Archive for September, 2006

Fellowship Winner

September 27, 2006

Kamaleldin Mohamed, center, winner of a fellowship sponsored by the Information Systems Security Association, Northern Virginia Chapter (ISSA-NOVA); The Volgenau School of Information Technology and Engineering; and Mason’s Center for Secure Information Systems, talks with Brian Schultz, ISSA-NOVA president, at the group’s September meeting.Photo courtesy ISSA-NOVA

Corcoran Named CAA Rookie of the Week

September 27, 2006

Freshman Katie Corcoran garnered her first Colonial Athletic Association Rookie of the Week honor after helping lead the women’s volleyball team to a victory over Virginia Commonwealth University.

Art and Visual Technology Exhibit Features Adjunct Faculty

September 27, 2006

The first Art and Visual Technology exhibition for the 2006-07 season begins Oct. 2 with a display of works in the Fine Arts Gallery by Mason adjunct faculty.

Everyday Hero: Andrew ‘Andy’ Ruge

September 27, 2006

Years at Mason: 10
Current Position: Associate Athletic Director, Marketing and Communications
What He Does: When it comes to promoting Mason sports, making friends is a big part of Andy Ruge’s job.

Mason Speakers Take the University to the Community

September 27, 2006

Doris Bitler has two cats and more than 80 orchids at her home. So it is no surprise that “Feline Attraction: Magic, Myth and Mummies” and “Orchids for Everyone” are two of the topics she addresses as part of the Mason Speakers.

University Scholars Take the Lead

September 26, 2006

His name is Erek Perry, but the students he works with have given him affectionate nicknames: EP or Big Papa Perry. And his rapport with students has even led to an admiring reference on Facebook.

Libraries’ Collection Provides Look at Mason’s Past

September 26, 2006

One of the main functions of the University Libraries Special Collections and Archives department (SC&A) is to collect materials on the history of George Mason University. The materials are either donated or the staff actively searches for sources.

Women’s Studies Honors Faculty Authors

September 26, 2006

At a reception on Thursday, Sept. 28, at 3:30 p.m., Mason’s Women’s Studies Program will honor seven of its faculty members who have recently written books.

The reception will be held in the Women’s Studies Research and Resource Center in the Johnson Center, Room 240K, on the Fairfax Campus.

Men’s Soccer Keeps Streak Alive with 3-2 Victory over Hofstra

September 26, 2006

Andy Ruge
Michael Vallie

With less than three minutes remaining in the game, sophomore defender Michael Vallie tapped in the game-winning goal to give Mason a 3-2 win over Hofstra University Sunday afternoon.

Patriots Day

September 25, 2006

Students enjoyed the annual Patriots Day, with free music, games and food, last Thursday. Photo by Nicolas Tan