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Sophomore Shelby Adams said she works every day to make George Mason University a more inclusive learning environment.

“I try my very best to be a resource because I care about people and want people to feel like they have a place on this campus and feel as though they are supported,” she said.

But the criminology, law, and society major from Lorton, Virginia, went a step further.

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While more and more people are earning college degrees in Virginia and across the country, the number of “traditional” college students, those 18-22 and living on campus is shrinking.

George Mason University, Virginia’s most diverse public research institution, is at the forefront of serving these evolving student populations with its pioneering model of assisting students’ critical needs with streamlined services and a support system that focuses on student success.

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As part of the continued evolution of the university’s centralized student services model, the Mason Student Services Center will manage all walk-in traffic for the Registrar’s Office.

Beginning Monday, March 9, any student needs that would have previously been taken care of by a member of the registrar’s staff on the second floor of Student Union Building (SUB) I will now be served at the Mason Student Services Center in SUB I’s lower-level lobby.

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Mason Nation showed up in force to celebrate Homecoming 2020. Festivities included decorating contests, an arts festival, beer and wine tastings, two tailgates, and men’s and women’s basketball games.

Photographers Ron Aira, Ian Shiff, Sean Hickey and John Boal captured it all

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The George Mason University Board of Visitors on Monday announced the selection of Dr. Gregory Washington as the university’s eighth president.

Washington is the dean of the Henry Samueli School of Engineering at University of California, Irvine. He will join the university on July 1, 2020.

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George Mason University, Virginia’s largest and most diverse public research institution, has been recognized by the American Talent Initiative (ATI) for being an exemplar in moving beyond traditional pipelines in order to close equity gaps in bachelor’s degree attainment in Virginia and meet the workforce demands in its region.

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Is your Mason student considering attending Sibs & Kids Weekend? Of course they are! Below is information about the weekend, including who can attend and how to register.

Sibs & Kids Weekend at a glance
Sibs & Kids Weekend is a two-day event designed to provide Mason students with an opportunity to connect with their siblings, cousins, neighbors and friends. Fun activities and events will be held throughout the weekend that allow for siblings and kids to experience life as a Mason Patriot!

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On April 18-19, we invite Mason siblings and kids between ages 6-18 to campus for the 9th annual Sibs & Kids Weekend! Sibs & Kids Weekend is a great opportunity for siblings and kids to experience life on campus. Mason students are encouraged to invite their siblings, cousins and friends, and Mason faculty and staff members are encouraged to invite their children, nieces, nephews and neighbors.

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February 11-22, George Mason University will celebrate the annual tradition of Homecoming. We also have the pleasure of having Saturday Night Live’s Colin Jost performing at the Center for the Arts on February 20 at 8 p.m. – Tickets range between $25-$35 for general public!

Events also include a lip sync battle, day of service, Mason Women’s Basketball vs. University of Richmond, Spirit Fest, and Homecoming Tip-Off Party! Students, families, alumni, and community members are invited to attend and show their Patriot pride.

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