This story was originally published in the March 30 issue of Fourth Estate. On Feb. 26, the Federal Communications Commission voted in favor of net neutrality, which prohibited Internet Service Providers from charging higher costs for faster high-speed Internet. The…
This story was originally published in the March 23 print issue. While Fairfax had a relatively usual winter, the rest of the country had a season out of sync with the norm. The weather in Fairfax may have seemed more…
Staff Writer / Alexa Gohl The fight against ISIS, also known as ISIL or the Islamic State, has been a topic of concern and debate in the United States. Similarly with the politicians in nearby Washington, the American public and…
This story was originally published in the March 23 print issue. A Virginia General Assembly bill for a percentage cap on out-of-state students wasn’t passed, again. The in-state ratio bill “died” in the Committee on Education in February 10. House…
As part of our “Interview the Candidates” series, Fourth Estate will be interviewing all four candidates for Student Government President and Vice President. Chandler Jenkins and Obum Egolum are running for Student Body President and Vice President for the 2015-16 school…
This story was originally published in the March 23 print issue. An “Ask Dr. Cabrera” event was supposed to take place on March 18; however, President Cabrera did not attend, and no one substituted in his absence. No statement was released explaining the situation….
With graduation just over the horizon, Mason prepares to announce its commencement speaker for the spring 2015 graduating class who will likely be announced soon after the Board of Visitors meeting on Wednesday, March 25. This is a responsibility that the…
Due to technical issues, part of the interview with Pete Kleine and Jordan Wilson was cut short. The remainder of the interview is transcribed below. Pete Kleine and Jordan Wilson are running for Student Body President and Vice-President for the…
This story was originally published in the March 23 print issue. In mid-February, Mason was praised for turning the average classroom on its head. The school was recognized for embracing the concept of a flipped classroom – a space designed…
The national task force on 21st century policing co-chaired by Mason professor Laurie Robinson delivered its final report to President Obama Mar. 2. The report highlights the importance of creating a trusting, respectful relationship between law enforcement and the communities…