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Congressional internships teach Mason LIFE students independence, job skills

The Gregg and Livingston Harper Congressional Internship Program for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities matches Mason LIFE students with House and Senate congressional office internships.

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Patriot Profile: Jaylin Lott

The athlete and competitor in her fuel George Mason student Jaylin Lott’s love for volleyball, but it’s the inner serenity she finds in singing that she treasures off the court.

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George Mason's Virginia Climate Center releases first-ever statewide climate assessment

George Mason's Virginia Climate Center has unveiled the commonwealth’s first comprehensive, peer-reviewed climate assessment—a landmark report that provides science-based insights into Virginia’s changing climate.

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President Gregory Washington

President Washington was honored Thursday along with other CEO of the Year winners by the Washington Business Journal.

The Choi family is the 2025 Family of the Year.

The 2025 Family of the Year enjoys life on campus

The 2025 Dr. Alan and Sally Merten Family of the Year Award was awarded to the Choi family. Eun Kyung (EK) Choi is a full-time graduate student in the College of Education and Human Development and a dedicated student parent. Learn more about this family's love of George Mason.

Max Dacey playing rugby

From rugby pitch to classroom, this Patriot is redefining what success means to him

At 26, Max Dacey enrolled at George Mason to earn his degree and support his family. Along the way, he discovered confidence, community, and purpose through classes and rugby coaching. Read how his time at George Mason has given him confidence, community, and a sense of purpose. Watch the video.

Male student, Rakibul Alam stands at a podium speaking to an audience.

This Costello student leader is working to create opportunities for all

A senior majoring in business with a concentration in management and marketing, Rakibul Alam has become one of the most visible student leaders in the Costello College of Business, where he works as a marketing and communications intern. Read how he's made a name for himself on campus.

Melanie Medrano (center) with her mentors Abby Lynch (left) and Jackson Valler (right) at the Reston office.

Environmental science major lands internship with U.S. Geological Survey

At USGS, student Melanie Medrano supports the team creating a tool to aid resource managers in developing informed strategies for responding to ecological transformations. See how Medrano hopes to create meaningful environmental change in her future career.

Head shot of GMU women's rower June Johnson

Balancing Oars and Advocacy: Schar School Senior June Johnson’s Leadership Journey

Schar School senior June Johnson blends leadership on the women’s rowing team with advocacy for athlete mental health and service to the Patriot Pre-Law Program, redefining the student-athlete experience. Read more about June.

Hall (center) with Tony Maiello and Scott Casagrande.

Music alumna returns to the Center for the Arts stage with her students

Alumna Melissa Hall's (center) strong connection to Mason Bands kept the door open for her to return for the 55th anniversary—this time with her Centreville High School ensemble ready to perform. Read more about her continued collaboration with George Mason.

Sidney Yap - Action shot from 2025 Philippine Athletic Championships

Costello alum prepares to compete at Southeast Asian Games

Costello alum prepares to compete at the Southeast Asian Games, showcasing global athletic achievement and pride in the George Mason spirit. Learn more.


George Mason in the News

How to improve team communication and make tough conversations easier

Co-authored research by Todd B. Kashdan, graduate student Patrick E. McKnight, graduate student Kerry Kelso, and Logan Craig is cited.

Dec. 3, 2025 | Forbes

Homeschooling is growing in Maine. Here's what that looks like.

A 2023 Washington Post-Schar School poll is cited.

Dec. 7, 2025 | The Maine Monitor

A North Carolina hospital was slated to open in 2025. Mired in bureaucracy, it's still a dirt field.

Thomas Stratman is quoted.

Dec. 8, 2025 | News Medical


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iStock photo of text message that reads Darling, help me. Send me some money. GMU and Kings College London win Google Award to fight AI-driven romance scams targeting older adults.

George Mason and King’s College London win Google Award to fight AI-driven romance scams targeting older adults 

George Mason researchers received $100,000 to conduct a multi-national study in order to create educational tools to help older adults safely navigate dating apps. More on how the study plans to prevent "romance scams."

Headshot of Winter 2025 Commencement Speaker Ali Reza Manouchehri

Manouchehri is this year’s Winter Commencement speaker

Ali Reza Manouchehri, BA Philosophy ‘99, co-founder and chief executive officer of MetroStar, a company he started as a George Mason Ä¢¹½AV student, will be the featured speaker at Winter Commencement on December 18 at EagleBank Arena on the Fairfax Campus. Learn more about Manouchehri.


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