Category: August 2024

Patriot Packout (PPO) is hosting a special Swap and Hop event during Fairfax Campus move-in! Stop by PPO’s Swap and Hop at Southside’s Patio (covered area) on Saturday, August 24 from 11:00am – 3:00pm. All Mason Patriots are invited to donate like-new and gently items to swap with others or simply claim any donations they need for FREE! Please submit your registration form before stopping by the event: go.gmu.edu/PPOswap.

• Date: Saturday, August 24
• Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Location: Southside Dining Hall Patio (covered outdoor patio area only)
• How It Works:  Bring items you’d like to swap/donate to others or simply take any donated items we’ll have from Patriot Packout, the university’s sustainable moveout program.

 

The election results are in, and we are excited to announce our newly and re-elected senators:

Fairfax Campus:

Stephanie M Atkins, College of Education and Human Development

Matthew Berlejung, Information Technology Services

Susan Brionez, School of Dance

Hannah King, College of Education and Human Development

April Lopez, College of Education and Human Development

Rose Nelson, University Libraries

Lisa Shapiro, Entrepreneurship Programs

Rachel L Spence, Global Education Office

Mason Square Campus:

Regan McClure, Mason Square Library

SciTech Campus:

Kerry Hentges, University Life

Jacquelyn Krehbiel, SciTech Campus Executive Office

Tiffany C Sandstrum, College of Education and Human Development

Donna A Tressler, SciTech Campus Executive Office

At-Large Senator:

Lauren Reese, Information Technology Services

Thank you to our outgoing senators for your contributions and volunteerism:

Elizabeth Barnfield, College of Engineering and Computing

Terry Hurley, Risk, Safety, and Resilience

Lesley Irminger, College of Science

Ashley Marshall-Lanier, Honors College

 

 

 

 

Discounted tickets for Individual performances now available! Faculty, Staff, and Alumni receive 10% off select tickets

Mason faculty, staff, and alumni save 10% off tickets for individual performances at the Hylton Performing Arts Center and the Center for the Arts. Some exceptions apply.

Faculty/staff, present your Mason ID to the Ticket Office to claim your discount. Alumni, call or visit the venue Ticket Offices or register to receive communications and your alumni discount code.

FAculty-staff enrichment day Call for Proposals

Human Resources is excited to announce the upcoming Faculty-Staff Enrichment Day (FSED). Mark your calendar for Tuesday, October 15! This year’s event will focus on faculty and staff engagement, guided by the Gallup Q12.

Human Resources invites you to submit proposals that reflect your expertise and experience. Each proposal should include the following details:

• Title: A descriptive and engaging title for your workshop.
• Presenter(s): Names, designations, and brief biographical information of the workshop presenter(s).
• Description: A concise summary (150-200 words) that outlines the objectives, key takeaways, and interactive elements of the workshop. This is what will be advertised to attendees.
• Session Objectives: Identify the key takeaways of the session.
• Target Audience: Specify the intended audience and any specific prerequisites or requirements.
• Session Format: Describe the format, activities, engagement strategies, and any special resources or equipment needed. E.g. Keynote, Workshop, Panel, Facilitated Discussion, Open House/Resource Info Session etc.
• Duration: All workshop sessions are 30-60 minutes. 60-minutes sessions should consist of a 45- minute presentation, followed by 15 minutes for Q&A. Keynote presentation proposals should be 45 min.
• Audio-Visual Requirements: Outline any audio-visual or technical requirements for the workshop. Please keep in mind this is an in-person event.

Please complete the 2024 FSED Proposals submission form by Friday, August 16, 2024, at 5 p.m.

The selection committee will review all submissions and notify selected presenters by Friday, September 6.

 

Faculty and staff Experience survey Data Review and Action Planning Support

Leadership Opportunity in the Working Fathers Employee Resource Group 

Are you a dedicated father who values work-life balance and supports a thriving workplace culture? Would you like to meet other fathers and have an opportunity to network and share parenthood challenges? We are excited to announce a leadership position opening within our Working Fathers Employee Resource Group (ERG).  

Our Working Fathers ERG is a community dedicated to supporting fathers in balancing their professional responsibilities with family life. We recognize the unique challenges faced by working fathers and strive to create an inclusive environment where they can thrive personally and professionally. The ERG leader(s) would foster a supportive community by organizing events, meetings and activities that promote networking and mutual support among working fathers.   

The Human Resources’ Faculty and Staff Engagement Team provides administrative support to all ERG leaders.  If you are interested in learning more about the Working Fathers ERG and/or serving as a leader of the group, please contact EngageHR@gmu.edu. 

 

New employee resource group announcement

Human Resources is excited to announce the launch of Mason Throughout the Nation (MTN), a new Employee Resource Group for hybrid and remote faculty and staff at George Mason University.

MTN aims to bridge geographical distances and create a supportive network that fosters well-being, connection, and a sense of belonging.  Monthly meetings will be shaped to meet the needs of ERG members.  Sessions will include opportunities to connect and learn through professional development mini-sessions surrounding work-life balance practices, wellbeing, tips and tricks for successful work in a remote and/or hybrid space and much more!

The ERG’s next meeting will be held on Thursday, August 15^th from 12pm-1pm, via Zoom.  Join the MTN Teams channel and/or email sellis16@gmu.edu to be added to the email listserv.  Reach out to sellis16@gmu.edu with questions!

 

Performance Management Mid-Cycle Check-In

The performance midcycle check-in will launch on October 1, 2024, for a/p faculty and classified staff hired on or before June 30, 2024. This check-in is intended to review and reflect on the performance period of April 1 – September 30, 2024. It is a perfect time for supervisors to recognize their team’s work and, if appropriate, submit the Acknowledgment of Extraordinary Contribution for their classified staff. This midcycle check-in is once again optional this year, with the following exceptions:

• The process is required for employees who have not yet participated in an annual evaluation process or to address any performance concerns
• Individual supervisors/units may determine that the check-in is required for a/p faculty and classified staff

Please see the Midcycle Check-in Guidance website for additional information. Questions about this process and any scheduled performance management trainings may be submitted to leaps@gmu.edu.

 

 

The September Staff Senate meeting will feature Deb Dickenson, executive vice president for finance and administration.

Wednesday, September 4
10:00 a.m. 11 a.m. – General Business Meeting
11 a.m. to noon – Guest Speaker
Join the meeting via Zoom*
Passcode: SS123
Call in: 301-715-8592 or 267-831-0333
Meeting ID: 931 0040 3860 / Passcode: 621190

The Staff Senate will collect questions in advance for consideration. Please use the form below to submit your comment, question, or concern by Monday, August 19. We will also be accepting live questions, time permitting.

 

 

*The Staff Senate is requiring that virtual attendees join our Staff Senate General Meetings with their Patriot Pass credentials. If you are already signed into Zoom using your Mason-licensed Zoom account, you should not see a difference. If you are not already signed into your Mason-licensed Zoom account, you will be told authentication is required to join, and prompted to sign in. For more information, please access our helpful FAQ document.