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George Mason University improved its already strong ranking as one of the nation’s most diverse universities in the  U.S. News & World Report 2021 Best Colleges rankings.

Mason is ranked 15th nationally in ethnic diversity, up nine spots, best in the Washington, D.C., area. Mason is also the top Virginia school for innovation, and 35th nationally, in the U.S. News 2021 Best College rankings, released Monday, Sept. 14.

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For many of those who attended the ADVANCE welcome event on Sept. 2, the virtual orientation was a family affair. Around 150 students, their parents and supporters logged in to kick off the journey that will bring them from Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) to George Mason University.

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Family engagement is a key part of student success, and we recognize the important role you play in your student’s development and success at Mason. We are committed to supporting and engaging you through our Virtual Family Initiatives.

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When the coronavirus pandemic shut down her school, Meeha Bhuiyan, a rising senior at Gar-Field High School in Woodbridge, Virginia, struggled. But Bhuiyan had mentors from George Mason University upon whom she could rely.

“I texted my mentors when I was down, and they would text me back encouragement,” said Bhuiyan, who plans to apply to several colleges, including Mason. “And I was also able to do one-on-one sessions with them virtually.”

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George Mason University is home to more than 400 Registered Student Organizations (RSOs).  At the beginning of each academic year, the university hosts the Get Connected Fair for students to meet the number of RSOs on campus as well as various offices at Mason. This is a great event for students to explore a variety of involvement opportunities and to start building their community.

This year’s event will be held virtually on Wednesday, September 9 through the Mason360 platform.

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In following with Mason’s Safe Return to Campus plan, New Student and Family Programs has made the tough decision to host a Virtual Family Weekend series with events that will span from mid-October to mid-November. Although they are unable to provide our traditional, in-person events, they are committed to helping you make your own Family Weekend experience!

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