Dean's Blog

What a difference a year makes. I mean really…just think, this time last year, we were in quarantine, in many cases staying away from our families (to keep them safe). Our classes were all virtual after the great pivot and our research efforts, usually plentiful over winter break, were, in some cases, cut way back or even put on hold while we figured out how to work off campus. And we were asking for contributions to help those in need as many students and friends were without food, shelter, or even a job as the holidays approached.

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Let’s face it, we’re all so very busy at this time of the year. With finals, winter graduation, and the holidays all upon us, it’s hard to imagine any free time to just take a moment and reflect on the past year. But at the college’s Celebration of Success this week, we did just that to meaningfully recognize members of our team who have made significant contributions to our shared success during this very challenging year.

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Mason scientists are experts in their fields and make important discoveries every day. From COVID diagnostics, monitoring, and treatment to saving living species and identifying exoplanets, we have a tremendous science enterprise here. At this time each year, we get to see the exciting progress our students made by attending their research poster presentations or when hearing their dissertation defenses. 

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One of Mason’s four grand challenges is the quest for a healthy planet. And hundreds of Mason Science researchers, faculty, staff, and students strive for this worthy cause. 

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