Archive for May, 2008

Newest Robinson Professor Sees History as ‘A Great Connector’

May 27, 2008

For historian Spencer Crew, the Underground Railroad that existed in the United States in the 19th century represented much of the best the nation had to offer during that timeframe and even into the present.

Immigration Hearing

May 23, 2008

The Virginia Commission on Immigration held a hearing at Mason’s Fairfax Campus on May 22. Above, panel members listen to speakers.Photo by Nicolas Tan

Mason Students, Faculty and Staff Share Fulbright Experiences

May 23, 2008

The third volume of the Diversity at Mason series, titled “Diversity at Mason: The Fulbright Experience,” will be available this summer.

Mason in the News

May 23, 2008

Following are highlights of national and international news coverage Mason recently received.

Virginia State Council Approves Mason PhD in Physics

May 22, 2008

With professors already exploring the outer edges of our solar system, unlocking the mysteries of black holes and paving the way for quantum computing, a Mason doctoral program in physics is long overdue.

Mason Hosts Virginia Commission on Immigration Hearing

May 22, 2008

Mason will host a Virginia Commission on Immigration public hearing on Thursday, May 22, in the Johnson Center’s Dewberry Hall on the Fairfax Campus.

Patriot Center Hosts Area Graduation Ceremonies

May 21, 2008

Mason’s Patriot Center will be graduation headquarters for the next several weeks, with two dozen area high schools holding their ceremonies at the center.

University Marshal Looks Back on Almost a Decade of Tradition

May 21, 2008

Prof. Jeff Chamberlain at CHSS convocation

Associate Professor Jeff Chamberlain spent Monday catching up after the whirlwind of Commencement.

Mason Sports Roundup

May 20, 2008

Ryan McCoy

With most of the the athletics teams having completed their seasons, the baseball and men’s and women’s track and field squads were the only two in action this past weekend.

Baseball swept the William and Mary Tribe in a three-game series, while track and field recorded a number of top-five finishes in the IC4A/ECAC Championships.

Dining Services Announces Summer Venues, Hours

May 20, 2008

With a smaller population on campus during the summer, Dining Services has adjusted the hours and venues for dining on the Fairfax Campus.