38 10 714 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/0386771a9b1e005c4dac52ff2f1c0401.jpg 8fcd72d514116c27976528ed0c1d9ad2 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/ba1ebc32c6dcb9079b9603d77c9d4851.jpg 4e6cd834e774634f2faad0578bb66c16 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource NOVA Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Mario Ramos Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Nova library Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Nova Library Language A language of the resource English https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/8d1426d9975d499a18b3d07f5f9d3ce0.png ad140d2b9eba63af0adbcde74bfccc1f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Patriots Close Regular Season with Rout of Dukes Subject The topic of the resource Patriots End Regular Season Ahead Description An account of the resource The George Mason Patriots capped off a historic season by earning a share of the Colonial Athletic Association regular season title, finishing 22-6 overall and 15-3 in conference play. With their strong finish, the Patriots tied with UNC-W (22-7, 15-3) for the top spot, securing their first CAA regular season championship since 2000 and just the third in program history. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Special Collections Research Center Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-02-27 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Aidan Scarborough HIST 390 Spring 2025 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Paper Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/c1065d2cea747b487ddc033bf472f2ef.jpg 35c1cf5b492436c46972f13583a638d6 Event A non-persistent, time-based occurrence. Metadata for an event provides descriptive information that is the basis for discovery of the purpose, location, duration, and responsible agents associated with an event. Examples include an exhibition, webcast, conference, workshop, open day, performance, battle, trial, wedding, tea party, conflagration. Duration Length of time involved (seconds, minutes, hours, days, class periods, etc.) 1996-2025 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource prize Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Mario Ramos Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived GMU Library Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available GMU Library Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2022-01-11 Language A language of the resource English https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/94aa47fc58ebeee87bc4607fc1b287ee.png bf4b1fa6d8eed6ae8fb79f6c4ba49695 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/27e3572c01853698cab7c1d0ac06ecb8.png 9c1f8a3f6547ecf83010fe10c3dd8b05 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Hoop Dreams Dashed in Richmond Subject The topic of the resource Patriots lose in CAA Semifinals Description An account of the resource Despite the tough semifinal loss to Hofstra, George Mason's NCAA Tournament hopes are still alive. With a strong résumé that includes a 22-6 overall record and a share of the CAA regular season title, the Patriots now turn their attention to Selection Sunday. They'll need to rely on the selection committee for a potential at-large bid, hoping their consistent play and standout season performance are enough to earn a spot in the Big Dance. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Special Collections Research Center Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-03-03 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Aidan Scarborough HIST 390 Spring 2025 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Paper Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/d8a81a89af910b548e94c4eec7428886.png e0d31a6ae0f073a12de24880673cac73 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The George Mason Patriots are Sweet 16 Bound! Subject The topic of the resource GMU is Sweet 16 Bound! Description An account of the resource George Mason is Sweet 16 bound! After a gritty and determined run through the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament, the Patriots have punched their ticket to the Sweet 16. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Special Collections Research Center Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-03-22 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Aidan Scarborough HIST 390 Spring 2025 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Paper Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/af5f44105b1354fcb48c0d707e10f1c2.png 49c40b7b6cf73680932354b963a1ce23 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/cd6f15965017b3e47bf053943ffe22d2.png 3c76db74f2fe141f5f642084283295b0 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource University Reaps Rewards from Patriots Final Four Success Subject The topic of the resource University benefits from Final Four Description An account of the resource Despite their loss to the eventual national champion Florida Gators in the 2006 Final Four, George Mason University reaped significant benefits from their historic run. The Patriots' Cinderella story brought national attention, leading to a surge in applications and donations. The university sold over 25,000 Final Four t-shirts, capitalizing on the excitement and pride surrounding the team’s success. The tournament run also had a financial impact on the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA). For every game a team from the conference competed in, including Mason’s incredible journey, the CAA saw an additional $164,000 in revenue. This not only helped raise the profile of George Mason but also benefited the entire conference, further establishing the importance of March Madness as both a sporting and financial event. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Special Collections Research Center Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-04-10 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Aidan Scarborough HIST 390 Spring 2025 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Paper Type The nature or genre of the resource Text https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/6d51b848a88d0d44e9a85f34fbe6e381.jpg 44b593f15dcbfd163464770b43c6c3f8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Watch Party in Johnson Center Subject The topic of the resource JC Watch Party Description An account of the resource Students gathered in the Johnson Center on campus to watch the Patriots compete in the Final Four in Indianapolis. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived https://www.gmu.edu/news/2022-03/retro-mason-final-four-watch-party-2006 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Aidan Scarborough HIST 390 Spring 2025 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/2e3f0569dfcfa284542a2a4cd9113161.png 5f142762a8cba2431330588b0b5fa2de Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Founding of George Mason College (1957) Subject The topic of the resource George Mason University GMU First Campus University Description An account of the resource Bailey’s Crossroads: George Mason’s First Campus (1957–1964) This small red-brick building at 5836 Columbia Pike in Falls Church, Virginia, was first built in 1922 as an elementary school. In 1957, it became the first home of George Mason College. Classes started here on September 23 with only 17 students. The building had just eight rooms and was used for classrooms, a library, and offices. It stayed open as the college’s main building until 1964, when the school moved to the new campus in Fairfax. The old building was torn down in 1970. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Richard M. Sparks Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://vault217.gmu.edu/?p=2855&amp;utm">LINK</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Photograph is from the Richard M. Sparks Photograph Collection. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1964 https://masonhistory.gmu.edu/files/original/478cafb100dcc582d318984d86e9b954.png 00ab6194860f1983306895d358060ae1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource George Mason College, Fairfax campus, 1971, aerial photograph looking northwest Subject The topic of the resource George Mason University Fairfax Campus Description An account of the resource Aerial photograph of George Mason College, Fairfax campus. Photo depicts, parking circle, Fenwick Library, Lecture Hall, and North, South, East, West, and Arts and Sciences (later Thompson Hall) Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Blue Ridge Aerial Surveys Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Facilities Planning, Aerial Photographs Box 138 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available George Mason University Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource November 1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Copyright George Mason University