SIS Newsletter
October 7, 2025

Welcome back to the School of Integrative Studies bi-weekly newsletter. For the most up-to-date information, visit sis.gmu.edu
INTS | BIS | HDFS | EVSS | Advising
Our next issue of the SIS Newsletter will be published on October 21st.
SIS Updates
SPRING 2026 SEMESTER IMPORTANT DATES
- Schedule of Classes Available - week of October 6th
Check out your classes on Patriot Web before your time ticket opens up! Make your advising appointments now!
PRIORITY DATES/TIME TICKETS
- Thursday, October 30th - SENIORS
- Monday, November 3rd - JUNIORS
- Wednesday, November 5th - SOPHOMORES
- Friday, November 7th - FRESHMEN
SIS Advising Updates
SIS Intern Spotlight
INTS 490 - INTERNSHIP
Have you heard about the INTS 490: Internship course?
If you are planning to start an internship or take on new job duties at your current job in the Spring 2026 semester, you can apply to earn INTS 490 credit toward your degree requirements. There is more information on the Internship page on our website. If you have any questions about the application process, please email Barbara O'Connell (boconne@gmu.edu).
The application submission period for Spring 2026 opens on October 12, 2025 and closes on January 20, 2026.
Upcoming Events
Patriots for Non-Profits Interest meeting
Thursday, October 9, 2025 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM EDT
Thompson Hall, 1010
Real Talk: Work Life Balance - Expectations vs. Reality
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM EDT
Virtual Open House: Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies
Fee Waiver Offered for Spring 2026 Applicants!
Thursday, October 16, 2025 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM EDT
Online Location
FALL 2025 INTERNSHIP WEEK
Don't miss this week of events to help you find, apply for, and succeed in your internship!
October 20, 2025, 12:00 PM to October 24, 2025, 1:00 PM EDT
Communication Bachelor's to Accelerated Masters Interest Meeting
Monday, October 20, 2025 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM EDT
Online Location
Real Talk: Reframing Age in the Job Search
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM EST
SIS Faculty Update
Study Abroad Opportunities
SUMMER BREAK STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES:
Hosted by Dr. Aoi Yamanaka and Dr. Nick Lennon
- Application Deadline: March 1st, 2026
- Tentative Travel Dates: May 23, 2026 - June 3, 2026
Interested in this Study Abroad Opportunity - but need help financing it? There are need-based scholarships specifically for this program for Mason students, ranging from $1,000-4,000 per student. The Increasing Access: Japan Scholarships applications are due by Monday, December 1st, 2025. Please email Dr. Nick Lennon for the scholarship application.
Hosted by Dr. Al Fuertes, email him if you have any questions!
- Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
- Tentative Travel Dates: May 17, 2026 - June 15, 2026
SIS Professor, Dr, Al Fuertes, is holding a VIRTUAL INFO SESSION on the Philippines Summer 2026 Study Abroad Program in "Human Trafficking, Peacebuilding, and Community Engagement (6 credits) on MONDAY, OCTOBER 13TH from 12-1PM (via ZOOM). This is your opportunity to ask questions or seek clarification. The Information session is open to everyone! You can invite your parents/guardians and friends to participate in the meeting.
- ZOOM LINK:
https://gmu.zoom.us/j/98042545720?pwd=qSdw7WcZADeGBMtrJprJJHaw0AhLag.1 - Meeting ID: 980 4254 5720
- Passcode: 373715
For more information on other Study Abroad Opportunities, check out the Study Abroad Programs page