Blair Leonard, a Mason TikTok Influencer

Mason Life student finds confidence in her identity thanks to TikTok  BY MARY J. DEMARCO, OPINION EDITOR Blair Leonard, a second-year Mason LIFE student, has amassed over twenty thousand likes on TikTok. This achievement is the result of a complex,…

Patriots one win away from all-time school record

Despite falling short in the A-10 tournament, the Patriots continue to make history BY BRIAN A. HAYUM, STAFF WRITER After a 24-win regular season—a feat achieved only three times in school history—and a 15-3 record in conference play, the Patriots…

Women’s Basketball are A-10 Champions

Redemption Paid off, Next stop: NCAA Matchup against Florida State BY CHRISTIAN SEGOVIA, SPORTS EDITOR  On March 9, Mason’s women’s basketball won their first-ever A-10 championship, punching in their ticket to the NCAA tournament for the first time in school…

Exploring local gems: Fairfax Coffee

A peaceful escape with the perfect cup of coffee BY SAAHITI KIRAN CHAMALA, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Nestled along Braddock Road, Fairfax Coffee is more than just a café—it’s a sanctuary for students seeking a peaceful escape. Its proximity to campus provides a…

Graffiti found on several Mason buildings

Exploratory Hall and several other Mason buildings vandalised BY SAM DOUGLAS, ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR Several Mason buildings were spray painted with graffiti on March 5. According to Mason’s police and public safety department’s Daily Crime and Fire Log, Planetary Hall,…

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…