SIS Newsletter
February 10, 2026
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 February 24th.
SIS Updates
IMPORTANT DATES
- Last Day to DROP Classes (50% Tuition Refund): Today, February 10th
For the Spring 2026 Academic Calendar and the full list of important dates, visit the Registrar's page here.
If you're planning on Graduating in Spring 2026 - the deadline to submit your graduation application is February 22nd. The Summer graduation application has also opened up! Log onto PatriotWeb and apply today.
Spring & Summer 2026 Graduation Applications Due
January 29, 2026, 10:00 AM to February 22, 2026, 11:00 PM EST
Online Location
FRIENDLY REMINDER: We do not offer walk-in advising appointments! Please use Patriot Connect to make your in-person or virtual advising appointments.
SIS Advisors are assigned based on the student's last name. Look at the chart below to find your advisors by MAJOR and LAST NAME.
| MAJOR | ADVISOR (BY LAST NAME) |
| Integrative Studies (INTS) | Martin Abruzzo (A-K) Sara Montiel, Ph.D. (L-Z) |
| Environmental & Sustainability Studies (EVSS) | Martin Abruzzo (A-L) Kelly Dunne (M-Y) |
| Human Development & Family Science (HDFS) | Kelly Dunne (All HDFS students) |
| Bachelor of Individualized Study (BIS) | Jessica Shindler (A-G) Mary Slone-O'Neill (H-R) Sharron Caldwell (S-Z) |
Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarship Season is here! The School of Integrative Studies Scholarships and Awards applications opened on February 1st.
- 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.
GEO Study Abroad Fair
The GEO Spring Study Abroad Fair is TODAY, February 10th from 11:30AM-3:30PM at the Johnson Center (JC) in Dewberry Hall.
- Students must first complete the GEO - External Study Abroad application process prior to going abroad. This ensures the student is eligible for studying abroad and the host program is eligible for transfer credits.
- GEO External Study Abroad application deadlines:
- March 1st (Summer/Fall)
- September 1st (Spring)
Legal Studies
Mason2Mason & Mason² Info Sessions
Interested in attending Scalia Law? There are two information sessions below, that cover what you need to do to apply to Scalia Law outside of regular admissions.
- Thursday, February 19th
These information sessions, Jared Bivens, Associate Director of JD Admissions, will be going over the application requirements, application process and general information regarding Scalia Law. If you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out via email to set up a 1:1 call.
SIS also has a Legal Studies Concentration!
If you're an INTS, B.A. major interested in continuing onto law school, the Legal Studies concentration would be a great place to start! Talk to your advisor about declaring your concentration, set an advising appointment here.
Spring 2026 Career Fair
The Spring Career Fair is your chance to connect with representatives from over 200 companies and organizations hiring George Mason students and alumni. Explore internships, part-time jobs, and full-time positions. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to show off your business attire, resume, and networking skills! February 17-19th at Dewberry Hall in the J.C. from 11AM-4PM.
- Tuesday, February 17th - STEM
- Wednesday, February 18th - All Interests
- Thursday, February 19th - Business, Government & Non-Profit
For more information on the Career Fair or to check out which employers are coming, check out this link on Handshake.
Upcoming Events
Writing Center Workshop: Personal Statements for Grad School Applications
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 4:30 PM to 5:45 PM EST
Online Location
The New Politics of Online Feminism
Thursday, February 26, 2026 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM EST
Online Location, Online
Spring 2026 Urban Research Hub Speaker Series
Black Communities of Fairfax: A History
Monday, March 16, 2026 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM EDT
Horizon Hall, #1007