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As George Mason University's Bachelor of Individualized Study (BIS) program celebrates its 50th anniversary, non-traditional, adult learners continue to gear degrees toward their interests while juggling busy lives.

Dr. Al Fuertes, SIS professor and chair of the Board of the Mary Hoch Center for Reconciliation at Mason, presented and facilitated a workshop (Nov 17-20) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on the topic, "From Trauma Narratives to Trauma Healing Program Implementation: A Framework to Advance Psycho-social Healing in Post-war and Displacement Settings.“

Meet Alessaundra Shallal, an SIS senior, majoring in INTS with a concentration in Legal Studies, who is also minoring in International and Comparative Studies. She is interning with Opportunities, Alternatives, and Resources (OAR) NOVA as a Services Coordinator this semester, and has her pick of any department for her spring internship with them. She is currently deciding between Court Programs or the Re-Entry and Family Services department, consulting with department heads and interns to make an informed choice.

This recognition highlights her commitment to student success, inclusive excellence, and the transformative power of mentorship within the higher education community.