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Peter Mandaville says on Mayor-Elect Mamdani: “It’s a distinctively Muslim approach to democratic socialism. He has articulated an understanding of Muslimness that is tied to marginality, invisibility, not being seen.” Read more at the @nytimes.com www.nytimes.com/2025/11/02/b...
Why Zohran Mamdani Isn’t Shy About Faith
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November 7, 2025 at 5:53 PM
What does an MPA from the Schar School look like in action? Earlier this week, students met with Fairfax County officials and alumni to learn how their studies translate into real-world leadership. schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-11...
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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November 7, 2025 at 2:20 PM
From shrinking attention spans to rising polarization, the media faces new challenges every day. In this week's podcast, David Ramadan, David Rehr, and journalist Mark Halperin dig into how the news covers today’s most divisive political stories. schar.gmu.edu/about/policy...
November 5, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Last week, we welcomed John Brennan, Michael Hayden, and Ellen McCarthy for “The Directors: A Conversation on Intelligence and National Security." Read more about this candid discussion on global security and the future of intelligence at the @haydencenter.bsky.social schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-11...
A Night of Insight: Intelligence Leaders Discuss Global Challenges
Three former intelligence directors took the Schar School stage for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of international security. See what they said.
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November 3, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Reservists do more than serve—they connect communities & the nation. Hear David Ramadan, Cmdr. Dan Matthews & Cmdr. Sean Purdy discuss how modern tech is reshaping the U.S. Army Reserve. Tune in: schar.gmu.edu/about/policy...
October 29, 2025 at 7:27 PM
With Virginia’s election less than a week away, Schar School Democracy Lab students reflected on the gubernatorial debate between Winsome Earle-Sears and Abigail Spanberger during their visit to WUSA9 earlier this month.
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First-Year Dem Lab Students Break Down the Virginia Gubernatorial Debate at WUSA9
First-Year Democracy Lab students were invited to discuss the one and only gubernatorial debate between Winsome Earle-Sears and Abigail Spanberger. Read what their response was and see the replay of t...
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October 29, 2025 at 12:53 PM
What happens when wealth & power concentrate in the hands of a few? Join us for The Oligarchs’ Grip: Wealth, Power, and the Future of Democracy Oct 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Van Metre Auditorium signup.e2ma.net/signup/20197...
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October 24, 2025 at 8:17 PM
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Tuition Discount: Master’s and certificate students living in Maryland and DC quality for in-state tuition rates. Learn more here: schar.gmu.edu/admissions/s...
October 24, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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The @scharschool.bsky.social has several upcoming recruitment events, including for the Biodefense Program:

Virtual PhD Open House on 10/27, 6-7:30 PM ET

Virtual Information Session for MS in Biodefense on 11/18, 12-1 PM ET

See all upcoming events here: schar.gmu.edu/admissions/m...
Graduate Admissions Events
We invite you to join us to learn more about the Schar School of Policy and Government and our academic programs.
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October 24, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Freedom of speech lies at the core of democracy—but it’s under pressure in today’s polarized age. David Ramadan talks with Barbara Comstock & @walterolson.bsky.social about defending civil discourse and free expression in our latest episode: schar.gmu.edu/about/policy...
October 22, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Students, faculty, and diplomats packed the room for “Why Taiwan Matters,” featuring Vice President Mike Pence. “Freedom is not guaranteed,” Pence said. “It endures because freedom-loving people stand without apology for the free people of the world.”
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‘Why Taiwan Matters’: Former Vice President Mike Pence Speaks at the Schar School
Former Vice President Mike Pence joined the Schar School community for a discussion on why Taiwan’s security and democracy matter to the world.
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October 21, 2025 at 5:19 PM
This month @salimvasenate.bsky.social (BS ’12, MPA ’15) returned to the Schar School to lead a “Build Your Own Bill” workshop, inspiring future policymakers. “The legislative process should belong to the people.” schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-10...
Build Your Own Bill: Senator, Alum Saddam Salim Returns to Inspire Next Generation of Policymakers
Schar School graduate student Zayd Hamid helped organize a hands-on workshop on how to craft a piece of legislation, supervised by Virginia State Senator and Schar School graduate Saddam Salim.
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October 20, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Schar School’s new Center for Energy Science and Policy
data featured in Virginia Mercury. Paul Bubbosh weighs in on the state’s clean energy transition — emphasizing energy efficiency, rural engagement, and realistic pathways to decarbonization. Read more virginiamercury.com/2025/10/10/g...
GMU energy report shows need for education on energy projects, efficiency focus • Virginia Mercury
George Mason University releases report on how Virginia could meet its renewable energy goals.
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October 20, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Another government shutdown? David Ramadan, Jeremy Mayer & Steve Ellis unpack why these crises keep happening—and how to end them for good. 🎧 Policy and Governance Perspectives, Ep. 2
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October 17, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Current Schar School students—this one’s for you!
Join us for the Bistro with @theatlantic.com ’s Yoni Appelbaum, author of Stuck, and enjoy light refreshments + great conversation. Register via the link in your email!
October 17, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Registered students — don’t forget! Join us Sat, Oct 18 for Crisis: South China Sea, an interactive tabletop exercise exploring complex #NationalSecurity challenges.
Van Metre Hall | 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
October 16, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Episode 1 is here! In the debut of Policy and Governance Perspectives, host David Ramadan sits down with former Virginia governors Robert McDonnell and Terry McAuliffe to talk leadership, collaboration, and lessons from public service.
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October 15, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Pandora Report 10.11.2025

This issue features the latest developments in AI and biosecurity; the Ebola outbreak in the DRC; disruption of U.S. public health agencies; and profiles of @scharschool.bsky.social experts and students tackling CBW risks worldwide.

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The Pandora Report
Where Science Meets Security
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October 14, 2025 at 11:53 PM
We’re proud to announce that the Schar School has achieved full membership in the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA)! This milestone reflects the school's excellence in international affairs education. schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-10...
Schar School Achieves Full Membership to Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs
The Schar School’s reputation for teaching and researching international affairs leads to a full membership in the field’s most distinguished organization, the Association of Professional Schools of I...
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October 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The Schar School's Policy and Governance Perspectives podcast launches TOMORROW!

Hosted by David Ramadan, featuring guests from the Schar School and beyond. Check back tomorrow for the first episode.
October 14, 2025 at 1:46 PM
How can universities drive real change in urban communities? Join Professor Qian Hu of the Schar School at #NASPAA2025 for Research–Practice Partnerships: Insights from Urban-Serving Universities. From 2:15–3:15 p.m. at Oak Creek, Union
October 10, 2025 at 3:32 PM
#NASPAA2025, Schar School’s Mirae Kim joins colleagues at 2:15 for “Making a Difference Globally in the Post-Pandemic World”—a conversation on MPA program delivery. At 3:30, she’ll help tackle “Defending Public Administration and Community Service in Uncertain Times.”
October 9, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Kicking off day two at #NASPAA2025! 🌟
Dean @markjrozell.bsky.social joins colleagues from @fiu.bsky.social, @utdallas.bsky.social & @spp-osu.bsky.social to explore innovative ways to serve local communities across geographic and cultural divides.
📅 1–2 p.m. | 📍 O’Leary, Drury
October 9, 2025 at 12:16 PM
We’re in Flagstaff for #NASPAA2025! 🌵
Join Dean @markjrozell.bsky.social, MPA Director Mirae Kim, and Professor Qian Hu as they lead conversations on innovation, leadership, and collaboration in public administration.
October 8, 2025 at 1:53 PM