Engagement at George Mason: Your Go-To Resource for Building a Thriving Workplace
At George Mason University, faculty and staff engagement is a commitment to creating a workplace where every employee feels connected, valued, and empowered to succeed. Employee engagement is about more than job satisfaction. Research shows that engaged employees drive innovation, improve performance, and foster a positive campus culture.
The Engagement at Mason website has a variety of tools and strategies designed to help you and your team thrive, such as:
Gallup Faculty and Staff Experience Survey
George Mason uses Gallup’s Q12 framework to measure engagement and guide action planning. Supervisors can access resources to interpret results and create strategies for improvement. All employees, connected to the VPN, can access the 2024 Faculty and Staff Experience survey results.
Daily Engagement Strategies
Simple actions like recognizing successes, promoting team-building, and maintaining clear communication can make a big difference. The page offers practical tips for fostering connection and collaboration.
Strengths-Based Culture
Through Gallup’s StrengthsFinder, George Mason encourages teams to identify and leverage individual strengths. HR’s Organizational Development team is available to facilitate Strengths conversations. Email hrlearn@gmu.edu to learn more!
Well-Being and Connection
Gorge Mason promotes mental health and well-being through initiatives like Bridge to Belonging, which helps faculty and staff build community in small-group settings.
Stay and Thrive Interviews
These confidential Stay and Thrive conversations help supervisors understand what keeps employees motivated and identify opportunities to enhance belonging and satisfaction.
Explore the full range of resources, including onboarding checklists, recognition programs, and professional development opportunities, by visiting Engagement at George Mason. Whether you’re a supervisor looking to boost team morale or an employee seeking ways to feel more connected, this page is your gateway to a stronger, more engaged George Mason community.
Contact engagehr@gmu.edu with questions!