The Veterans Resource Center opened for business Jan. 13 in the basement of Combs Hall, Room B24. This is a space for veterans and military-related students to gather, relax and find out more about benefits available to them both on and off campus. The Center is manned by work study students during normal business hours to help answer questions. The VRC is also available during non-business hours as a lounge. Check out the link for more information. http://students.umw.edu/veterans/veterans-resource-center/
UMW to Host Iraqi Ambassador for Foreign Policy Lecture
The University of Mary Washington will host Iraqi Ambassador Lukman Faily for a presentation on “Challenges of Iraqi Foreign Policy, Status and Prospective” on Wed., January 28.
The ambassador’s lecture will outline the new government’s approach to foreign policy. Faily will focus on Iraq-U.S. relations and regional cooperation to confront the threat of ISIS (Islamic State in Iraq and Syria). He also will offer an assessment of current developments in the Middle East and Iraq’s recent initiatives to foster security and stability with its neighbors. The lecture will take place at 7 p.m. in Monroe Hall, Room 346. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet and speak with Ambassador Faily during a brief reception immediately following the program. The event is free and open to the public.
Faily has held the position of Iraq’s ambassador to the United States since July 2013, and previously served as Iraq’s ambassador to Japan for three years. Prior to joining the diplomatic corps, Faily spent 20 years working in the Information Technology sector for several transnational companies while living in the United Kingdom. Ambassador Faily was an active leader within the large Iraqi exile community in the U.K. and served as a trustee for several non-governmental Iraqi organizations. He also played an active role in opposing Saddam Hussein’s dictatorship and advocated for democracy and the rule of law in Iraq.
For more information about the lecture, please contact Nabil Al-Tikriti, associate professor of history, at (540) 654-1481 or naltikri@umw.edu.
News release prepared by: Erika Spivey
Event Dedication to Emerson, Jan. 15 at 5 p.m.
Claudia Emerson
Please join the Department of English, Linguistics and Communication as they present their first 2015 Thursday Poem Series on Jan. 15 at 5 p.m. in dedication to Claudia Emerson in Combs Hall, Room 139. Seating is limited, so please plan to come early! A reception in the foyer will follow.
UMW Social Media Users Group
Do you manage a social media account for the University of Mary Washington? If so, you’re invited to join Social@UMW, the university’s social media users group, for workshops and presentations on enhancing UMW’s social media presence.
WHO WE ARE: The people and voices behind UMW’s social media presence.
WHAT WE DO: Share social news, tips and trends to enhance UMW’s social impact.
To join the group, email Erika Spivey at espivey@umw.edu with your name, title and a list of the names and links to any social media pages you manage.
Campus Dining on Monday, Jan. 19
Due to the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on Monday, Jan. 19, the Faculty and Staff Dining Room at Seacobeck will be closed and the Wholly Habaneros Food Truck will not be in service. However, the Washington Diner and Smart Market Dining Rooms at Seacobeck will be open. Breakfast is served from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. and lunch is served between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Dinner service runs from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Eagle’s Nest, Naturually Woodstock, and Blackstone Coffee will all be open regular hours.
Weight Watchers Open House, Jan. 22
Need help shedding those holiday pounds? UMW has a vibrant, supportive Weight Watchers at Work group on the Fredericksburg campus.
Check out our Open House for free at 12:15 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22 in Lee Hall, Room 411. Weight Watchers’ representatives will be on hand to show you how you can lose weight without sacrificing your favorite foods. You’ll also have a chance to win a Weight Watcher’s cookbook.
The Commonwealth of Virginia offers Weight Watchers at special pricing to state employees, spouses and adult dependents.
Employees eligible for the health benefits program also may be reimbursed for half the cost of services, once they have completed program requirements.
If you have questions, please contact Julia Coates at jcoates@umw.edu or Martha Link at mlink@umw.edu.
See you there!
MLK Day Events, Jan. 22 and 24
Blood Drive
Sponsored by the Black Student Association, Brothers of a New Direction, and Women of Color
Thursday, Jan. 22 | 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. | Digital Auditorium, ITCC
Take a minute out of your day to donate blood and help save a life.
MLK Jr. Day of Service
Saturday, Jan. 24 | 10 a.m. to noon | Center for Faith and Leadership
1514 College Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
The UMW MLK Jr. Day of Service is a way for students to give back to the Fredericksburg community in honor of the legacy of Dr. King and his commitment to strengthening communities. All members of the campus community are invited to participate in the UMW MLK Jr. Day of Service. Please register online at the James Farmer Multicultural Center website, students.umw.edu/multicultural or on OrgSync at https://orgsync.com/59560/events/926881/occurrences/2003907
Business Services eUpdate
Welcome to the first Business Services eUpdate of the New Year!
ONLINE TRAINING:
ANNUAL SPCC TRAINING DUE FEB. 27, 2015!
The annual SPCC training is required for all cardholders and cardholder approvers. SPCC Training Step-by-Step Guide
Questions? Contact Monique SanPietro at (540) 654-1057
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR TRAINING
The required annual contract administrator training and quiz is available on UMW Global and should be completed no later than March 27, 2015. Instructions for accessing the training can be found here.
If you are unsure about what contracts you are the administrator for, search for your name in our online contract management system CobbleStone.
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PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTED SAVINGS
FY15 to date: $197,020 as result of competitive procurements.
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RFP FOR CAMPUS MAIL AND COPY SERVICES
UMW will begin work on a new request for proposal for mail/copy services. Please send any suggestions or ideas for desired enhancements to Lauren McDonald at lmcdonal@umw.edu
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HOTEL CONTRACT
A contract was recently awarded to Hyatt Place in EagleVillage as the UMW preferred hotel partner. All members of the UMW community should use this contract exclusively. If your department sponsors campus guests or is planning events that may involve overnight visitors, be sure to contact Ashleigh Smith, Director of Sales, at the Hyatt and request UMW contracted pricing, or if placing orders via the website, see guidelines on UMW Accounts Payable lodging website.
HYATT PLACE FREDERICKSBURG at MARY WASHINGTON
1241 Jefferson Davis Highway, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA
540.735.9650 Ashleigh Smith
PARKING ON SUNKEN ROAD LOTS
Campus construction projects have disrupted some parking locations, this is a reminder that the lower lots on Sunken Road are available for ANY UMW decal.
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TRINKLE/LEE LOT
The repair work on the Trinkle/Lee lot is expected to be completed by Jan. 16.
JANUARY STORE HOURS FOR THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES
Rush Week Hours:
Monday, Jan. 12-Thursday, Jan. 15 – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 1h – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 17 – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 18- CLOSED
Monday, Jan. 19- CLOSED, in accordance with the University Holiday Calendar.
Regular operating hours will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 8 a.m. Visit www.umw.edu/bookstore
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GRAD NIGHTS AND SENIOR DAYS
Grad Nights will be held at the Stafford Campus on Feb. 10 and 11 from 5-7 p.m.
Senior Days will be held at the Bookstore on March 17 and 19 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and March 18, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Questions about the events, regalia, photography, and diploma frames may be directed to the UMW Bookstore, 540-654-1017.
General Commencement questions can be directed to the UMW Commencement website at http://www.umw.edu/commencement/
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BOOKSTORE MIGRATION TO NEW SYSTEM
The new point of sale and inventory control system has enhanced features that will help the store better serve the UMW community. Phase two of the transition will include an upgrade to the store’s website. More information will follow as this phase gets under way.
Thank you for your patience as the store team continues transition from the old system to the new.
PRINT TO YOUR LOCAL KONICA COPIER
Do you know you can print to your local Konica copier? Well you can! If you need assistance please contact us at (540) 654-1935 to get started!
JANUARY SATURDAY HOURS
The Post Office will be open on Saturday Jan. 17 and 24 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
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CHANGES IN UPS RATES
UPS implemented a price increase effective Jan. 1, 2015. On average, it will cost 4.9% more to send a package, depending on size and weight. As always, the UMW P.O. will be happy to assist you in your mailing needs.
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DEPARTMENTAL SAVINGS FROM PRESORT ACTIVITIES
From July 14-Nov. 14, the UMW P.O. has saved university offices over $8,500 using discount mailing options. Want to know more? Give us a call and we can see if your mailing will qualify for any discounts.
EAGLEONE PAYROLL DEDUCTION = 1 FREE LUNCH PER MONTH
Sign up for direct deposit automatic payroll deductions. Get one free lunch per month in Seacobeck with a minimum deduction of $10 per pay period. Simply fill out the online payroll deduction form at http://adminfinance.umw.edu/business-services/2012/09/07/eagleone-payroll-deduction/, or contact EagleOne for information and assistance.
Please contact Business Services for information and assistance at x1576.
Call for Applications for 2015-2016 RISE Peer Mentors
The James Farmer Multicultural Center is currently accepting applications for RISE Peer Mentors. Applications are due Friday, Feb. 20, 2015 to the JFMC via email at umwjfmc@gmail.com or to the office located in Lee Hall 211.
Peer mentors receive excellent leadership and networking opportunities. Any current freshman, sophomore or junior student may apply to serve as a peer mentor. The qualifications for participating as a mentor include: (1) having a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5; (2) good interpersonal and communication skills; (3) previous leadership experience; (4) involvement in campus and/or community activities; (5) commitment to diversity and multiculturalism; and (6) knowledge of campus and community resources. Students interested in serving as peer mentors are expected to commit to the program for the entire academic year.
All peer mentor applicants undergo an interview and have to provide one letter of recommendation from a UMW faculty or staff member. The interviews will take place during the first half of the spring semester. The final selection of mentors will occur by the fourth week of March. The successful applicants will receive a notice of the decision with further instructions regarding their participation.
For more information about the program, please visit the JFMC or students.umw.edu/multicultural/rise. Applications are available in the JFMC, on our website, or at orgsync.com/59414/forms/64115.
Call for Applications for 2015-2016 Citizenship Award for Diversity Leadership
The Office of the President is receiving applications and nominations of students for the 2015 – 16 Citizenship Award for Diversity Leadership (CADL). This award is given annually to a rising senior enrolled as a full-time student in an undergraduate degree program at UMW. The student must be enrolled at the institution for the fall and spring academic terms. The student must possess characteristics of leadership and a personal commitment to advocating an appreciation for diversity and inclusion on campus. This award is sponsored and presented by the Office of the President.
Any student may apply for the award who feels they meet the stated criteria and qualifications. Information is available online at students.umw.edu/multicultural/citizenship-award-for-diversity/. Students are encouraged to apply for this award, if eligible. Applications are are available in the James Farmer Multicultural Center (JFMC) in Lee Hall 211 or at umwjfmc@gmail.com.
Faculty and staff, please share this information with your students. We want to consider every deserving student for this dynamic award. The identified student for this award will be notified of their selection near the end of this semester. If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to contact the James Farmer Multicultural Center.