» Parent and Family Council Membership

About the Council
The Mason Parent and Family Council was established in 2013 by New Student and Family Programs (NSFP) to provide opportunities for parents and families to become actively engaged, informed members of the George Mason community by serving as ambassadors for the university and prospective and current families. The Council serves to enhance communication between the University and families of undergraduate students, heighten awareness of the need for familial input and involvement at Mason, and create an environment for families to become actively engaged in the University community.

The Mason Parent and Family Council meets two times a year to discuss issues, 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. The Council consists of 20 parents and family members of current undergraduate students that represent a diverse spectrum of degree programs and years. Membership is comprised of a Chair who serves in a leadership capacity to the Council. The Mason Parent and Family Council is appointed by the Associate Director of Family Programs. All members must serve a minimum of one year.

Members of the Parent and Family Council support George Mason by making an annual gift to the Parents Fund which directly impacts the lives of undergraduate students and enhances their academic and co-curricular experience at the University.

Expectations

Attend fall and spring Council meetings which will be held either on campus or via web technology
Participate in a minimum of two volunteer opportunities throughout the year
Advise NSFP of important issues facing families at Mason
Provide input and ideas at meeting on a regular basis
Contribute knowledge of your student’s experience to help inform practices
Represent the interest of all Mason families
Support the University by making an annual gift to George Mason University at a level commensurate with one’s ability to give
Serves as an ambassador for families of current and prospective Mason students, and work to engage other families in supporting University efforts
Represent the Council and Mason through University-sponsored events

Benefits of joining the Mason Parent and Family Council
While Council members provide leadership and guidance in our efforts to engage parents and families, they also receive many benefits. The Council meets twice a year with university leadership to hear first-hand, timely news and information about George Mason. Council members may also attend Family Weekend and Sibs & Kids Weekend annually free of charge. Most importantly, members of the Mason Parent and Family Council will play a vital role in enhancing educational opportunities to the undergraduate student population at George Mason.

Structure of the Council
A chair(s) will be selected to serve in a leadership role within the Council for a maximum term length of two years. The chair will work in conjunction with the Associate Director of Family Programs to organize meeting agendas, identify topics of interest for the Council, as well as maintain regular communication with Council members throughout the year.

Upcoming Meeting and Event Dates
Family Weekend 2019 – November 8-10
Fall 2019 Council Meeting – November 8
Sibs & Kids Weekend 2020 – April 18-19
Spring 2020 Council Meeting – April 17
Family Weekend 2020 – November 13-15
Fall 2020 Council Meeting – November 13

Applications

2019 Parent and Family Council Membership Application
Please enter the information requested in the following sections. There will be an interest meeting during Family Weekend (Nov. 8-10) for those who want to learn more. Applications are due Wednesday, Nov. 20. Interviews will be held in December, and candidates will be notified in late December/early January.

Parent/Family Member Name (first and last)*
Parent/Family Member Name (please only fill this in if your spouse/partner/additional family member is also applying to be part of the Council)
Relation to Mason student(s)*
Mailing Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Home Phone*
Mobile Phone*
Which phone number do you prefer?*
Family member email address*
Enter Email Confirm Email

Family member email address (please only fill this in if you have two family members applying to be on the Council)
Enter Email Confirm Email

Mason Student Information
Mason Student Name*
Prefix First Last Suffix
Year (as of Fall 2019)*
Major / Field of study*
Anticipated Graduation Date*
Second Mason Student Information (if applicable)
Mason Student Name
Prefix First Last Suffix
Year (as of Fall 2019)
Major / Field of Study
Anticipated Graduation Date
Supplemental Information
Why do you want to serve on the Mason Parent and Family Council?*
Please describe any specific skills and/or experiences you possess (i.e. fundraising/development, event planning, writing, interpersonal communication, etc.) that may be beneficial to the Council.*
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For questions regarding the Mason Parent and Family Council, contact Samantha Greenberg, Associate Director of Family Programs, at (703) 993-4518 or sgreenb6@gmu.edu.