Groups and Resources on Campus
On this page you will find resources designed for Mason students, related to creating and sustaining a climate that offers support and belonging for all. Groups come and go, and if you know of a resource that you think should be (or should not be) listed here, please let us know!
GMU Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
https://diversity.gmu.edu
“Provides leadership and support on matters relating to equity, diversity, access, respect and inclusiveness for all members of the George Mason University community.” University-level website for diversity-related resources at Mason, including policies, accommodations, trainings, and incident reporting.
Mason Center for Culture, Equity, and Empowerment (CCEE)
https://ccee.gmu.edu
Programs and services focused on direct student support to strengthen equity and inclusion at Mason. “The Center for Culture, Equity, and Empowerment is committed to eradicating oppression in all its forms and in collaboration with University colleagues and stakeholders to co-create an equitable campus climate and society, by providing intersectional programs, services, and support that elevates consciousness rooted in culture, healing and liberation.”
Student Support and Advocacy Center
https://ssac.gmu.edu
Students, faculty and staff can request support or make referrals for themselves or another student. This page also offers a variety of supportive services such as financial well-being, Patriot Pantry, personal crisis, survivor support, Patriots for Recovery and more.
GMU Student Organizations
https://mason360.gmu.edu/club_signup
Some (of many) examples include: Black Student Alliance, CHABAD at GMU, College Diabetes Network, Feminist Student Organization, Hispanic Student Association, Indian Student Association, Korean-American Association, LGBTQ+ Faculty/Staff Alliance, LEAD, Muslim Students Association, Pride Alliance, Secular Student Alliance
Contemporary Student Services
https://contemporary.gmu.edu
Contemporary Student Services aims to create a campus environment that is supportive of all students. Students can access advising and both virtual and in person spaces devoted to contemporary students. Contemporary students are: Adult Learners – 25 and older; Off-Campus Students – students who commute to campus; Transfer Students; Married, Widowed, or Divorced; Veteran and Military Affiliated; Took three or more years off from college; Pregnant or Parenting; Previously in the foster-care system / Foster Care Alumni
First Gen+ Center
Contains resources for first generation, undocumented, refugee, and limited income students
https://firstgen.gmu.edu
https://lgbtq.gmu.edu
LGBTQ+ Resources Center – Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning (LGBTQ+) Resources Center at George Mason University (gmu.edu) Provides information on Gender Inclusive Restrooms on campus, Trans Clothing Closet, LGBTQ listserv sign up, LGBTQ+ Peer Mentoring Program, SafeZone workshop signup, Resources – Campus, Academic, National and Support
Office of International Programs and Services
https://oips.gmu.edu
Resources for international students at GMU. Connect with advisors, employment workshops, New Student Orientation, International Week events.
New International Students
https://oips.gmu.edu/new-students
Resources for new international students at GMU
The Office of Military Services
https://military.gmu.edu
VA benefits certification, career assistance, benefits orientation, tuition assistance program, etc
Mason Veteran Patriots
Military Alliance Program
Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program
GMU Disability Services
https://ds.gmu.edu
Types of accommodations and process of requesting accommodations, testing center, policies and procedures, note-taker sign up, tutoring services, and resources for faculty and staff
Mason Autism Support Initiative (MASI)
https://ds.gmu.edu/masi
This program provides intensive support services for students at George Mason University who are on the Autism Spectrum.
Executive Functioning Program (EFP)
https://ds.gmu.edu/efp
Provides services beyond standard accommodations for students diagnosed with disabilities related to executive functioning skills.
Helen A. Kellar Institute for Human Disabilities
https://kihd.gmu.edu
This interdisciplinary campus-based organization focuses on improving the lives and productivity of children and adults with disabilities. KIHd combines the resources of the university with local, state, regional, national, public, and private sector agencies and organizations to develop products, services, and programs for persons with disabilities.
Patriots Thriving Together
https://thrivingtogether.gmu.edu
Website breaks down all services offered at GMU focused on improving well-being and overall mental health.
Counseling and Psychological Services
https://caps.gmu.edu
In-person and virtual, free and confidential, mental health services for enrolled students. Offers crisis support, individual and group therapy, psychiatry, referrals, outreach events . Resources include emotional support line, suicide prevention, podcasts and videos.
Center for Community Mental Health
https://ccmh.gmu.edu
Emotional Support Line, therapy, diagnostic testing and assessment, consultations
Student Support and Advocacy Center
https://ssac.gmu.edu
Students, faculty and staff can request support or make referrals for themselves or another student. This page also offers a variety of supportive services such as financial well-being, Patriot Pantry, personal crisis, survivor support, Patriots for Recovery and more.
Report an Incident
GMU Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
https://diversity.gmu.edu
Report to DEI - Intake Form to Notify DEU of Alleged Incidents of Protected-Class Discrimination or Ethics Violations
Report to Title IX - Reporting Form to notify the Title IX of Sexual and Gender-Based Misconduct, or Other Forms of Interpersonal Violence
Make a Referral
Student Support and Advocacy Center
https://ssac.gmu.edu
Students, faculty and staff can request support or make referrals for themselves or another student. This page also offers a variety of supportive services such as financial well-being, Patriot Pantry, personal crisis, survivor support, Patriots for Recovery and more.
Report an Accessibility Barrier
Disability Services
https://ds.gmu.edu
Academic Programs and Courses Related to Diversity
https://www.gmu.edu/about-mason/diversity-mason/diverse-academic-programs-and-courses
Diversity resources related to job search
https://careers.gmu.edu/diversity-resources
Undergraduate Learning Communities
Living-Learning Communities - https://housing.gmu.edu/learning-communities
Please reach out to a committee member if you would like to suggest an addition to this website https://psychology.gmu.edu/diversity/committee
