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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.”

Opening doors for Mason psychology students

Opening doors for Mason psychology students

Deborah Boehm-Davis's work exemplifies research of consequence. This University Professor Emeritus of George Mason University's Department of Psychology and former dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences has served industry, academia, and government in the course of her career, and along the way has made major contributions to understanding human interactions with technology.

Congressman Gerry Connolly championed Mason projects to secure federal funding Headlines

Congressman Gerry Connolly championed Mason projects to secure federal funding

George Mason University will expand its research and real-world impact in Northern Virginia with a pair of projects that were made possible by the efforts of U.S. Representative Gerry Connolly (D-VA) to address cybersecurity and mental health care needs. Congratulations to Dr. Espisito-Smythers and Dr. Renshaw on their Congressional funding!

Mason's new Military, Veterans, & Families Initiative & "Veterans Week"

Mason's new Military, Veterans, & Families Initiative & "Veterans Week"

For the past year, several individuals have been working to create and launch the “Military, Veterans, & Families Initiative” (MVFI) at Mason. MVFI seeks to give back to those who give to our nation by helping service members, veterans, and their families here at Mason and in the broader National Capital Region through education, direct services, workforce development, and research.

Why didn't you report? Shame, shame, shame...

Why didn't you report? Shame, shame, shame...

A look at 'shame' from a clinical psychologists' perspective on the Kavanaugh case. June takes a look at and explains that "shame is a central feeling, sexuality is a central piece of identity, which may be why sexual assault survivors feel shame so profoundly."