George Mason University College of Humanities and Social Sciences

George Mason University College of Humanities and Social Sciences At the heart of George Mason University’s mission is to support academic freedom and a diversity of thought.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences brings a human perspective to the mission of George Mason University, by grounding discovery in the subtle fabric of individual and cultural life that shapes our values, experiences and sources of well-being. That includes robust-yet-civil discussions of ideas and beliefs. We encourage people to express their opinions in this space, but we ask that eve

ryone be respectful of others, including those who disagree. Profane, threatening, discriminatory or demeaning content may be removed at the discretion of the moderator. You are fully responsible for the content that you share. Postings or comments made by individuals on this page do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of George Mason University or any of the university’s divisions. This page is not to be used for solicitation of sales and/or the promotion of any goods and/or services. We will take steps to block users who violate these posting standards.

08/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at yesterday’s CHSS Back on the Block Party! We had so much fun kicking off the new semester with you! 🍕💚💛

08/25/2026

How do you adapt a 2,700-year-old story?

Martin Winkler, Professor of Classics at George Mason University, discusses The Odyssey's journey through film from Georges Méliès to Christopher Nolan's latest epic. 💚💛

And just like that, another fall semester begins! 🍁Welcome back,  ! We hope you had a memorable and restful summer! Tell...
08/24/2026

And just like that, another fall semester begins! 🍁
Welcome back, ! We hope you had a memorable and restful summer! Tell us in the comments below what you are most looking forward to this semester! 💚💛

08/21/2026

"Tell me about a complicated man."
Professor Winkler is back in the second installment of our series!

This time, he is joined by fellow Mason Classics professor Olga R. Arans. Together, they break down the timeless character of , from Homeric hero to 's latest interpretation. 🌊💚💛

08/14/2026

Planning to watch (or rewatch) 's latest adaptation of this weekend? Martin Winkler, Professor of Classics at George Mason University, has your 90-second recap of the ancient Homeric epic before you head to the cinema! 🍿💚💛

Stay tuned next week for two more installments of our Odyssey video series! 🌊

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Institute for Immigration Research-GMU has officially unveile...
07/15/2026

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Institute for Immigration Research-GMU has officially unveiled "Immigrants & America 250: Data, Stories, and Policy Across United States History," an immersive digital timeline that explores how immigration has shaped the United States from its earliest years to the present day.

🔗 Learn more: https://chss.gmu.edu/articles/23596

Interested in sharing your current summer internship with us? 💚💛Complete the form below, and you may be featured in our ...
07/06/2026

Interested in sharing your current summer internship with us? 💚💛

Complete the form below, and you may be featured in our upcoming social media series about the exciting summer internships our CHSS students are doing!
🔗 https://ow.ly/Uh3a50ZkM4l

Summer is in full swing on campus! ☀️💚💛  Stay cool out there,  !
07/01/2026

Summer is in full swing on campus! ☀️💚💛

Stay cool out there, !

Meet CHSS alum and former George Mason University women's soccer player Hollis Kosco (BA Speech Communication '94), who ...
06/22/2026

Meet CHSS alum and former George Mason University women's soccer player Hollis Kosco (BA Speech Communication '94), who is now a part of the team supporting FIFA World Cup 2026! ⚽️💚💛
🔗 Read more about Kosco' journey from the Mason soccer field to being the senior transportation manager for FIFA World Cup 2026:

A former member of George Mason's 1993 NCAA national runner-up women's soccer team, George Mason alumna Hollis Kosco has turned her athletic experience into a global profession in sports management and operations.

05/22/2026

ICYMI on the big screen at EagleBank Arena, this year’s Degree Celebration video is now live on our YouTube channel! 🎓💚💛

A special thanks to the members of our CHSS community who shared their messages, advice, and well wishes to the Class of 2026!
🔗 Check out the full video at the link in our bio!

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