George Mason University Information You Should Know
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Fairfax: 4400 University Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
Arlington: Original Building, 3401 Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22201; Hazel Hall, 3301 Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22201
Prince William: 10900 University Blvd., Manassas, VA 20110
Center for Innovative Technology (CIT): 2214 Rock Hill Road, Herndon, VA 22070
Loudoun: Ridgetop Two, 21641 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, VA 20166
How many degree programs are there at Mason?
168 (68 undergraduate/72 masters/27 doctoral/1 law
How many faculty and staff work at Mason? (Fall 2007)
5,183 (3,232 instructional & research faculty {1302 full-time, 992 part-time, 938 graduate assistants}; 1951 administrators and staff)
What is the regional accrediting body which gives Mason its Charter?
George Mason University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. In addition, some programs are accredited by specialized accrediting bodies.
What professional accreditations does George Mason hold?
• College of Education and Human Development - (Unit Accreditation at the Basic and Advanced Levels) National Council for Accreditation of Teaching Education
• College of Nursing and Health Science - National League for Nursing
• Music - National Association of Schools of Music
• Music Education Concentration - National Council for Accreditation Teacher Education
• Psychology - (Doctoral Clinical Program) American Psychological Association
• Public and International Affairs Department - (Master's of Public Administration Program) National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration
• School of Law - American Bar Association
• School of Management - American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business
• Social Work Program - Council on Social Work Education
• Volgeneau School of Information Technology and Engineering - (B.S. Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering and Urban Systems Engineering) Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology; (Computer Science) Computer Science Accreditation Board
What specialized stated accreditations does George Mason hold?
• College of Nursing and Health Science - Virginia State Board of Nursing
• Graduate School of Education Teacher Education Programs - Virginia State Board of Education
Where can you pick up Graduate/Undergraduate Applications?
Applicants to Mason are encouraged to apply online. The fee to apply with a paper copy is $70, and the fee to apply online is $50. The website to apply online is: http://admissions.gmu.edu/onapps.asp
Fairfax Campus:
• Admissions Office, Johnson Center, Room 213
• Johnson Center Information Desk
• Specialized graduate applications must be picked up from the department offering the program
Arlington Campus:
• Arlington Campus Information Desk, Original Building, Room 271
• Arlington Campus Information Desk, Original Building, Room 102B
Prince William Campus:
• Prince William Registrar, Occoquan Building, Room 202
Where can you ask questions about transfer credits?
Transfer Office, Prince William Campus, Occoquan Building, Room 202, (703) 993-9152
What office is in charge of registration, graduation, diplomas, and the class schedule?
Fairfax Campus:
• Registrar, North Chesapeake Module (behind Fenwick Library)
Arlington Campus:
• Records Office, Hazel Hall, Room 366 (School of Law students)
• SPP Students Service, Original Building, Room 272 (School of Public Policy students)
• University Life and Academic Services, Original Building, Room 333B (all other students)
Prince William Campus:
• Prince William Registrar, Occoquan Building, Room 201
Where can you find an academic advisor?
Fairfax Campus:
• Non-admitted students should go to Admissions, Johnson Center, Room 213
• Admitted students go to their department
• Students with undeclared majors or those considering a change of major receive advising from Academic Advising, Student Union Building I, Room 304
Arlington Campus:
• SPP Student Services, Original Building, Room 272 (School of Public Policy Students)
Prince William Campus:
• Prince William Registrar, Occoquan Building, Room 201. Call (703) 993-8375 to schedule an appointment
What are the schools in the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area where full-time students can take courses if the course is not offered at his/her school and use the libraries?
• The American University
• The Catholic University of America
• Corcoran College of Art & Design
• Gallaudet University
• George Mason University
• The George Washington University
• Georgetown University
• Howard University
• Marymount University
• National Defense Intelligence College
• National Defense University
• Southeastern University
• Trinity College
• University of the District of Columbia
• University of Maryland at College Park
The Washington Research Library Consortium includes:
• American University
• Catholic University
• Gallaudet University
• George Mason University
• Georgetown University
• The George Washington University
• Marymount University
• University of the District of Columbia
Where can you go for some quiet study?
Fairfax Campus: Fenwick Library
Arlington Campus: School of Law Library (Hazel Hall); Arlington Campus Library (Original Building)
Prince William Campus: Prince William Campus, Mercer Library
Where is the Teacher Evaluation Drop Box?
Fairfax Campus: Johnson Center, towards the East entrance from the Information Desk
Arlington Campus: Evaluations can be place in the mail slot in the door of the Mail Services office, Original Building, Room 105A
Prince William Campus: Information Center, Occoquan Building, Lobby OR Student & Academic Services, Occoquan Building, Room 201
How do you apply for graduation?
See the graduation website for application procedures.
When was George Mason born?
December 11, 1725
What did George Mason author?
Virginia Bill of Rights
What is Gunston Hall?
George Mason's home, located south of Fort Belvoir.
What year was Mason Founded?
1957
Of what university was Mason formerly an affiliate?
University of Virginia
What year did Mason become a 4-year degree granting institution?
1966
What area is known as the "old Quad"?
The area between East Building, West Building, Krug Hall and Finley Building.
How many acres are there on the Fairfax Campus?
677
How many acres are there on the Arlington Campus?
5.2
How many acres are there on the Prince William Campus?
124
What percent of Mason's 30,332 students attend full time (Fall 2007)?
54%
How many out-of-state students attend Mason?
As of Fall 2007: 5,291
Where can you find information about domicile?
Fairfax Campus:
• Newly admitted students go to the Admissions office in the Johnson Center, Room 213
• Currently enrolled students go to the Registrar in the North Chesapeake Module
Arlington Campus:
• Records office, Hazel Hall, Room 341 (School of Law students)
• SPP Admissions, Original Building, Room 272 (School of Public Policy students)
• University Life & Academic Services, Original Building, Room 333B (all other students)
Prince William Campus:
• Prince William Registrar, Occoquan Building, Room 201
Where do you go to change your current address?
Fairfax Campus:
• Registrar, North Chesapeake Module
Arlington Campus:
• Records Office, Hazel Hall, Room 341 (School of Law students)
• SPP Student Services, Original Building, Room 272 (School of Public Policy students)
Prince William Campus:
• Prince William Registrar, Occoquan Building, Room 201
Online:
• Patriot Web
Where can you get information about all Mason student organizations?
Fairfax Campus:
• Student Activities, Student Union I, Room 101
Arlington Campus:
• Student Bar Association, Hazel Hall, Room 347 (School of Law students)
• University Life & Academic Services, Original Building, Room 333B
Prince William Campus:
• University Life Office, Occoquan Building, Room 217G
What body is the overall liaison between the administration and the student body?
Student Government
What is the percentage of graduate students (degree & non-degree seeking) at Mason?
As of Fall 2007: 39% (including law degree)
What is the resident student population at Mason?
As of Fall 2007: 4,219
How many students graduated from Mason in the 2007 - 2008 academic year?
6,988 degrees and certificates were awarded. Of the 2007 graduating class, 4,025 received undergraduate degrees and 2,500 were awarded master degrees, and 239 recieved doctoral degrees. The School of Law graduated 224 students.
Which four buildings make up the main "Quad"?
On the Fairfax Campus, Student Union I, Robinson A, Fenwick Library, and Krug Hall
What and where is Eisenhower Hall?
On the Fairfax Campus, it is the student center in the middle of President's Park (freshman housing). Ike's Restaurant is located in Eisenhower Hall.
Where is Carow Hall and what is housed there?
On the Fairfax Campus, off Shenandoah Lane near Roberts Road. It houses the Center for Study of Public Choice.
Who do you contact to schedule space in the Student Unions and/or the Johnson Center on the Fairfax Campus?
Events Management, Student Union II, (703) 993-2853
Who do you contact to schedule space at the Prince William Campus?
• For non-academic scheduling, contact Prince William Administration, Occoquan Building, Room 217, (703) 993-8425
• For academic space scheduling, contact Peggy Aldrich, Occoquan Building, Room 201B, (703) 993-8372
Who do you contact to schedule space at the Arlington Campus?
Contact Arlington Operations, (703) 993-8140.
How many seats does the Patriot Center have?
10,000
Where is the Institute for Conflict Analysis & Resolution located?
Arlington Campus, Truland Building
Where is the Center for Psychological Services?
10340 Democracy Lane, Suite 202, Fairfax
Where is the Commerce Building?
4084/4087 University Drive, next to the Fire Station
What offices are located in the Commerce Building?
• Education Leadership Outreach Program
• Fiscal Services
• Fixed Assets
• General Accounting
• GSE Offices
• Human Resources & Payroll
• Kellar Institute for Human disAbility Lab
• Purchasing & Accounts Payable
What is located at the Prince William Campus?
• Administration of Justice
• ATCC (American Type Culture Collection)
• Bookstore
• Center for Biomedical Genomics
• Center for Geonomic Liver Diseases
• Chemistry and Biochemistry
• Computer Labs
• Continuing Professional Education, Office of
• DoIT/ITU
• Environmental Health & Safety, Office of
• Environmental Science and Policy
• Facilities Management
• Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center
• Information Desks
• Initiatives in Educational Transformation
• Key Control
• Life Sciences
• Mail Services
• Mason Enterprise Center @ Prince William Campus
• Mercer Library
• Molecular & Microbiology
• National Center for Biodefense
• Parking Services
• Photo ID
• Police
• Print Services
• Randall's Café
• Recreation, Health & Tourism, School of
• Science, School of
• Shared Research Instrumentation Facility (SRIF)
• Student & Academic Services
• Student Health
• Verizon Auditorium
• Volgenau Information Technology and Engineering, School of (Applied Information Technology)
What is the Freedom Center and where is it located?
This 110,000 square foot, two-story building located on the Prince William Campus is the result of an agreement between the City of Manassas, Prince William County, and George Mason University to serve the citizens of the city, the county, and the students and staff of George Mason. The university operates and maintains the center with assistance from the city and the county. The Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center is situated on 13 acres and offers the following services and amenities:
• sate-of-the-art exercise equipment
• weight training, fitness, and aerobics rooms
• group fitness programs, with over 100 classes weekly
• a full gymnasium with elevated track
• racquetball/wallyball courts
• recreational and instructional swimming in a 50-meter competition pool
• spectator seating for 500 people
• 7,000 sq. foot leisure pool with a variety of water features
• George Mason's human performance lab
• "smart" classrooms and other meeting space
• locker rooms equipped with saunas
• family changing rooms
• child care area
• ample parking
What is located at CIT (Center for Innovative Technology)?
• Executive MBA
• Office of Continuing and Professional Education/Herndon Professional Center
What is located at the Arlington Campus?
• Center for Global Studies
• Critical Infrastructure Protection Project
• Dining Services
• Information Desks
• Initiatives in Educational Transformation (M.A.)
• Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution
• Institute for Humane Studies
• Interdisciplinary Center for Economic Science
• ITU Library
• Mail Services
• Mercatus Center
• Non-Profit Management Program
• Parking Services
• Photo ID
• Print Services
• School of Public Policy Masters Programs
• School of Law
• Social Work, MSN
• Student Health
• University Life and Academic Services
Where is Kelley Drive?
Off Route 123, south of the Field House
What offices are located on Kelley Drive?
• Capitol Connection
• Association of Writers & Writing Programs
What are the phone numbers to Campus Police?
For emergencies when calling from a campus phone: 911
When calling from all other phones: (703) 993-HELP
If you want information or assistance in regards to sexual harassment, where would you go?
Fairfax Campus:
• Equity & Diversity Services Office, 105 Mason Hall, (703) 993-8730
• Human Resources, Commerce Building, (703) 993-2600
• Your academic dean
• Sexual Assault Services, 219 Student Union I, (703) 993-4364 (703-380-1434, 24 hour cell phone)
Arlington Campus:
• Sexual Assault Services, Original Building, Room 334E, (703) 993-8186 (703-380-1434, 24 hour cell phone)
Prince William Campus:
• Sexual Assault Services, Occoquan Building, Room 202F, (703) 993-9448 (703-380-1434, 24 hour cell phone)
Where can you go to use computers?
Fairfax Campus:
• Innovation Hall, Room 301
• Johnson Center, Room 311, 340 - 343
Arlington Campus:
• Original Building, Room 306
• Hazel Hall, Room 342, 350
Prince William Campus:
• Bull Run Hall, Room 148
Where is Admissions?
Fairfax Campus:
• Johnson Center, Room 213
Arlington Campus:
• School of Law Admissions, Hazel Hall, Room 237
• School of Public Policy Admissions, Original Building, Room 280
Prince William Campus:
• Prince William Registrar, Occoquan Building, Room 201
Where is Financial Aid?
Fairfax Campus: South Chesapeake Module (behind Fenwick Library)
Arlington Campus: Call Financial Aid at (703) 993-2353 for a listing of dates and times they will be on the Arlington Campus.
Prince William Campus: Prince William Registrar, Occoquan Building, Room 201
Where is the Student Radio Station (WGMU) located?
Johnson Center, Lower Level, across from the Bistro
Where is the Student Accounts Office?
Fairfax Campus:
• North Chesapeake Module (behind Fenwick Library)
Arlington Campus:
• Records Office, Hazel Hall, Room 341 (School of Law)
• University Life & Academic Services, Original Building, Room 333B (all other students)
Where is the Registrar?
Fairfax Campus: North Chesapeake Module (behind Fenwick Library)
Arlington Campus: Records Office, Hazel Hall, Room 341 (School of Law only)
Prince William Campus: Prince William Registrar, Occoquan Building, Room 201
Where is the Cash Office?
Fairfax Campus, Student Union I, Lower Level
What does the Program Board do?
A student body that strengthens community through activities. The five committees are: Concerts, Every Freakin' Friday, Film, Homecoming, and Special Events.
Where is the Broadside main office located?
Fairfax Campus, Student Union I, Room 204
Where are the Student Government offices?
Fairfax Campus, Johnson Center, Room 133
Where is the Peer Empowerment Program?
Fairfax Campus, Student Union I, Room 221
Where is Student Health Services?
Fairfax Campus: Student Union I, Room 214
Arlington Campus: Truland Building, Suite 150
Prince William Campus: Occoquan Building, Room 229
Where is the On-Campus Housing Office?
Fairfax Campus, Potomac Heights, 1st Floor
Where can you find information about off-campus housing?
Visit http://och.gmu.edu or http://liveoffcampus.com
Where is the Women and Gender Studies Center located?
Fairfax Campus, Johnson Center, Room 240K
Where is the Photo ID Office located?
Fairfax Campus: Student Union II, Lower Level, Room 1014J
Arlington Campus: Original Building, Room 334G
Prince William Campus: Bull Run Hall, Room 108A
Where is the TV Studio?
Fairfax Campus, Innovation Hall, 4th floor
Where is President Merten's Office?
Fairfax Campus, Mason Hall, D103
Where can food be purchased on campus?
Fairfax Campus:
Student Union Building I:
- Chick-fil-A
- Damon's Grill - a full service sports bar known for its ribs and fun. Also available, large screen and multiple monitors for multimedia
- Damon's Express
- Jazzman's Café - Coffee bar
Student Union Building II:
- Ciao Hall - here you can find all-you-care-to-eat food prepared just in time and just for you. From the international to American and vegetarian classics, Ciao Hall serves a healthful variety to satisfy any taste.
Johnson Center:
- Ground Floor: Mason's own Jazzman's Café and the Bistro are popular partners on the ground floor of the Johnson Center. Jazzman's features live music and cool jazz, signature pastries, salads, sandwiches, and the full range of coffee drinks and teas a la Seattle's Best, while the Bistro offers a wide variety of carefully prepared comfort foods and fantastic atmosphere.
- The Center Court on the Main Level Boasts:
- Taco Bell
- Burger king
- Italian Fare at LaVincita
- Pan-Asian Specialties at Ya-Ya's
- Favors of South Asia with Halal meat only are offered at Sangam
- Sub sandwiches on fresh baked breads at the SUB Connection
- Vegan and vegetarian foods at Fresh 'n Lite
- Healthful smoothies, decadent dairy, and cookies at Freshens
- Café with great coffees, local baked goods, and a New York-style deli counter at La Patisserie
- All the best of Starbuck's, and the convenience of grab and go can be found at the Express
- Third Floor: George's Restaurant features well-rounded hot and cold favorites, white linens, and flower.
Presidents Park, Eisenhower Hall:
- Ikes - when late-night hunger strikes, head over to Ike's where you'll enjoy great cooked-to-order diner-style food in this lively and popular meeting and eating place.
Sandy Creek Parking Deck Waiting Area:
- Jazzman's Café
Chesapeake Area, Blueridge Hall:
- One Stop Patriot Shop, convenience store
Arlington Campus:
- Mason Café, Hazel Hall, 1st Floor
Prince William Campus:
- Randall's Café, Occoquan Building
- Jazzman's Café, Bull Run Hall
For more information about George Mason University Dining Services, dining locations, hour, or meal plans, go to dining.gmu.edu or mealplans.gmu.edu or call (703) 980-8747.
Where can you go to establish a Mason Money account, add money to the account, and inquire about your account?
Fairfax Campus:
• All University Card (Mason Money) Office, Student Union II, Room 1014J
• Card Management Centers: Johnson Center, Library and Fenwick Library
Arlington Campus:
• Card Management Centers: Arlington Original Building, Library and Hazel Hall, Law Library
Prince William Campus:
• Card Management Center: Occoquan Building, Mercer Library
Online Deposits:
• https://masonmoneyonline.gmu.edu/
Where can alcohol be bought and consumed on campus?
Fairfax Campus: Damon's has a full-service bar, George's Restaurant sells beer and wine, and the Bistro also sells beer. Proper identification is required at all locations. Alcohol is also available through Dining Services for catered events. People of legal drinking age are allowed to have alcohol in residence halls.
What are the Mason media productions/publications?
• Biodefense Journal - online publication for members of the BioDefense community
• Broadside - student newspaper
• Docket - law school newspaper
• George Mason Review - undergraduate literary journal
• GMView - video yearbook and senior tribute magazine
• Hispanic Culture Review - Hispanic literary journal
• Mason Cable Network - student run television channel
• Mason Spirit - the alumni magazine
• Mason Gazette - online faculty/staff news
• Phoebe - graduate literary journal
• So to Speak - feminist literary journal
• Volition - undergraduate creative magazine
• VoxPop - student run magazine
• WGMU Radio
Where can you buy newspapers?
Fairfax Campus:
• Behind Student Union I
• Student Union II, second floor lobby
• Bookstore, Johnson Center Atrium
• George Mason Blvd Circle (between Finley Building and Thompson Hall)
Arlington Campus:
• Original Building, outside 2nd floor lobby
• Bookstore, Original Building, lower level
Prince William Campus:
• Bookstore, Occoquan Building, lower level
Where do you go to get posters/flyers approved to hang on campus?
Fairfax Campus:
• Johnson Center, Information Desk
Arlington Campus:
• University Information Office, Original Building, Room 102B
• School of Law Receptionist, Hazel Hall, 2nd Floor
Prince William Campus:
• Information Center, Occoquan Building, 1st floor lobby
• Information Center, Bull Run Hall, 1st floor lobby
Once your flyer has been approved where may it be hung?
Fairfax Campus: Student Union I stairwells, approved bulletin boards in Student Union II and bulletin boards across from the elevators in the Johnson Center. Quantities are restricted.
Arlington Campus: On designated bulletin boards throughout the building.
Prince William Campus: Information Center staff will post on bulletin boards outside the Bookstore and the Occoquan Building 2nd floor lounge area.
If an off-campus vendor wants to post flyers in the student housing areas where must he go for approval?
Fairfax Campus, Housing and Residence Life - Potomac Heights
Where do you go to place a message on the electronic sign boards?
For the marquee on Braddock Road, go to University Information, Student Union I, Room 208.
For the electronic message board in the Johnson Center, go to the Johnson Center Information Desk.
For the plasma tv/message board in the Johnson Center, visit Student Centers, Johnson Center, Room 324.
Where can you buy tickets to the Concert Hall, TheaterSpace, and Harris Theatre?
The Box Office in the Concert Hall during regular box office hours and at the location of the performance one hour before the show. You can also purchase tickets over the phone via Tickets.com at (703) 218-6500 or online at http://www.tickets.com/. Tickets can be ordered from Tickets.com Monday through Sunday, 10:00 am to 9:00 pm. Season tickets for performances in the Concert Hall may be purchased by calling the subscription line at (703) 993-ARTS.
Where can you buy tickets to Patriot Center events?
Patriot Center Box Office, (703) 993-3000, or at any TicketMaster outlet. Tickets can also be purchased online at http://www.ticketmaster.com.
Where can you buy tickets to George Mason's athletic events?
Call the Athletic Ticket Office at (703) 993-3270 for information on purchasing ticket to any of Mason's athletic events.
What NCAA sports does Mason compete in?
• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Lacrosse
• Rowing
• Soccer
• Softball
• Swimming/Diving
• Tennis
• Track & Field (indoor and outdoor)
• Volleyball
• Wrestling
What national or NCAA competitions has Mason been champions of?
• Men's Indoor Track (1996 NCAA champs)
• Women's Soccer (1985 NCAA champs)
• Trap & Skeet Shooting (1986 - 93 1st place)
• Debate (1990 - 91 1st, usually second place)
• Forensics (1979 1st in American Forensics Association, usually in top five)
• Cheerleading (1990)
Where are campus maps located?
Fairfax Campus:
• Information Desks in Student Union I, Student Union II, and the Johnson Center
• Switchboard in Student Union I
• Information Kiosk outside the third level of the Parking Deck
• Information Kiosk in front of the Finley Building
• University Information Web Site
Arlington Campus:
• Information Center in the Original Building
Prince William Campus:
• Information Center, Occoquan Building, 1st floor lobby
• Information Center, Bull Run Hall, 1st floor lobby
How much does the CUE Bus cost?
The CUE Bus is free for those with a valid Mason ID; others the fare is $.75. Children age 3 and younger ride free. Elementary, intermediate and high school students, senior citizens (age 60 and older), and persons with disabilities with a valid ID ride for $.50
Where does the CUE Bus go?
From Mason's Fairfax Campus to the Vienna/George Mason University Metro Station, via two separate routes (Green Line & Gold Line) through the City of Fairfax.
Where are the bus stops on Mason's Fairfax Campus?
The CUE Bus stops across from Parking Lot G. The Metrobus stops on University Drive across from Parking Lot H, as well as the corner of Braddock Road and Roanoke River Road.
What is the Mason-to-Metro Shuttle?
A direct shuttle from the Fairfax Campus to the Vienna Metro Station and back to the Fairfax Campus.
Which Metro buses stop at Mason's Fairfax campus?
15K, 15L, 17A, 17G, 29K (University Drive bus stop)
Which Metro buses stop near Mason's Arlington Campus?
24P, ART 67
Which Metro rail line is close to the Arlington campus?
Orange Line at the Virginia Square/GMU Station
Where can you get routes for Metrorail, Merobus & CUE Bus?
Fairfax Campus:
• Student Union I Information Desk
• Switchboard in Student Union I, Room 206B
• Johnson Center Information Desk
Arlington Campus:
• Original Building, Information Center
For more information call:
• Metro, (202) 637-6700, www.wmata.com
• CUE Bus, (703) 385-7859
Where do you buy parking decals?
Fairfax Campus: Parking Services, Administrative Office, Parking Services Building, adjacent to the Sandy Creek Parking Deck, (703) 993-2710
Arlington Campus: Parking Services, Original Building, Room 104, (703) 993-8146
Prince William Campus: Parking Services, Occoquan Building, Room 112, (703) 993-4808
Where do you go to appeal a parking ticket?
Fairfax Campus: Parking Services Appeals Office, Parking Services Building, adjacent to the Sandy Creek Parking Deck, (703) 993-2710
Arlington Campus: Parking Services, Original Building, Room 104, (703) 993-8146
Prince William Campus: Parking Services, Occoquan Building, Room 112, (703) 993-4808
How can you get to Washington DC from the Fairfax Campus by car?
• University Drive to Rt 123 north to Rt 66 east
• University Drive to Rt 236 east to Rt 495 south to Rt 395 north
• Braddock Road east to Rt 495 south to Rt 395 north
Visit our Directions website to get directions to other George Mason campuses and locations.
Is there some form of public transportation between the Fairfax and Prince William Campuses?
The Prince William Shuttle Bus provides free transportation for George Mason University Students, faculty and staff Passengers will be requested to show their Mason identification card to the driver upon boarding the bus.
The shuttle provides service from the CUE bus stop (Fairfax Campus) located on Patriot Circle and in front of the Sandy Creek Parking Deck (Fairfax Campus) to the front of the Occoquan Building and the Freedom Center at the Prince William Campus. There is also a stop at the Manassas Mall Target on the way to and from each of the campuses at certain times throughout the day. Check the shuttle website, http://shuttle.gmu.edu, for an updated schedule of arrival and departure times.
Contact the Transportation Office at (703) 993-4156 for information regarding service or schedules.
Is Day Care available on campus?
Yes. The Child Development Center is for children, ages 2 - 5, of faculty, staff and students. It is located off of Patriot Circle on the north side of campus near University Drive.
What is the number for the Escort Service?
For all campuses, (703) 993-HELP (4357)
Who handles locker rentals?
Fairfax Campus: Student Centers, Johnson Center, Room 324
Arlington Campus: Law School Receptionist, Hazel Hall, Room 204, (703) 993-8000
Where can you look for on-campus employment?
Fairfax Campus, University Career Services, SUB I, Room 348 (for student jobs)
Human Resources, (703) 993-2600 (for non-student wage and full time jobs)
Where can you look for employment in the Prince William County area?
Prince William Campus, Student & Academic Services Office, Occoquan Building, Room 201
Where can you find out about opportunities to volunteer?
Fairfax Campus, Center for Leadership & Community Engagement, Enterprise Hall, Room 442
Where are the Campus Copy Centers located?
Fairfax Campus: Johnson Center, Room 135 and Robinson Hall B, Room B301
Arlington Campus: Law Library, Hazel Hall, Room 134
Prince William Campus: Print Services, Bull Run Hall, Room 108A
Where can letters be mailed, stamps and packaging purchased?
Fairfax Campus: Mail Services - Johnson Center, Room 120
Arlington Campus: Mail Services - Original Building, Room 105A
Prince William Campus: Bull Run Hall, Room 108
Where can you get copied course material for classes?
Fairfax Campus: Bookstore - Johnson Center, 1st Floor, Atrium
Arlington Campus: Print Services, Law Library - Hazel Hall, 1st Floor
Prince William Campus: Print Services - Bull Run Hall, Room 108A
Where can you get a catalog?*
Fairfax Campus: Bookstore, Johnson Center, Atrium level. They can be purchased for $2, or mailed for $6.95.
Arlington Campus: Bookstore, Original Building, Room 102
Prince William Campus: Bookstore, Occoquan Building, Room 105
*Newly admitted students get one copy at Orientation. You can also view the catalog online at www.gmu.edu/catalog.
Where are the lost and found centers on campus?
Fairfax Campus:
• University Police, Police Building
• Johnson Center Information Desk (items held for a short period, then sent to University Police)
• SUB I and SUB II Information Desks (items held for a short period, then sent to University Police)
Arlington Campus:
• University Police, Hazel Hall, Room 101
Prince William Campus:
• University Police, Occoquan Building, Room 227
Where can administrative staff and faculty get keys made for university offices?
Fairfax Campus: Key Control Office, Northeast Module II, Room 132
Arlington Campus: Key Control Office, Original Building, Room 401C
Prince William Campus: University Police, Occoquan Building, Room 223B
Where are ATM's on campus?
Fairfax Campus:
• Drive-up by University Police
• Outside Student Union I
• Outside Student Union II
• Inside Johnson Center, First floor, North Atrium, next to Chevy Chase Bank
• Patriot Center
• Presidents Park , Eisenhower Hall
• Chesapeake Area, Shenandoah Hall
Arlington Campus:
• Original Building, 2nd floor Atrium
• Hazel Hall, lower level, by Police
Prince William Campus:
• Cafeteria, Occoquan Building, lower level
Where can you get documents notarized?
Fairfax Campus:
• Registrar's Office (students only)
• Chevy Chase Bank
• Apple Federal Credit Union (members only)
Arlington Campus:
• Records Office, Hazel Hall (Law students only)
Prince William Campus:
• PWC Administration, Occoquan Building, Room 217
• Freedom Center Administration Office
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Last updated on July 14, 2008