| October 6 - 10 | Turn Off the Violence Week |
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| October 9 | Family Webinar: Career Planning Tips for Juniors- noon EDT (https://masonfamily.gmu.edu/webinars/) |
| October 13 | Columbus Day (No Classes) |
| October 14 | Monday Classes/Labs Meet- No Tuesday Classes |
| October 17 - 19 | Family Weekend! |
Are you interested in getting involved at Mason by serving as an ambassador to current and prospective families? If so, consider joining Parent and Family Council and become actively engaged in the Mason community.
The Parent and Family Council was established by Orientation and Family Programs and Services as a way to enhance the communication between the University and families, to create awareness of the need for familial input and involvement at Mason, and to foster an opportunity for families to become engaged and informed members of the University community.
The Council will meet two times a year to learn more about Mason, plan programs and events to involve parents and families in the life of the University, and contribute knowledge of the student experience to help inform practices at Mason. There will also be a variety of volunteer events throughout the year that Council members will be encouraged to attend as a way to further connect to families of Mason students.
We currently have four openings on the Council and will be accepting applications until November 1, 2014. For more information on the expectations of Council members as well as the application process, please click here. If you are attending Family Weekend we will also be hosting an information session on October 18 at 11 am for those interested.
Don’t hesitate to contact Orientation and Family Programs and Services at [email protected] or 703.993.2475 with any questions.
Kaitlin Cicchetti
Associate Director, Family Programs and Services
Orientation and Family Programs and Services
| October 1 | Immunization Record Deadline |
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| October 1-2 | Fall Job and Internship Fair (http://careers.gmu.edu/events/) |
| October 5 | Deadline to Register for Family Weekend (https://masonfamily.gmu.edu/family-weekend-2014/) |
| October 6-10 | Turn Off the Violence Week |
| October 9 | Family Webinar: Career Planning Tips for Juniors- noon EDT (https://masonfamily.gmu.edu/webinars/) |
| October 13 | Columbus Day (No Classes) |
| October 14 | Monday Classes/Labs Meet- No Tuesday Classes |
| October 17-19 | Family Weekend |
The Family Weekend registration deadline is quickly approaching on October 5. We encourage you to sign up in advance to guarantee a smooth check-in and allow you to grab a space at some of the most popular events like the Welcome Dinner on Friday and the Sunday brunch. To register online or add events to your schedule, visit masonfamily.gmu.edu.
Here are a few reasons you don’t want to miss 2014 Family Weekend:
1. Patriots Day and Mason Madness
Show off your Mason spirit and join students, family, faculty, staff, and community members as we enjoy an evening of games and giveaways followed by a celebration to kickoff the start of the 2014-2015 basketball season!
2. Alan and Sally Merten Family of the Year Award
We will present the winner of the Alan and Sally Merten Family of the Year Award at the Welcome Dinner on Friday, October 17. The Family of the Year is chosen from written or video essays submitted by students that demonstrate why their family deserves this award. This award is a recognition of the important role that family plays in our Mason community.
3. Experience Mason with your Student
Family Weekend is the perfect chance to spend quality time with your student and learn more about campus and the Mason community.
4. Student Performances
Mason has tons of talented students who will be showing off their skills during Family Weekend. By attending the Family Welcome Dinner, Mason Unplugged, Mason Uncorked, Mason Madness, and other events, you will get a first hand look at our talented students!
Please note, on-site registrations will be taken during Family Weekend but certain events may not have tickets available for purchase. Please email us at [email protected] or call us at 703.993.2475 with any questions.
We look forward to seeing you October 17-19!
Kristen Wright
Graduate Assistant
Orientation and Family Programs and Services
