The right elements to spark new discoveries

George Mason hosted a ribbon-cutting event for the Life Sciences and Engineering Building on the SciTech Campus. With more than 30 labs, the facility will fuel innovation and prepare future STEM and health leaders.

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Tony Skinn signs contract extension through 2029–30 after historic season

After leading George Mason to a record-tying 27 wins, its first A-10 regular season title, and national accolades, men's basketball head coach Tony Skinn (’06) will continue building the program’s future with a multi-year extension.

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Nearly 500 high schoolers get expert advice at Virginia CyberSlam 2025

George Mason University hosted Virginia CyberSlam 2025, where hundreds of high schoolers gained hands-on experience and insider advice from cybersecurity pros—opening doors to future careers in a high-demand field.

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From first of its kind research to stories of student and alumni success, read the latest news from George Mason.

A collaborative solution to culinary career challenges 

George Mason is collaborating with the City of Fairfax, Town of Vienna, and the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging, and Travel Association Foundation to keep local restaurants alive and thriving. Learn how students are helping the industry.


Women's History Month Events

March 15, 8 p.m. | Cherish the Ladies | Center for the Arts, Fairfax Campus

March 22, 8 p.m. | Chloé Arnold’s Syncopated Ladies LIVE | Hylton Center, Merchant Hall, SciTech Campus

March 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m. | UNICEF at George Mason World Women's Day Panel | JC Meeting Room A

March 29, 5 pm & 8 p.m. | American Roots Series: Alison Brown  | Hylton Center, Gregory Family Theater, SciTech Campus


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The programs and services offered by George Mason University are open to all who seek them. George Mason does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic national origin (including shared ancestry and/or ethnic characteristics), sex, disability, military status (including veteran status), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. After an initial review of its policies and practices, the university affirms its commitment to meet all federal mandates as articulated in federal law, as well as recent executive orders and federal agency directives.

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March 31, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | First-Gen Spotlight Day | Register     
April 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Spring Preview for admitted students | Register           
April 23, 6-7:30 p.m. | Spring Preview for admitted students | Register   

 

George Mason Athletics (Upcoming home events)

April 2: Softball vs. GW, 2 p.m. (DH)
April 4–5: Men's and women's track and field, Dalton Ebanks Invitational
April 4: Baseball vs. Saint Louis, 2 p.m.
April 4: Men's and women's tennis vs. Howard, 2 p.m.

View the complete Athletics schedule and results.

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