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George Mason is building Virginia’s quantum ecosystem through a new Virginia Quantum Hub and the region’s first open-architecture quantum computer. Explore George Mason’s quantum vision.
School of Nursing naming honors Arlene Evans and Barry Dewberry
In recognition of a transformative $15 million gift from Arlene Evans and Barry Dewberry, the largest philanthropic commitment in the history of George Mason's College of Public Health, the School of Nursing will be renamed the Arlene Evans and Barry Dewberry School of Nursing at George Mason University. Learn more about the gift.
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