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Merten arrived on campus in 1996 believing Mason could emerge as an academic and cultural hub in the Washington, D.C., region like other metropolitan area universities around the country.

George Mason gained global recognition when it hosted the prestigious World Congress of Information Technology (WCIT). The event showcased the university’s commitment to innovation and its growing role on the international stage.

U.S. News and World Report ranked George Mason as the top “Up-and-Coming University” in the nation. This recognition was fueled by its academic strength, global diversity, and innovative building projects across all campuses.

Dr. Ángel Cabrera took office as George Mason’s sixth president, following the Board of Visitors’ announcement in December 2011. His leadership would carry Mason forward after a historic period of growth and prominence.

Photograph of George Mason University professor, Edmund (Fred) Millar with fellow faculty members at a rally at George Mason University Fairfax Campus, February 5, 1978. 8" x 10" photograph; black and white.

Describes intitial challenges in student engagement as well as problems among the student body at Geroge Mason Unviersity.

Students began forming clubs and organizations on Campus, as well as forming Greek life, notable events was for example the Spring Formal.

Around this time, the Agora society was formed, a group dedicated to the the arts and various cultural preservations. They hosted their first stage play in 66, and first adaptation screening in 1967-68