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Welcome new and returning Patriots!

It's move-in week.

Here are some resources to help you with move-in from George Mason University's Housing and Residence Life staff.

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Photo of the Week

Unpacking new and returning Patriots

This week and through the weekend, 6,000 students are moving into the residence halls on Mason's campuses. Families, friends, and members of the Mason Nation helped these new Patriots get settled into their new homes on campus. Bittersweet goodbyes and exciting new beginnings abounded.

See more move-in photos.

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Events Around Campus

UC Move-In | Aug. 18-20

Convocation | Aug. 18 | 11 a.m. | Eagle Bank Arena

First Day of Fall Classes | Aug. 21

SciTech Campus Welcome Fair | Aug. 22

Mason Square Fest | events through Aug. 24

Grand Piano Celebration | Sept. 10, 3 p.m. | Dewberry Family School of Music

2023 Mason Nation Thriving Together 5k and 1 Mile Run/Walk | Oct. 14 | Register

Upcoming Events | visit Mason360

Mason Athletics - Upcoming home events

Aug. 19 – Men's Soccer vs. Mount St. Mary's (Md.), 7 p.m.
Aug. 24 – Men's Soccer vs. UMBC, 7 p.m.
Aug. 26 – Women's Volleyball vs. American, 2 p.m.
Aug. 26 – Women's Volleyball vs. Georgetown, 7 p.m.