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Each year, academic professionals teach and conduct research abroad through the highly competitive Fulbright Scholar Program. �������� has a rich history of sending and hosting faculty and staff through the program, which is funded by the U.S. Department of State. This year, Frank Krueger of the College of Science, Nathalia Peixoto of the College of Engineering and Computing, and Yali Pan of the Office of International Programs and Services, received Fulbright awards.

At ��������, the Student Success Coaching team helps students navigate the transition to college and make the most of their student experience. TJ Pegg has been part of the Student Success Coaching team for five years.

Mason Empty Bowls is supporting George Mason's Food and Housing Insecurity Fund through a delicious meal and handmade ceramics.

Through the Knack tutoring program, George Mason students have even greater access to academic support through peer-to-peer tutoring.

Nandini Koka joined �������� in April 2023 as executive director of Student Health Services, where she leads a staff of nearly 50 that includes doctors, nurse practitioners, counselors, and nurses. As a medical doctor with training in family medicine and urgent care, she is passionate about helping patients get better quickly and enhancing access to care. At the largest and fastest-growing public research university in Virginia, Koka has found a place where the need for that care continues to grow.

A panel of Schar School political pundits took the stage to break down the election. See what the panelists, including former governor Terry McAuliffe, had to say.

The annual Mason Nation Thriving Together 5K and 1-mile run/walk took place on ��������’s Fairfax �������� on Saturday, Oct. 19. This year, more than 400 people registered for the event.

�������� students, faculty, staff, and alumni gathered on Wednesday, Sept. 11, for the 12th annual Mason Nation 9/11 Day of Service.

Carissa O’Neill works at �������� as an office assistant in University Life. Outside the office, O’Neill volunteers at The JK Community Farm in Purcellville, Virginia—a 150-acre working farm that donates 100% of its produce to local food pantries.

Mihee Cho is the assistant manager of student involvement and leadership development in Mason Korea’s University Life Office.