Monthly Archives: September 2018

Visiting Professor: Anne Holton

The Former Secretary of Education Now Teaches at Mason  BY IZZ LAMAGDELEINE, COPY EDITOR Two words have defined Anne Holton’s life: opportunity time. “If you’ve got a certain confidence that life will bring more opportunities, it’s easier to let go of…

Hidden Hangouts: GMU Swing Dance Club

Get into the swing of things with Mason’s Swing Dance Club BY LEIGH NORMAN, STAFF WRITER Descend to the ground floor of the Johnson Center (JC), beyond the warmth of the Starbucks and the savory smell of Red Hot &…

Dear Ivy

Dear Ivy

A Freshman Asks Ivy For Advice On How to Make Friends At College BY KIM BARTENFELDER, STAFF WRITER Dear Ivy, People always say that college is supposed to be the best years of your life, but I’m four weeks into…

Mason Weekly Crime Log

BY TISHA HERRERA, NEWS EDITOR Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018: Fairfax Campus (Online) Intimidation. Complainant (GMU) reported receiving a threatening message on social media. Case 2018-008834-Pending Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018: Southside Dining Theft from Building. Complainant (GMU) reported the theft of…

Passport To Diversity

One Love Cultural Festival Shows Off the Different Cultures Of Mason BY KATHYA MENDEZ, STAFF WRITER To describe what the One Love Cultural Festival was all about is to use Patriot Activities Council’s (PAC) catchphrase, “We create events, so you…

Pick a Corner, Any Corner

The Patriots ground the Flyers 2-1 BY MANSUR SHAHEEN, STAFF WRITER Mason women’s soccer team started conference play with a win on Sept. 20. The Patriots beat the Dayton Flyers 2-1 to win their second straight game and their fifth of…

Chipotle Employees Allege Work Without Fair Pay

Employees speak out against unfair conditions BY SABIHA BASIT, STAFF WRITER The arrival of one of the most popular fast-food chains has brought excitement for students at Mason, but Chipotle’s success comes at a cost. Employees have alleged that Chipotle avoids…