UMW’s Department of Geography received high marks at the annual Southeastern Division of the Association of American Geographers (SEDAAG) conference. The event, held last month in Starkville, Mississippi, showcases research from across the region. [Read more…]
ERROR: TIAA Mailing for William & Mary
Dear ORPHE members
This morning, I received this alert from my counterpart at the College of William and Mary. Please know that this was only a mailing list error. We will also be in touch with TIAA and will follow up with you if there are any additional concerns.
Sabrina, HR
Good Morning –
I want to alert you to a significant problem that occurred with a mailing that TIAA prepared and sent on our behalf. William & Mary is in the process of making a number of change to our retirement programs. TIAA prepared an update brochure and cover letter under my signature to send to our employees and retirees. However, TIAA pulled the wrong mail list and mailed this package to 9,000 ORPHE participants across the state.
I am receiving numerous emails and calls from your colleagues about why they received this package from me. Most are obviously concerned that their data has somehow been breached or compromised, which it has not been.
TIAA is preparing an apology letter to drop in the mail today. As soon as the letter is final, either TIAA or I will send this letter to you later today so you can send to your employees as you see fit. I have also asked TIAA to try to email affected individuals since it will take a few days for the letter to arrive in the mail.
I do not_ think_ that the letter was mailed to employees at the other opt out schools. I think it was only mailed to employees and retirees at the ORPHE universities.
Please accept my apologies for the disruption and concern that this mailing snafu is having with many of your employees.
Feel free to contact Amanda Falcon at TIAA or me with any questions or concerns.
Best,
John
John M. Poma
Chief Human Resources Officer
William & Mary
Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795
P: (757) 221-3115
F: (757) 221-7724
jmpoma@wm.edu
Steer Students to Stress-Free Zone
The Office of Student Affairs and Engagement will host the Stress Free Zone next Monday, Dec. 11, through Wednesday, Dec. 13, from noon to 3 p.m., throughout the University Center. The event, held during exam week for stress-weary students, is packed with snacks, massages, games, balloons and more, including the all-time student favorite – those lovable therapy dogs. Faculty and staff are encouraged to share event details with students.
December Business Services eUpdate
December 2017 Updates and Announcements
Contents
Bookstore
End of the Year Sale
It’s your last chance for savings (until 2018, that is)! Get 10% off your entire transaction from the Bookstore, or 20% off a single insignia item.
Holiday Ornament
The 2017 Holiday Ornament is now available for sale at only $18.99! This year’s ornament features the campus’s beloved campanile.
UMW Book Club
UMW Book Club members have decided to meet every 2 months instead of every month. The next meeting will be on January 23, 2018, where we will be discussing My Reading Life by Pat Conroy. The Amazon description reads: “Conroy revisits a life of reading through an array of wonderful and often surprising anecdotes. It would hardly be an exaggeration to claim that reading has saved his life, and if not his life then surely his sanity.” Readers who would like to be added to the Book Club email list may send their information to mmock@umw.edu, or call Margaret Mock at x1017.
EagleOne
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.
Post Office
Stamp Price Change
USPS announces rate increase effective January 21, 2018. To help with budgeting, the average increase is 3.9%.
First-Class Letter Mail
- Single piece stamped mail: $0.50
- Letters metered: $.47
- Postcard stamps: $0.35
- International standard size, rectangular envelopes: from $1.15
Priority Mail
Letters, Large Envelopes & Parcels
- Flat Rate Envelopes (12-1/2″ x 9-1/2″ or smaller): $6.70
- Legal Flat Rate Envelope: $7.00
- Padded Flat Rate Envelope: $7.25
- Small Flat Rate Box: $7.20
- Medium Flat Rate Box: $13.65
- Large Flat Rate Box: $18.90
- APO/FPO/DPO Large Flat Rate Box: $17.40
For a full listing of pricing please go to www.usps.com.
The UMW Post Office is ready for the increase with extra stamps on hand. Stop by the Post Office and buy your stamps before the new price goes into effect.
Questions? Call the UMW Post Office at 540-654-1049 or email umwpo@umw.edu.
Fredericksburg City Schools Night, Dec. 9
Do you have children attending a Fredericksburg City School?
Do you have a friend who works for Fredericksburg City Schools?
You won’t want to miss Fredericksburg City Schools Night presented by Home Team Grill.
FREE ADMISSION for Fredericksburg students and employees!
Join us on Saturday, Dec. 9, for a UMW Basketball doubleheader against Salisbury at Rosner Arena!
Fun halftime contests and free giveaways for fans!
Women’s Tipoff 1 p.m. – Men’s Tipoff 3 p.m.
UMW Basketball Tickets
$20 Vocelli Pizza VIP Courtside Seats
$10 Arena Chair Seats (behind team benches)
$5 General Admission Bench Seating
And don’t forget! FREE Admission for UMW Faculty, Staff and Students (must have Eagle One ID)
For schedules, scores and more, visit www.umweagles.com.
Here Comes Santa Claus!
Please click on www.umw.edu/president/here-comes-santa to RSVP and reserve your time slot with Santa on Saturday, December 9, 1-4 p.m.
Eric Shaw Named Wagner Wealth Management Athlete of the Month
Senior men’s basketball forward Eric Shaw has been named the UMW Wagner Wealth Management Athlete of the Month for November.
Eric Shaw Named Wagner Wealth Management Athlete of the Month for November
Shaw led UMW to the Hyatt Place Tipoff Tournament championship by gaining tournament MVP honors after wins over Randolph College and Denison University. In the championship win over the Big Red, Shaw became the 20th player in program history to surpass 1,000 career points.
He gained all-tournament honors the next weekend at the Doubletree Hotels Tournament at Pittsburgh’s Carnegie Mellon University. The Eagles have a 5-1 season start, with their CAC opener win Wednesday over St. Mary’s College.
UMW Wagner Wealth Management Athletes of the Month
September – Jessica Cavolt (field hockey)
October – Matt Spencer (men’s soccer)
November – Eric Shaw (men’s basketball)
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UMW Community Gives Back on #GivingTuesday
This week, on #GivingTuesday, more than 250 donors raised over $49,000 for UMW students, faculty, and programs! We want to thank those who gave back on behalf of the entire Mary Washington community. To learn more about who and what private funds are supporting, please watch our Investment in Hope video series.
Volunteers Needed for Winter Holiday Dinner
Campus Dining is hosting a Winter Holiday Dinner on Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Top of the UC. The menu will feature Steamship Round of Beef, Broiled Salmon, Baked Ham, Maple Glazed Chicken, Roast Turkey with all the trimmings, Vegan Tofurkey, a Cookie Decorating Station, Hot Chocolate, and much more. To view the complete menu go to UMW.SodexoMyWay.com.
Volunteers are needed between 4:45 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. to assist with serving this festive dinner. Each shift is one hour long, and all volunteers may dine for free. For additional information or to volunteer, contact CaraMarie at 540-654-2165 or e-mail Dining@UMW.edu.
Cathy Harris Honored For Work with ‘Differently – Abled’
Cathy Harris, Resident Dining Manager with Sodexo’s Campus Dining Services, was recently honored by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) as a Champion of Leadership in Disability Employment. Shana Chance, the DARS Job Placement Counselor for the Fredericksburg area, presented the award to Cathy at a recognition reception on November 15. Shana likes to refer to the individuals they assist as “differently-abled,” and this view is certainly shared by Cathy and the rest of Sodexo’s Campus Dining team. Cathy worked closely with the rehabilitation counselors to not only help individuals who are “differently-abled” gain employment with Campus Dining, but to also provide these new crew members with the training and support they need to thrive in their new positions.
Roy Platt, General Manager of Campus Dining Services, was also present at the award reception, and was extremely pleased that Cathy received this well-earned recognition. “Cathy exemplifies Sodexo’s firm commitment to increasing employment opportunities for individuals who have differing abilities,” said Roy, “and we will definitely continue to work with the DARS counselors as we develop and expand those opportunities here in Campus Dining.”