March 2008
LETTER: Town Hall Meetings
Letter to the Editor
The Student Government motto in our office reads, “Serving you and needs of the Mason community.” In order to truly serve you, the GMU Student Government must hear your needs. Whether positive or negative, comments regarding your experience at George Mason University can be directed to us. We hear many concerns and complaints about student services, campus life, and the lack of pride at this university. Depending on whom you talk to you, the gamut ranges on how well Student Government actually addresses the issues of the student body. Instead of complaining to friends and their friends about what you do or do not like at this institution, voice those opinions to our organization.
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BSA, College Republicans Invite Akinyemi to Mason
By Broadside Asst. News Editor Dan Abernathy
Photo by Broadside Photographer Mahmoud Lababidi
Although Black History Month has drawn to a close, George Mason University students explored and celebrated many related topics right up to the end, especially social injustice.
Greeks Breakdown Stereotypes of African-Americans
By Broadside Reporter Ethan Vaughan
Photo by Broadside Photographer Teddy Meyer
Brothers 2 Brothers, Sisters 2 Sisters, a forum focusing on gender and racial roles within the black community, took place on Thursday, Feb. 28, in the Johnson Center’s Rooms 249 and 240A.
The gathering was sponsored by a number of campus organizations, including the Office of Diversity Programs and Services, the African Students Association, Phi Beta Sigma, Inc. and Zeta Phi Beta, Inc. The two Greek chapters, a fraternity and a sorority, are primarily black in composition.
Journalist Rob Curley To Discuss Online Journalism
On March 4, George Mason University will continue its efforts to stay abreast with emerging media technologies by hosting guest speaker Rob Curley, vice president of New Media at Washington Post-Newsweek Interactive.
Tuesday’s event, the fourth of seven in the Communication Department’s spring 2008 New Media Series, will be held at 3 p.m. in SUB II, Rooms 3 and 4.
Past speakers include professionals from Gannett, USA Today and Congressional Quarterly.
Groups Hosts Series of Holocaust Events
By Broadside Asst. News Editor Daniel Abernathy
Throughout history, visual and verbal storytelling has helped unite communities, perpetuate myth and in many cases, preserve history. In late March, George Mason University will hold a two-night event intended to explore these topics and expose the current generation to the atrocities and triumphs surrounding the Holocaust.
Students for Life to Host Forum Today
By Broadside News Editor Asma Chaudhary
Photo by Rachael Dickson
According to recent advertising on Facebook, the student organization Students for Life will hold a discussion forum today at 7 p.m. in the Johnson Center Cinema. The forum titled, “Not Your Average Pro-Life Forum,” will feature different student organizations that offer opposing viewpoints.
Students Allege Inappropriate Police Behavior
By Broadside Asst. News Editor Rebecca Fulton
Photo by Broadside Photography Editor Courtney Erland
One of the two George Mason University students who agreed to an alternative punishment for attempting to steal textbooks is considering legal action against the school and Mason’s police for allegedly handling the situation inappropriately.
Lunch Break: Somalia, Primary Fever, Breakfast
By Connect Mason Reporter Rachael Dickson
Daily items of interest from all over the news and blog feeds.
The U.S. launched two missiles into a home in southern Somalia today, in what the U.S. military is calling a precision airstrike against "known terrorists." This is the third U.S. attack on targets in Somalia since the beginning of last year, Voice of America reports.
College Republicans March 4 2008
By Connect Mason Video Director Scott Williams
GMU College Republicans Josh St. Louis speaks about upcoming events and more.
Lunch Break: Parodies, Janitors, Blonde Jokes
By Connect Mason Video Director Scott Williams
Daily items of interest from all over the news and blog feeds.
With all the anticipation about the upcoming "The Dark Knight" film, it seems there is a new parody of the trailer out every week. This is by far the weirdest.