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- The Research I observatory provides access to the night skies for students and amateur astronomers throughout the region.
- Mason students come from all 50 states and more than 125 countries, creating an environment rich in cultural perspectives.
- With almost 5,000 students living on campus, Mason boasts one of the largest residential communities in Virginia.
- Mason has 22 NCAA Division I teams, including women's rowing, and a wide range of club and intramural teams.
- Fine and performing arts students learn from award-winning artists and performers.
- More than 200 student organizations and other activities contribute to a vibrant campus life.
- More than 7,000 students graduated this year at Mason's Commencement in the Patriot Center.
- Mason's dynamic academic programs prepare students for 21st century careers.
- Southside, Mason's innovative new dining facility, was designed with sustainability and environmental issues in mind.
The University Video
NCAA Collaboration Scores with Alcohol Education Book
Mason professor David Anderson advises the NCAA on its alcohol abuse prevention program.
Forget the Peg Legs and Parrots, These Pirates Mean Business
Economist Peter Leeson's latest book was inspired by a ride at Disney World.
The Never-Ending Story: Securing Cyberspace
Mason's Center for Secure Information Systems is at the helm when it comes to keeping networks secure.
Mason Supports Affordable Higher Education Campaign
The Virginia Business Higher Education Council’s Grow by Degrees campaign is pushing for attainable and affordable high-quality college degrees.
Life Is a Winning Season for Baseball Head Coach
After 28 years as baseball head coach, Bill Brown has just seen one of the best seasons in school history.
Metrorail Crash May Exemplify Automation Paradox
The Washington Post
Mason psychologist Raja Parasuraman discusses how human interaction with--and dependence on--automated systems may contribute to accidents such as the Metro crash last week.
Allison Macfarlane: A nuclear expert on life after Yucca.
Technology Review
Mason professor Allison Macfarlane interviewed by MIT's Technology Review on the future of U.S. nuclear waste disposal.
Giant Dinosaurs Get Downsized
Live Science
Geoffrey Birchard, associate professor of environmental science and policy, discusses a new equation for calculating dinosaur mass based on skeletons that has found that scientists have been overestimating the girth of many dinosaurs.
Surprising Source of Grade Inflation
Inside Higher Ed
Mason economics student Patrick Marquard's surprise findings on what effect Virginia's Standards of Learning tests have on student GPAs.
Why the World Should Be Watching Central Asia
Time Magazine
Eric McGlinchey, assistant professor of government and politics, discusses the political landscape of Central Asia.
