George Mason alum Jimmy Hazel invests in the future with a foundational gift

James W. “Jimmy” Hazel, JD ’84, has dedicated his life to Virginia and George Mason University. In July 2024, as his Board of Visitors term ended, he contributed $1 million to the Smithsonian Mason School of Conservation.

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Jimmy Hazel, steadfast George Mason alum and friend, looks to the future with a foundational gift.

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The new tenant, Cybastion, is an American technology company that delivers world-class cybersecurity and digital enhancement solutions to accelerate digital transformation in emerging markets, especially Africa. Find out more about Cybastion's George Mason connections.


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As the fall semester kicks off, President Washington reminds students, faculty and staff of the university policies and practices for upholding First Amendment rights while maintaining a safe, welcoming and undisrupted living and learning environment.

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Saturday, Oct. 5 at 8 p.m. | Ballet Hispánico | Center for the Arts, Fairfax Campus

Registration for Mason Nation Thriving Together 5k is now open, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 19

Saturday, Oct. 26 at 8 p.m. | Villalobos Brothers | Hylton Center, SciTech Campus

 

George Mason Athletics (Upcoming home events)

Oct. 5: Women's tennis vs. Howard and Monmouth

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