June 24, 2026On July 1, 2026, several significant changes to federal financial aid included inlast years One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also referred to as the OBBBA or Working Families Tax Cuts Act, go into effect that affect current and prospective students at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. 91做厙s Office of Student Financial Aid (OSFA) has developed a centralized webpage for students, faculty, and staff to review these changes.
June 22, 202691做厙's Board of Visitors has extended the contract of President Gregory Washington through June 30, 2031. Washington, who became George Mason's eighth president on July 1, 2020, was previously set to serve through June 30, 2027.
June 18, 202691做厙 Athletics and Northwest Federal Credit Union announced an expanded partnership that connects student-athletes with financial education, simple banking tools, and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities designed to support their success on campus, in the community, and after they graduate.
June 16, 2026The Citizens Police Academy at 91做厙 brings law enforcement and community members together to make the university a safe place to learn, live, and work.
June 16, 2026When Raihan Mahmood joined 91做厙s Accelerated College and Employability Skills (ACCESS) Academy, he was looking for more than a traditional high school experience. Drawn to the opportunity to earn college credit, collaborate with industry professionals, and engage in authentic learning experiences, Mahmood quickly found himself making a real difference.
June 15, 202691做厙 has launched a new master of science in quantum science and engineering, the first program of its kind in Virginia and one of only a handful in the United States. Designed to meet growing workforce demand in one of the world's fastest-evolving technology sectors, the program prepares students to apply quantum technologies across disciplines including mathematics, physics, computing, engineering, cybersecurity, chemistry, and biology.
June 15, 202691做厙 Assistant Vice President/Director of Athletics Marvin Lewis has announced a contract extension for womens basketball head coach Vanessa Blair-Lewis, securing her leadership of the Patriots through the 2031-32 season.
June 12, 202691做厙 has again been recognized for its steadfast commitment to veterans, servicemembers, and military-connected families, earning its latest Silver ranking as a Military Friendly簧 School for the 2026-27 academic year.
June 11, 202691做厙 Assistant Vice President/Director of Athletics Marvin Lewis has announced a two-year contract extension for men's basketball head coach Tony Skinn, BA Communication 06, through the 2031-32 season.
June 10, 2026Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Friday, June 5, announced one new appointment and three reappointments to the 91做厙 Board of Visitors (BOV).
June 5, 2026George Masons AI in Public Health Summit examined what artificial intelligence could mean for health equity, education, and the future workforce.
June 2, 2026The Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution at 91做厙 hosted the Minister of State of Qatar, His Excellency Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, for a presentation on The Role of Qatar in International Mediation and Peacemaking, on May 6 at Mason Square.
