Controversial tweet from Economics professor Robin Hanson is under review by university BY: LAURA SCUDDER, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Mason Associate Professor of Economics Robin Hanson received backlash Wednesday after tweeting a racist stereotype in relation to the upcoming Juneteenth holiday. Juneteenth is…
Mason responds, does not publicly rescind admission BY LAURA SCUDDER, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF University Life Vice President Rose Pascarell and Dean of Admissions Amy Takayama-Perez released a statement regarding the admission of incoming freshman Andrew Brewer on Friday. It stated that they…
Mason community gathers for a peaceful protest on Fairfax Campus BY: PETER NJOROGE, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF On Friday, June 12, organizers gathered at the Mason Field House for a peaceful evening demonstration to honor the death of George Floyd and other…
Protesters gather in Manassas to promote anti-police violence agreement BY: PETER NJOROGE CO EDITOR-IN-CHIEF; DANA NICKEL STAFF WRITER On Monday, in the wake of the death of George Floyd, peaceful protesters gathered in downtown Manassas to show solidarity with the Black…
Two new House Bills call for university donor relations to be made public BY ALLISON SCANLAN, STAFF WRITER Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam signed bills HB 510 and HB 1529 on March 2 and April 6, respectively, both of which aim…
Director of Parking and Transportation offers explanation on parking refunds BY LAURA SCUDDER, NEWS EDITOR Mason refunded students on housing, dining and parking last week via direct deposit and check. Those who have outstanding balances on their accounts will see…
How groups are working to stay connected despite the distance BY ALEXA TIRONI, ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR There has been talk about almost every stumbling block thrown onto college students’ paths due to quarantine — having limited time to move out…
Mechanical engineering junior 3D prints face shields for the local hospitals in his area BY SUDIKSHA KOCHI, STAFF WRITER Mechanical engineering junior Dhawal Bhanderi is using his time in quarantine to build protective face shields with his 3D printer from…
Monday, April 20 Israeli leaders agree to form an emergency unity government, leaving Benjamin Netanyahu as prime minister for now. U.S. crude oil futures fall below $0 for the first time in history. An Ohio prison is now the largest…
Holton answers questions surrounding the university’s coronavirus response BY LAURA SCUDDER, NEWS EDITOR Interim President Anne Holton held a livestreamed town hall event on Friday, April 17, explaining that Mason’s future decisions surrounding the coronavirus will be based on public…