SIS Newsletter

July 15, 2025

SIS Newsletter July 15, 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 in August 2025. 

SIS Updates

Navigate has been retired at George Mason as of May 22nd. After this date, Patriot Connect (connect.gmu.edu) will be your primary means to schedule appointments and access the support services needed for your success!

For more information on how to make appointments on Patriot Connect, check out GMU's Patriot Connect YouTube channel.

Important Dates

We hope all of you are doing well on your summer break and in your summer classes. 

For more important dates and deadlines, view the Registrar's Summer 2025 Academic Calendar


The FALL semester is around the corner!

If you need help registering for Fall classes, please make an appointment with you advisors here

SIS Student Updates

Spring 2025 SIS Scholarship Winners

This year, the School of Integrative Studies awarded $13,000 worth of scholarship funds to our students! Read more to learn about our Spring 2025 SIS Scholarship winners.

Read More
SIS Intern Spotlight - Andrew Graf

SIS Intern Spotlight - Andrew Graf

Meet Andrew Graf, an SIS senior majoring in Environmental and Sustainability Studies with a concentration in Environmental Policy. Read more on his internship with with the Department of State and how it's preparing him for the future. 

Read More
EVSS Students Lead Team Effort to Protect the Chesapeake Bay

EVSS Students Lead Team Effort to Protect the Chesapeake Bay

Team Mason in Action! EVSS Alum Noah Beck and Senior Erin Dougherty Lead Team Effort to Protect the Chesapeake Bay.

Read More
SIS Faculty Updates

Dr. Elizabeth Freeman named SMSC Interim Exec. Director

We are pleased to announce that SIS Associate Professor Dr. Elizabeth Freeman has been appointed interim executive director of the Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation (SMSC).

Read More
Events

Welcome2Mason New SIS Students Fall 2025

Clock Icon for Wednesday, September 10, 2025 11:00 AM to  1:00 PM EDTWednesday, September 10, 2025 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM EDT

Map Icon for Enterprise Hall, #400Enterprise Hall, #400

Meet SIS Faculty and students. Giveaways and Free Duck Donuts!

Details

SIS Graduate Programs Information Session

Clock Icon for Monday, July 28, 2025  7:30 PM to  8:30 PM EDTMonday, July 28, 2025 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM EDT

Map Icon for Online LocationOnline Location

The School of Integrative Studies Graduate Programs includes the Masters of Interdisciplinary Studies and Higher Education Program Masters and Certificates. Join us to learn more about George Mason University and how to start your educational journey in the School of Integrative Studies!

Details
Fall Classes to Check out