October 30, 2025Students from all majors who are interested in learning about data collection and analysis are invited to take part in DataStorm’s Datathon 2025 on November 8. The goal is no less than using data to effect social change. See how you can help.
October 22, 2025Meet the first-year student from Turkey whose goal is to become a policy analyst. Nazo Karhan: ‘I want to be someone people can rely on for real advice and insights, showing that women can lead and influence policy.'
Where Foreign Policy Meets Undergraduate Research: The Sycamore Institute at George Mason UniversityAugust 12, 2025Think think tanks are just for the pros? At the Sycamore Institute’s campus branch, undergraduates tackle national security issues with the same polish and professionalism as career experts. See how to join.
July 14, 2025The NEW Leadership ® Virginia program introduces undergraduates from around the state to women in prominent positions in government and business. See who this year’s cohort met and how they found inspiration in hearing their stories.
July 7, 2025When a major Colorado nonprofit dedicated to helping survivors of domestic violence needed a new leader, they turned to a Schar School alum. Meet Whitney Woods and see how her George Mason University degree inspired her to pursue public service.
May 28, 2025In just five years, the Schar School’s immersive Learning Communities program has expanded from a single cohort of first-year government majors to four vibrant communities, now also serving students passionate about the intersection of law and politics, as well as international policy. See what is driving the success of the programs and the students.
May 5, 2025As she nears graduation, Schar School senior Ruthu Josyula offers advice to other college students.
May 2, 2025Joining the Jurisprudence Learning Community helped Schar School student Madison Quick refine her career goals.
April 9, 2025Schar School graduating senior Christine Peretik found an internship that combines all of her majors and minors. See how her position at the Fairfax Circuit Court Historic Records Center inspired her college career.
April 3, 2025The keynote speaker during the Schar School’s 2025 Degree Celebration program on May 14 is City of Fairfax mayor Catherine S. Read. She’s also a school graduate. Read more about Read.
