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Sears Commercial Expands Your Purchasing Power

Between now and December 13, 2009, when you purchase a $100 Sears gift card through Sears Commercial, you pay $95 for it AND receive a FREE $10 gift card. The larger the denomination you purchase, the bigger your savings. This opportunity is not available at Sears retail stores. For details login at myMasonHR, go to the "my Discounts" tab and select "Home and hearth."



Discounted Wizards Tickets at the Verizon Center

See the Wizards play at a discount for Mason faculty and staff. Order tickets with a special offer code at myMasonHR. If you have questions about the offer or would like additional information, please email London Hitchman at lhitchman@washsports.com.

New Services from Tirevan

New on-site services available for Mason faculty and staff. TireVan will be providing Advantage members with reduced cost services including tire rotation ($20), tire balancing ($45) and Michelin windshield wipers ($19.99). Check eFiles for the next date TireVan will be on campus.

Even if your current vehicle needs do not include the above listed services, don't pass up the opportunity to utilize other free services offered by the TireVan Advantage program such as monitoring and notification of manufacturer recalls, tread wear reminders etc. Membership in the program will also net you additional discounts on TireVan's mobile tire installation service when the need arises.

Learn more about this offer and how to become a TireVan Advantage member at myMasonHR (log in and go to myDiscounts and select "Wheels Deals" from the drop down menu).



Spring Break Trip to Morocco

Casablanca is more than a movie! Join the Center for Global Education (CGE) during spring break week (March 6-13, 2010) as they journey to Morocco. Maybe you won't see Bogie, but you will see Casablanca, Rabat, Fes, Marrakech and much, much more. For details, cost, and the itinerary, please visit CGE's Morocco. A deposit is due by December 4, so don't miss your chance to rock the Kasbah!

Congratulations to Mason's Child Development Center!

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Mason's Child Development Center has been named a "2009 Top Daycare Center" by Northern Virginia magazine. Look for the 84 centers to make the list out of hundreds reviewed in the magazine's January 2010 issue. Congratulations to Mason's CDC, caring for the next generation of Mason Patriots!



Complimentary Online Access to American City Business Journals

Mason faculty, staff, and students have access to local business news and information from major metropolitan cities across the nation. For more information, please visit the American City Business Journal flyer.



New Service: Superior Auto Detailing

New on-site service for the Mason community (faculty, staff, students, and retirees) from Superior Auto Detailing. Check eFiles for dates and times when Superior will be on campus. Simply choose your level of service from the menu on myMasonHR, pay online, and schedule your appointment with them directly. You can drop your car, truck, or SUV off when you arrive on campus and drive home with a shiny, clean vehicle. Services are also available at your home. Whatever works best for you!

Superior Auto Detailing, Thomas Boggan, owner, (703) 731-5598




Pacer's Fun Runs!

Pacer's Fun Runs including a new one in Fairfax.

Future Mason Patriots Photo Album

Mason's "Go Red" Photo Album

Check out "News You Can Use" in Articles of Interest


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Mason has a new Perks Card that was designed just for us! Terrific local and national discounts are available. To learn more, please visit myMasonHR.


New Discount Opportunities Available

Part of work/life is helping you maximize your buying power. To that end, some new discounts are available. Please visit the discount pages regularly as we're always on the lookout for a good deal for you!

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Faculty, staff, and graduate students have a complimentary subscription to Sittercity.com's comprehensive database of in-home caregivers providing child care, senior care, pet care, home care, and tutoring. Sittercity makes it simple and fast to find local care providers. To learn more and to register for free access to Sittercity.com, please visit myMasonHR.


Important note: Mason does not own, sponsor, or endorse Sittercity.com. You should always carefully screen and check the references of any caregivers, including those who are listed on Sittercity.com, before you retain their services.



For COVA Care and COVA HDHP Members

A new DVD called the Take Care Road Show is available to outline some key wellness and preventive care programs that are available to you as COVA Care or COVA HDHP members. It's 10 minutes well spent. A Take Care Flyer is also available.

Mason Gear Fridays

Mason Gear Fridays has been extended throughout the year. Be sure to wear your Mason gear EVERY Friday!

Green and Gold Fever

Check out who has Mason Spirit!

Kids at Mason This one is sporting the ultimate in Mason gear, the man himself (Rusty O'Connor)