Mason Signs MOU with Nigerian University System
The Nigerian system is interested in Mason’s expertise on creating strong learning environments and attractive academic programs.
The Nigerian system is interested in Mason’s expertise on creating strong learning environments and attractive academic programs.
The Patriot Center is bustling with basketball and other entertainment throughout December.
This periodic column highlights the comings and goings of Mason faculty and staff, as well as promotions and job changes within the university.
At its monthly meeting on Nov. 18, the Faculty Senate approved a change to academic policy and revised two senate committee charges.
The reading takes place in theSPACE in Old Town Fairfax on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 8 p.m.
Todd Kashdan, Mason psychology professor and author of “Curious?” will lead the program.
In her new position at Mason, Johnson will serve as the senior administrative manager for all regional campus issues.
Shakespeare’s classic comedy “As You Like It” will be performed at the Center for the Arts Concert Hall on Friday, Nov. 20, at 8 p.m.
All three Mason campuses have announced their participation in the annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program, which provides toys and gifts for needy children during the winter holiday season.
The clinic is open to all Mason students, faculty and staff who are 18 years of age and older.

In a re-enactment of the event that took place 20 years ago, students take turns demolishing the Berlin Wall replica on the Fairfax Campus North Plaza. Photo by Evan Cantwell
Mason Recognized in Top 100 of Academic Ranking of World UniversitiesNovember 17, 2009
For the second year in a row, Mason was ranked as one of the top 100 North and Latin American universities.
AIDS Quilt Is Centerpiece of HIV Awareness Week at MasonNovember 16, 2009
Mason will display more than 100 squares from the AIDS Memorial Quilt on World AIDS Day, Dec. 1.
Amid Obstacles, Theater of the First Amendment Prepares for a ComebackNovember 16, 2009
TFA sets itself apart from other professional theater companies by placing the storyteller at its center.
‘Unconference’ to Explore Using Social Media on Sensitive IssuesNovember 16, 2009
Mason's Center for History and New Media is teaming up with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum to host the discussion.
Mason Receives $5 Million Gift Naming Engineering Building for Long and Kimmy NguyenNovember 11, 2009
“We believe very strongly in education and chose to bestow this gift upon George Mason University because of our commitment to its future,” says Long Nguyen.
Nov 18—Associated Press
Jim Olds, professor of neuroscience and director of Mason's Krasnow Institute for Advanced Study, discusses the challenges involved in attempting to simulate the human brain.
Nov 17—The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer (PBS.org)
Ming Wan, director of the global affairs program and professor of government and politics, discusses President Obama's recent trip to China.
Nov 12—Washington Business Journal
Mason's Volgenau School of Information Technology and Engineering receives a $5 million naming gift from Northern Virginia businessman Long Nguyen and his wife, Kimmy.
Nov 12—WJLA
Mason's students talk about the significance of the Berlin Wall's demolition, as they tear down a replica they built on campus.
Nov 9—The Tavis Smiley Show (Public Radio International)
Michael Fauntroy, assistant professor of public policy, discusses the Republican wins in Virginia and New Jersey and what this could mean for the 2010 elections.