October 2008
Joining the Rat Race: Career Fair Comes to Campus
By Broadside News Editor Noah Martin
A tumultuous stock market has left many Americans unsure about their future. To help in the job search for George Mason University students and alleviate fears, University Career Services will be hosting a job internship fair on Tuesday, Oct. 7 and Wednesday, Oct. 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Dewberry Hall.
Quick Tips For Interview Success
Headed to a job interview? Here are some handy tips to help you be prepared.
Job Interviews: Making a Good First Impression
By Career Guide 2007 Staff Writer Elizabeth Stern
You have eaten an entire tin of Altoids. You have rehearsed what you want to say at least a hundred times and you are still stumbling over the words. You begin to sweat in places you did not know could sweat. You then realize you have job interview anxiety. It is no wonder most people would rather study for an organic chemistry exam than interview for a job, or that the prospect of an interview prompts some of us to develop a sudden interest in deep-cleaning the microwave. A job interview is difficult, stress-inducing and anxiety-ridden. Fortunately, all supervisors agree on certain aspects of the interview and simply remembering a few small but important things could have a significant impact on whether or not you land the job.
Proper Business Attire: Dress To Impress
By Career Guide 2007 Staff Writer Hannah Hager
What does your style of dress say about you? The image you present speaks to supervisors and coworkers, and dressing for the job you want is a great way to move ahead in an office environment. Arrive for the interview dressed for the job you want to have in 10 years. In the office, dress daily for the job you want to have tomorrow. Employers will not take you seriously if you don’t take yourself seriously. Remember, you are selling yourself.
Having a Disability Does Not Mean One Is Disabled
By Broadside News Editor Noah Martin
Working to acknowledge the diversity of students on campus, the Office of Disability Services became a member of Delta Alpha Pi International Honor Society Chapter Xi last January.
Talks With Tier: Local Band Mudge
"Talks With Tier" is back for its second episode, which introduces you to the local band Mudge and shares some live acoustic performances.
Sports, Singers & Speakers: A Week In Photos
Compiled by Broadside Photo Editor Courtney Erland.
So much happens each week that it can be difficult to keep track of all of the campus events. Don't worry, though -- Broadside has compiled a gallery of their favorite photos from last week.
Click here to see a review of photographs from the week of September 28-October 5.
Have some great photographs you'd love to have included? That's easy: just e-mail them to cmasonmedia@gmail.com.
Fans Swoon for Enrique, Aventura
By Broadside Staff Writer Gabriella Leone
Enrique Iglesias and Aventura, a Bachata music group from New York, rocked the Patriot Center last Friday night, with Latin beats and hundreds of screaming women both young and old.
Campus Buzzing About New Southside Dining
Everybody is talking about the new campus dining center, Southside, which opened today.
- Broadside Assistant News Editor Sonya Hudson gives you all the details about Southside.
- Mason student Nick Walker shares student anticipation about the new dining center.
- Watch student reactions to Southside Dining Hall -- they really love it.
- Channel 9 News has a video about Southside's environmental footprint.
Check back all week long for more information & opinions about dining on campus!
Students Excited About Southside Dining Options
By Mason Student Nick Walker
Back in the corner of the now-closed Ciao Hall, roommates Brittany Graves and Rebecca Kagan could be found eating their lunch a few weeks ago. As freshmen living on campus, the two are on meal plans – and thus dependent upon Mason’s current food options.