Faculty/Staff Announcements
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Campus Updates
25th Annual Health & Fitness Expo
Mason's 25th Annual Health & Fitness Expo will feature interactive health education activities, hands-on demonstrations, fitness instruction, and challenges. This event is free, open to the public, and promotes health, wellness, well-being, fitness, and disease prevention while introducing the Mason community to resources that can help them lead healthier lives and empower their well-being.
25th Annual Health & Fitness Expo
Thursday, March 24, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fairfax Campus, Johnson Center, Dewberry Hall
Save a life at the Health & Fitness Expo Blood Drive. Register using the information below:
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Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
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Visit redcrossblood.org and enter “GMUBLOODDRIVE” to schedule your appointment.
Media, Arts, Design, and Communication Internship and Career Fair
Mason’s Media, Arts, Design, and Communication Internship and Career Fair is coming up on Tuesday, March 29, from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Center for the Arts lobby. This event is hosted by the College of Visual and Performing Arts, Department of Communication, and University Career Services.
Mason students and alumni can meet with recruiters from more than 30 arts, media, and design employers in the D.C. region, including PBS, Live Nation, Wolf Trap, and more.
Registration is required. Faculty and staff should encourage their students to attend. Contact Ryan Braaten with questions.
Register for the Staff Senate Blood Drive
The Staff Senate will host a blood drive on the Fairfax Campus on Wednesday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot near the Hub.
Book your appointment in advance. All donors will receive a tie-dye T-shirt, courtesy of Inova Blood Donor Services.
For more information, visit the Staff Senate website or contact staffsenate@gmu.edu.
Bike to Mason Days
Bike to Mason Days are back in person! Whether you bike to campus regularly for school/work or are contemplating starting to bike, this event is open to all Mason cyclists.
- SciTech: Tuesday, April 19, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Colgan Hall Front Patio
- Fairfax: Wednesday, April 20, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Merten Lawn
- Arlington: Thursday, April 21, 3–7 p.m., Founders Plaza
There will be food, resource information, and fun giveaways. Register today. Questions? Contact transpo@gmu.edu.
Training and Professional Development
Leading to Well-Being Speaker Series: Kevin Fenton
Learn the well-being implications of how COVID-19 has impacted the world and how you can help bring positive change as a leader in Mason's next free Leading to Well-Being Speaker Series webinar.
Senior public health expert Kevin Fenton will join us Tuesday, March 29, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Register today.
Reset to Resilient: CommonHealth Webinar
What's the secret to bouncing back from unpleasant and negative experiences? Resilience is that extra something that allows us to recover from setbacks and adapt to challenging circumstances like the pandemic, the loss of a job, or other difficult situations that life may bring. It is a foundational tool that empowers us to feel effective and capable of handling uncertainty.
Join this CommonHealth webinar to learn more. Let’s do more than just survive—let’s thrive! Register online.
Resources for You
National Walking Day: April 6
The first Wednesday in April is National Walking Day. Walking can contribute to multiple facets of your well-being. See if walking can be part of your active transportation commute. Try it out on April 6!
Contact Mason Transportation for more information about active commuting.
Bright Horizons Resources for Answering Your Young Child’s Questions About War
Calm and simple reassurances can go a long way toward making the world feel safe and manageable. Bright Horizons' early education experts created this resource sheet for any adult supporting young children through times of stress and trauma.
Contact hr@gmu.edu with questions.
Upcoming TIAA Webinars
Help Protect You, Your Family, and Your Money
Tuesday, March 22, 1 p.m.
Register
Are you concerned about identity theft and your family’s security online? TIAA’s Information Security team will discuss how you can protect yourself and your family from cybercriminal social engineering.
Charting Your Course: A Financial Guide for Women
Thursday, March 24, 3 p.m.
Register
Women can face unique financial challenges. Discover tailored approaches to saving for retirement and tips to make your money work hard.
Contact hr@gmu.edu with questions.
Velocity Wings Fairfax Now Accepts Mason Money
Velocity Wings Fairfax in University Mall now accepts Mason Money and is a Patriot Perks member, offering all students, faculty, staff and alumni a 15 percent discount. Check them out at 10697 Braddock Road or visit their website.
For questions about Mason Money or Patriot Perks, contact Aliya Rinaldi, Operations and Business Services.
Upcoming Performances at Mason
Mason School of Dance: Mason Dance Company 2022 Gala Concert
Friday, March 25, at 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 26, at 8 p.m.
Center for the Arts
The Gala Concert is the highlight of the Mason Dance Company season. Featuring City of Rain, by Camille A. Brown; Silent Ghost (excerpt), by Alejandro Cerrudo; a premiere by Larry Keigwin; and a premiere by Christopher d’Amboise, performed by talented dancers at the start of their professional careers.
Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel: Storytelling in Tones
Sunday, March 27, at 2 p.m.
Hylton Performing Arts Center
Become a classical music insider with virtuoso pianist Jeffrey Siegel. Popular with classical music lovers and newcomers alike, his unique “concerts with commentary” format gives the story behind the music. In this concert, you will hear the vibrant works of Scott Joplin, Aaron Copland, Manuel de Falla, and Carl Maria von Weber. This performance is family-friendly.
Edgar Meyer and the Scottish Ensemble
Sunday, March 27, at 4 p.m.
Center for the Arts
Five-time GRAMMY Award-winning bassist and composer Edgar Meyer joins the acclaimed Glasgow-based Scottish Ensemble for a unique program that spans the ages from the Baroque to the present day. A musical innovator, Meyer is credited with relocating the bass from the back of the orchestra to the front, making it the musical centerpiece in his reimagined and original compositions.
Dewberry School of Music: Big Band Showdown
Monday, March 28, at 8 p.m.
Center for the Arts
Join the Mason Jazz Ensemble (director Jim Carroll) for an evening that celebrates the hot sounds and swinging beats of the Big Band era!
Mason School of Theater: Everybody
Multiple performances, March 31 to April 10
Center for the Arts, Harris Theatre
This modern riff on the 15th-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from among the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of living.
Mason Artist-in-Residence: Camille A. Brown & Dancers
Saturday, April 2, at 8 p.m.
Center for the Arts
Called “one of the most sought-after choreographers of her generation” (the New York Times), Camille A. Brown is reclaiming the cultural narratives of African American identity through dance. Now, her Bessie Award-winning company, Camille A. Brown & Dancers, take the stage at the Center for the Arts for the first time. Her bold work taps into both ancestral stories and contemporary culture, capturing a range of deeply personal experiences. A pre-performance discussion will take place in Monson Grand Tier, 45 minutes prior to curtain.
Veterans and the Arts Initiative: Collaborative Quilt Workshop
Saturday and Sunday, April 2–3, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Hylton Center
Registration required
Join us for this two-part family workshop—no quilting or sewing experience required! Combining easy fiber arts and mixed media techniques, Emily Fasick, art educator, Hylton Center, teaches how to create your own unique quilt square that will then be assembled alongside others into a community quilt. Over the course of this intensive weekend workshop, participants will explore themes of storytelling and personal narrative using a range of found materials to make quilt squares that will become part of a collaborative art piece to share with the community. All materials are provided. This workshop is free and open to Veterans, Servicemembers, military family members, and military caregivers.
Hylton Family Series: Paddington Gets in a Jam
Sunday, April 3, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Hylton Performing Arts Center
Now is your chance to see the marmalade-loving bear onstage in his newest escapade. A sweet comedy from the creator of the hit production The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show. Recommended for ages 3–9. The 4 p.m. performance will be sensory-friendly. Sensory-friendly performances are designed to create a welcoming and comfortable arts experience for people with autism or other disabilities. Face coverings are required for patrons ages two and up.
Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel: Evocative Visions
Sunday, April 3, at 7 p.m.
Center for the Arts
Pianist Jeffrey Siegel is popular with classical music lovers and newcomers alike. In his final Keyboard Conversations® concert of the season, he plays the visually inspired masterpieces of Debussy, plus Rachmaninoff, Liszt, and Grieg. An interactive question and answer session will conclude this program. This performance is family friendly.