. We invite you to walk the same paths and study in the same places as some of the greatest scholars in history.

Join us this Monday, Nov. 4, in Hoover 102 from 4:15 to 5 p.m. to learn more and meet Dr. Stan Rosenberg. Contact Wendy Upjohn-Hankel at wupjohn@georgefox.edu if you have questions.

Do you want your student employment paycheck to be automatically deposited in your bank account on payday? Come by the People and Culture office to sign up for direct deposit before you leave for holiday breaks.

You can either bring a voided check or a printed direct deposit form from your bank that includes your name, account number and routing number. Many banks have these forms available to print through their online banking website or mobile app. You can also fill out the Direct Deposit Form linked on our website and submit your proof from your bank to our Paperwork Dropbox .

If you aren’t able to sign up for direct deposit, remember that your paycheck will be in the mailroom unless you have put in a request with Mail Services to have your mail forwarded. Be sure to update your mailing address on file in MyGeorgeFox under the Profile tile if this is the case.

Questions? Contact our Payroll Team at payroll@georgefox.edu.