Dr. Gregory Washington, president of George Mason University.
Photo by Ron Aira/Creative Services

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Staff Senate Newsletter:
July 2020

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Mason events and programs are in flux because of the university’s evolving response to the coronavirus outbreak. Monitor university announcements and check with event and program organizers for more details.

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Staff News

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Some people are proud of the fact that they can multitask. I've heard others criticize the concept, saying that you can never really focus on something if you are multitasking. Yet here I am, typing this message while my left foot operates my baby's bouncy seat. We are all finding creative ways to get our jobs done these days …

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Greg Washington is George Mason University's 8th president. Photo by Ron Aira/Creative Services

Mason welcomed its new president, Dr. Gregory Washington, on July 1. On his first day as president, Dr. Washington took time to meet with students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Check out Dr. Washington's meet-and-greet with Staff Senators …

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Check out this brief monthly update on our advocacy, appreciation, and education activities.

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Voting in the Staff Senate Election will begin July 13 and end on July 24 at 5 p.m. Ballots will be distributed to constituents’ email inboxes. Each ballot can be complete only once.

Arlington: 2 Seats Available
Fairfax:  9 Seats Available
SciTech: 2 Seats Available
At-Large: 1 Seat Available

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The Staff Senate hosted a Human Resources and Finance Panel on June 25. Panelists included: Deb Dickenson, vice president for Fnance; Lester Arnold, vice president for Human Resources and Payroll; and René Stewart O'Neal, vice president for Strategic Planning and Budgeting. 

A recording is available …

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Congratulations to Silva Pecini Morris, director of Student Services in the Schar School of Policy and Government, for being selected as the July 2020 Employee of the Month! Read more about Silva in this Mason News article.

Do you know a superstar? Make sure they receive the deserved recognition by submitting a nomination for Mason’s Employee of the Month. Additional information can be found on the Human Resources and Payroll website.

 

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Enjoy meeting some of our senators this year as we share their role in serving Mason staff and the university as a whole. 

"Without a doubt, the best part about working at Mason is the people. I have worked with so many great people and cherish every relationship. I am also so proud of all the students that I’ve met who have gone on to graduate and do great things…"

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Campus Updates

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Deadline Extended for Book Scholarship

Save the Date - Take Your Junior Patriot to Work Day

Support for Mason Families

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Reminder: Complimentary Permit Option Available Until August 15 

Parking Permit and Fee Update for those teleworking during fall 2020

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Photo by Evan Cantwell/Creative Services/George Mason University.

During the Staff Senate's recent Human Resources and Finance Panel, a question arose about the Child Development Center. We reached out to Shira Kulok, director of the Child Development Center, for assistance with the answer:

Q: Can you share some context behind recent changes at the Child Development Center (CDC), including tuition rates, reduced operating hours, and discontinued part-time enrollment 

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Updated campus maps are available at maps.gmu.edu. The most recent versions of the Fairfax, Arlington, and SciTech Campus maps have been posted ...  

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Discover how to apply well-being science to your leadership during this challenging time. Learn how to deal successfully with polarities (opposing forces that create tension in complex situations) in our Polarity Thinking certification program.

Individuals who register by August 7 can enjoy a 15% COVID-19 discount on tuition 

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You Ask, We Answer

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The Staff Senate seeks your comments, concerns, and ideas about issues on campus that are important to you. We welcome all input. You may remain anonymous, but if you wish to receive a response, please include your contact information.

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