In 2025, states legalized more housing – but sticky tax policies are still hurting builders and buyers
Research by the Mercatus Center is cited. Read more.
Jan. 23, 2026 | LMTonline
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George Mason collaboration aims to reduce sickle cell child mortality
George Mason is collaborating with Children’s National Hospital to improve early detection of sickle cell–related kidney damage, helping reduce child mortality through earlier diagnosis and treatment. Learn more about the collaboration.
Patriots win over rival George Washington
The George Mason men's basketball team achieved a gutsy 69–64 victory over rival George Washington on Monday night. The Patriots are now 18–1 overall and 6–0 in A-10 play for the first time in program history. Read about the excitement.
Love, Legacy, and the Arts: How Rick Davis and Julie Thompson are shaping the future of Mason Arts
College sweethearts CVPA Dean Rick Davis and Center for the Arts Executive Director Julie Thompson have recently ensured that their longstanding legacies will continue to enhance, nurture, and grow the arts at George Mason through a planned gift estimated at $700,000. Read more.
Podcast: Behind the scenes of "A House of Dynamite"
On the latest Access to Excellence, President Gregory Washington talks to Larry Pfeiffer—director of Michael V. Hayden Center for Intelligence, Policy, and International Security, and expert consultant for Netflix's A House of Dynamite—about his time in the Situation Room. Listen to this episode.
Driving community spirit: Kathy McKay's impact on George Mason
Since the mid-1990s, Kathy McKay has been an avid Patriots fan, and Intercollegiate Athletics has been at the heart of her personal connection with the university. Learn more
Costello College of Business celebrates scholarship increases
During the past five years, the total amount of scholarship funding and the number of students who have received Costello scholarships have more than doubled. Learn more
George Mason student project presents sticky situation for hackers
George Mason cybersecurity students created a custom honeypot to study real hacking attempts, gaining hands-on experience protecting cloud systems and analyzing cyber threats. Learn more about PatriotPot.
Mini career fair helps neurodivergent students build job search skills
George Mason’s Mini Career Fair helped neurodivergent students build confidence and job-search skills by connecting them with employers and career resources tailored to their strengths and goals. Learn more.
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George Mason in the News
After a year marked by measles outbreaks across the U.S., is the virus now endemic?
Amira Roess is quoted. Read more.
Jan. 20, 2026 | NBC News
New true crime series on Wade Wilson’s Cape Coral murders stirs emotions
Mary Ellen O’Toole is mentioned. Read more.
Jan. 21, 2026 | WINK