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Student Wage Jobs? Advertise Your Positions with Career Services New Rules Regarding Use of NVCC A or C Faculty Permit in Mason Lots Carnegie Scholars Program 2009 Nominate a Sustainability Hero Coaching Corner: Thirteen Coaching Competencies - Part 5 Last Week to Make Outstanding Supervisor Nominations Apple FCU - Locally Grown. Locally Owned. Fall Sports Pass Ticket Package Available for Upcoming Soccer & Volleyball Seasons ELI Offers Free Writing Seminar for Non-Native Speakers of English
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Student Wage Jobs? Advertise Your Positions with Career Services Students are coming back soon and are very anxious to work on campus. Beginning mid-August, there will be an avalanche of students looking for work on campus. Anticipate your needs for the Fall semester and get your positions advertised in the Career Services office. Provide the following information: Position description
Send them to careerhp@gmu.edu or fax to 993-2361. Your positions will be advertised until filled. Questions? Call Pat Williams at 993-2362. |
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New Rules Regarding Use of NVCC A or C Faculty Permit in Mason Lots Beginning with the Fall 2008 semester, vehicles parking in Mason faculty/staff and general lots with a Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC) A or C faculty permit needs to come to Mason’s Parking Services office to be issued a complimentary hangtag permit valid in faculty/staff and general lots. To issue the Mason permit a NVCC faculty/staff ID must be shown. When parking in Mason lots, a vehicle will need to display their complimentary hangtag permit along with having their NVCC sticker displayed. If either is missing, this will be considered invalid and the vehicle may be cited accordingly. If you have any questions, contact Mason Parking Services at parking@gmu.edu or 993-2710. |
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Starting Thursday, 8/21 through Sunday, 8/25 approximately 5,000 resident Mason students will move in. Thursday,
8/21 and Friday, 8/22 Expect heavy traffic
on the following roads: Expect heavy traffic
in the following parking areas: Saturday,
8/23 and Sunday, 8/24 Expect heavy traffic
on the following roads: Expect heavy traffic
in the following parking areas: For more information, please visit housing.gmu.edu/movein or e-mail Sheri Weathers at sweathe2@gmu.edu. |
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Did you know that George Mason University recycles cell phones and rechargeable batteries? Recycle locations are listed below. Johnson Center by
the info desk For questions or comments call 993-2547 or email rlim2@gmu.edu. |
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Carnegie Scholars Program 2009 The Carnegie Corporation of New York, through the Carnegie Scholars Program, is supporting individual scholars whose research extends the boundaries of knowledge about Islam and Muslim communities. The overall aim is to build a critical mass of thoughtful and original scholarship in order to add to our fund of knowledge regarding Islam as a religion as well as the cultures and civilizations of Muslim societies and communities, both in the United States and abroad. The Provost's Office is seeking nominees who will pursue new scholarship on topics such as • Islam's relationship
with international law, science, banking, property, democracy, pluralism
or tolerance. Up to 20 fellowships, lasting one to two years, will be awarded this year; the maximum amount per fellowship is $100,000. Nominees may range from recent PhDs to more established scholars. For more information regarding the program, see www.carnegie.org/sub/program/scholars.html. In order to be considered
for this fellowship opportunity, candidates must be nominated by the
Provost. If you are interested, submit the following by August 21, to
Marcy Glover (mglover2@gmu.edu
or MSN 3A2), Global and Educational Programs Coordinator, Office of
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Nominate a Sustainability Hero The new Sustainability Hero Award is given to a faculty or staff member or a group of faculty and/or staff members who have furthered university sustainability efforts through their creativity, dedication and heart. Heroes have gone above and beyond their core duties to seek out creative solutions that have reduced Mason's impact on our local or global communities. Examples may include the conducting of educational and awareness campaigns, process changes that promote resource reduction and efficiency improvements, and direct reduction in departmental resource use. Nominations will be accepted until the first day of the Fall semester. Visit the sustainability website to find out more about this new award and how to nominate a Hero. |
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Coaching Corner: Thirteen Coaching Competencies - Part 5 We are continuing to highlight Thirteen Coaching Competencies from a recent book about coaching skills by Chris W. Chen. This week we are addressing: Following Through. Keeping your commitments. Monitoring outcomes of the coaching process and providing additional assistance when necessary. Trust is a critical component of any coaching relationship. Keeping your commitments helps build and maintain trust. Showing an ongoing commitment to the long-term success of the person you are coaching also builds a strong relationship. Listening for Understanding. Demonstrating attention to and conveying understanding of others. Listening is another indicator of respect. It requires keeping your mind open to what others say, attending well to both the content of what they say and the feelings they may be expressing (sometimes unconsciously). Listening effectively almost invariably involves checking your understanding of others' messages by reflecting what you hear, using such phrases as, "What I hear you saying is ... " and, "You seem to be concerned about .... " Coaching Corner is also available online on the Coaching page of the Employee Relations website. From Coaching Training by Chris W. Chen. ASTD Press, 2003. |
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Fall Award Nomination Period Underway. It's time to start thinking about the superstars in your office and consider nominating an employee or colleague for an Outstanding Achievement Award. HR & Payroll is accepting nominations for the Outstanding Achievement Award, Exceptional Support Award, David W. Rossell Quill Award, and the Martha J. Reiner Quality Customer Service Award. The nominations are due in Human Resources & Payroll by Friday, September 12. The ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, October 21 in the Johnson Center, Dewberry Hall. For a detailed list of all awards and their related nomination forms, go to HR's Semi-Annual Awards page. Cream of the Crop Award. I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream. Do you have an employee who is the cream of your crop? Reward him or her with a pint of ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s. Certificates are good in any Ben & Jerry’s store or grocery store that sells their products and are good through December 31. Send a brief description of why the employee should receive this award along with the G number and name of the employee to the Reward and Recognition Coordinator at awards@gmu.edu. For more information call 993-2739. Catch a Wave of Mason Spirit. Just a reminder that Mason Gear Fridays are always in fashion. Show your true colors by wearing Mason gear every Friday. Groove in the green and go for the gold. And remember, you always have a 10% discount at the bookstore with your Mason faculty or staff ID. |
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Last Week to Make Outstanding Supervisor Nominations Friday, August 22, is the deadline for submitting nominations for the Fall 2008 Outstanding Supervisor Award. This is your chance to give your boss the recognition he or she deserves. Don't miss this opportunity. Any staff member may nominate their supervisor by completing a nomination form and submitting three letters of support that describes how the supervisor meets the award criteria. Award criteria includes:
The award presentation will be held during the Outstanding Achievement Award Ceremony on October 21. More information and nomination forms are available at the Staff Senate website. Contact Sarah Knapp, the Staff Senate Administrative Assistant, at 993-4141 with any questions. |
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Bistro. Beginning this fall, Mason Dining will be offering $5 lunch in the Bistro to all Mason employees.
Southside. When the doors open, Mason employees will be able to enjoy $5 lunch on Friday’s in Southside. End the week on a positive note. Arlington and Prince William Campuses. Mason employees will receive a 10% discount when using Mason Money at the following dining venues:
Mason Dining invites you to participate in the convivial atmosphere. |
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Faculty and staff, it’s that time again. BYTE (Build Your Technology & Teaching Expertise) Week is here. Starting Monday, August 18 through Friday, August 22, BYTE week will offer new workshops in Adobe Creative Suite 3; myMason Portal; NextGen Research; Blackboard Learning System; and so much more. Check the website for the complete catalog of workshops and to register. http://ittraining.gmu.edu/byte/default.cfm For additional information or questions, e-mail TOPS (Training in Office & Productivity Skills) at: training@gmu.edu or call 993-3426. |
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Apple FCU - Locally Grown. Locally Owned. eXtras Checking: Earn an easy $50. One new Apple Checking account + one free Visa® Check Card = $50 in your pocket after your first point-of-sale purchase with your new Check Card. Get some eXtra credit in your Apple account today. Chantilly Branch: Opens September 15. Located at 3915-B Centreville Rd. (and Rt. 50, next to CVS), Apple's 17th branch features cash services, walk-up 24-hour ATM, extended Saturday hours and much more. Be sure to stop in after the opening for special branch-specific promotions. Apple FCU is Standing Strong, Safe & Secure. Despite troubles among other financial institutions, Apple's financial health remains solid. All deposits are federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), a U.S. Government Agency. For more information, visit AppleFCU.org or stop by the Mason Branch in the Johnson Center. |
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Fall Sports Pass Ticket Package Available for Upcoming Soccer & Volleyball Seasons Interested George Mason fans can purchase a Fall Sports Pass for just $45 for the soccer and women's volleyball seasons. The Fall Sports Pass will get you in to any men's soccer, women's soccer or women's volleyball contest during the Fall of 2008. The men's soccer team will host nine home games, while the women's soccer team will play eight home games. Women's volleyball will play a total of 11 home matches in the Field House. Regular admission to these events is $5. To purchase a Fall Sports Pass, contact the Mason Athletic Ticket Office at 993-3270. For a complete list of home matches visit: http://gomason.cstv.com/tickets/promotional-schedule.html |
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The George Mason University Child Development Center (CDC) is sponsoring a Children's Carnival for ages 2 - 10 on August 19 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the new Child Development Center. The carnival will feature games, food and fun. The Mason community is invited to attend this fun summer bash with their children. Tickets for food and all the activities will be sold at the carnival. There is no parking available at the CDC, so guests should plan to park elsewhere on campus. |
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Are your walls looking bare in your office? Student Centers has the solution for you. Beyond the Wall Poster Sale will be here at Mason on the Fairfax campus, located in the Johnson Center, Patriot Corner on the Atrium level from September 2 - September 12, 10:30 am - 7:30 pm. We accept Mason Money, Cash and Credit Cards. Stop by and pick up some wall decorations and gifts for you and yours. |
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ELI Offers Free Writing Seminar for Non-Native Speakers of English This Fall the English Language Institute will offer a free two-part writing seminar for international graduate students and visiting scholars. The seminar will be held on the Fairfax campus. Seminar in Graduate-Level Writing, Part One (Basics of Good Writing) - Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm, September 3 to October 8 Seminar in Graduate-Level Writing, Part Two (Research Writing) - Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm, October 15 to November 19. To register or for more information, contact Melissa Allen at malle2@gmu.edu or 993-3642 |
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Come join us for the free BYTE Week workshops. START
Workshops Tuesday, August
19 Wednesday, August
20 Thursday, August
21 Friday, August 22 TOPS
Workshops Tuesday, August
19 Wednesday, August
20 Thursday, August
21 Friday, August 22 Register by visiting our website at http://ittraining.gmu.edu/workshops.cfm |
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Fiscal Services Walk-in Assistance. Every Wednesday, 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm, Research I, Room 92. Faculty and staff are welcome to stop by for assistance with issues related to eVA, Banner Finance, travel, food and beverage, and PI Reports. No appointment is necessary. Call Joey Carls at 993-2089 for additional information. Travel Request System. Wednesday, August 20, 10:00 am to 11:00 am, Johnson Center, Room 311B. This hands-on workshop for faculty and staff provides an opportunity to use Mason’s Travel Request System for trip planning, approval, and reimbursement. Banner Finance Self Service. Thursday, August 21, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, Johnson Center, Room 311B. This workshop for faculty and staff who work with budget and financial activity provides an overview of the University's Banner Finance system and chart of accounts. It includes hands-on training to view reports generated by the system. PI
Financial Reports for Faculty with Sponsored Projects. Tuesday,
August 26, 9:30 am to 10:30 am, Johnson Center, Room 311B. Basic eVA Purchasing. Thursday, August 28, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Johnson Center, Room 311B. Hands-on workshop for utilizing Virginia's electronic procurement system to purchase goods and services less than $2,000. Contact Joey Carls 993-2089 for information or register online at http://ittraining.gmu.edu/. |
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