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Register today for Food for Thought on May 2

Register today for Food for Thought on May 2

The 7th annual Food for Thought will be held on May 2 at the Country Club of Fairfax. Support Mason's Center for Community Mental Health reduce its waitlist of over 200 children, teens, adults, and veterans for affordable mental health services while participating in our one-of-a-kind auction, sampling culinary delights, and sipping signature cocktails.

70 years young: Robert Younger's lifelong learning pursuits

70 years young: Robert Younger's lifelong learning pursuits

At 70 years young, Robert Younger is far from typical when it comes to pursuing academic goals. With four advanced degrees already under his belt, including a BA in Psychology, MS in Psychology, MSCP in Clinical Psychopharmacology, and a PhD in Clinical Psychology, Younger decided to embark on yet another academic chapter.

NSF rankings show Mason ahead of research funding goals

NSF rankings show Mason ahead of research funding goals

Overall, Mason’s research and development funding was 75th among public institutions and 60th among public institutions without medical schools. “These rankings are a testament to the commitment of our remarkable social sciences faculty to lead impactful research that drives action that addresses the interconnected needs and priorities of our regional, national, and global communities,” Ann Ardis, dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS), said. Added Ken Ball, dean of the College of Engineering and Computing (CEC): “The groundbreaking work in our college demonstrates our continued strength and substantial contribution to Mason’s overall research portfolio. For decades, Mason has proudly and consistently been a national leader in computer science. I’m proud that our research has lasting impacts across society.”

Revamping School Meal Programs: A Reform Call

Revamping School Meal Programs: A Reform Call

In their recent article, "Stop the Shame and Hunger: The Need for School Meal Program Reform," Applied Developmental Psychology MA graduates, Katrina Gagliano and Monica Yassa, illuminate the inadequacies of the current U.S. School Meal Program (SMP). The duo emphasizes the program's struggles in addressing students' holistic needs, particularly in the aftermath of COVID-19.