Monthly Archives: August 2014

Women’s Volleyball Falls to Georgetown and American

The Mason women’s volleyball team fell Saturday afternoon to the Georgetown Hoyas at the RAC in Fairfax, Virginia. The Hoyas took the game in four sets, 25-22, 22-25, 25-23, and 25-13. Mason played a great second set to even up the game,…

University Mall’s facelift nears completion

The long-awaited renovations to the University Mall will be open to students and the Fairfax community this November. The construction is updating existing storefronts and adding new businesses, a large outdoor courtyard and a community gathering room. According to a…

Wine Brings Class to Mason

by Michael Dean A short trip west of Fairfax County, the roadsides are increasingly covered with small white signs with purple bunches of grapes. By following their direction, visitors can enjoy a glass of sophistication. Welcome to Virginia’ s wine…

Men’s Basketball Roster Preview

With the end of every college basketball season, seniors depart and new recruits enter the roster, creating a challenging and exciting time for basketball coaches, fans and teammates alike looking to continue their success from the previous season or gain…

Sex offender harassing Mason students around Fairfax

An email from Rose Pascarell, Vice President of University Life, was sent to Mason students last night warning of a sex offender that has been harassing female students in and around Fairfax City and County. The man’s name is Sean…

New school of policy to be among largest in the nation

The School of Public Policy and the Department of Government & International Affairs have merged to become the School of Policy, Government and International Affairs (SPGIA). The Board of Visitors approved the merger on May 30, with the State Council…

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…

Fall Sports Preview: Women’s Volleyball

Last week the Atlantic 10 conference released the preseason women’s volleyball poll, predicting that Mason would finish seventh in the conference. Coming off a tough first year in the A-10 where the team only won three conference matches and seven…

Optic technology grants access to Anytime Dining

Beginning this fall, Mason Dining is reducing their reliance on Mason IDs, which had previously given students access to Mason’s gyms, housing and dining. This summer, all incoming freshman with meal plans will have their eyes scanned, specifically their irises,…