Welcome to Mason Nation, Patriots!
University Life Mason Square strives to be full partners in support of Mason's academic mission, and our efforts to support, respond to, and develop our students is reflected in everything we do. We take pride in working towards excellence each and every day and in creating an environment where students can immerse themselves in learning while developing into productive leaders and citizens.
My hope is that when you leave Mason, you leave with more than just a degree. We strive to ensure that each student gains a higher awareness of themselves through engagement in programs and services aimed at career readiness, leadership, social and emotional wellbeing, healthy living, and through engagement in the world beyond the classroom. I encourage you to explore all that Mason has to offer.
University Life Mason Square is here to support each and every student, faculty, and staff, and to help them feel connected to and supported by the institution. We are here to help. Should you ever have a problem or encounter a challenge that you are unsure how to navigate, please don't hesitate to reach out I welcome you to campus and look forward to meeting you. I hope your time on campus will be exciting, challenging you in new and different ways.
With Patriot Pride,
UniversityLifeishereforyou!
WesupporteverystudentatMason
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Weserveasaresourceforstudent organizationsandahubforcampus leadershipactivity.
TheMindSpaisaresourcewhichcanhelpyou relax,improveyourconcentration/memory,and supportyouinyouroverallwell-beingand successasaMasonstudent.
TheMindSpaisequippedwithacomfy massagechair,alongwithgamesandactivities tohelpregulateyouremotionsand mindfulness.Thisisaprivatespacethatis yourstoreserveintwentyminuteincrements.
TheMindSpaislocatedintheULMason Squaresuite:VanMetreHall222.
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides a wide range of free services to students. Services are provided by a staff of licensed clinical psychologists, social workers, professional counselors, learning specialists, and a psychiatrist CAPS provides a confidential space where students may seek support and process their feelings and reactions.
CAPS provides the following programs, designed to enhance student's personal experience and academic performance: individual and group therapy workshops online self-help community education programs
703-993-2380 caps.gmu.edu
MasonstudentsnowhaveFREEaccesstoTimelyCare–avirtual mentalhealthandwell-beingplatformcraftedspecificallyforcollege students!
WithTimelyCare,Masonstudentswillhaveaccesstoamultitudeof virtualmentalhealthandwell-beingresourcesthatarefreeand available24/7.Findoutmoreabouttheresourcesavailableonlineat Timelycare.com/gmuorDownloadtheapp.
Tolearnmorevisit:ulife.gmu.edu/timely-care/
ThefirststepistoscheduleanInitialConsultation(IC)bycontactingtheCAPSofficeat703-9932380.Supportstaffwillaskforyourname,contactinformation,andafewotherpiecesof information.Virtualandin-personappointmentsareavailabletoMasonSquarestudents.
Optionsforsupportmayinclude:
Referralstooff-campustreatmentinwhichcaseyourclinicianwillhelpyoufindappropriate, affordable,andaccessibletreatmentprovider(s).
ConsultationwithadifferentofficeoncampussuchasStudentSupportandAdvocacy, DisabilityServices,andStudentHealthServices.
ParticipationinservicesofferedthroughCAPSincludingvirtualworkshops,onlineself-help, grouptherapy,time-limitedindividualtherapy,time-limitedpsychiatry,andlearning services.
*Pleasenote:youmustbelocatedinVirginiaatthetimeoftheICphonecall. AftercompletinganInitialConsultation, theclinicianyouspeakwithwilldiscussnextsteps.
TheStudentSupportandAdvocacyCenter(SSAC) believesstudentsaremostsuccessfulwhenhealthy andhappy,andstrivestohelpstudentsfindthat balanceforthemselves.SSACiscommittedto providinganempoweringenvironmentforallMason studentstoseeksupportservicesandtoexplore healthylifechoices.SSACofferseducational programming,one-on-oneconsultations,and resourcesintheareasof:
sexualandinterpersonalviolence financialwell-beingandStayMasonFunding substanceuseandrecovery studentsexperiencingapersonalcrisis
The Student Support and Advocacy Center can provide in-person and virtual services at the Mason Square campus.
StudentHealthServices(SHS)providesaccessibleandaffordable healthcaretoallcurrentlyenrolledMasonstudents,inacaringand confidentialenvironment SHSoffersawidevarietyofservicesto keepourcommunityhealthy.Fromdiagnosisandtreatmentof illnessandinjury,toimmunizationsandprescriptions,tonutrition counselingandphysicalexams,SHSishereforMasonstudents. Thereisnochargetobeseenbyoneofourhealthcareproviders. Therearefeesforlabtests,immunizations,medications,supplies,
TheUniversityWritingCenterprovidesfreetutorialservices toallMasonwriters.Students,faculty,staff,andalumni maymakeanappointmenttoseeatutor.Appointmentsare offeredin45-minuteonlinesessions.Duringatypical session,tutorandwriterwillreviewtheassignmentprompt, setgoalsforthesession,readthroughthewriting,and discussstrategiesforeffectivewriting.
DisabilityServicesimplementsandcoordinatesreasonable accommodationsanddisability-relatedservicesthatafford equalaccesstouniversityprogramsandactivities.Disability Servicesisavailabletoserveallstudentswithdisabilities, includingthosewith:
cognitive learning psychological sustainedheadinjuries,sensory mobility otherphysicalimpairments
DisabilityServicesstaffisavailableviaphoneandemailduring thehoursof9:00a.m.to5:00p.m.MondaythroughFriday,for phoneorvirtualmeetingsorproctoringofexams(inpersonor virtual).Pleaseemailods@gmu.edu,call703.993.2474,oremail yourDisabilityServicesSpecialisttoscheduleameeting.
Safe Zone Program, yearround allyship development workshops
Trans Clothing Closet resource
LGBTQ+ Living Community
LGBTQ+ Mentoring Program
Queer Student Leadership Council
Lavender Orientation (Fall)
LGBTQ+ History Month (Fall)
Transgender Week of Awareness (Fall)
Mason Pride Game (Spring)
Mason Pride Week (Spring)
Lavender & Women and Gender Studies Graduation
TheLGBTQ+ResourcesCentercultivatesthesuccessandwell-being ofqueer,trans,non-binary,andquestioningstudents,staff,and faculty.Ourworkisdeeplycollaborativeandrootedinintersectional justice.Webuildidentityaffirmingprograms,developleaders,provide criticalresources,andfosteracultureofequityandallyship,at Mason. Appointments,includingamongallregionalcampuses,canbemadeby emailinglgbtq@gmueduorengagingwiththevirtualchaton lgbtq.gmu.edu.
TheCenterforCulture,Equity,andEmpowermentleverages programsandservicesfocusedonadvocacyand directstudentsupporttostrengthenequityandinclusionat GeorgeMasonUniversity.Ouradvisingfosters opportunitiesforidentitydevelopment,cross-cultural engagement,andinclusivelearningcommunities,affirming theindivisibleaspectsofallouridentities.Ourthreeareas: StudentAccessandEquity(SAE),StudentEngagementfor RacialJustice(SERJ),andLGBTQ+Resources,serveas resourcestothoseintheMasonCommunitywhoseekto meaningfullyengageandinteractwithpeoplewithdifferent
Student Involvement (SI) encourages students and staff to think creatively. SI wants everyone to contribute ideas and think of new ways they may enhance campus and their experience at Mason. Opportunities are available to put ideas into action, learn from hands-on experiences, meet new people, develop life-long friendships and gain skills that will help you be ready for wherever your future takes you!
Student Involvement helps students get connected to Mason Nation through campuswide events, student organizations, trainings, student advocacy and personal interactions. This brings ideas to fruition, creates a sense of belonging and prepares students for success in their future. SI works with all Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) on the Arlington Campus and assists them with funding applications through the Student Funding Board (SFB).
Contemporary Student Services (CSS) serves as a compass and a bridge. Contemporary students are students who have had more experiences than most college students in their lives before coming to Mason. They might be working professionals, have families, and/or so much more. They may have experienced things a lot of other students haven’t, like being in the foster care system or in the military. They are students who don’t always see themselves reflected or fully supported in college outreach materials or campus programming.
Contemporary Student Services seeks to provide a centralized resource center and comprehensive offering of academic and social engagement opportunities.
HOWTOMAKEANAPPOINTMENT
Visit the Contemporary Student Services website to submit contact form online or to join a focus group.
contemporary.gmu. edu/contact/
The mission of the Office of Military Services at Mason is to assist veterans, active duty service members, guardsmen, reservists, and dependents in making a successful transition into the Mason community. The goal of the Office of Military Services is to help these students in a number of capacities including counseling and advising on benefits, academic and admissions advising, and career transition.
The Office of Military Services team has experience in the military and in academia. They can help you meet admissions, financial aid, and academic requirements and answer any questions you might have.
The Office of Military Services accepts walk-ins during normal business hours, but if you have indepth questions, you can schedule an appointment with a Transition Coordinator.
University Career Services is Mason's centralized career center. Career Services assist students with exploring, developing and setting goals related to each student's unique educational and academic needs. Career Services works with students and alumni in all aspects of the career development process, from choosing a major to career changes. Career development is a lifelong process influenced by all aspects of life, with the end result being high quality of life and personal satisfaction.
University Libraries provides access to library resources and support both in-person and online.
https://library.gmu.edu
Librarians are available for research consultations on-campus and online. To find the best person for your needs and make an appointment visit: https://library.gmu.edu/subject-librarians .
acl@gmu.edu
We also offer Virtual Reference Services at library.gmu.edu/ask for general library and reference questions. library.gmu.edu/workshops
Need data help? Contact the Digital Scholarship Center (DiSC) at datahelp.gmu.edu or set up an appointment at dsc.gmu.edu/help/
201 Van Metre Hall 703-993-8188 library.gmu.edu
Hazel Hall 703-993-8120 www.law.gmu.edu/library/
Van Metre Hall, First Floor Lobby
Bookstore
103 Van Metre Hall 703-993-8170 arlington.gmu.edu/studentresources/bookstore/
Computer Labs
211 Van Metre Hall 703-993-8226
351 Hazel Hall 703-993-8120 its.gmu.edu/service/computer-labs/
Van Metre Hall Room 222 703-993-2380 caps.gmu.edu
Disability
Van Metre Hall Room 222 703-993-2474 ds.gmu.edu
Van Metre Hall, First floor lobby 703-993-8999 arlcamp@gmu.edu
Information and Technology Services 703-993-8870 support@gmu.edu its.gmu.edu
Van Metre Hall Room 222 703-993-2970 oips.gmu.edu
International Tax
Van Metre Hall Room 222 703-993-8186 fiscal.gmu.edu/internationaltax/ Key
Van Metre Hall Room 216 703-993-8207 police.gmu.edu/programs-andservices/lock-shop-services/
Van Metre Hall Room 323 A 703-993-8984 Monday-Friday: 7:00am-6:00pm Saturday/Sunday: 7:00am-11PM
219 Van Metre Hall 703-993-8146 transportation.gmu.edu/arl ington/ arlpark@gmu.edu
Van Metre Hall Room B102 703-993-4863 shs.gmu.edu
222 Van Metre Hall 703-993-8186 ssac.gmu.edu
222 Van Metre Hall 703-993-8984 ularlington.gmu.edu
110 Van Metre Hall 703-993-8070
24-hour police coverage and escort service
Monday-Friday: 7:00am-11:00pm Saturday/Sunday: 11:00am11:00pm
Security
110 Van Metre Hall 703-993-8070
Center
Van Metre Hall Room 222 703-993-2700 odime.gmu.edu
Van Metre Hall Room 222 703-993-3131 gradfellows.gmu.edu
B114 Van Metre Hall 703-993-8141 arlprtsv@gmu.edu
Van Metre Hall, Suite 220 703-993-2095 arlington.gmu.edu/studentresources/card-officephoto-id/
Monday-Friday: 11:00pm-7:00am Saturday/Sunday: 11:00pm11:00am
212 Van Metre Hall 703-993-1200 writingcenter.gmu.edu
For more information about student services and resources at the Mason Square Campus please visit: go.gmu.edu/arlstudentguide
