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George Mason, men's head soccer coach Rich Costanzo agree to contract extension
George Mason University and men's soccer head coach Rich Costanzo have agreed on a contract extension through the 2029 season, announced Assistant Vice President and Director of Athletics Marvin Lewis on Tuesday. Costanzo came to George Mason in 2022.
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George Mason alumna and trailblazer Callie Brownson making her mark in the male-dominated world of professional football
She’s already made history in the NFL, and now George Mason alumna Callie Brownson has her sights set on international football competition, including the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Read more about Callie.
Bioengineering major pursues his career goals with internships
Not only is Andy Gomez working on a year-long internship with the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), he is also a part-time clinical research assistant at the Inova Schar Cancer Institute. Learn more.
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George Mason’s new visualization and virtual reality lab is changing how research is conducted

Anamaria Berea leads team to design lunar cultural archive. Discover more.

Listen to Access to Excellence Podcast — EP 62: What are the chances of intelligent life beyond Earth?
George Mason University leads Virginia with strong U.S. News online program rankings. Read more.

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Research using AI to track Amazon rainforest species produces landmark results
Through resilience and innovation, George Mason University's Dr. David Luther and his team are revolutionizing how we study biodiversity in the Amazon. Using AI-powered tools, they’ve captured tens of thousands of images and audio recordings, identifying species and uncovering critical insights into how forest structure impacts wildlife. Explore how their innovative work is paving the way for conservation efforts worldwide.
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