Join the rest of the George Mason community as we welcome new students to a new academic year. Welcome2Mason events span the first few weeks of the fall semester and provide countless opportunities for students to get involved, meet new people, and learn more about our campus. For a complete list of scheduled events, visit welcome2mason.gmu.edu. Signature events include IVth Night, Transfer Nation, academic department receptions, Involvement Fair and on-campus job fairs, “Ask Me” tents across campus, and other welcome activities.
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