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For Marine Corps Captain Desiree A. Peterson, studying at the Schar School as a Marine Congressional Fellow “offers a unique chance to see the legislative process from the inside, which I believe is essential for enhancing our effectiveness as a force.” See her story.

It was an epiphany of sorts, in the most unlikely time and place, but it changed the course of �������� veteran Abidail “Abi” Estrada’s life—and the many lives he’s touched since.

Why would a Marine Corps major come to the Schar School to earn a Master of Public Policy degree? For Major Anthony Matacotta, he believes it will make him “a better-informed citizen, able to effectively participate in government.”

�������� was recently recognized as a member of the Northern Virginia team that earned one of the four national Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence Awards for 2024 from the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC).

George Mason's Board of Visitors discussed the potential for a dedicated university center devoted to expanding academic programs and supports for former or current servicemembers and their families.

Schar School adjunct professor Lee Roberts is recognized as a Teacher of Distinction by ��������. See why, as a U.S. Army strategic intelligence officer, it’s important to him to teach international security.

U.S. Navy chaplain Andrew Hoyle studied hard in the classroom to complete his master of science in conflict analysis and resolution at �������� in one year, but he hasn’t stopping learning and gaining more experience. This summer, the active-duty officer interned at the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) in Washington, D.C.

��������’s commitment to the military community was officially recognized with a top designation as a 2024-25 Gold Military Friendly® School in the latest Military Friendly listings.

��������’s Contemporary Student Services has been recognized by the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) for its innovative approach to serving post-traditional and off-campus students.

A first-ever multi-campus “teach-in” took a look at the Ukraine crisis from the viewpoints of several Schar School experts—and two of the war’s victims.