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Mason Spirit is published twice a year by the Office of University Development and Alumni Affairs in conjunction with the Office of University Relations.
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Future Is Bright for Mason Engineering Students
By Jason Jacks on February 22, 2012
“[The engineering industry] has more jobs than we have students,” says Lloyd Griffiths, dean of Mason’s Volgenau School of Engineering.
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At Mason, Studying Business Is No Minor Matter
By Jason Jacks on January 3, 2012
When it comes to picking a minor, Mason is almost all business–literally, as the minor in business is by far the most popular among students.
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CSI: Mason
By Lisa M. Gerry on December 9, 2011
In Mason’s popular Forensic Science Program, students learn from experts who have actually worked in the field.
Harold and the Silver Telescope
By Lisa M. Gerry on October 24, 2011
While a student at Mason, astronomy professor Harold Geller wanted a telescope for the university and its students. Now, almost 30 years later, his dream is a reality.
Putting Our Hoops Hopes in Hewitt
By Jason Jacks on October 24, 2011
Mason’s new men’s basketball coach Paul Hewitt talks strategy, Larranaga’s legacy, and his dreams for the team.
World Wide Ed
By Lisa M. Gerry on October 24, 2011
College campuses all over the country are buzzing about global education. But what does that mean—and why does it matter?
Have Grade Book, Will Travel
By Colleen Kearney Rich on October 24, 2011
Business is one of the hottest fields of study in the world, and Mason’s School of Management is making the most of the university’s diversity and sharpening its global edge.
Making the Most of the Military Mindset
By Colleen Kearney Rich on June 20, 2011
With the signing of the Post-9/11 GI Bill in 2009, college administrators expected the student veteran population to grow. At Mason, a corps of people is dedicated to helping these veterans, active duty military, and family members be all they can be.
Tomb Readers
By Colleen Kearney Rich on June 15, 2011
History class uses old family cemeteries to teach historical methods—and contribute to the community.
A Week in the Life of a Patriot
By Mason Spirit contributor on May 10, 2011
Being a student at Mason is not only rewarding, it is exhausting. But don’t take our word for it. The Mason Spirit followed six busy undergrads using the social media application Twitter during a typical week. A week…in their own words.
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