Category: Culture

Welcome Week 2014

Welcome Week is an exciting time on George Mason University’s campus. There are numerous events held on campus geared to showcase everything Mason has to offer. So take some time and head out to some of these events. Friday, August…

Amazing Spiderman 2 Swings Through JC Cinema

In 2012, the Spider-Man franchise was rebooted to The Amazing Spider-Man. It was a good movie with some great action and an entertaining story. Thanks to its success, a sequel has finally arrived at the JC Cinema with everyone’s favorite…

The Rise of Specialty Coffee

A new trend is taking over Northern Virginia: local, specialty coffee shops. Small cafes that serve specialty roasts, such as 29th Parallel Coffee and Tea in Fairfax, are popping up across the region to challenge larger-scale retailers like Starbucks. The…

Interns from Mason Find Opportunities Near and Abroad

This post was originally published in the Aug. 25 issue of Fourth Estate. Senior Alena Beasley interned for International Quality and Productivity Centre Exchange Worldwide in London this summer. IQPC Exchange Worldwide is a company that plans international events to…

Five photobomb rules

Written by Fourth Estate Lifestyle Editor Genevieve Hoeler With finals just around the corner, it is particularly crucial to take a little time out for yourself. Go ride a bike, bask in the sun, read a chapter of a really good…

Five places to get sushi

Written by Fourth Estate Lifestyle Reporter by Kyra Wiseman If you are new to the world of sushi and are a little hesitant about the concept of eating raw fish, there are often several rolls that are cooked or have…

Mason’s perception of yoga

Written by Fourth Estate Lifestyle Reporter Raquel DeSouza At Mason’s Recreational Athletic Complex,  there are various yoga classes offered for students and non-Mason students. These classes include Prana Flow, Morning Flow, Vinyasa Flow, Dynamic Yoga for All, Yoga for the…

Bike to Mason fosters solidarity between bike lovers

Written by Fourth Estate Lifestyle Reporter Savannah Norton On April 22, Bike to Mason Day took the Fairfax campus by storm celebrating and promoting bike culture at Mason.  Parking and Transportation Services sponsored the seventh annual event for cyclists coming…

Five places for meat-free delights

Written by Fourth Estate Lifestyle Reporter Kyra Wiseman Whether someone is meat-free for religious, ethical or health reasons, it can be hard to find a restaurant where dining options are not limited to only salads or side dishes. Everyone deserves…