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Staff Senate Newsletter:
October 2019
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The October Staff Senate general meeting featured guest speaker David Farris, executive director of safety and emergency management, Environmental Health and Safety. The discussion focused on active threat preparedness, response procedures, physical security, and Q&A regarding initiatives and resources at Mason. Watch here ... |
The Staff Senate will welcome Tom Davis, Rector, George Mason University, to the November Staff Senate general meeting. Rector Davis will provide an introduction to the responsibilities and activities of the university's Board of Visitors. Wednesday, Nov. 6
10:30 a.m. to noon
Fairfax: Merten Hall, Room 1201
Videoconferencing/Webex available … Read more. |
Congratulations to Kristen Greiner, advancement program coordinator in Mason’s office of University Advancement and Alumni Relations, for being selected as the October 2019 Employee of the Month! Read more about Kristen in this Mason News article. Do you know a superstar? Make sure they receive the deserved recognition and submit a nomination for Mason’s Employee of the Month. Additional information can be found on the Human Resources and Payroll website. |
Please join us at the Outstanding Achievement Awards ceremony. It’s sure to be a scream as we honor your colleagues for their exceptional contributions to Mason. Halloween costumes are welcome at this “spooktacular” ceremony! Thursday, Oct. 31
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Dewberry Hall, Johnson Center ... Read more. |
Save the date! The Winter Wellness Flu Shot Clinics will be held at Mason on the following dates: Arlington: Oct. 9, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. SciTech: Oct. 15, 10 a.m. to noon Fairfax: Follow up clinic on Nov. 5 … Read more. |
Volunteer Opportunity: Parking Appeals Board October Biking Classes at Mason Shuttle Schedule During Fall Break DMV2Go on the Fairfax Campus… Read more. |
Sponsored by Mason Libraries, the Edible Book Festival features creative food projects inspired by books or stories. Physically resembling books or referring to an aspect of a story, entries include both the real book and the edible version. Friday, Oct. 11
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fenwick Library 1014 A/B … Read more. |
University Police and Environmental Health & Safety host facilitated views of the university’s Active Threats Awareness and Prevention video. During each two-hour session, held in the Johnson Center Cinema, University Police and EHS will review the university’s active threat response procedures and address questions and concerns raised by the audience. Upcoming session: Wednesday, Oct. 16
9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Johnson Center, Cinema ... Read more. |
The 2019–20 George Mason basketball season will tip off with one of the best Mason traditions: Mason Madness! Friday, Oct. 18
8 p.m.
EagleBank Arena, Fairfax Campus ... Read more. |
Cirque Mei - Elite Circus Artists and Acrobats from the Hebei Province, China
• Saturday, Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Center for the Arts
• Thursday, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m.
Merchant Hall, Hylton Performing Arts Center
Taj Express - The Bollywood Musical Revue
• Saturday, Nov. 9 at 8 p.m.
Concert Hall, Center for the Arts
• Friday, Nov. 15 at 8 p.m.
Merchant Hall, Hylton Performing Arts Center …
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The Office of the President and the ROTC unit at George Mason University invites all Mason community members who have proudly served the country to attend the Annual Veterans Day Luncheon. Friday, Nov. 8
11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Center for the Arts Concert Hall, Main Lobby … Read more. |
Information Technology Services (ITS) is enhancing the Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) program at Mason. The first phase of this effort is to simplify authentication options to align with current security standards. Effective Nov. 19, users will need to use the Duo Mobile App (Duo Push or Passcodes), a Yubikey, or Bypass Codes as their second factor. Telephone calls and SMS text messages will not be available as they are no longer considered secure… Read more. |
A 529 plan is a savings plan that helps families save for future qualified higher education expenses. Taxpayers enjoy the additional benefit of a state income tax deduction on contributions to their 529 accounts. Wednesday, Oct. 9
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Live webinars… Read more. |
Mason is partnering with BurnAlong to pilot the app that offers on-demand fitness and health classes.The first 1,000 faculty and staff and first 6,000 students will receive free access! … Read more. |
The Commonwealth of Virginia (COV) Voluntary Group Long-Term Care Insurance Program (LTC) is accepting new enrollees from September 16 – October 11 with coverage beginning December 1. Long-term care insurance helps pay for care and service expenses, such as nursing home care or at-home care, when help is needed. … Read more. |
Orangetheory Fitness located at University Mall at 10621 Braddock Road, Suite J, Fairfax, VA 22032, provides a complimentary session and discounted rates for Elite or Premier memberships. With a valid Mason ID, the discount is available for all faculty, staff, students, and retirees. … Read more. |
Learn well-being leadership skills for professional and personal success in these upcoming certificate programs from Mason’s Center for the Advancement of Well-Being: Change Your Life for Greater Well-Being through Positive Leadership Learn Well-Being Leadership Skills to Manage Complexity and Stress Become a Certified Leadership and Well-Being Coach … Read more. |
The Support Group for Working Mothers at Mason is one way Mason faculty, staff, and students can come together, discuss the issues confronting working mothers, and perhaps motivate changes on campus. Upcoming meeting dates ... 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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