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Looking Ahead for Mason Staff:
Events, Benefits, and ResourcesNovember 2017
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As the representative body for more than 3,200 Mason staff members, the Staff Senate often hears about what is wrong at Mason. We welcome those concerns. But every so often, we each need to ask ourselves: What is right at Mason? And how can those positive attributes translate into improvements in our work satisfaction? … Read more. |
The Staff Senate will host a session to address solutions to common concerns in communication and processes that impede productivity and fluidity. December 6 from 10:30 a.m. to noon Fairfax: Merten Hall, Room 1201
Arlington: Founders Hall, Room 720 (telepresence)
Science and Technology: Colgan Hall, Room 221 (telepresence) Submit your questions for our guest speakers … Read more. |
Authors' Month is the ideal time to celebrate the commuter's companion and well-thumbed fireplace snuggle buddy. The typical American reads four books each year, according to Pew Research, and 65 percent have read a print book in the last year. Library lovers rejoice: University Libraries offers free 24/7 access, wherever you are … Read more. |
Congratulations to:
• Chief Carl T. Rowan, Jr, chief of police, Mason Police and Public Safety Department
• Curtis McNay, director of IT security, Information Technology Services …
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The Staff Senate announces a new partnership with INOVA Children’s Hospital this Holiday Giving Season! NEW THIS YEAR! The Staff Senate is collecting new, unwrapped toys for INOVA Children’s Hospital and also any non-perishable food and personal hygiene items for Mason's Patriot Pantry. Donations will be collected from December 1−19, 2017. The last day to donate items will be the day of each campus holiday party … Read more. |
Would you like to meet up with other needleworkers for some stitching and conversation? Join Mason Needleworks every other Thursday in The MIX at Fenwick Library on the Fairfax Campus … Read more. |
Keep up with Mason's Staff Senate by liking us on Facebook and following us on Twitter @GMUStaffSenate. Find out about our latest initiatives and upcoming events! Read more. |
Bioscience
Space Exploration
Engineering
Information Technology These are but a few of the rapidly-advancing fields of science which affect our modern lives. Achievements in these disciplines were built–and continue to build–upon discoveries made by preceding generations of scientists. As Sir Issac Newton famously wrote, “If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders … Read more. |
Up Close + Classical Program Music in the Lobby features Mason Student Strings performing selections from Back and Dvorak. Take a break, support Mason student musicians, and enjoy light refreshments generously provided by Argo Tea Cafe. Free! November 15, 1 to 1:30 p.m. … Read more. |
Heartfelt congratulations to Meredith Muckerman, communications and technology manager in the Environmental Health and Safety Office, for being selected as the October 2017 Employee of the Month. Read more about Meredith in this Mason News article … Read more. |
The Patriot Pantry is in need of donations. The high volume of students seeking the services of the pantry is leading to a situation where the supply of food/toiletries does not meet the demand. Check out the list of needs and find out how you can donate money to help fill needs not met with donations … Read more. |
Whether you want to brush up on your skills, learn something new, or pursue a degree, life-long learning is a wonderful benefit of working at Mason! Check out your classification below ... Read more. |
Will it soon be time to enjoy your retirement? With a little planning, you can make sure you have enough to pay for the things you need (and want) to do during retirement. Join Steven Scott, Certified Retirement Counselor with ICMA-RC, for a discussion about turning retirement assets into retirement security, estate planning, and healthcare in retirement … Read more. |
Mason's Life/Work Connections team would like to remind faculty and staff about the Bright Horizons Care Advantage Program. Mason employees have free access to Sittercity's comprehensive database of babysitters, nannies, elder companions, pet sitters, and housekeepers, as well as access to YearsAhead eldercare planning and referral assistance. Everyone needs a little help every now and then … Read more. |
Take care of your Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles business at a convenient Mason location. DMV2Go will visit the Fairfax Campus two more times this year, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Merten Hall parking lot: November 20
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Save some money on the Life/Work Connections discount page. Discount opportunities are available for local day spas, cell phone service, local restaurants, and more! You can also connect with discounts arranged through the Mason Merchants program and by the Virginia Department of Human Resource Management … Read more. |
Whether you are new to the Mason community, looking to update your Mason knowledge, or looking for more resources available at Mason, sign up for Mason 101! Mason 101 is a free, in-classroom session that shares the history, organizational structure, and resources of George Mason University, as well as a virtual tour of all Mason campuses and sites. Sign up …
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Mason offers affordable transportation to Dulles Airport and regional cities for the Thanksgiving holiday. Shuttles will leave on Tuesday, November 21, for Dulles Airport and regional cities and return on Sunday, November 26. For a complete list of destinations, departure times … Read more. |
University Libraries hosts a ton of great workshops. Check out their schedule to see what's coming up for November and December ... Read more. |
The Student Support and Advocacy Center announces the re-launch of Emerge, an interpersonal violence ally workshop for faculty and staff. Emerge prepares the Mason community to respond to survivors of interpersonal violence and creates a network of faculty and staff dedicated to supporting survivors. The training will help you respond to student disclosures and assist you in connecting students with resources … Read more. |
George Mason University is required to observe applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. One of OSHA’s requirements is to educate employees on building evacuation procedures and fire prevention. With this in mind, we encourage you to become familiar with the university’s building evacuation procedures and fire safety resources … Read more. |
The next Mason Administrative Professionals (MAP) meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 14, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in The Hub, VIP II. Todd from Jersey Mike's in Courthouse Plaza will join us with some information and some Jersey Mike's treats. Buz Grover, Auxiliary Enterprises, will also stop by to update us on Phase 2 of the Canon Print Project … Read more. |
An information session for unit administrators or anyone working with sponsored projects will be held Wednesday, November 8, at 11 a.m. in Merten Hall, Room 1203. Topics will include updates on policies and procedures, as well as anything new related to sponsored projects … 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 have a response, please include your contact information. Read more. |
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