On March 11th, 1970, a student from George Mason College presented President Paige with a petition comprised of 740 signatures. He assured the student that, "the matter would be given attention by President Shannon," and, "an answer would be ready…
This photograph features graduating students posing with the George Mason statue, often decorated with caps, sashes, or other regalia. It highlights the statue’s role as a beloved backdrop for commemorative photos and a key site in commencement…