Final four anniversary looks to past, hopes for future

The athletic department announced recently via social media plans to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Mason’s journey to the Final Four in the NCAA Tournament. Clues on the department’s Twitter account finally led to the unveiling of a commemorative logo…

Student-run book exchange comes to campus

This story was originally published in the August 31 issue of Fourth Estate. Savannah Norton, Lifestyle Editor Incoming freshman Cody Pasielski recently joined the rep team for CampusWise, a new student-operated book exchange website that promises to make buying and selling…

Patriot Center renamed EagleBank Arena

Robert Horan / General Manager of Mason Cable Network Mason announced that the Patriot Center will be renamed EagleBank Arena at George Mason University, effective July 1. In an email, President Ángel Cabrera wrote that, “The partnership with EagleBank will provide funding…

The role of Mason police cadets

Paul Costantini / Mason LIFE student and Fourth Estate intern Have you ever wondered how George Mason University keeps its campus safe and in order?  You can thank the University Department of Police & Public Safety, in conjunction with the…

Professors discuss getting graded by students

This story was originally published in the April 27 print issue. The arrival of May heralds a familiar ritual for Mason students. Amid the stress and sleepless nights synonymous with final exams, they are required to fill out teacher evaluations. It…

Rebranding the Prince William campus

This story was originally published in the April 27 print issue. Last week, Mason’s Prince William Campus was renamed the Science and Technology Center at George Mason University.  Va. Governor Terry McAuliffe came to an official ribbon cutting ceremony last Thursday,…

Mason Coffee Taste Test

Just in time to figure out how to stay awake during finals, we asked some of our coffee-loving staff to do a blind taste test of the different coffees on campus. The results may surprise you.

Fairfax to host global games for public safety officials

Local residents will find the opportunity to cheer on public safety officials from around the world in a series of competitive events called the World Police and Fire Games. The Games, which happen biennially, will take place June 26 to…