Cultural Studies Colloquium: Catherine Liu
Watch live (09/10/26) at 4:30 pm to hear from Catherine Liu, professor of Film and Media Studies at the University of California, Irvine and founder of the Palm Springs School for Social Research. Her research spans Sinophone cinema, the visual arts, French literature, psychoanalysis, and the Frankfurt School. She is best known for her critique of the professional-managerial class, “Virtue Hoarders” (2021). Her latest book is “Traumatized: The New Politics of Personal Suffering” (2026).
Board of Visitors Meeting - Sept. 16, 2026
The Sept. 16 2026 committee meetings of the Board of Visitors will be in-person. Members of the public are welcome to observe in person or may view the meeting live by clicking the button below.
The Complex Legacy of George Mason
George Mason University hosted a Virginia 250 panel discussion on its Fairfax Campus examining the legacy of George Mason, the founding father, author of the Virginia Declaration of Rights, and slaveholder whose contradictions mirror the broader American story.
Path to Academic Success
Part of the PASS program (Pathway to Academic Student Success), this introductory video explains what PASS is, who it’s for, and how the program works. It outlines the mentorship phase, the six developmental modules, weekly time commitment, and participation requirements, helping students understand what to expect and how PASS supports their academic growth.
Mason Science Series - Virginia's Inaugural Climate Assessment
Join Dean Cody Edwards in a conversation with Dr. James Kinter, director of The Center for Ocean-Land-Atmosphere Studies, as they discuss the findings of the inaugural Virginia Climate Assessment and how George Mason is leading the way in driving response.
George Mason University’s Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony
George Mason University invites you to celebrate the achievements of our 2026 graduates at the Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony on May 14, 2026 at 9:30 am.
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