Special Shoutout to Officer Michael Lighthiser, Deputy Chief, George Mason University Police Department.
Field 3 on the West Campus has received a turf refresh. Check out the beautiful footage captured by the George Mason Police Department!
Author: Facilities Communication
Congratulations to Ronnie Williams, electronic technician supervisor/building automation supervisor, for being recognized as the August 2024 Employee of the Month! Williams was nominated by DJ Spaulding, Energy & Utility Manager.
Williams has consistently displayed unwavering dedication, strong leadership, and high expertise in his position, which has played an important role in keeping our campus operations as smooth as possible.
“Ronnie and his team have been a tremendous asset in identifying and implementing energy conservation projects.” Says Spaulding. “Their efforts have not only uncovered opportunities for significant cost savings but have also contributed to our campus’s journey towards greater sustainability with innovative ideas for enhanced automated control.”
Williams also effectively leads a small yet highly effective team and manages a diverse range of tasks, including everyday requests and complex projects.
Interested in submitting a GMU Facilities Employee of the Month nomination? Check out the new process here!
Photo Credit: Jorge Bañales, Photo Lab Tech, Photography, College of Visual and Performing Arts
Story Credit: Yassmin Salem Program Manager, Mason Exhibitions, College of Visual and Performing Arts
Mason Facilities, Murals at Mason, and Mason Exhibitions are collaborating again!
A 55-gallon rainwater collection barrel is now the newest addition to the School of Art's Sculpture Studio Yard. The collected rainwater will irrigate a variety of non-edible plants emerging in sculptural form from the nearby drainpipe and other artistic additions to the barrel. The barrel will be decorated and painted by two Mason alumnae along with many volunteers during the upcoming 9/11 Day of Service.
Facilities Land Development team members, who are also responsible for stormwater management, generously provided the rainwater barrel and are sharing their expertise with the project team. This unique initiative supports their goals of public outreach, education, involvement, and participation. The installation is also supported by Facilities Zone 6's plumbing experts.
Mason Facilities is a proud partner of the Institute for a Sustainable Earth's (ISE) Mason as a Living Lab initiative, utilizing the George Mason campus environment and socio-environmental system as spaces and places of experimentation, research, and education.
A photo-op during the most recent (7/24) Lunch Project meeting, an initiative led by Ben Ashworth, Sculpture Studio Supervisor, to inspire collaboration, community, and connection to advance impactful, transdisciplinary projects.
Congratulations to Karim El Mekhfioui, General Maintenance II, Zone 4 for being recognized as the July 2024 Employee of the Month! Mekhfioui was nominated by Said Bouiftilen, Facilities Management Housing Manager.
Mekhfioui has made a significant impact on his team by being readily available and is "so dedicated to the mission, vision, and the values of the organization." He frequently volunteers during breaks and responds quickly to situations both after hours and on weekends. "Mekhfioui provides an extraordinary and professional example of Facilities Management's commitment to service, safety, and everyday operations of the George Mason University community." Says Bouiftnonr.
Mekhfioui is also known to excel in difficult situations and his passion, ambition, and willingness to go the extra mile have led to a positive impact on the services provided by Mason Facilities.
Congratulations to Marcus Lambert, General Maintenance Technician II, for being recognized as the June 2024 Employee of the Month! Marcus was nominated by Zone 3 supervisor, Jose Lopez.
Marcus is "a good collaborator, and effectively supports his supervisor when work-related parts are needed to be ordered" says Lopez. Marcus consistently completes his work orders in a timely manner while demonstrating a positive attitude. Marcus is also extremely helpful to his colleagues and assists them without hesitation.
Interested in submitting a GMU Facilities Employee of the Month nomination? Check out the new process here!
