Inclusive Excellence at CHSS
Given its vast size, extensive reach, and expertise across both disciplinary and interdisciplinary domains, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) is instrumental in fostering inclusive excellence (IE) at Mason. Through its ongoing and past initiatives focused on all-inclusive diversity, CHSS has been a pioneer in developing policies and practices that bolster Mason's distinct role within the higher education landscape of the Commonwealth of Virginia and nationally.
Engaged in a proactive, collective process of self-reflection and transformation, CHSS aims to address the needs of its diverse student body, including many of whom are first-generation college students, Federal Pell Grant recipients, transfer students, and post-traditional learners, thereby supporting the institution's mission as a comprehensive public research university and contributing to the well-being of the National Capital Region.
As a beacon of inclusive excellence and engaged communities, CHSS is committed to promoting understanding and civic engagement, while continuing to excel in research, teaching, and service. By collaborating with various stakeholders within the college and across the university, CHSS seeks to make IE a shared responsibility, ensuring that Mason is a welcoming, safe, and nurturing environment for students, staff, and faculty from all backgrounds.
* The programs and services offered by George Mason University are open to all who seek them. George Mason does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic national origin (including shared ancestry and/or ethnic characteristics), sex, disability, military status (including veteran status), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. After an initial review of its policies and practices, the university affirms its commitment to meet all federal mandates as articulated in federal law, as well as recent executive orders and federal agency directives.