Mason’s research is best in Virginia

Eighteen George Mason University programs are ranked the best in Virginia in a new report by EduRank that focuses on performance in research.

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Bioblitz helps capture Mason’s biodiversity

Each April, George Mason University students take pictures of the flora, fauna, and fungi with their smartphones to capture the university’s biodiversity. Learn about Bioblitz.

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Small Island Big Song

Mason Artist-in-Residence, Small Island Big Song combines music, spoken word, and stunning projections to showcase the sounds of various island nations, while shining a light on the effects of climate change.

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Small Island Big Song

Mason Artist-in-Residence Small Island Big Song combines music, spoken word, and stunning projections to showcase the sounds of various island nations of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Find out what's planned.

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Small Island Big Song
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Research

Mason researcher Denise Hines receives $1 million grant to study male victims of intimate partner violence. Learn more about the research.

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Alumni

Alum finds that it’s OK not to be OK at the barbershop. Learn about his work.

Spring 2024 Commencement

Barbara Humpton to speak at Mason's Spring 2024 Commencement. Learn more.

Mason Rankings

Mason’s research is best in Virginia in multiple EduRank rankings

Eighteen George Mason University programs are ranked the best in Virginia in a new report by EduRank that focuses on performance in research. Learn more about the rankings.

NSF rankings show Mason ahead of research funding goals

Learn more about this distinction.

Mason online programs ranked in top 50 among public universities.

Find out more about the rankings.

Mason in the Media

Looking back at notable March Madness Cinderellas
Mason tops the list of memorable Cinderella runs. (ESPN)


Congressman Don Beyer returns to school for AI understanding for improved policy-making
Mason student Don Beyer is the focus of a story about his work in Congress. (WJLA)


The Washington Report: Che Axum & Dr. Allison Miner
Allison Miner discusses agriculture and food security. (PBS Video)


How long would it take to walk around Mars?
Erdal Yigit talks about how the planet's reduced gravity would affect movement. (Space.com)

 

Mason alum and Fairfax City Mayor, Catherine Read speaks with President Washington on ATE Podcast
Access to Excellence Podcast

Podcast - Ep 57: Fairfax Mayor is outspoken, unfiltered

In the Women's History Month episode of the Access to Excellencepodcast, Fairfax City Mayor Catherine Read talks to President Gregory Washington about why it’s good to “disrupt the system” and why it’s important to get more women into policy-making decisions. Listen to this episode.

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