Statement: Office of the President

Statement from George Mason University President Gregory Washington About Congressman Gerry Connolly

An update on the results of the external review conducted in response to accusations of sexual misconduct by a former Scalia Law School faculty member.

George Mason University is launching a university-wide research project to address six interconnected grand challenges facing humanity. The initiative aims to maximize research coordination and efficiency in a volatile funding environment, with every academic unit contributing to at least one of the six solutions.

George Mason University is aware of a recent essay published online by one of its students that has created concern. Upon learning of the essay, Mason Police referred the matter to state and federal law enforcement for evaluation of criminal behavior. George Mason condemns this and all encouragements of violence. This is not the Mason way.

Update: As of April 28, George Mason has been notified that 14 of these students have had their SEVIS status restored and remain enrolled at the university. Another student’s visa was revoked, but that student’s SEVIS record was never terminated.

Welcome back! I hope you enjoyed your break and are looking forward to the spring semester on our campuses as much as I am.

George Mason University continues to take enhanced precautions to maintain a safe and secure university community in light of the recent FBI arrest of one of its students.

As we approach the close of the fall semester, I want to put to rest concerns we have heard voiced on campus in recent weeks, as recent headlines and social media have left some worried about the safety of the George Mason University campus. In particular, a recent off-campus police action has left many alarmed.

George Mason University is a place that lives by its motto, “Freedom and Learning.” As each of us processes the election, know that regardless of where you land on the results, this university has resources and supports for you.

University President Gregory Washington kicks off the 2024-25 school year with a message to the Mason Nation.