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On Access to Excellence, College of Education and Human Development dean Ingrid Guerra-López joins President Washington to discuss the future of education and why human elements of teaching will define the profession even as technology reshapes it. Listen now.

George Mason University atheletes, the Bestick twins.

The Bestick twins reflect on their time as student-athletes at George Mason

Sports and lacrosse have played an integral role in the lives of Regan and Kaitlyn Bestick. As they prepare to graduate in spring 2026, the Patriots women’s lacrosse team goaltender and midfielder, respectively, reflect on their time at George Mason and look towards the future. Learn more.

The Grand Challenge Initiative — Bold Solutions for A Prosperous Future

George Mason University's Grand Challenge Initiative (GCI) is a comprehensive research framework, backed by an initial five-year, $15 million investment, to align university resources, faculty expertise, and educational programs around six interconnected solution areas addressing humanity’s ultimate grand challenge.

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Events

Volunteers work in the University Greenhouse

Earth Month activities at George Mason

Around Campus

April 12: Great Performances at Mason, Circa, 7 p.m., Center for the Arts, Concert Hall, Fairfax Campus
April 13: Mason Jazz Vocal Night, 8 p.m., Fairfax Campus, Center for the Arts
April 19: Freedom Connection's anti-human trafficking conference, Mason Square
April 29: AI Day at Mason Square, 9 a.m., Fuse at Mason Square, Information and Registration
May 14: Spring 2026 Commencement, 9:30 a.m., EagleBank Arena

George Mason Athletics (Upcoming home events)

April 10: Women's tennis vs. Georgetown, 1 p.m.
April 10: Baseball vs. Richmond, 2 p.m.
April 10: Men's volleyball vs. Princeton, 6 p.m. (Pride Game)

View the complete Athletics schedule and results.