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A Dynamic Education for an Evolving World. Located where policy happens—just 3 miles from the Pentagon, 4 miles from The White House, and 6 miles from the U.S.

The Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University prepares undergraduate and graduate students to be leaders and managers who solve problems and advance the public good in all sectors and levels of government—in the United States and throughout the world. Capitol Building—students are connected to jobs, internships, networking, and experiences that can only be found in the Washington, D.C. area. Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-EyBfwZIww

10/22/2026

Protecting shipping routes, powering military operations, and supporting an expanding space economy require policymakers to think across sectors.

The eighth annual Mason Energy Forum, “From Sea to Space,” brought scholars, government officials, and industry leaders to George Mason’s Mason Square to examine these interconnected challenges.

Organized by Schar School faculty members Richard Kauzlarich, Ellen Laipson, and Hina Kazmi, the forum featured discussions of maritime security, portable nuclear reactors for military and space applications, space as economic infrastructure, and the evolving mix of nuclear, solar, and geothermal power.

Hosted by the Schar School’s Center for Energy Science and Policy and Center for Security Policy Studies, the forum drew on faculty expertise in energy geopolitics, international security, and space policy.

Explore highlights from the forum:
https://schar.gmu.edu/news/2026-10/sea-space-schar-school-energy-forum-explores-new-frontiers-national-security

10/21/2026

Trust, independent judgment, and imagination remain essential to intelligence, even as artificial intelligence reshapes the field.

Washington Post columnist David Ignatius joined senior fellow and former CIA officer David Priess at the Schar School’s Hayden Center for a conversation about deterrence, emerging threats, and how intelligence informs policy.

The discussion brought students and the public into questions shaping the future of national security, including the importance of leaders willing to listen.

Read the recap:
https://schar.gmu.edu/news/2026-10/hayden-center-conversation-david-ignatius-trust-deterrence-and-future-intelligence

10/21/2026

🍂 This fall, think about where your next degree could take you.

Whether you want to deepen your expertise, explore a new direction, or prepare for greater responsibility, start by exploring graduate programs at the Schar School.

Bring your questions. Take your next step.
Book one-on-one with our graduate admissions team today: https://ow.ly/TRoM50ZZHlX

10/16/2026

Peace, diplomacy, and economic change on the Korean Peninsula brought scholars, policy experts, and peace advocates together at the Schar School yesterday afternoon.

Hosted by the Schar School’s Center for Security Policy Studies and the Peace Foundation, “The Korean Peninsula at an Inflection Point” featured presentations by Youngjun Kim, Cheol Lee, and Jung-Chul Lee exploring U.S.–North Korea relations, North Korea’s changing economy and trade, and regional peace and security.

The event also featured Venerable Pomnyun Sunim, the internationally recognized Buddhist teacher, humanitarian, and Peace Foundation chairman whose work has earned the Ramon Magsaysay Award and Niwano Peace Prize.

George A. Hutchinson, editor of the International Journal of Korean Studies, and Michael Gigante, an associate at The Asia Group, served as discussants. Center director Ellen Laipson moderated the conversation at Mason Square.

Thank you to all our guests for sharing their expertise and perspectives with the George Mason community.

10/12/2026

Ready to lead change and help organizations thrive?

Join Tojo Thatchenkery, director of Schar School’s Master of Organization Development and Knowledge Management program, for a free virtual information session. Explore how graduate study can help you strengthen collaboration, guide organizational change, and support your career goals. Bring your questions and get to know the program.

📅 Thursday, October 15
🕛 Noon ET
💻 Online

Register for free: https://schar.gmu.edu/faculty-information-sessions

10/09/2026

Interested in tackling today’s global security challenges?

Join Ellen Laipson, director of Schar School’s Master of International Security program, for a free virtual information session. Explore how graduate study can connect your interests in international affairs and security with your career goals. Bring your questions and get to know the program.

📅 Tuesday, October 13
🕛 Noon ET
💻 Online

Register for free: https://schar.gmu.edu/faculty-information-sessions

10/08/2026

Interested in protecting communities from biological threats?

Join Greg Koblentz, director of Schar School’s Biodefense program, for a free virtual information session. Explore how graduate study can connect your interests in science, policy, and security with your career goals. Bring your questions and get to know the program.

📅 Friday, October 9
🕛 Noon ET
💻 Online

Register for free: https://schar.gmu.edu/faculty-information-sessions

10/07/2026

Ready to take the next step in your public service career?

Join Mirae Kim, director of Schar School’s Master of Public Administration program, for a free virtual information session. Explore how graduate study can prepare you to lead in government and nonprofit organizations. Bring your questions and get to know the program.

📅 Thursday, October 8
🕛 Noon ET
💻 Online

Register for free: https://schar.gmu.edu/faculty-information-sessions

10/06/2026

Interested in how global markets, trade, and policy shape our world?

Join Ken Reinert, director of Schar School’s Master of Global Commerce and Policy program, for a free virtual information session. Explore how graduate study can connect your interests in business and policy with your career goals. Bring your questions and get to know the program.

📅 Wednesday, October 7
🕛 Noon ET
💻 Online

Register for free: https://schar.gmu.edu/faculty-information-sessions

10/05/2026

Curious about the forces shaping politics and global affairs?

Join Philip Martin, director of Schar School’s Master of Political Science program, for a free virtual information session. Explore how graduate study can deepen your understanding of politics and support your career goals. Bring your questions and get to know the program.

📅 Tuesday, October 6
🕛 Noon ET
💻 Online

Register for free: https://schar.gmu.edu/faculty-information-sessions

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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http://schar.gmu.edu/

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