C2M Contributor Nathan Dorfman
Mason students pursue neuroscience internships with local hospital
|George Mason University neuroscience students have been given the opportunity to pursue hands-on projects in a professional work setting.
The semester-long Inova Biomedical Internship Program in Neuroscience, coordinated by Mason and Inova Fairfax Hospital, grants students access to scientists and medical care providers who serve as research mentors.
Mason professor discusses the future of the Washington area economy
|The Washington metropolitan area’s economy is always changing, but one Mason professor has an idea of what it will look like in the future.
Stephen Fuller addressed the topic of the Washington area economy on Feb. 18 during his Vision Series lecture at the Arlington campus’ Founders Hall. Fuller is a Mason professor of public policy and director of the Center for Regional Analysis.
According to Fuller, the Washington area is the most politically complex U.S. metropolitan region, given that the area is comprised of 22 independent jurisdictions.
Mason professor wins highest honor for Virginia university faculty
|Another George Mason University professor has been professionally recognized for excellence in her field.
On Feb. 12, Dr. Rita Chi-Ying Chung received the 2013 Outstanding Faculty Award from the State Council of Higher Education in Virginia along with Dominion Resources.
According to the SCHEV website, the Outstanding Faculty Award is Virginia’s highest honor for faculty at in-state universities. The awards recognize faculty for exceptional teaching, research and public service. One of 12 recipients this year, Chung was selected from over 100 statewide applicants.