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Big news from the Schar School: We are now a partner in the @PeaceCorps Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program, creating new opportunities for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers to pursue graduate study. Read more: schar.gmu.edu/news/2026-03/s…

#GeorgeMasonResearch Terry L. Clower of @ScharSchool comments on ballot measure to raise minimum wage in D.C. ffxnow.com/2026/03/12/mor… @GMU_CRA

Join us for Perspectives on Policy Formation in Technology & Security, a panel exploring how tech and security policy is shaped across the public and private sectors. March 30, 6 to 8 p.m. gmu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0p…

The American Legion is more than a familiar name. In our latest podcast, @DavidIRamadan talks with Captain Len Wales and Colonel Glenn Yarborough about supporting youth, families, communities, and aging veterans. Listen: schar.gmu.edu/podcast

Announcing the launch of CONTRA, the Corruption, Networks, and Transnational Crime Research Center Led by @GCorreaCabrera, Naoru Koizumi, and @janinewedel Learn more: schar.gmu.edu/news/2026-03/c…

National political developments often carry ripple effects beyond state lines. @MarkJRozellGMU discusses the broader political implications of recent events in New Jersey in Newsmax. newsmax.com/john-gizzi/mej…

Fuel smuggling across international borders is a growing concern for security officials. Guadalupe Correa-Cabrera analyzes the policy and security implications diariocambio22.mx/mexico-solicit…

Virginia’s debate over taxes and affordability is heating up. Schar School Dean Mark J. Rozell discusses how tax policy proposals are shaping the state’s political landscape. Read the story: washingtontimes.com/news/2026/feb/…

U.S.–Taiwan security policy remains central to regional stability. Writing in the Taipei Times, Schar School professor Michael Hunzeker examines the broader strategic considerations shaping Washington’s relationship with Taipei. taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/ar…

Calling all future policy leaders! Apply by April 1 the summer 2026 cohort of the NEW Leadership Virginia program at the Schar School. Build leadership skills, gain policy exposure, and connect with women leaders and mentors. For more info: genderandpolicy.gmu.edu/new-leadership/

PhD student Ali Mammadov coauthors a World Economic Forum study on why central bank independence is critical during periods of geopolitical uncertainty. weforum.org/stories/2026/0…

How does a city actually run? Fairfax City Mayor Catherine Read joins @DavidIRamadan on the Policy and Governance Perspectives podcast to discuss how municipal government works and the key issues facing Fairfax City. Listen: schar.gmu.edu/about/policy-a…

How are generational divides shaping Hungary’s political future? Visiting Researcher Levente Székely explores growing tensions between younger and older generations in Hungarian Conservative. hungarianconservative.com/articles/cultu…

Schar School sophomore Jonathan Dubois has been elected Undergraduate Student Body President at George Mason, representing more than 30,000 students. Learn more about the new student leader and what motivates him to serve the George Mason community: schar.gmu.edu/news/2026-02/s…

What role should the federal government play in local tax decisions? In Law360, Schar School tax policy expert David Brunori examines federal involvement in D.C.’s tax policy and the broader tension between federal authority and state autonomy. law360.com/tax-authority/…

Yesterday, a full room joined the Center for Security Policy Studies at the Schar School for European Security: The Changing Landscape—featuring Ambassador of Hungary to the U.S. Szabolcs Takács with Schar School faculty Ellen Laipson and Desmond Dinan

Happening today at the Schar School! European Security: The Changing Landscape: Hungarian ambassador to the U.S. joins Desmond Dinan to discuss how Europe is rethinking security and its relationship with the United States. Noon to 1 p.m., FUSE 1324, Mason Square

#GeorgeMasonResearch A Potential Energy Crisis With Richard Kauzlarich And Paul Bubbosh schar.gmu.edu/news/2026-02/p… @ScharSchool

#GeorgeMasonResearch Mason alumna leads legislative affairs in the Governor’s Office gmu.edu/news/2026-02/m… @ScharSchool @GMUPsychology

#GeorgeMasonResearch Michael Fauntroy on the Rev. Jesse Jackson's legacy youtube.com/watch?v=dfw3FA… @ScharSchool