Author Archives: Fourth Estate Spring 2025

Changing the world one stitch at a time

Awareness and kindness are at the heart of Crochet For A Cause at Mason BY VALENTINA FALA, STAFF WRITER Crocheting has gained popularity for its beginner-friendly approach and ability to fuel creativity. At Mason, Crochet For A Cause puts the…

Blair Leonard, a Mason TikTok Influencer

Mason Life student finds confidence in her identity thanks to TikTok  BY MARY J. DEMARCO, OPINION EDITOR Blair Leonard, a second-year Mason LIFE student, has amassed over twenty thousand likes on TikTok. This achievement is the result of a complex,…

Patriots one win away from all-time school record

Despite falling short in the A-10 tournament, the Patriots continue to make history BY BRIAN A. HAYUM, STAFF WRITER After a 24-win regular season—a feat achieved only three times in school history—and a 15-3 record in conference play, the Patriots…

Behind the game: Mason’s WBB Head Manager Connor Whitworth

Talks scouting, teamwork and future goals BY CHRISTIAN SEGOVIA, SPORTS EDITOR  Basketball teams rely on committed staff members, those who scout opponents in order to help prepare  for upcoming games. At Mason, Connor Whitworth serves as the Head Manager for…

Archives Museum puts U.S. democracy on display

A visit to the nation’s coveted museum reminds us of its history   BY MELANIE JENSEN, STAFF WRITER On Constitution Ave. in Washington, D.C., between the White House and the U.S. Capitol, three of the most influential documents in American democracy…

Mason student faces fears on the runway

Jay Toussaint talks about his experience with the Black Student Alliance Fashion Show BY KATIE PERSCHAU, STAFF WRITER Self-expression is a staple of Mason pride. This school year, Sophomore Jay Toussaint, a member of Mason’s Black Student Alliance, stepped out…

Aiming for perfection

The Archery Club at Mason is distinguished for its competitiveness and achievements BY VALENTINA FALA, STAFF WRITER When the Mason Archery Club started in 2022, members aimed to put archery on the map by competing in various tournaments. Their competitive…

Cooking with GMU Culinary Club

Mason’s culinary club serves up a sense of community with a side of cultural appreciation in every recipe BY VIVIANA SMITH, SENIOR STAFF REPORTER Filling the corridors in Hanover hall with deliciously enticing aromas, the GMU Culinary Club hosted its…

How to blow up into the Esports scene

Sit down with Jordan Whitaker on becoming an Esports player BY CHRISTIAN SEGOVIA, SPORTS EDITOR Editor’s Note: This is part two of a two-part series on Jordan Whitaker and Esports. “We’re competitive by nature,” Whitaker said about a player’s drive. “The…