Tuesday, Nov. 3 is Election Day at Mason and around the country. 2015 is a midterm election year, meaning that candidates are running for positions at the state and local levels. During Meet the Candidates Day in September, candidates like…
Tomorrow is Halloween, and in the spirit of the spooky holiday, the Fourth Estate staff has shared its best ghost stories for everyone to enjoy! Natalia Kolenko, Assistant News Editor “I lived in Massachusetts till I was nine, in an…
Tatyana White-Jenkins, Assistant Lifestyle Editor Having a difficult time deciding on a Halloween costume? Fourth Estate is here to help with your last-minute costume needs. Check out these ‘do it yourself’ (DIY) costumes that are perfect for those subject to a time…
At the National Student Town Hall Wednesday, Oct. 28, presidential candidate Bernie Sanders fielded questions from students in the audience and around the nation. Hosted in a gym in the Recreation and Athletic Complex, the town hall was streamed live to…
Mia Wise, Staff Writer Halloween is a nostalgic holiday for many college students. Because trick-or-treating is not an option anymore, students look for other ways to celebrate. For Mason students, watching scary movies is one of the most spook-tacular options. “‘Halloween’ is…
Mitchell Westall & Ramon Mejia, staff writers Biggest Disappointments Deandre Hopkins (HOU, WR) – This season, Hopkins has enjoyed the breakout performance the entire world saw coming. Even though the Houston quarterback’s situation is forever in flux, he has been a…
Jesse Harman, Staff Columnist A functional music scene can provide a haven for people seeking asylum from a strict, oppressive society. Increasing numbers of venues, online discussion forums, and other culture hubs are adopting a “safe space” mentality – striving to…
Kelsey Davidson, Staff Writer On-Campus Witch Watch The event will take place at the Fairfax Campus Saturday, Oct. 31, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and will offer free activities and crafts. Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes. Free parking…
Taylor Wichtendahl, Staff Writer Mason students have grown familiar with the representatives in blue shirts on campus who stop them to ask them if they are registered to vote. Many students walk by without taking action. Most are not registered to vote, and many…
by Sophia Delmar The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) awarded Mason a three-year, $920,000 Health Professions Student Training grant to provide new training in screening for substance abuse. According to Mason’s College of Health and Human Services,…
