September 2011

Northern Neck Starbucks now open 24/7

Good news for anyone who depends on their late night and early morning coffee, the Starbucks location on the first floor of Northern Neck is now open 24/7.

Mason sophomore discusses potential of ROTC Naval Unit on campus


The addition of a Navy ROTC unit would expand military service options for Mason students. (Official U.S. Navy Imagery).

Men’s, women’s soccer set to open conference play this weekend


Senior defender Draymond Washington has helped the Patriots slow down opposing offenses this season, including the exhibtion game against UVA on August 19 in which they held the Cavaliers to just one goal. The men's team begins conference play this weekend against Old Dominion in Fairfax. (John Powell).

Apple's NFL Fantasy Projections: Week 3


After two weeks, it appears the 2011-12 season is going to be the year of the quarterbacks. Players like defending Super Bowl Champion Aaron Rodgers are expected to perform at high levels every week, and he is projected to score 24 fantasy points in Week 3 (Photo from Creative Commons, user Mike Morbeck).

C-SPAN donates $25k grant and 800 books and video interviews to Mason

George Mason University has recently acquired many nonfiction and historical books used in C-SPAN’s TV show “Booknotes,” hosted by C-SPAN CEO, Brian Lamb.

Additional information on Andre Cornelius

While Andre Cornelius was arraigned on Monday, generally indicating that an investigation has closed, the George Mason University police department told Connect2Mason that the investigation was still open. No records were made available at that time.

The Hunt in video (and more on prizes)


Connect2Mason had a team of photographers and videographers on hand Saturday Sept. 3 for The Hunt. This video is a compilation of the day. (Jake McLernon)

Still reeling from the mindbending puzzles in The Hunt? Now you can relive all the frustrations and joys in this video compilation of Hunt Day footage. 

Men's soccer battles to 1-1 tie against UCF, return to action today at home


Junior midfielder Derek Markheim and the Patriots fought hard against the 10th-ranked UCF Knights Friday night, playing to a 1-1 tie. They return to action today at 4 p.m. at home against Cal State Fullerton. (John Powell).

Mason to hold 14th Amendment discussion in observance of Constitution Day

In observance of Constitution Day, celebrated nationwide on Friday, Sept. 16, Mason is hosting a discussion on the 14th Amendment on Monday, Sept. 19, in Lecture Hall, Room 1, on the Fairfax campus.

‘President search’ narrowing to three to five candidates by January, says committee chair

The search committee has announced they will be sending the final three-to-five candidates to the Board of Visitors between December and January.