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Sudiksha Kochi, a communication major with concentrations in journalism and media production/criticism, has used the experience gained from internships to write a book on misinformation: how it spreads and how to combat it (image provided).

On Mason's Access to Excellence podcast, President Gregory Washington speaks with Robinson Professor of U.S. History Spencer Crew about the role of museums in promoting social justice (photo, Shelby Burgess/Strategic Communications).

A statement from the Association of American Colleges & Universities.

The IIR has released a new report, "Continuing to Lead Through Creativity and Innovation During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Beyond: Immigrant Scientists and Information Technology Workers." This report explores immigrant workers in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry sector and the Information industry. 

In a Marketplace article on the economic changes sparked by the Black Death in the 14th century, Noel Johnson, associate professor in the Department of Economics, comments on the resultant rise in peasants' wages.

In an article about the pervasive looting of cultural items, Gabrielle Tayac, a member of the Piscataway Nation and associate professor in the Department of History and Art History, and the Folklore and Cultural Studies Programs, discusses extensive theft from Native American graves.

In an article about out-of-state law enforcement officers supporting states on the U.S. southern border, Michele Waslin, Program Coordinator at the Institute for Immigration Research, notes the limits on these officers' authority.

In a Marketplace article about the popularity of the Weather Channel and weather news generally, Ed Maibach, director of Mason's Center for Climate Change Communication, discusses the potential reach of the recently-announced Fox Weather channel.

In early May, Mason's Center for Psychological Services hosted its 5th annual Food for Thought fundraiser, held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions. The event, viewed by 144 participants, will help the center serve the mental health needs of the Fairfax community.