Welcome2Mason 2024 Event Highlights
The three-week extravaganza that includes all things Mason! Meet student organizations, various academic departments, and campus departments alike!
Women’s Soccer v William & Mary | Sunday, August 25 @ 6 PM
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Panhellenic Carnival | Monday, August 26 @ 1–4 PM
Come join the Panhellenic Sororities at our annual carnival on the first day of classes! Play arcade games with sisters, win prizes, and learn more about the Council we call home. This event is open to all and the perfect opportunity to have close conversations with our seven sororities on campus.
Part-Time Job Fair | Tuesday, August 27 @ 11 AM-2 PM
On-campus and local employers with part-time jobs are seeking Mason students to fill open positions! Meet them in Dewberry Hall on the lower level of the Johnson Center to learn more about job and internship opportunities either on campus or in the local area.
Recreation Sensation | Tuesday, August 27 @ 11 AM-1 PM
Interested in learning more about the sporting opportunities on campus? Join us for Recreation Sensation on the Johnson Center East Plaza. There will be FREE ICE CREAM, games, prizes for all attendees! Make your first week at George Mason a memorable one by making connections and seeing what all George Mason has to offer!
Glance Into Greek | Wednesday, August 28 @ 4-7 PM
Come meet our fraternity and sorority members! All of Mason’s the fraternities and sororities apart of Fraternity and Sorority Life will be tabling on Wilkins Plaza. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our organizations and how to join them!
IVth Night | Thursday, August 29 @ 4-7 PM
George Mason’s annual fall carnival featuring inflatables, free food, giveaways, DIYs, and the 2024 IVth Night t-shirt.
College Colors Day | Friday, August 30 @ 11 AM–4 PM
College Colors Day is celebrated nationally each year with fans across the country showing their school pride by wearing their favorite college colors. For us, we are Bold and wear our Green and Gold! College Colors Day for George Mason also kicks off another year of Spirit Friday’s where the George Mason community don themselves in Green and Gold every Friday.
Step Expo | Friday, August 30 @ 7-10 PM
End the first week of classes right by coming out to Mason’s NPHC annual Step Expo, where your favorite D9 fraternities and sororities will be showcasing their steps and strolls. This is one of the most popular events on campus, so be sure to register early and arrive on time. Can’t wait to see you there!
Student Success Coaching (SSC) Open House | Tuesday, September 3 @ 11 AM–1 PM
Learn about Student Success Coaching, how to schedule coaching appointments, meet your success coach and other Patriots.
Get Connected Fair | Wednesday, September 4 @ 11 AM–2 PM
Visit with Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) and University offices to discover how to get involved at George Mason.
Corner Pocket Thursday Night Trivia | Thursday, September 5 @ 7 PM
Gradstravaganza | Saturday, September 7 @ 12-3 PM All new and continuing Mason graduate students are invited to Gradstravaganza, Mason’s annual graduate student welcome event!
Meet the UGC | Monday, September 9 @ 1–4 PM
The United Greek Council’s tabling recruitment event for all the organizations within the council.
9/11 Day of Service | Wednesday, September 11 @ 9 AM-5 PM
We are pleased to share with you that this year’s Mason Nation 9/11 Day of Service is scheduled for Wednesday, September 11th. A variety of service projects will be available for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members to choose from and participate in.
Transfer Nation |Wednesday, September 18 @ 3-5:30 PM
Welcome to Campus Transfer Patriots! Come meet other transfer students, make a vision board, enjoy some popcorn, and prepare for the fall semester at Transfer Nation. Stop by for a bit or stay the whole time.
Mason in Color | Thursday, September 19 @ 6-9 PM
The Patriot Activities Council and the Center for Culture, Equity, and Empowerment bring you, Mason in Color: One World. An event for students to come and celebrate the diversity of the Mason community. There will be performances, tabling, food, and giveaways.