The Staff Senate September General Meeting featured guest speaker, Chris Ackerman, Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer. Responses to questions not addressed during the session have been collected and published.
For those who missed the meeting, or would like to re-watch the session, the recording is now available.
Whether you’re setting up a new office space or starting a new project, try the Office Supplies Swap before buying new! You can browse posted items or request specific items you need. No ‘swap’ is required! Every item rehomed and rescued from the trash saves your unit money, as well as reducing George Mason’s waste footprint.
Join the discussion and find more sustainability-minded people in the Greener Mason Community on Teams.
Canon Solutions America will continue to provide George Mason’s managed print and mail services under a new contract that brings upgraded printers, improved mailroom services, and more support at Mason Square. Departments will be contacted this fall about new printer installations. You can read the full update here.
Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 16, from 9 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. at Dewberry Hall, and get ready to recharge and connect at Human Resources’ annual Faculty-Staff Enrichment Day (FSED)!
This year, we’re proud to celebrate the theme: “The Future We Choose: Courage. Community. Commitment.”
FSED is your chance to step away from the daily hustle and engage in a dynamic, in-person experience filled with:
Interactive workshops designed to inspire and equip you with new skills
Networking opportunities to build connections across departments
Thoughtful moments to reflect, recharge, and grow alongside your colleagues
For updates and detailed info, be sure to visit the Faculty-Staff Enrichment Day webpage. Questions? Contact us at [email protected].
Supervisors are invited to an interactive session on faculty and staff engagement. Join colleagues in exploring Gallup survey engagement data, discussing best practices, and learning new strategies to strengthen the faculty and staff experience at George Mason.
Sessions are offered on the following dates:
View upcoming sessions and register in MasonLEAPS!
Contact [email protected] with questions!
Do you know someone who embodies compassion, positivity, and joy at George Mason? Nominate them—or yourself—to be recognized as a Kindness Ambassador.
Kindness Ambassadors are members of the George Mason community who are recognized by George Mason University and the Mason Chooses Kindness (MCK) team for their:
Why become a Kindness Ambassador?
Kindness Ambassadors receive:
Nomination Timeline:
How to Nominate:
Nominate a friend, colleague, or even yourself by completing the nomination form here:
Kindness Ambassador Nomination Form
For questions, please contact Mason Chooses Kindness at [email protected].
George Mason’s Center for Community Mental Health (CCMH) offers FREE Emotional Support lines 7 days a week in English (703-215-1898) and Spanish (703-914-3878).
CCMH also offers 3 FREE sessions designed to improve coping skills for all George Mason students, staff, faculty, and contractors. Call 703-993-1370 or email [email protected] for more information.
Get the Most Out of Your Midcycle Check-in and Explore Professional Development Opportunities
The Midcycle Check-in is coming on October 1, offering a great opportunity for classified staff and Administrative/Professional (A/P) faculty to reflect on progress, celebrate successes, and plan for continued growth. This is a time for employees to have a constructive conversation with their manager about work accomplishments and align goals for the remainder of the performance evaluation year (April 1 – March 31).
The Midcycle Check-in is more than just a checkpoint; it’s a chance to take an active role in your professional journey. To prepare for a productive discussion, consider the following:
Register for one of our performance evaluation workshops now:
We encourage you to use the Midcycle Check-in as a springboard for development. Take the time to discuss your aspirations with your manager, explore available training options, and take control of your professional growth. For questions about the performance evaluation process, please email Human Resources at [email protected].
Dr. Gregory Washington, president, George Mason University, has been invited as our October Staff Senate meeting guest speaker.
Wednesday, October 1
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. – Guest Speaker
11 a.m. to noon – Business Meeting
Constituents may attend in person in Merten Hall, Room 1201, or join the meeting via Zoom* / Passcode: SS123
Call in: 301-715-8592 or 267-831-0333
Meeting ID: 931 0040 3860 / Passcode: 621190
Add this meeting to my calendar.
The Staff Senate collected questions in advance for consideration, but the deadline to submit has passed. Live questions will be accepted, time permitting.
The Staff Senate represents all classified and non-student wage employees at George Mason University. Working closely with university administration, we address concerns that have an impact on the quality of work-life for the George Mason community. The work of the senate is accomplished through open and continuous communication with its constituents.
*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 George Mason-licensed Zoom account, you should not see a difference. If you are not already signed into your George 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.
