Schar School of Policy and Government
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A Dynamic Education for an Evolving World.
Official account of George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government.
Official account of George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government.
The Schar School is showing up strong at #ARNOVA2025 today! Catch sessions featuring Mirae Kim, Stefan Toepler, and Alan Abramson throughout the day on nonprofit research, innovation, philanthropy, and more.
November 20, 2025 at 2:20 PM
The Schar School is showing up strong at #ARNOVA2025 today! Catch sessions featuring Mirae Kim, Stefan Toepler, and Alan Abramson throughout the day on nonprofit research, innovation, philanthropy, and more.
"There will be another influenza pandemic. The clock is ticking for it." @mtosterholm.bsky.social
November 19, 2025 at 6:45 PM
"There will be another influenza pandemic. The clock is ticking for it." @mtosterholm.bsky.social
"We are training the next generation of students to work on these issues and bridge the gap between public health, scientific, and national security communities" @gregkoblentz.bsky.social
November 19, 2025 at 6:43 PM
"We are training the next generation of students to work on these issues and bridge the gap between public health, scientific, and national security communities" @gregkoblentz.bsky.social
The next pandemic isn’t if but when. In our latest podcast, David Ramadan and @gregkoblentz.bsky.social talk with epidemiologist @mtosterholm.bsky.social about the gaps COVID exposed, the rise of the “infodemic,” and how young people can help rebuild trust in science. Listen: schar.gmu.edu/podcast
November 19, 2025 at 6:35 PM
The next pandemic isn’t if but when. In our latest podcast, David Ramadan and @gregkoblentz.bsky.social talk with epidemiologist @mtosterholm.bsky.social about the gaps COVID exposed, the rise of the “infodemic,” and how young people can help rebuild trust in science. Listen: schar.gmu.edu/podcast
"While non-Ukrainian soldiers may not be personally attached or culturally affiliated with the people who live there, they can still grasp the larger concept of the country of Ukraine."
November 12, 2025 at 8:46 PM
"While non-Ukrainian soldiers may not be personally attached or culturally affiliated with the people who live there, they can still grasp the larger concept of the country of Ukraine."
"When I left Ukraine for the last time, I became emotional. There is a possibility that no Ukrainian will ever step foot here again if Russia gets what it wants."
November 12, 2025 at 8:43 PM
"When I left Ukraine for the last time, I became emotional. There is a possibility that no Ukrainian will ever step foot here again if Russia gets what it wants."
David Ramadan and Ellen Laipson talk with reporter Mary McAuliffe about what life looks like inside war-torn Ukraine, the resilience of its people, the reality of displacement, and how U.S. policy is shaping the conflict: schar.gmu.edu/podcast
November 12, 2025 at 8:41 PM
David Ramadan and Ellen Laipson talk with reporter Mary McAuliffe about what life looks like inside war-torn Ukraine, the resilience of its people, the reality of displacement, and how U.S. policy is shaping the conflict: schar.gmu.edu/podcast
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
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...
"The nature of war never changes. The character of war does. We have to adapt, but not too fast." Commander Dan Matthews
October 29, 2025 at 7:30 PM
"The nature of war never changes. The character of war does. We have to adapt, but not too fast." Commander Dan Matthews
"Navy's integration of AI and cyber autonomy is not about replacing sailors. It is about amplifying them." - Commander Sean Purdy
October 29, 2025 at 7:30 PM
"Navy's integration of AI and cyber autonomy is not about replacing sailors. It is about amplifying them." - Commander Sean Purdy
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
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...
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
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...
“Even though faith in government is at an all-time low, it can go lower if people aren’t getting the services they’re paying for.” — Steve Ellis, President of Taxpayers for Common Sense
October 17, 2025 at 3:44 PM
“Even though faith in government is at an all-time low, it can go lower if people aren’t getting the services they’re paying for.” — Steve Ellis, President of Taxpayers for Common Sense
“A government shutdown is an induced coma... but a continuing resolution is like the government giving itself chemotherapy.” — Jeremy Mayer
October 17, 2025 at 3:42 PM
“A government shutdown is an induced coma... but a continuing resolution is like the government giving itself chemotherapy.” — Jeremy Mayer
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
schar.gmu.edu/podcast
schar.gmu.edu/podcast
October 17, 2025 at 3:41 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
schar.gmu.edu/podcast
schar.gmu.edu/podcast
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!
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
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!
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!
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.
Van Metre Hall | 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
October 16, 2025 at 1:28 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.
Van Metre Hall | 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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
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.
schar.gmu.edu/policy-and-g...
schar.gmu.edu/policy-and-g...
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.
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
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.
Hosted by David Ramadan, featuring guests from the Schar School and beyond. Check back tomorrow for the first episode.
Who better to preview Virginia’s next governor’s challenges than two who’ve been there? Former Govs. Bob McDonnell & Terry McAuliffe joined @markjrozell.bsky.social at Mason Square for a candid look at the 2025 race. schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-10...
October 2, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Who better to preview Virginia’s next governor’s challenges than two who’ve been there? Former Govs. Bob McDonnell & Terry McAuliffe joined @markjrozell.bsky.social at Mason Square for a candid look at the 2025 race. schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-10...
The Campus to Career series is officially underway! Earlier this week, Schar School Learning Communities students explored public service careers at Working for the Common Good. More events coming soon—these students are just getting started!
September 26, 2025 at 3:43 PM
The Campus to Career series is officially underway! Earlier this week, Schar School Learning Communities students explored public service careers at Working for the Common Good. More events coming soon—these students are just getting started!
Don’t miss the 2025 Roger Wilkins Lecture!
Special Counsel Jack Smith will discuss the challenges of defending democracy & the rule of law in today’s political climate. Free & open to the Mason community. Doors open at 4 No signup is required but you may want to arrive early.
Special Counsel Jack Smith will discuss the challenges of defending democracy & the rule of law in today’s political climate. Free & open to the Mason community. Doors open at 4 No signup is required but you may want to arrive early.
September 10, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Don’t miss the 2025 Roger Wilkins Lecture!
Special Counsel Jack Smith will discuss the challenges of defending democracy & the rule of law in today’s political climate. Free & open to the Mason community. Doors open at 4 No signup is required but you may want to arrive early.
Special Counsel Jack Smith will discuss the challenges of defending democracy & the rule of law in today’s political climate. Free & open to the Mason community. Doors open at 4 No signup is required but you may want to arrive early.
More than 220 students, faculty & staff packed Mason Square’s Fuse building for the first Pizza & Perspectives of the semester. @markjrozell.bsky.social led a wide-ranging conversation with former VP Mike Pence on conservatism, democracy & America’s future. schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-09...
September 8, 2025 at 7:48 PM
More than 220 students, faculty & staff packed Mason Square’s Fuse building for the first Pizza & Perspectives of the semester. @markjrozell.bsky.social led a wide-ranging conversation with former VP Mike Pence on conservatism, democracy & America’s future. schar.gmu.edu/news/2025-09...
What happens when global tensions escalate and alliances are tested? Join Schar School experts for a timely panel - World on Fire: Grand Challenges in U.S. Foreign Policy.
This event will be held virtually and is open to the public.
Register now: signup.e2ma.net/signup/20147...
This event will be held virtually and is open to the public.
Register now: signup.e2ma.net/signup/20147...
June 20, 2025 at 3:53 PM
What happens when global tensions escalate and alliances are tested? Join Schar School experts for a timely panel - World on Fire: Grand Challenges in U.S. Foreign Policy.
This event will be held virtually and is open to the public.
Register now: signup.e2ma.net/signup/20147...
This event will be held virtually and is open to the public.
Register now: signup.e2ma.net/signup/20147...
Ahead of their study abroad trip, Schar School students had the opportunity to meet with Ambassador Evangelos Savva, at the Embassy of Cyprus in D.C. Their conversation on diplomacy and regional dynamics prepared them to explore the geopolitics of the Eastern Mediterranean.🌎📚
June 10, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Ahead of their study abroad trip, Schar School students had the opportunity to meet with Ambassador Evangelos Savva, at the Embassy of Cyprus in D.C. Their conversation on diplomacy and regional dynamics prepared them to explore the geopolitics of the Eastern Mediterranean.🌎📚