Mackenzie Bailey, staff writer If you are trying to figure out what to do this Valentine’s Day, the controversial, best-selling novel “50 Shades of Grey” by E.L. James is making its way into theaters. The pornographic, BDSM-based novel (that many…
To the Mason Community, We want to start off by thanking everyone who has submitted a response to our #GetaDatewithFourthEstate survey. In just the first few days we had over 200 applications, which is way more than we ever expected….
Eve Ensler’s “The Vagina Monologues” is a well-known series of monologues about the vagina. The concept may seem simple, but the play is about more than just genitalia. “The Vagina Monologues” explores many aspects of the vagina including femininity, sexuality birth, and…
Burke Brownfeld / Guest Columnist Brownfeld is a 2009 graduate certificate recipient of Mason’s Institute of Conflict Analysis and Resolution and a former Alexandria (Va.) Police officer. Over the last months we have faced immense anger and tension with regard to…
This story was originally published in the Feb. 9 issue of Fourth Estate. A storage closet in Sub 1 was converted into a Pop Up Pantry to help homeless and financially unstable students. The closet houses supplies such as non-perishable…
The contest for the title of Mason Majesty has begun. In case you missed the Mason Majesty Pageant on Monday, we have compiled the talent portion of the competitors as GIFs. Here you can simply vote on your favorite, but…
This year, the Virginia General Assembly has considered 19 bills on how to report and regulate alleged campus sexual assault charges. Some bills also outline how and where universities should direct services to sexual assault victims. As they are actively…
Homecoming 2015 is here! Check back for pictures from the week’s festivities and daily events. Feb. 14 Mason Women’s Basketball vs VCU: 12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. Location: Patriot Center Annual Homecoming Block Party: 1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Location: Fairfax campus, Parking Lot…
Food labels are becoming increasingly hard to decipher. With terms like “all-natural,” “non-GMO” and “free-range” appearing on labels, it is important that consumers understand exactly what they are buying. George Mason University’s Office of Sustainability works to provide leadership to…
Connor Smith, staff writer No Valentine’s Day is complete without chocolate in one of its many forms. Traditionally, people envision a glass of bold dry Cabernet Sauvignon or dry Champagne with a significant other while gorging him or herself, but…