$30 million gift brings two new institutes to the Schar School

Philanthropist Dwight Schar, founder of NVR Inc., has given $30 million to expand the Schar School’s work in national security, intelligence, and economic statecraft through two new institutes.

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Veteran artists and writers share their stories

George Mason alumni discussed turning military experience into art and fiction at the 2026 International Writers Festival

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Art as a bridge for those who served

A new fellowship at George Mason supports veteran artists and caregivers as they explore trauma, healing, and resilience in their work.

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New wind tunnel gives George Mason’s aerospace program wings

George Mason’s new 18-foot wind tunnel lets engineering students take their aerodynamics experiments to higher speeds and larger scales.

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Forecasting storms from space

George Mason researchers are using AI to forecast geomagnetic storms and strengthen cybersecurity for space networks, with support from the National Science Foundation.

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A quantum leap for Virginia

On Access to Excellence, President Washington, Mandy Birch of TreQ, and Patrick Vora discuss the new Virginia Quantum Hub at George Mason.

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In Honor of Veterans Day, Hylton Center Concert Marks a Homecoming for The U.S. Army Band Commander

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Creating understanding through art: George Mason’s Veteran Artist Research Fellowship

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Sound study on Theodore Roosevelt Island brings students out of the lab and into the field

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George Mason research helps improve safety at airport Metro stations and across the region

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George Mason helps lead NSF project to build next-generation quantum workforce

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George Mason announces $15,000 scholarships for qualifying Washington, D.C., high schoolers

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George Mason receives $6M grant to support low-income students

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George Mason University's Grand Challenge Initiative (GCI) is a comprehensive research framework, backed by an initial five-year, $15 million investment, to align university resources, faculty expertise, and educational programs around six interconnected solution areas addressing humanity’s ultimate grand challenge. 

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