Author Archives: Fourth Estate Spring 2025

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…

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…

Cooking with GMU Culinary Club

Mason’s culinary club serves up a sense of community with a side of cultural appreciation in every recipe BY VIVIANA SMITH, SENIOR STAFF REPORTER Filling the corridors in Hanover hall with deliciously enticing aromas, the GMU Culinary Club hosted its…

How to blow up into the Esports scene

Sit down with Jordan Whitaker on becoming an Esports player BY CHRISTIAN SEGOVIA, SPORTS EDITOR Editor’s Note: This is part two of a two-part series on Jordan Whitaker and Esports. “We’re competitive by nature,” Whitaker said about a player’s drive. “The…

Deep Dive into the World of Esports

Sitdown with Jordan Whitaker about the industry of Esports BY CHRISTIAN SEGOVIA, SPORTS EDITOR Editor’s Note: This article is part one of a two-part series.  Video games can be seen  as a waste of time by those in the general…

Wrapping up the Spring 2025 Career Fair

Insights from the booth on how Mason students make their mark  BY JAMIE GHOLSON, CULTURE EDITOR George Mason’s Spring 2025 Career Fair has concluded after an expanded three-day format, giving students more time to connect with potential employers. Organizers limited…

The Library of Congress: a Hidden Study-Spot Gem

Studying in this historic building is the best way to get your work done BY MARY J. DEMARCO, OPINION EDITOR So you’re looking for a place to study, but Fenwick Library and the Johnson Center have become too familiar. It…