SIS Newsletter
January 28, 2025
WELCOME TO THE SIS NEWSLETTER!
Dear School of Integrative Studies (SIS) Students,
Welcome to the inaugural edition of our SIS undergraduate newsletter! The following majors will receive this newsletter every two weeks:
- Bachelor of Individualized Study (BIS)
- Environmental & Sustainability Studies (EVSS)
- Human Development & Family Science (HDFS)
- Integrative Studies (INTS)
I’m thrilled to introduce this new platform for sharing the stories, achievements, and opportunities within our vibrant SIS community. This newsletter is for you—a space to stay informed, inspired, and connected.
We look forward to celebrating your successes, sharing upcoming events, and providing insights that enhance your journey with us. This is your community and your voice matters—so feel free to share your stories and ideas with us as we grow together. Let’s make this new chapter an exciting one!
Warm regards,
Misty Krell
Interim Director of Undergraduate Programs, School of Integrative Studies
sisinfo@gmu.edu
Important Dates
Last Day to Add Classes: Tues. January 28th
Last Day to Drop (with 100% Tuition Refund): Tues. February 4th
Last Day to Drop (with 50% Tuition Refund): Tues. February 11th
For the Spring 2025 Academic Calendar and the full list of important dates, click here.
Spring and Summer Graduation Applications Due
January 21, 2025, 12:13 PM to February 22, 2025, 12:13 PM EST
Online Location
Events
Get Connected Fair
January 27, 2025, 11:00 AM to January 28, 2025, 2:00 PM EST
Johnson Center, Dewberry Hall
BIS Information Session
Join us for an Information Session about the Bachelor of Individualized Study (BIS) program, Mason's exclusive Adult Degree Completion program.
Monday, February 10, 2025 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM EST
Online Location
African and African American Studies Info Session
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM EST
Johnson Center, 240A
For the full list of events, check out our website: https://integrative.gmu.edu/events
Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarship Season is here! The School of Integrative Studies Scholarships and Awards applications open up on February 1st.
Check out the list below, eligibility requirements vary by scholarship.
- First Generation Scholarship
- School of Integrative Studies Founders Endowed Scholarship
- Lucas Leadership Scholarship
- Drs. Surya and Cecil Howard Book Fund
- Jon Sultan Writing Award
- Bachelor of Individualized Study Endowed Scholarship
- Jack Fahey Giving Back Endowed Scholarship
- Linda D. Hemm Scholarship
- Dr. Kenneth Thompson Scholarship
For more information on these scholarships and to apply, visit our Scholarships & Awards page.
Faculty Updates
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