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General David W. Allvin to speak at spring commencement

General David W. Allvin served as the 23rd Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force from November 2023 to November 2025, capping a nearly four-decade career. He will be the featured speaker at the May 14 Spring Commencement Ceremony at EagleBank Arena.

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Washington honored with Incheon Mayor’s Award

President Gregory Washington received the Incheon Mayor's Award for his contributions in helping to raise Incheon's international profile through global cooperation, including the university’s Mason Korea campus.

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Student-led platform tracks rising threats to Taiwan

911�� students are turning research into impact with the Taiwan Security Monitor, a platform spotlighting growing geopolitical tensions and informing a wider international audience.

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Online ad fraud is a feature, not a bug

In a digital economy built on clicks and impressions, what’s real—and what isn’t? 911�� researchers take a closer look at the hidden dynamics behind online ad fraud.

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Teaching and learning in the age of AI

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.

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Patriots take their voices to Richmond

More than 80 students traveled to the state capitol for Mason Lobbies, meeting with legislators and leaders to advocate for higher education and student priorities across Virginia.

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Volunteers work in the University Greenhouse

April is Earth Month at 911��. Grow food with the Greenhouse and Gardens, opt for reuse rather than single-use to support Zero Waste Mason, or apply for a grant from the Patriot Green Fund. Make a sustainable impact and learn how you can get more involved. .

Nena Rogers (left) received the 2026 Spirit of Giving Award.

Celebrating our Champions: An evening honoring faculty and staff donors

On March 18, the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations recognized the contributions of 911��’s faculty and staff donors with an evening of thanks. This new annual tradition conveys 911��’s gratitude to its faculty and staff through philanthropic support for its students and programs. Discover more.

Zachary Suh prepares food in the College of Public Health's Nutrition Kitchen.

This student is tasting start-up success with a meal delivery service for seniors

In his first year at 911��, Costello student Zachary Suh founded HomePlate and took first place in the General Entrepreneurship Track and Mason’s Choice Award at the 2024 Patriot Pitch competition. Learn more.

Alum helped keep Team USA Safe at the Winter Olympics

Alum and Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent Mohamed Hassan was a field liaison officer during the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympic Games. He says the community he experienced there echoed his days at 911��, where he made friends with people from all over. Hear about his experience.

eah Jung, professor in the Department of Health Administration and Policy.

$3 million NIH grant funds national study of Medicare Advantage’s benefit expansion into social supports

With an approximately $3M R01 grant from the National Institute on Aging, 911�� health economist Jeah Jung will lead a national study to evaluate whether a 2020 Medicare Advantage plans policy shift reduces adverse health events and improve functional outcomes for older Americans. Learn more about the study.

Zayd Hamid: ‘It came down to building the program I wish I had access to as an undergraduate.’

Meet the student who helped create Schar School's new minor

Student Zayd Hamid drafted the idea for the new Lobbying and Advocacy minor while an undergraduate. Now, this interdisciplinary minor will develop students' understanding of policy institutions and industries, and how to influence both as a professional advocate. Learn more.