Monthly Archives: March 2025

A deep dive into Mason’s School of Dance Gala

Building blocks toward a career in dance BY CHARLIE MCVICKERS, STAFF WRITER Each spring, dance majors at George Mason perform in the annual School of Dance Gala concert at the Center for the Arts. The performance allows students to work…

Things to do in New York City

Copy editor Nylah Mitchell shares her guide to the Big Apple for spring break BY NYLAH MITCHELL, COPY EDITOR Spring break is finally here! Whether you’re planning a solo day trip or a week-long family vacation to New York City…

DEI is out as federal mandate rolls in

Recent federal mandates lead to rebranding of Mason’s former Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion BY VIVIANA SMITH, SENIOR STAFF WRITER Recent federal mandates issued under President Donald Trump’s administration demand the end of “race-based decision making in higher education.”…

Behind the game: Mason’s WBB Head Manager Connor Whitworth

Talks scouting, teamwork and future goals BY CHRISTIAN SEGOVIA, SPORTS EDITOR  Basketball teams rely on committed staff members, those who scout opponents in order to help prepare  for upcoming games. At Mason, Connor Whitworth serves as the Head Manager for…

Next stop: Atlantic 10 for Mason women’s basketball

  Patriots win their last home game as the season ends BY CHRISTIAN SEGOVIA, SPORTS EDITOR After two road losses, the Patriots bounced back to win their final home game on Senior Night against the Duquesne Dukes, 86-63, on Mar….

Archives Museum puts U.S. democracy on display

A visit to the nation’s coveted museum reminds us of its history   BY MELANIE JENSEN, STAFF WRITER On Constitution Ave. in Washington, D.C., between the White House and the U.S. Capitol, three of the most influential documents in American democracy…

Mason student faces fears on the runway

Jay Toussaint talks about his experience with the Black Student Alliance Fashion Show BY KATIE PERSCHAU, STAFF WRITER Self-expression is a staple of Mason pride. This school year, Sophomore Jay Toussaint, a member of Mason’s Black Student Alliance, stepped out…

Aiming for perfection

The Archery Club at Mason is distinguished for its competitiveness and achievements BY VALENTINA FALA, STAFF WRITER When the Mason Archery Club started in 2022, members aimed to put archery on the map by competing in various tournaments. Their competitive…

Antisemitism resolution passed after tense debate

President Washington and Board of Visitors debate over antisemitism resolution BY JULIANA MARCELLO, STAFF WRITER On Thursday, Feb. 27, the Mason Board of Visitors (BOV) met to vote on the resolution (BOV meeting book pg. 300) regarding antisemitism. The Diversity…