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Staff Senate Newsletter:
December 2021
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The Staff Senate will be in recess during the month of January. Our meetings occur the first Wednesday of each month (excluding July and January) from 10 a.m. to noon. You can add a hold to your calendar by clicking here. We are determining the format of our meetings for the spring, but our virtual option will continue … Read more. |
The Staff Senate is hosting a virtual holiday and food donation drive to support organizations in our communities. Rather than using drop boxes to collect items on campus this year, we encourage the Mason community to use the contactless and virtual donation options offered by each charitable organization. If you would like to drop off your donation in person, please refer to the organization’s guidelines for accepting donations … Read more. |
Congratulations to Ryan Barnett, associate director in the Office of Military Services, for being selected as the December 2021 Employee of the Month! Read more about Ryan 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. |
Role: I assist in facilitating all aspects of the proposal submission process to ensure proposals meet federal, sponsor and university guidelines. When Mason receives an award, I conduct initial reviews to certify that all aspects of the award execution are handled in a timely manner. I get the opportunity to work with research faculty and administrators conducting world-class research, scholarship, and creative work. It is gratifying to gain first-hand experience in supporting the university’s strategic goal of $225 million in sponsored research expenditures by 2024 … Read more. |
Did you know that most wrapping paper is non-recyclable? Especially those that are metallic and glittery. This year, try alternative ways to wrap and decorate your gifts, like fabric, newspaper, or recycled wrapping paper. Read more. |
Over the past several weeks, the university has engaged the Mason community as part of the strategic planning initiative to gain insights and perspectives on the strategic direction of the university. Take a moment to provide your feedback and input via this survey. The survey should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete and will be open for participation through Friday, Dec. 10 … Read more. |
George Mason University is accelerating action in response to the climate crisis by developing a new Climate Action Plan (CAP). Mason staff, faculty, students, alumni, and community members are all invited to attend the second Climate Action Plan Town Hall to suggest ideas, offer feedback, ask questions, and learn more about the CAP process. Wednesday, Dec. 15
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Register via Zoom … Read more. |
The Mason community is invited to attend the 2021 Winter Graduation Ceremonies on Thursday, Dec. 16, in EagleBank Arena. To accommodate all graduates and their families, two ceremonies will be held. Please consider signing up as marshal/greeter for the graduation ceremonies and/or Patriot Procession … Read more. |
American Festival Pops Orchestra
Friday, Dec. 10, at 8 p.m. (Hylton Performing Arts Center) and Saturday, Dec. 11, at 8 p.m. (Center for the Arts) Mason Artist-in-Residence: Camille A. Brown & Dancers
Saturday, Jan. 22, at 8 p.m. (Center for the Arts) Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel: Fantastic Fantasies
Sunday, Jan. 23, at 7 p.m. (Center for the Arts) Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Saturday, Jan. 29, at 8 p.m. (Center for the Arts) … Read more. |
Virginia’s electronic procurement system, eVA, is undergoing a complete system change that will go live in early January 2022. Updates may be found on the Fiscal Services website. Fiscal Services will host multiple forums to discuss these changes … Read more. |
Join Mason’s Center for the Advancement of Well-Being on Tuesday, Feb. 8, from noon to 1:30 p.m. for a new Leading to Well-Being Speaker Series event featuring Brian Levenson. Brian, author of the book Shift Your Mind: 9 Mental Shifts to Thrive in Preparation and Performance and founder of Strong Skills, will present a session on the key mental shifts used by the world’s highest achievers … Read more. |
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. Read more. |
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