Senior of the Year creates opportunities for others

From launching student organizations to creating opportunities for fellow Patriots, 2026 Senior of the Year, Rakibul Alam leaves behind a legacy of leadership, mentorship, and impact.

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Neuroscience student found purpose, and community, at George Mason

Graduating senior and student speaker Saniya Darediya found her path in neuroscience through research, mentorship, and a campus community that helped her thrive.

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Meet George Mason’s Class of 2026

More than 12,000 students will graduate or earn certificates at Spring Commencement this week on the Fairfax Campus. The graduates hail from 105 countries and 49 states, and 26% of bachelor’s degree recipients identify as first-generation graduates.

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George Mason funds seven catalyst research projects and forum

George Mason's Grand Challenge Initiative funds groundbreaking research—from quantum computing to space exploration to human rights.

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Nexus234 Innovation District unveiled

Led by George Mason, the City of Manassas, and Prince William County, the 6,000-acre hub will drive research, workforce development, and economic growth.

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A Top 50 Public R1 Research University

Congratulations, Class of 2026!

 



 

Bold Solutions for A Prosperous Future

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George Mason University's Grand Challenge Initiative (GCI) is a comprehensive research framework, backed by an initial five-year, $15 million investment, to align university resources, faculty expertise, and educational programs around six interconnected solution areas addressing humanity’s ultimate grand challenge. 

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“As the university for all Virginians, George Mason delivers with a scale of impact that has no equal in our region and state and very few equals nationally.”

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See What's Happening at Mason

May 14: Spring 2026 University Commencement, EagleBank Arena
May 14-16: Spring 2026 Degree Celebrations, Various Locations  
May 18: Just-in-Time Hiring Fair, 1-4 p.m., Johnson Center, Fairfax Campus
June 2-3: University Life Student Success Symposium

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George Mason Athletics (Upcoming home events)

May 14: Baseball vs. La Salle, 2 p.m.
May 15: Baseball vs. La Salle, 1 p.m.
May 16: Baseball vs. La Salle, noon
May 16: Women's Rowing
May 19-23: Baseball, Atlantic 10 tournament (Tysons Corner)  

View the complete Athletics schedule and results.

George Mason Spirit Magazine

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