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Top Mason Salaries Explored
By Connect2Mason Director Christian Smith
In this era of economic difficulty, salaries of college officials are coming under increased scrutiny. Roblink provides the salary for each George Mason University employee, allowing users to search for the top Mason salaries and view a list of salaries alphabetically.
According to Roblink, the top 5 highest paid employees of Mason are:
No Swine Flu at Mason
Update 2:35 pm May 28.
According to George Mason University Press Secretary Dan Walsch, the reported case of Swine Flu was misdiagnosed by the staff member's physician. This means, there has never been a case of H1N1 influenza at Mason.
The Environmental Health & Safety Office has sent the following notice the evening of Wednesday, May 27:
Yesterday, George Mason University announced a case of H1N1 influenza on the Fairfax campus. Upon further investigation, we are relieved to
announce that there is no confirmed case of H1N1 influenza on any Mason
campus at this time.
Updated by Technology Manager Aram Zucker-Scharff and Director Christian Smith
UPDATED
By Connect2Mason Director Christian Smith
A George Mason University staff member has been diagnosed with H1N1 Influenza, also known as Swine Flu, the University Media and Public Relations office confirmed. An initial e-alert was sent by the Environmental Health and Safety Office Tuesday, May 26.
George Mason University Launches a New Homepage
George Mason University launched a new website today, which can be seen at http://www.gmu.edu. The site was redesigned by Web Communications and displays content from a number of Mason departments and offices.
You can see the real-time response of Mason students and faculty in real-time on Twitter under the hashtag #gmuw.
CVPA Opens New Schools
By Connect2Mason Director Christian Smith
The College of Visual Performing is developing several of its departments into schools. Starting this fall, the departments of music, art and visual technology, and dance will become schools of music, art and dance.
Outdoor Hot Dog Stand Opens
By Connect2Mason Director Christian Smith
The new "Famous Hot Dog Wagon," located outside Robinson A, will be operational during the summer months Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Visa Credit Cannot Be Used for Tuition, Fees
By Connect2Mason Director Christian Smith
Starting Aug. 31, the University will no longer accept Visa credit cards for payment of tuition and fees. Visas will still be accepted at other locations such as the bookstore and dining facilities.
Ruling for Administrators in Sigma Chi Appeal
By Connect2Mason Director Christian Smith
The United States Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, Monday, upheld the US District Court’s decision supporting the legality of the sanctions placed on the Iota Xi Chapter of Sigma Chi Fraternity by George Mason University administrators.
Mason Holds First Lavender Graduation
By Connect2Mason Director Christian Smith
University Life’s Office of Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Questioning Resources sponsored the University’s first Lavender Graduation yesterday, a ceremony celebrating the graduating seniors in the LGBTQ community.
University Life’s Office of Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender and Questioning Resources sponsored the University’s first Lavender Graduation yesterday, a ceremony celebrating the graduating seniors in the LGBTQ community.
Tuition Set for 2009-2010 Academic Year
By Connect2Mason Director Christian Smith
At the May 6th meeting of the Board of Visitors, the 2009-2010 tuition increase was proposed and approved:
In-state/out-of-state undergraduate tuition: increased by 6.8 percent
In-state graduate tuition: increased by 9.8 percent
Out-of-state graduate tuition: increased by 7.3 percent
In-state law school tuition: increased 9.7 percent
'Innovations' Event Showcases Projects
The showcase, 2009 Innovations in Teaching and Learning Symposium, was held in Dewberry Hall and exhibited a wide range of university student and faculty research and creations, many of which are placing the university among leading research institutions.