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The fourth annual Fairfax County Housing Symposium co-hosted by the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority and the George Mason School of Business will bring together elected leaders, industry professionals, policy experts, and housing advocates with the primary goal of advancing the role of affordable housing within the fabric of our community. The event is back in-person at George Mason University on March 15.

Interested in studying abroad but not sure where to start? Join us for the upcoming School of Business study abroad information session on February 22, 2023 from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. in the Johnson Center room 235. We will review important study abroad information for School of Business students and raffle off some exciting prizes! Please RSVP by following the QR code or link on the attached flyer.

You are cordially invited to attend IMA (Institute of Management Accountants) Endorsement Award Ceremony and celebrate with Accounting Area on Thursday February 16, 11:00 am- 12:30 pm in JC Bistro. Free catering food, pizzas, and drinks will be provided. The IMA's higher education endorsement program is an assessment of advanced accounting and financial management knowledge in four fields: analysis, financial planning, control, and decision support. George Mason University is the first and only IMA-endorsed university in Virginia, and the largest endorsed university in the DMV metro area. IMA endorsement is a high distinction that is recognized globally in over 150 countries, and a testament to Mason’s high quality of accounting education and keen focus on advancing student success. No registration is needed for faculty and staff. Student attendees are strongly recommended to register through the QR code in the attached flyer or through this form. For any questions, please contact Professor Peggy Tsirigotis (etsirigo@gmu.edu) or Long Chen (lchenk@gmu.edu).

The 2023-2024 scholarship application is now open. Students can apply at https://gmu.academicworks.com/.

Feedback makes perfect! Prepare for internship & job opportunities by practicing your interview skills with real estate professionals. The Real Estate Association is partnering with the Urban Land Institute Washington D.C. chapter to offer mock interviews on Thursday, February 16, 2023, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST.

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Drone Prototyping Short Course Spring 2023

Are you an Accounting Major? Thinking of becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), but unsure of what you need to do and how to do it? Then this session is for YOU! On Wednesday March 1, 2023 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. the Accounting Department will be hosting a CPA, MSA, and Certification Information Session. This will be a hybrid event hosted through Zoom and in person at the Johnson Center in room G. We will have faculty members and representatives to discuss the eligibility requirements for becoming a CPA, other certifications, and the MSA program here at GMU. Be sure to RSVP to join us! Virtual Zoom Room: https://gmu.zoom.us/j/96113744982 In Person: Johnson Center Meeting Room G Wednesday March 1, 2023 5:00-7:00p.m

Sign up for the International Buddy Program (IBP) in the spring 2023 semester. The International Buddy Program aims to build cross-cultural friendships, build intercultural communication skills, and global competency between Mason's international and domestic students.

The summer 2023 graduation application is now available in Patriot Web.

Inform students of the last day to add and instructions for late-adds

The Gowns for Grads program will provide graduates with regalia (caps and gowns) who are unable to purchase their own. Priority deadline: March 3, 2023, 11:59pm / Regular deadline: March 21, 2023, 11:59pm.