December 4, 2025New research led by Schar School Associate Professor Jennifer Victor challenges the common belief that low youth voter turnout stems from apathy. Working alongside undergraduate researchers over several election cycles, Victor found that young voters face logistical barriers—from multiple or temporary addresses to confusion about state-by-state rules—that make participation difficult, not undesirable.
October 27, 2025Taiwan’s national security is at a precarious inflection point. A Schar School online platform looks to raise awareness of the threats to the island nation. See what the Taiwan Security Monitor is and meet the students behind it.
August 27, 2025Three new publications showcase the Schar School’s breadth of expertise.
August 25, 2025A new analysis from the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University positions charitable nonprofits not only as mission-driven service providers but also as a formidable force in the American labor market.
August 18, 2025A new study coauthored by PhD candidate Julianna J. Thomson analyzes religious rhetoric in a setting where it can be wildly effective—on the floor of Congress. See what the research shows about “Sacred Speech.”
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July 31, 2025
A new study led by Schar School faculty uncovers a troubling trend: some lawmakers face disproportionate challenges in effectively representing their constituents. What can be done to address these barriers?
June 5, 2025Work has begun on research intended to reveal hidden financial systems and geopolitical forces that, in effect, weaponize corruption. Read more about Distinguished University Professor Janine Wedel’s latest project and who stands to benefit—and not—from her investigation.
April 16, 2025The Schar School’s seventh annual Energy Forum brings experts from around the region to discuss the impacts and the future of data centers, energy, climate, and artificial intelligence.
February 4, 2025Professor Guadalupe Correa-Cabrera wanted to see the effects of U.S. drug policies firsthand. The time she spent in a blighted Philadelphia neighborhood resulted in a remarkable story for a nonprofit policy magazine.
January 29, 2025Project DataStorm continues to gather intensity and students continue to gain experience. See the latest about this groundbreaking AI project.