Registration is now open for Safe Zone+ workshops during the spring semester. The Safe Zone+ program helps to create a safe and welcoming campus environment for all students, faculty, and staff. All are welcome to attend, and all workshops are offered virtually. Register here.
Members of the public may attend meetings in person or watch live online.
UPDATED 5/1/25:
Full Board Meeting
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Merten Hall, Room 1201
Committees from 8:30 a.m.
Full BOV meeting starts 11 a.m.
At this meeting, the Board will vote on undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees, and on a resolution in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Full details and meeting materials can be found on the Board of Visitors website.
Recordings of previous meetings can be viewed at the BOV Video Recordings Archive.
Updates from George Mason BOV meeting on Feb. 27
I am excited to serve as Vice Chair during my second term as a Staff Senator. I initially joined the Senate in 2022 as the at-large senator while working remotely from California. In 2024 I returned to Northern Virginia and was re-elected to represent the Fairfax campus. I was honored to be elected to the Vice Chair position by my fellow Senators in December 2024.
During my (almost) 8 years at George Mason, I have seen the Staff Senate as a valuable campus resource, not only for advocacy purposes, but also for fostering connections and creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all staff, regardless of their location. As Vice Chair, I am committed to supporting professional development, well-being, and work-life balance initiatives to enhance the overall staff experience at George Mason University. I hope I can provide the leadership needed to continue the good work of the Staff Senate in creating a thriving, engaged community that reflects the university’s values and mission.
If you have any questions, problems, or concerns and would like the support of the Staff Senate, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly or use the Staff Senate contact form. I look forward to working with you, supporting you, and advocating for you!
Get to know more about me:
Role: My role here at George Mason is Office Manager for the Mason LIFE (Learning Into Future Environments) program. For those not familiar with the program, it is a postsecondary program that provides an inclusive and supportive university experience for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It is an academic program within the College of Education and Human Development. I am often the first and main point of contact for anyone wanting to get more information about the program, which is the best part of my job. Daily tasks include answering questions from students, overseeing the HR process for all the student-wage and non-student wage support staff, and providing administrative support to all administrators and other stakeholders in the program.
George Mason journey: I am now a proud double George Mason alum, having gotten both undergraduate (BA Sociology ’98) and most recently, my master’s degree (MAIS ’23). After having spent most of my career as an administrator at a private preschool, I joined the staff at George Mason in April 2015. I previously served on the Staff Senate 2015 until 2022 before rejoining again this year.
Best thing about working at George Mason: The best thing about working at George Mason is interacting with the students. Seeing the growth from a shy, unsure first-year student to a confident, capable graduate at the end of their four-year journey is amazing!
Another wonderful thing about George Mason is the diversity of the student body, faculty, staff, and university community. I am proud to work at such a thriving university, welcoming environment, and with others who are passionate about the mission of the university.
Why serve on the Staff Senate: When I joined George Mason in 2015, I realized that I was doing the same thing that I had done as a commuter student in the late 90’s… I was coming to campus, doing my job, and then leaving. I didn’t venture out of my office in Krug Hall much, if at all. I thought back to hearing the Staff Senate presentation at my orientation and decided that would be a great way to learn more about other departments, get outside my comfort zone, and interact with more of the university community. I enjoyed my previous stint with Staff Senate and after taking time off to devote time to completing my graduate degree, I am happy to return to the Staff Senate to continue the mission of advocating for staff, educating staff about benefits and resources available, and appreciating all that George Mason has to offer.
At the end of the day: I love being part of the Mason LIFE program. I love that George Mason is an inclusive community for many different people, including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As the saying goes, George Mason is better together and diversity is definitely one of our strengths.
While carrying on the tradition of recognizing our faculty and staff, Human Resources is excited to announce a refresh of the Outstanding Achievement Awards (OOA) award categories for 2025! With additional award categories, we look forward to ensuring all non-student employee classifications have the opportunity to be recognized and appreciated.
Visit the Outstanding Achievement Awards site to review the new awards and submit a nomination in either individual or team award categories. New awards include the Rising Star Award, George Mason Lifetime Legacy Award, Wage Employee Service Award, Campus Culture Champion, Innovation Award, and more!
The Staff Senate will hold an information session and discussion for George Mason classified and non-student wage staff interested in learning about the nomination and election process, the work of the senate, and what senators do. During the presentation, constituents learn about the structure of the senate, how its committees work, the time commitment expected of senators, and there is a Q & A with current representatives.
Wednesday, May 21
10 a.m.
Hosted on Zoom and Merten 1201
Passcode: SS123
Call in: 301-715-8592 or 267-831-0333
Meeting ID: 947 7364 7981 / Passcode: 152397
Add this meeting to your calendar.
The Staff Senate will be in recess during the month of July while we focus on our Staff Senate Election. During August, we will have a closed session to welcome newly elected senators and plan for the new academic year. Our meetings occur the first Wednesday of each month (excluding July and January) from 10 a.m. to noon. You can also place a hold on your calendar for our meetings. We will continue to provide constituents an opportunity to participate in-person and virtually. See below for Zoom access information. Room location will be announced month to month in our Staff Senate newsletter.
Staff Senate Monthly General Meetings
First Wednesday of Each Month (except July and January)
10:00 a.m. to noon – Guest Speaker and General Business Meeting
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 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.
