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- The Research I observatory provides access to the night skies for students and amateur astronomers throughout the region.
- Mason students come from all 50 states and more than 125 countries, creating an environment rich in cultural perspectives.
- With almost 5,000 students living on campus, Mason boasts one of the largest residential communities in Virginia.
- Mason has 22 NCAA Division I teams, including women's rowing, and a wide range of club and intramural teams.
- Fine and performing arts students learn from award-winning artists and performers.
- More than 200 student organizations and other activities contribute to a vibrant campus life.
- More than 7,000 students graduated this year at Mason's Commencement in the Patriot Center.
- Mason's dynamic academic programs prepare students for 21st century careers.
- Southside, Mason's innovative new dining facility, was designed with sustainability and environmental issues in mind.
The University Video
University Passes $100 Million Research Milestone
Mason's sponsored research expenditures have grown 25 percent over 2008 and 45 percent since 2007.
Mason Rolls Out the Red Carpet During Welcome Week
More than 75 activities are scheduled from Aug. 27 to Sept. 7, so there are plenty of ways to meet new people, learn about Mason and have fun as the new semester begins.
Promote Walking or Biking, Mason Expert Urges Community Leaders
With half the car trips in the nation covering less than five miles, it's a no-brainer, says communication professor Ed Maibach.
Alumnus Recognized for Avalanche Rescue
A snow ranger for an Alaskan national forest, Matt Murphy had his skills tested when he witnessed an avalanche that buried a skier.
The Real World: Aspiring Scientists Learn How It's Done
High school students forsake the pool this summer to spend hours in labs with top Mason researchers.
Psychologists Delve Into the Paradox of U.S. Concern but Inaction on Climate Change
SolveClimate.org
Center for Climate Change Communication Director Edward Maibach is interviewed about his research on the different ways the American public reacts to and feels about global warming.
The 3-Minute Interview: David Anderson
Washington Examiner
Mason professor David Anderson is interviewed concerning his research on drug and alcohol prevention efforts at the college, community college and high school levels.
The Communicators: Alan Merten
C-SPAN
Mason President Alan Merten discusses information technology in the university and in particular how IT has changed Mason.
Heads Management
Northern Virginia Magazine
On the cusp of George Mason University’s 30th-anniversary celebration of its prestigious School of Management, one man entrusts the school’s reputation in the hands of another.
Pencils Down. Bodies Up.
Washington Post
The Washington Post writes about the new Freedom Challenge Course at Mason’s Prince William Campus where students can climb ropes and scale walls as they learn about collaboration, communication and team building.
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