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Hemlock Overlook's Name Change Electrical Safety at the Office Nominate Students for Vision Awards Undergraduate Academic Advisor of the Year Fiscal Year-End Purchase and Payable Deadlines Ice Skating in Dewberry Hall? Pie Eating Contest at the 9th Annual Block Party? Mason Historian to Host Panel of President Lyndon Johnson’s White House Staff Mason Hoops Square Off with Kent State in BracketBuster Game LGBTQ Faculty, Staff and Allies Social Next LGBTQ Safe Zone Training, February 23 PI Financial Reports for Faculty with Sponsored Projects PI Financial Reports for Grant Administrators
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George Mason personnel wishing to procure chemicals or hazardous materials for non-routine purposes, such as guest lectures or demonstrations, must contact the Office of Laboratory Safety (labsafe@gmu.edu, 993-8448) before acquiring these materials. The Office of Laboratory Safety will ensure that proper material receiving, storage, transportation, and other safe handling procedures are in place in these situations. |
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Hemlock Overlook's Name Change Hemlock Overlook is announcing that it's official name, as approved by Provost Stearns and Dean Gorrell, College of Education and Human Development, has been changed. New name: Hemlock
Overlook Center for Experiential Education As Center Director Susan Johnson explains, "the phrase Experiential Education is more in line with the center's mission. Our mission is as follows: Hemlock Overlook Center for Experiential Education will facilitate, educate and involve individuals and organizations through experiential team building and environmental education while fostering growth and leadership development. The old name was somewhat misleading in that the center does not offer outdoor recreation activities that are commonly associated with outdoor recreation, i.e.: rockclimbing, kayaking, and white water rafting. The opportunities offered at the center actually focus on what is generally known as experiential learning, for example, through internships, practicums, research projects, the team development course, corporate training, and student leadership opportunities." |
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Electrical Safety at the Office Electrical equipment used in the workplace can cause serious shock and burn injuries to employees if not used properly. By following the guidelines offered by North Carolina's Touchstone Energy cooperatives, you can greatly reduce the risk of electrical injury: • Clean up the clutter.
If you have any safety concerns or concerns about this article, contact the Safety Office, 993-2479. |
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Nominate Students for Vision Awards Mason's annual Vision Awards, sponsored by the Office of Diversity Programs and Services (ODPS), is an awards recognition and banquet celebration held annually for Mason students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds and their allies. The event honors students for excellence in academics, leadership, social justice and building of community harmony. This year's Vision Awards celebration will be held on Saturday, April 7. We're now seeking Vision Awards nominations for outstanding students in two categories: Leadership and Social Action/Justice. For distinction in Leadership, students will have successfully held leadership positions in campus or community organizations, and use their leadership to empower others. To be recognized for Social Action/Justice, students will have demonstrated a commitment to social justice work, show understanding of the links between forms of oppression, and work to build bridges across communities. Nominate students from African American, American Indian/Alaskan Native, Asian/Pacific American, Latino/a/Hispanic, Middle Eastern/Arab, and LGBTQ communities as well as students who are allies to these communities. Nomination forms are available at the ODPS Office in SUB I, and the forms will be soon available online at the ODPS website. You can also email rchollar@gmu.edu, and we'll respond with attached nomination forms. Any questions, call 993-2700. Completed nominations are due (to ODPS office, SUB I, Room 224 or by mail at MSN 2F6) by March 5 at 12:00 noon. |
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Undergraduate Academic Advisor of the Year Academic Advisor of the Year nominations are now being accepted. Log on to advisoroftheyear.gmu.edu to submit your nomination. Nominations will be accepted from Monday, February 12 until Friday, March 2. The award will be presented at the Academic Advising Roundtable luncheon on March 28, as part of Academic Advising Awareness Week. Direct any questions to Lynn Siegel, lsiegel@gmu.edu or 993-2477. |
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Are you tired of the daily grind of traffic, noise, and stress from your commute? Do you ever feel like you live in your car? If so, then you are probably suffering from the Commuter Blues. The good news is there is help. Arlington Transportation Partners (ATP) is an organization that provides resources and support to commuters in the DC Metropolitan region. ATP will help you find suitable alternative means of transportation which will help save you time, money, and your sanity. To learn more about how ATP can help you get over your commuter blues, visit their website at www.commuterpage.com. In order to better analyze each commuter's needs, ATP has prepared this electronic version of their Personalized Transportation Options Portfolio card to complete. Just click on this link to go to the survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=866393198305. You may also contact Anne Whitley, the Transportation Coordinator at Mason if you would like help planning your commute. Anne can be reached by phone at 993-9530 or via e-mail at awhitle1@gmu.edu. |
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Strike it rich with our Pot ‘O Gold Certificate. Apple’s newest savings opportunity will charm you and your nest egg with 5.75% APY* for 16 months. But hurry, you can only treasure this new money offer for a limited time. Apple’s Fast Track IRA Certificate has the horsepower to rev-up your retirement savings with a high 6.3% APY* for 14 months. Make a break for the finish early, as this offer is only available for a limited time. Stop the cycle of debt in 2007 with a 0% APR* Balance Transfer Rate to an Apple Platinum Visa® card. Offer valid until February 28. Enterprise will make your first loan payment for you, up to $400. Simply shop their Winter Rush Auto Sales Event through February 28, and finance with Apple, and your first payment in on them. Visit our website for an instant loan decision 24/7. For information on all Apple promotional offers, visit www.applefcu.org or stop by the Johnson Center Apple branch. |
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Fiscal Year-End Purchase and Payable Deadlines As the end of the fiscal year 2007 approaches on June 30, you need to be aware of some important dates related to the university’s fiscal year-end. Read and keep this information to assist in your year-end planning. Departments should begin planning their purchases and/or payments to ensure that supplies, equipment, and services paid from Educational and General (E & G) funds are delivered and paid for by fiscal year-end. The cut-off dates below have been established to allow sufficient time necessary for Purchasing and Accounts Payable to complete the purchase, delivery, invoice submission and payment processes by June 30. Our combined efforts will ensure that year-end purchasing and payments are efficient and effective. Every attempt will be made to process all requirements as they are submitted. Items with longer lead times should be submitted immediately in order to guarantee being charged to this fiscal year’s budget. It is recommended that you do not wait until the deadline date to begin submitting your requisitions. Be aware that for deliveries (or invoices) received on purchase requisitions submitted after the dates listed below, payment may not be processed until the new fiscal year which will result in charges to next year’s funds. Descriptions of services and submission dates follow: · VCE Office System
Furniture (all dollar values) - submit by March 1 When competitive sealed bidding or negotiation is required the time needed for the procurement may be longer. In accordance with the Commonwealth of Virginia Prompt Pay Act, the 30-day payment cycle requires that vendor invoices for received goods or services must reach Accounts Payable by May 31, in order to have current fiscal year budgets charged. Check Requests and eVA (non-small purchase card) orders for less than $500 will be processed through June 12. Keep in mind that payment cannot be made on invoices received prior to the receipt of the goods or services. Reminder: The small purchase credit card is a terrific way to make year-end purchases. The card may be used for operational purchases of less than $2,000 and is encouraged for all transactions with vendors that accept the card. If you have any questions, contact Purchasing and Accounts Payable at 993-2580. |
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Beat the winter doldrums with a touch of spring and help the American Cancer Society at the same time by participating in Mason's annual Daffodil Days. Daffodil Days is an opportunity for faculty and staff to support the American Cancer Society by purchasing a bunch (10) of daffodils or a pot of 3-4 mini bulbs for $10.00 each. This year there is a new addition -- Hugh R. Hope, a special Boyd's bear designed exclusively for Daffodil Days Bear & a Bunch (or Bear & a Pot) for $25, while supplies last. Because we got off to a late start, the deadline for Daffodil Days ordering has been extended to Friday, February 23. Daffodils will be distributed on Tuesday, March 13. The Daffodil Days coordinator in your office or department has order forms and will take care of both your order and the pick up of your flowers. Contact Raquel Winston at rwinsto1@gmu.edu if you have any questions. We look forward to another year of daffodils in spring in support of the American Cancer Society. Thank you for your help in making Daffodil Days a success. |
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Ice Skating in Dewberry Hall? Pie Eating Contest at the 9th Annual Block Party? Check out the great events for the Mason community throughout Homecoming 2007, February 11 - 17. See what's happening and register now at: www.gmu.edu/homecoming. I'm in...are you? |
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Due to the new law, effective January 23 that now requires Americans to show passports when returning from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and other places, University Services has arranged with the US Post Office to come to Mason for one day and process passport applications. The passport fair will be held on Tuesday February 13 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in the Johnson Center, Room 116. Fees: Documents needed:
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Mason Historian to Host Panel of President Lyndon Johnson’s White House Staff The Mason Forum, a speaker series hosted by scholar-in-residence Richard Norton Smith, announces the first program in the series, Remembering LBJ, on President’s Day, Monday, February 19, at 11:00 am in the Edwin Meese Conference Room, Mason Hall. The program is free and open to the public. More than 30 years after his death, Lyndon B. Johnson's White House tapes are contributing to a significant reassessment of his presidency—confirming the old adage that history itself is “argument without end.” This forum will examine Johnson’s presidency from the inside out—featuring former Johnson White House staffers Jack Valenti, Bess Abell and Roger Wilkins—historical players and observers of some of the great events of our time, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Voting Rights Act of 1965, the Great Society, the Vietnam War and Medicare. Faculty are encouraged to invite students to attend this event, which will include a question and answer session. The Mason Forum will also host Bob Woodward on March 7 at the Arlington Campus for a talk and book signing. The other two events will be announced as details become available. |
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Mason Hoops Square Off with Kent State in BracketBuster Game The Mason men's basketball team will face Kent State on Saturday, February 17 at 4:00 pm in the Patriot Center as part of the ESPNU BracketBuster event. Tickets ($11 adult, $6 youth) are still available at the Patriot Center Box Office or by calling (703) 573-SEAT. The first 1,000 fans at the game will receive a statue of Coach Jim Larranaga cutting down the net during Mason's Final Four run last season. Prior to the Kent State game, the Homecoming Block Party will begin at 12:30 pm. Following the game, there will be fireworks over Mason Pond. For more information on the Patriots and the matchup against Kent State, visit GoMason.com |
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LGBTQ Faculty, Staff and Allies Social Reminder: You are invited to join Adrienne Douglass and Jonathan May for a social hour bringing together Mason faculty and staff of the LGBTQ community and their allies on Thursday, February 15, at 6:00 pm, at Fat Tuesday’s located at the back lower level of the University Mall. Come share drinks and good conversation for as long or little as you would like. We look forward to seeing you there. Adrienne Douglass,
Psy.D,. Counselor, Mason Counseling Center, 993-2380 For more Information contact Adrienne or Jon above, as well as Ric Chollar, LGBTQ Services of the Office of Diversity Programs & Services, 993-2702, rchollar@gmu.edu. |
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Next LGBTQ Safe Zone Training, February 23 The Office of Diversity Programs & Services (ODPS) and Mason's Safe Zone Training team announce the next opportunity to increase knowledge and skills as an ally and to help our campus become safer and more welcoming for our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) community members. The Next Safe Zone Training is on Friday, February 23 in Johnson Center, Room 240A, Paul Robeson Room. The Safe Zone program assists LGBTQ students, faculty, and staff by providing visible support and access to resources; and assists allies by giving them the opportunity to make their support known to the Mason campus community. The Safe Zone training explores the experiences and challenges faced by LGBTQ people on campus, ways that homophobia and oppression effect the campus community, specific information on transgender experiences, skills for being an effective ally, and the range of resources available to LGBTQ community members. Following the training, participants can choose to receive and post stickers and/or buttons, visibly identifying them as safe zones for anyone with LGBTQ-related concerns to speak with. RSVP to rchollar@gmu.edu, or call 993-2702, to register for these training opportunities. Thanks to all for helping Mason be a place for people of all genders and sexual orientations to learn, live, and be fully themselves. |
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Lunch & Learn: Mason's New Home Buyer's Assistance Program. Join Sonu Mittal from Chevy Chase Bank for a presentation on Home Buyer's Assistance, Mason's home financing resource for faculty, staff, alumni, and students. Learn about tools and resources that will save you time and money when considering to purchase, sell or refinance your home. This workshop will take place on Thursday, February 15, from 12:00 noon until 1:00 pm in SUB II, Room 3. To register for this seminar, visit http://hr.gmu.edu/training/ WeightWatchers at Work – New Session Now Underway. Mason's new 17-week session of WeightWatchers at Work will have its second meeting this Friday, February 16 in the Johnson Center, Room E, from 11:30 am until 12:15 pm. The cost of the series is $196 for all 17 sessions; participants may register at any time and the cost will be pro-rated based on the number of sessions attended. To register, show up at the next session and pay your fee. |
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Every Wednesday from 1:30 pm until 3:30 pm faculty and staff are welcome to stop by Innovation Hall, Room 215-G for assistance with any eVA transaction including confirming orders, eVA access requests, new orders and quick quote requests. Although no registration is required, eVA users may contact Rob Parker at rparker7@gmu.edu or call 993-2089 to reserve a time. |
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Tuesday, February 13, 9:00 am to 12:00 noon, Innovation Hall, Room 215-G. This hands-on workshop provides an overview of Virginia's electronic purchasing system for individuals who purchase goods and services costing less than $2,000. Obtaining a state-issued eVA user name and password is recommended. The eVA log-in request form, available in the eVA Resources section of the Fiscal Services web site, may be used to request an eVA user name and password. Those interested in the workshop may call Rob Parker at 993-2089 for information or register online at: http://ittraining.gmu.edu |
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PI Financial Reports for Faculty with Sponsored Projects Thursday, February 15, 9:30 am to 10:30 am, Innovation Hall, Room 215-G. This workshop is for George Mason University faculty who review financial transactions related to sponsored projects. It includes hands-on training to view two standard Discoverer reports, PI Reports and PI Reports by Month Range, to obtain a high level summary of financial transactions for projects with the ability to drill for details of all charges, including personnel charges. An Office of Sponsored Programs representative will be available to answer questions. Those interested may call Rob Parker at 993-2089 for information or register online at: http://ittraining.gmu.edu/ |
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PI Financial Reports for Grant Administrators Thursday, February 15, 11:00 am to 12:00 noon, Innovation Hall, Room 215-G. This workshop is for George Mason University Grant Administrators and other staff who review financial transactions related to sponsored projects. This hands-on workshop will provide an overview of the Discoverer PI Reports and PI Reports by Month Range that present a high level summary of financial transactions for projects, with the ability to drill for details of all charges, including personnel charges. Those interested may call Rob Parker at 993-2089 for information or register online at: http://ittraining.gmu.edu/ |
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Thursday, February 22, 9:00 am to 12:00 noon in Innovation Hall, Room 215-G. This workshop is for individuals who work with budget and financial activity. It provides an overview of the University's Banner Finance system and chart of accounts. It includes hands-on training to view and utilize reports generated by the system. Those interested may call Rob Parker at 993-2089 for information or register online at: http://ittraining.gmu.edu/ |
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Tuesday, February 27, 9:00 am to 12:00 noon in Innovation Hall, Room 215-G. This workshop will provide an overview of Administrative Policy No. 2101, Travel Authorization and Reimbursement Policies as well as detailed information concerning processing travel authorizations before a trip and travel reimbursement requests at the conclusion of a trip. Procedures for purchasing airline/train tickets and hotel accommodations will also be covered. The workshop will also include a demonstration of the Travel Request System, the Mason web-based application for preparing authorizations and reimbursement requests. Those interested may call Rob Parker at 993-2089 for information or register online at: http://ittraining.gmu.edu/ |
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