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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Solar flares, geomagnetic storms, and last night’s Northern Lights show

Last night’s rare aurora borealis display, fueled by intense geomagnetic activity, lit up the skies near George Mason University. Discover the science behind this dazzling event with insights from George Mason expert Peter Becker.

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George Mason University Sponsors It’s Academic on WETA PBS, Championing Academic Excellence & Student Achievement

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Movers and Shakers offers students lessons beyond the classroom

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Annie Yu was able to turn internship into a career in a top 10 market

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George Mason University honors former President Jimmy Carter with honorary degree. Read more.
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October's Artist-in-Residence, The GRAMMY Award-winning Villalobos Brothers (10/26) are giving voice to contemporary Mexican music.
This George Mason alum can help you sleep better

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Children learning art at Salama Africa in the Dzaleka Refugee Camp In Malawi.
Folklore professor traveled around the world in 90 days for research project

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Education policy students meet with policymakers on the Hill

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In the media: George Mason builds up state’s cybersecurity workforce (Virginia Business)

Virginia leads the nation with over 53,000 cybersecurity job openings, and George Mason University is crucial in filling this gap through hands-on training, partnerships, and targeted initiatives. VP Andre Marshall outlines the university's efforts to strengthen the state's cybersecurity workforce.

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Access to Excellence Podcast

Join George Mason University President Gregory Washington as he invites experts, change-makers, innovators, and thought leaders to engage in meaningful conversations about the greatest challenges of our time.

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