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School of Integrative Studies Professor Cher Weixia Chen leads interdisciplinary team in Grand Challenge Initiative catalyst research project to develop an AI-driven virtual human rights classroom prototype to reach wide audience of students, educators, NGOs, and business, government, and technological leaders.

On August 29, members of the CHSS community welcomed in graduate students at the annual Gradstravaganza Picnic. Hosted by Graduate Student Life and University Life students connected with staff from the college's graduate office and other academic units, while learning about campus resources and graduate student organizations.

Do you find yourself at the end of the semester wondering where time went and feeling like you were not able to accomplish what you needed? Are you looking forward to a productive semester? You are invited to an interactive virtual workshop on September 11 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. to help you align your time with your career goals for this academic year. Register in advance.

On September 1, CHSS welcomed George Mason’s new provost, Marion Underwood, for a visit showcasing the college’s research and campus community.

CHSS welcomed a new group of faculty colleagues at its 2026 New Faculty Orientation, bringing together scholars from across the college for a morning of conversation, connection, and introduction to the people and resources of CHSS.

Last year, Fall for the Book’s annual Writers in the School series reached nearly 1,200 K-12 students in the Fairfax County Public Schools. The program, organized by the George Mason University-based festival, is designed to introduce students to authors and encourage interest in reading and writing.

Academic Affairs hosted its annual CHSS Back on the Block party on August 27, welcoming students and giving them a chance to meet with faculty, advisors, and staff, while enjoying pizza and tie-dying shirts.

CHSS Pre-Award invites faculty interested in applying for Grand Challenge Initiative (GCI) funding to join us in early October for an in-person networking and application workshop.

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The Dean’s Challenge Scholarship is awarded to recognize exceptional students not only in their superior academic achievement but in their inspirational civic and community engagement. Learn more about this year's three graduate student awardees.