Mason Worldwide - George Mason University

Academic Programs: Creating an atmosphere of global education is a priority at Mason. With a wide-range of academic programs fostering global understanding, students learn to live and work in a global society.
Admissions: With one of America's most diverse student populations, Mason provides countless opportunities to participate in events that provide an understanding of global environments and cultures.
Event Calendar: With one of America's most diverse student populations, Mason provides countless opportunities to participate in events that provide an understanding of global environments and cultures.
Projects and Partnerships: With numerous opportunities to collaborate with universities and organizations around the world, Mason truly prepares its students and faculty to become citizens of a global society.
Centers and Institutes: Whether researching new technologies or studying global policy, Mason's innovative research centers continually respond to the needs of the international community.
Student Resources: Whether you are a current Mason student looking to study abroad or an international student looking to study at Mason we've got an answer for all your questions.
Study Abroad: The Center for Global Education provides opportunities to study almost anywhere in the world. Whatever experience you are looking for, Mason can find the right program for you.

WELCOME!

"George Mason University's global scope is a fundamental part of its mission. This scope involves a rich mix of students whose interactions contribute directly to the educational experience. It involves informed awareness of global issues -opportunities and problems alike- and diverse reactions to them. It involves an array of globally-focused educational and research programs in Virginia and internationally. These various connections reflect and promote the values of global citizenship.

-Provost Peter N. Stearns

STUDENTS!

If you are currently studying abroad, then please submit your own Letter to George!

Letters to George: Learning Around the World

Hola George,

My trip to Costa Rica for Tropical tropical Ecology ecology has been one of the best experiences of my life! I have been able to see how the people of Costa Rica live and their passion for their biodiversity of landscapes and biota in their country. The trip started by revealing the social lives of Costa Ricans during our stay in San Jose, the capital city of the country. There, we were able to visit the central market, a building lined with food vendors, eateries,, and small stores. After leaving the city, we encountered the wilderness of Costa Rica, experiencing the thick, lush rainforests that make up the mountainous landscape of the Central Valley. We visited Volcan Poas, Volcan Arenal, and hanging bridges, where we saw capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys,, and a variety of other animal and plant species.

Now we are on our visit to Playa Langosta. The rugged conditions make me feel closer to nature, and the walks along the coastline every night allow me to see the Milky Way, a sight which I never could have imagined. It reminds me a lot of our trip into the rainforest last week, where we stayed in a hydro-powered research facility and lived next to a beautiful rushing river for four days. Our stay there was full of hiking, swimming under waterfalls,, and climbing up vines to find bromeliads. It was like a dream! I actually made my way over to a rock in the middle of the river just to take in the experience and look at my surroundings. It was very peaceful.

TIME Names Hussam a Global Hero of the Environment

In issues of TIME magazine now on newsstands, Mason chemistry professor Abul Hussam is cited as a Global Hero of the Environment for 2007. He was presented with an award in London on Oct. 25.

Earlier this year, Hussam won the $1 million Grainger Challenge Award for his water filtering system invention that is improving health and saving lives in developing countries, especially in his native Bangladesh.

A letter to Hussam from TIME International Editor Michael Elliott said the magazine is recognizing "individuals whose remarkable hard work, determination and vision are raising awareness of the threats to our environment. These heroes of our time are inspirational figures whose talent and dedication is truly making a difference to the quality of our lives and our planet."

WHERE'S MASON NOW?

NEW PROGRAM LAUNCH

The International Postsecondary Development Program made a commitment in 2004 to actively participate in this vision by building partnerships with institutions, agencies and communities around the world that are responsive to societal and economic development needs, seeking new opportunities to develop International Community College Town Centers around the globe, and providing opportunities for current students and graduates to develop leadership skills and broaden their horizons.