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Campus Updates
New AI Guidelines and Tools for George Mason University Students, Faculty, and Staff
George Mason University has released comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) guidelines. These resources provide framework and guidance for the responsible and ethical use of AI across the academic community.
George Mason’s enterprise AI platform, PatriotAI, represents the first major outcome of the university’s strategic partnership with Microsoft and Cloudforce to start a meaningful and thoughtful integration of artificial intelligence capabilities into university operations.
Through a suite of six specialized AI tools, called agents, PatriotAI offers secure, university-managed access to large language models that aid academic work, studies, and student life. Each agent was co-developed with members of the George Mason community, including the AI Visioning Task Force, and they represent our first lineup of AI tools designed to enhance learning, instruction, research, and administration across campus. For complete details about this vision, visit ai.gmu.edu.
Summer Camps at George Mason
Still deciding on summer camps? George Mason University hosts camps and youth programs across a range of topics, including academics, visual and performing arts, recreation, and sports. Visit camps.gmu.edu to browse camps hosted by George Mason departments and external groups across campuses.
Training and Professional Development
University Business Consulting’s Summer Knowledge Share Series
Registration is now open for University Business Consulting’s annual Summer Knowledge Share Series. Faculty and staff are invited to attend sessions on the following topics:
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Thinking Strategically as a Team: Wednesday, July 9
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Design Thinking and Experimentation: Wednesday, August 13
Sessions will be hosted in person on the Fairfax Campus in Merten Hall, as well as via Zoom. Find out more and register.
Sign Up for Mason 101 this Summer
Mason 101 is an one-time workshop that covers information about the university’s history, organization, resources, and the future of the institution. Sign up for an upcoming session via MasonLeaps:
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Friday, July 18, from 10 a.m. to noon (in-person)
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Friday, August 15, from 10 a.m. to noon (via Zoom)
To register for an upcoming session:
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Go to masonleaps.gmu.edu and log in with your Mason credentials
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In the search bar in upper right corner of the page, search for “Mason 101”
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On the screen that opens, click “Mason 101,” and available Mason 101 dates will appear
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Click on the “Request” button next to your preferred training date
Mason Career Academy
George Mason University has launched Mason Career Academy, a new online learning resource that is free for current students, faculty, and staff to develop new skills. Mason Career Academy is also available to displaced workers, including federal workers and contractors in the region, for a small registration fee.
Mason Career Academy offers access to more than 90 online micro-credential courses and industry-recognized certifications in fields such as data analytics, cybersecurity, project management, and information technology support. Read more.
Resources for You
Thrift for Free at Patriot Packout’s Free Store
The Patriot Packout's Free Store returns to campus from Monday, June 23, through Saturday, June 28. The store will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and from 3–7 p.m. on the Fairfax Campus, Art and Design Building, Gillespie Gallery (located on the 1st floor).
All items in the store are free. Explore gently used clothing, shoes, accessories, books, art supplies, small appliances, electronics, household items, and kitchen goods. Partners and family members are invited to thrift with their Patriot.
Registration is required. All items were donated by the university community during Patriot Packout, a campus move-out initiative that reduces waste and addresses basic needs insecurity.
Wellness and Safety Training at Mason Square and SciTech
Facilities and Campus Operations invites faculty and staff from all units to participate in upcoming wellness and safety sessions at Mason Square and the Science and Technology Campus. Designed to support health, safety, and overall well-being, these quick and informative sessions include CPR/AED training, emergency response (“Stop the Bleed”), ergonomic and spine health tips, and personalized wellness checks. Whether you are looking to recharge, get back on track, or simply stay proactive about your health, there’s something here for everyone. Get more details and register.
Upcoming Performances and Arts Events at George Mason
Juan Megna Concert
Tuesday, June 24, at 3:30 p.m.
Fairfax Campus, Center for the Arts
Argentinian drummer and percussionist Juan Megna performs Afro-Brazilian genres, jazz, Argentinian milongas, and chacareras. He had played/recorded with Tedd Baker, Wade Beach, and Shawn Purcell, as well as Brazilian artists Vinicius Dorim, Rubinho Antunes, Bruno Mangueira, and Felipe Silveira. This concert is free and open to the public and offered as part of Mason Jazz Camp.
Altin Sencalar Concert
Wednesday, June 25, at 3:30 p.m.
Fairfax Campus, Center for the Arts
Mason Jazz Camp presents American trombonist, composer, and educator Altin Sencalar. Praised by the International Trombone Associations Journal for his “virtuosity [and] melodic and harmonic mastery,” Sencalar has shared the stage with DeeDee Bridgewater, Rodney Whitaker, Christian McBride, David Sanborn, The Dizzy All Star Alumni Big Band, Michael Bublé, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, and more. This concert is free and open to the public and offered as part of Mason Jazz Camp.
U.S. Navy Band Commodores
Thursday, June 26, at 3:30 p.m.
Fairfax Campus, Center for the Arts
The U.S. Navy Band Commodores, the Navy's premier jazz ensemble, have been performing the very best of big band jazz for the Navy and the nation for 50 years. Formed in 1969, this 18-member group continues the jazz big band legacy with some of the finest musicians in the world. The Commodores' mission includes public concerts, national concert tours, ceremonial support in honoring our veterans, jazz education classes and clinics, and protocol performances for military and civilian government officials. This concert is free and open to the public and offered as part of Mason Jazz Camp.
Mason Jazz Camp: Student Showcase Concert
Friday, June 27, at 2 p.m.
Fairfax Campus, Center for the Arts
Participants of Mason Jazz Camp perform a student showcase to conclude the week-long camp. This concert is free and open to the public.
Paul Anka in Concert
Saturday, June 28, at 7 p.m.
SciTech Campus, Hylton Center, Merchant Hall
Legendary singer and songwriter Paul Anka, who has written for artists ranging from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, performs his greatest hits, including “Put Your Head On My Shoulder,” “Diana,” “She’s A Lady,” and “My Way.”
Prince William Little Theatre: Hairspray, The Broadway Musical
July 11–20, multiple performances
SciTech Campus, Hylton Center, Gregory Family Theater
Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs. It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and loveable teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire—to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star.
Arif Lohar Live
Saturday, July 12, at 8 p.m.
SciTech Campus, Hylton Center, Merchant Hall
Join Arif Lohar for a night of Punjabi folk music. The Jugni King will perform live in this unforgettable night.
Onyx Youth Orchestra and Onyx Philharmonic
Wednesday, July 16, at 6 p.m.
SciTech Campus, Hylton Center, Merchant Hall
The Onyx Project presents The Soul of America: An Orchestral Celebration of Soul and R&B. Onyx Youth Orchestra and Onyx Philharmonic will celebrate soul and R&B classics with guess vocalists and a little help from the audience.