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The programs and services offered by George Mason University are open to all who seek them. George Mason does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic national origin (including shared ancestry and/or ethnic characteristics), sex, disability, military status (including veteran status), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. After an initial review of its policies and practices, the university affirms its commitment to meet all federal mandates as articulated in federal law, as well as recent executive orders and federal agency directives.
Classified Staff: Telework Form Renewal Process Updates
HR News Classified Staff: Telework Form Renewal Process Reminder Classified staff are now required by the Commonwealth to use the Commonwealth of Virginia (COV) Application system when renewing their telework agreements. Previously renewals for the same number of days of telework went through dynamic forms. Going forward, all renewals will…
Read MoreNew Policy: Reporting Hazing Incidents
New Requirements Under Clery Act For Employees to Report Hazing Incidents In December 2024, the federal Stop Campus Hazing Act (SCHA) was signed into law. Among the new requirements of the law is to add hazing as a crime that must be tracked under the Clery Act and reported in…
Read MoreInclement Weather and Telework: Policy 2207
HR News Inclement Weather and Telework: Policy 2207 With snow expected next week, employees are encouraged to review the Inclement Weather/Emergency Closure Policy and discuss flexible work options with supervisors prior to the weather event. All employees are expected to perform their work remotely during inclement weather closures, regardless of…
Read MoreW-2s Are Now Available Online
W-2s Are Now Available Online 2024 W-2s are now available online. Retrieving your electronic copy is easy and immediate! How to Access Your Electronic W-2 Log in to Patriot Web Click “Employee Services” Click “Employee Dashboard” Expand the “Taxes” section Click “W-2 Wage and Tax Statement” Select the tax…
Read MorePrepare for W-2s: Verify Your Permanent Address in Patriot Web
Prepare for W-2s: Verify Your Permanent Address in Patriot Web As we prepare to issue your 2024 Form W-2 in the new year, we’d like to remind you to verify your permanent mailing address in Patriot Web. It is important that your permanent mailing address is reflected accurately on your…
Read MoreUpdate to HR Data and Technology Assistance TDX
HR News Update to HR Data and Technology Assistance TDX Our partners on the HR Technology Services team have updated their Team Dynamix (TDX) ticketing form. All HR Data and HR Technology Assistance Requests should now be submitted through the HR Information Requests & Technology Services Assistance form.
Read MoreNew Procedures for Trash Collection and Cleaning in Campus Offices
HR News New Procedures for Trash Collection and Cleaning in Campus Offices George Mason University is implementing new procedures for trash collection and cleaning in campus offices. These changes support the university’s efforts to increase efficiency and cut costs. Starting on August 1, 2024, these changes will go into effect in…
Read MoreImplementing Chosen Names in MicroStrategy HR Reports
HR News MicroStrategy HR Reports: Chosen Name Updates In compliance with University Policy 1143-Chosen Name and Pronouns Policy, MicroStrategy HR Reports are being updated to reflect an employee’s Chosen Name rather than Legal Name. The implementation of this policy can be tracked on the Registrar’s Chosen Name Display and Uses…
Read MoreReminder: Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Reminder: Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting While everyone should be concerned about child abuse and neglect, the law requires certain individuals to report suspected instances. In 2012, the Virginia General Assembly (SB 239) added “any person employed by a public or private institution of higher education” to the list of…
Read MoreReporting Accidents Reminder
Reporting Accidents Reminder We want to keep the Mason community safe! Please report all accidents, injuries, or conditions that may cause harm to an individual or the university. When dangerous or potentially dangerous conditions are reported, the university can take appropriate action to protect the community. Please report the following…
Read MorePreventing Workplace Violence
Preventing Workplace Violence George Mason University strives to provide employees, students, and visitors a safe place in which to work, study, and live. Mason takes a zero-tolerance approach to workplace violence. It can take many forms; some are obvious while others are subtler. Reporting Procedures All employees are expected…
Read MoreAcceptable Use of State Electronic Resources
Acceptable Use of State Electronic Resources A friendly reminder that state electronic equipment (desktops, laptops, tablets, etc.) is for conducting professional business, despite the fact that they “travel everywhere” with us. All users have a responsibility to ensure they use these resources appropriately. University Policy 1301 (Responsible Use of Computing) and the DHRM…
Read MoreDrug and Alcohol Policy
Drug and Alcohol Policy The abuse of drugs and alcohol by employees is incompatible with the goals of George Mason University. The illicit use of drugs and alcohol can create a serious threat to the safety and welfare of the university community and undermine the productivity of the workforce. Those…
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