The next meeting of the UMW Book Club will take place from noon to 1 p.m. on Feb. 15, 2017, in Lee Hall, Room 414. The group will be reading The Interestings, by Meg Wolitzer. UMW Book Club members qualify for a discounted price on books purchased from the University Bookstore. For pricing information, contact Margaret Mock at mmock@umw.edu or x1017.
RecycleMania 2017
On Feb. 5, UMW begins its 9th season of RecycleMania, a friendly recycling competition, between U.S. and Canadian colleges and universities. RecycleMania provides a fun and friendly way to engage in waste reduction through recycling. We are not changing the recycling program!
Visit sustainability.umw.edu for details and a link to RecycleMania.
2017 is the year for us to regain our title as recycling the most per capita weight among Virginia colleges and universities. We held this title in 2013, 2014 and 2015, so let’s bring the bragging rights back to UMW.
COMING SOON: information on the annual Shred Event for confidential UMW documents.
Everyone can contribute to our RecycleMania success:
- Be a role model; inspire others by recycling.
- Keep an eye out in your building; do you have needed recycling bins?
- Make sure bins are clearly labeled. Request labels, bins or other supplies through the Facilities Services Work Management System.
- Request recycling bins at catered events in your department/building.
- REDUCE and REUSE.
RECYCLE FOR THE WIN!
7th Annual COAR Variety Show
COAR will be having its 7th Annual Variety Show on Feb. 17, 2017, at 7 p.m. Come on out for a night of exciting performances and raffle prizes! Tickets for entry and raffle tickets are $1 each. All proceeds go toward UMW’s Alternative Spring Break program, which works in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity. You don’t want to miss out!
A message from President Paino
To the UMW community:
As you probably are aware, the White House issued an executive order last Friday barring entrance into the United States for at least 90 days by citizens of seven countries: Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen. The same order suspends the United States’ refugee resettlement program for 120 days. In the days following, multiple federal courts acted to temporarily stay certain portions of the executive order and enable some of those affected to enter the country. At the present time, there remains much uncertainty and confusion regarding the ultimate impact of this executive action.
Please know that the University of Mary Washington is doing all within its power to provide support to any students, staff, and faculty who might be affected by this order. The Center for International Education has been in direct contact with any citizens of the named countries who are attending or working at UMW. Other community members with specific questions may also contact the Center, located on the fourth floor of Lee Hall (654-1434 or jsainz@umw.edu). For any students experiencing anxiety, the Talley Center on the first floor of Lee Hall is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays (540-654-1053).
Our university will always strive to support the interests of our students, faculty, and staff, and we will work to ensure that our community’s values and mission are respected and maintained. Regardless of background, faith, nationality, identity, or political perspective, all members of our UMW community are valued and help to make Mary Washington the inclusive, vibrant, and intellectually engaging community that it is.
Sincerely,
Troy D. Paino, J.D., Ph.D.
President
IRS 1095 Information Available
IRS 1095 forms required under the Affordable Care Act will be mailed to state health plan participants beginning the week of Jan. 30, 2017. Please see the attached document with additional information, which may be helpful to employees.
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2017 Eagle Awards Nominations Now Open
Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2017 UMW Eagle Awards!
The Eagle Awards highlight students, student organizations, staff, and faculty who have provided leadership and contributed outstanding service through involvement in activities and organizations. The Eagle Awards are an opportunity for the University community to recognize those who have made extraordinary contributions to the campus and greater community.
Any member of the student body, faculty, and staff can nominate deserving students or organizations. Individuals may not nominate themselves; however, they can nominate an organization they are in. Only students can nominate a faculty or staff member for the Giving Tree Award.
You can review and complete all nomination forms in OrgSync through the CHLS portal: https://orgsync.com/59560/chapter.
Award winners, as well as nominees, will be recognized at the Eagle Awards ceremony on Wednesday, April 12, at 6 p.m. in the Chandler Ballroom, University Center. All are welcomed to attend.
Please direct questions about the nomination process to Marissa DiMeo, Student Events Coordinator for CHLS, at mdimeo@umw.edu or ext. 5643.
Human Rights & Media Freedom Issues in Contemporary Turkey
Human Rights and Media Freedom Issues in Contemporary Turkey: Featuring Abdulhamit Bilici and Mahir Zeynalov.
All are welcome to attend a panel on media freedom and human rights issues in contemporary Turkey, sponsored by the Middle East Studies Program, with a special thanks to the Arab Culture Club. The event will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 7 p.m. in Monroe Hall, Room 346.
Speakers: Mahir Zeynalov is a weekly columnist for Al Arabiya and a blogger at Huffington Post, based in Washington, D.C. Abdulhamit Bilici is a former Turkish newspaper executive and the former editor-in-chief of the newspaper Zaman. He was also the chief executive officer of its English-language version, Today’s Zaman.
Contact J.C. Sevart at 540-903-8649 or jsevart@mail.umw.edu with questions.
Nominate Outstanding Commuters
The Office of Commuter Student Services is seeking nominations for our February “Feature a Commuter” program. Faculty/staff wishing to nominate an off-campus student (whether they commute by foot, bike, bus, or car) for demonstrating UMW’s values of integrity, dignity, respect, diversity, intellectual inquiry, responsibility and leadership should send their nominations and reasons for nomination to Jessica DeMers at jdemers@umw.edu. Winners will be featured in the February Commuter Newsletter and will receive a $20 gas gift card.
Thank you for recognizing our wonderful commuters!
Academic Integrity Discussion, Jan. 30
Dr. Tricia Bertram Gallant, author and director of the Academic Integrity office at UC-San Diego, will be giving a talk on “Academic Integrity in the 21st Century” on Jan. 30 at 3 p.m. in the Colonnade Room (University Center). Discussion will focus on tactics to prevent cheating in the classroom as well as new teaching and learning strategies. Talk is open to all UMW faculty, staff, and students.
Business Services eUpdate, January 2017
Special Orientation Hours
The UMW Bookstore will have special orientation hours during the month of January.
- January 12-13: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- January 14: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- January 15-January 16: closed
- January 17-18: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- January 19: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Normal hours will resume on the 20th. For a complete list of hours, visit the website and scroll to the bottom of the page.
Regalia Rental for Faculty
Faculty and staff will now have the opportunity to rent or purchase academic regalia from Oak Hall, UMW’s official provider and the leading manufacturer of custom regalia in the country. Beginning January 11, 2017, faculty and staff may go online at https://oakhalli.com/colleges/umwfaculty to rent regalia for delivery directly to individual offices. Order by April 5 to receive regalia in time for Dr. Paino’s installation ceremony on April 21. Rentals may also be held and used for the May 12 and 13 Commencement and returned following Commencement. Order by April 29 to receive regalia in time for Commencement.
UMW Book Club
The next meeting of the UMW Book Club will take place from noon to 1 p.m. on January 18, 2017, in Lee Hall 414. We will be reading The Wilson Deception by David O. Stewart, who will be the first Great Lives speaker on January 24. If you have any questions, please contact Margaret Mock by email or at x1017.
Free eAccounts App
Want to quickly check your EagleOne balance? The eAccounts mobile application is now available for free download on both Android and iOS devices. This app enables you to deposit funds, check balances, and review your purchases right on your smart phone or mobile device.
UMW Discounts
When shopping in Fredericksburg, remember to ask for discounts! Many local businesses offer discounts to UMW students and employees, as long as you show your EagleOne card.
Stamp Price Change
Beginning January 22, the rate for First-Class Mail Letters is increasing from $0.47 to $0.49. There is still time to pick up forever stamps from the campus Post Office before the price increase!
Additionally, the metered mail rate is decreasing from $0.465 to $0.46, while the rate for First-Class Mail Flats is increasing from $0.94 to $0.98.