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Dr. Gregory Washington
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President of @GeorgeMasonU, Virginia's largest and most diverse public university! #MasonNation

Gregory Nathaniel Washington is an American mechanical engineer currently serving as the 8th president of George Mason University in Northern Virginia since July 2020. He previously served as dean of engineering at the University of California, Irvine from August 2011 to July 2020. .. more

Engineering 93%
Materials science 7%

Patriots! What an incredible homecoming. A little cold weather couldn’t keep the Mason Nation from showing up in great spirits. This is what it’s all about. #MasonNation #MasonHomecoming

Great job today,Ilia in the Men’s Short Program and congrats on ending in first place with an 108.16! We’ll be cheering you on during Free Skate on Friday. #MasonNation

Please congratulate our February Employee of the Month, Shekila Melchior. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to George Mason. You are the reason we are great! #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent

Our innovative students at work! From an engineer’s perspective, it’s a really cool design #MasonNation

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape education, George Mason's College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) is defining what readiness for AI in education truly means. #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent cehd.gmu.edu/news/stories...
Advancing Responsible AI in Education | George Mason University
Advancing Responsible AI in Education. The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at George Mason University includes the Schools of Education, Kinesiology, and Sport, Recreation, and Touri...
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Guess who showed up? Governor Abigail Spanberger

Our student, neuroscience major, Leila Twyman gave the introductory speech honoring Charniele. #MasonNation

At the Out of the Shadows Breakfast honoring George Mason alum and Virginia House of Delegates Majority Leader Charniele Herring #MasonNation

To meet an urgent need among area employers, George Mason is upskilling the region's workforce at our Nanofabrication Facility on our SciTech Campus in Manassas.  #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent www.gmu.edu/news/2026-01...
https://www.gmu.edu/news/2026-01/navy-technician-micron-technology-how-nano-boot-camp-helped-one-ve…

In the latest Best Online Programs rankings by U.S. News & World Report, George Mason once again is a regional leader in online ed. No matter where you are, we're here to help you reach your academic and career goals! #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent
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George Mason online graduate programs rank among Virginia’s best
George Mason University earned top Virginia placements across business, nursing, and education, and leads in the region as a college destination for veterans and working professionals in the 2026 Best...
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It’s the annual GW vs. GMU basketball game and our swim team is doing their usual! Go Patriots! #MasonNation

On the eve of Virginia’s gubernatorial inauguration, George Mason University’s @ScharSchool hosted a Governors’ Roundtable in Richmond with former VA governors Allen, Kaine, McDonnell & Northam. #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent

Former Governors McDonnell, Northam, Kaine, and Allen highlighting what being a Governor is all about! Brought to you by the Schar School at George Mason University. #MasonNation

With Oscar Ferrufino our January employee of the month.  You are the reason why we are great #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent

Members of my leadership team and I were pleased to welcome a delegation from the American Council on Education to our Fairfax Campus this afternoon to discuss George Mason's mission, priorities, and strategic direction. #MasonNation

At George Mason University, our mini career fair for neurodivergent students helps build job-search skills and confidence—creating pathways to meaningful careers. Proud of this initiative! #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent www.gmu.edu/news/2026-01...
Mini career fair helps neurodivergent students build job search skills
A mini career fair in October brought together 17 students and nine employer partners for a networking experience designed with intention: a quieter, structured environment where neurodivergent studen...
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Mason Twins! First Lady Nicole Washington and VP of Alumni Relations Jenn Robinson. #MasonNation

Great night at CES with George Mason leaders exploring the innovations shaping our future. Events like this aren’t just about the tech—they’re about partnerships, insights, and opportunities that fuel our mission to prepare students for the careers and challenges ahead. #CES2026

Congratulations to our January 2026 Employee of the Month, Oscar Ferrufino. You are the reason why we are great! #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent www.gmu.edu/news/2025-12...
Oscar Ferrufino is January Employee of the Month
January Employee of the Month Oscar Ferrufino is a member of George Mason University’s Essential Employees group, so he is one of the first to respond when severe weather is forecasted. A heavy equipm...
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With CTA president Kinsey Fabrizio (Mason Alum) at the Mason Booth #MasonNation #CES2026

GMU is well represented at CES with Kinsey Fabrizio (President and former Mason alum) and Gary Shapiro (CEO and former GMU BoV member)! #MasonNation

It was an honor to join leaders from across sectors at the National Competitiveness Forum, hosted by the Council on Competitiveness. Together, we explored strategies to strengthen student success. Collaboration keeps George Mason ahead! #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent

George Mason University is a place where you come to discover your existing strengths and develop new ones. He couldn't have picked a better place to learn, grow, and lead. #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent www.gmu.edu/news/2025-12...
From rugby pitch to classroom, this Patriot is redefining what success means to him
Max Dacey enrolled at George Mason with a singular goal: to earn his degree quickly and better support his family. A former competitive rugby player, he didn’t imagine a traditional college experience...
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Congratulations to our December 2025 Employee of the Month, Julie Hudson. You are the reason why we are great! #MasonNation #AllTogetherDifferent

George Mason’s new Principal Registered Apprenticeship Program—funded by VDOE—removes barriers and builds a strong leadership pipeline for Virginia schools. Proud of this effort! #MasonNation www.gmu.edu/news/2025-11...
Principal Registered Apprenticeship Program hopes to grow future school leaders
George Mason University, in partnership with local school divisions, received more than $150,000 from the Virginia Department of Education to pilot the Principal Registered Apprenticeship Program.
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Gold and Green University Service Days give us a moment to honor the backbone of our university – our people! Recognizing faculty and staff with 5 to 50 years of dedication to George Mason. You make everything we accomplish possible. #MasonNation

At George Mason, we prepare leaders who serve their communities. Seeing Schar School MPA students connect with Fairfax County officials reminds us: public service starts locally and its impact is profound.
Fairfax County Officials Inspire Schar School MPA Students to Pursue Local Government Careers
More than 60 Master of Public Administration students attended the 28th Local Government Night to listen to county leaders—many of them graduates from the same MPA program—discuss their careers. Read ...
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Honored to join @georgemasonu.bsky.social ROTC program and our veteran community today for our annual Veterans Day luncheon. At George Mason, we aspire to serve our veterans with as much dedication and devotion. To all who have served—thank you. #MasonNation salutes you!

Proud to see over 5,000 George Mason @GeorgeMasonU students step into opportunity at our Fall 2025 Career Fair—connecting with 100+ companies, building relationships, and launching futures. Confidence meets preparation. #MasonNation @masoncareer www.gmu.edu/news/2025-10...
Confidence meets opportunity at Fall 2025 Career Fair
Over the three days of this fall’s Career Fair, more than 5,000 George Mason University students filled Dewberry Hall in sharp professional attire and with polished résumés in hand—ready to take the n...
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