SIS Newsletter
March 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 March 24th.
SIS Updates
Happy Spring Break SIS Students!
Our office will be open during spring break, please don't forget to schedule an advising appointment before coming by the office.
FRIENDLY REMINDER: We do not offer walk-in advising appointments! Please use Patriot Connect to make your in-person or virtual advising appointments.
SIS ADVISING
SIS Advisors are assigned based on the student's last name. Look at the chart below to find your advisor 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) |
Important Dates
Graduation is around the corner!
- Commencement is on Thursday, May 14th @9:30AM at the Eagle Bank Arena
- CHSS Degree Celebration is on Saturday, May 16th @2:00PM at the Eagle Bank Arena
- FYI, all our undergrad majors (INTS, EVSS, BIS and HDFS) are a part of the School of Integrative Studies - which is housed within the College of Humanities & Social Sciences (CHSS)
SUMMER GRADUATES: Graduation applications are due by June 29th! (Summer Grads walk at the Spring Degree Celebration!)
Scholarship Opportunities
Take advantage of your week off and apply for SIS scholarships!
Open to ALL SIS Majors (INTS, BIS, HDFS, & EVSS):
- First Generation Scholarship
- Lucas Leadership Scholarship
- SIS Founders Endowed Scholarship
Open ONLY to SIS FRESHMEN (INTS, EVSS, & HDFS):
- Jon Sultan Writing Award
Open ONLY to INTS Majors:
- Drs. Surya & Cecil Howard Book Fund
Open ONLY to BIS Majors:
- BIS Endowed Scholarship
- Jack Fahey Giving Back Endowed Scholarship
- Linda D. Hemm Endowed Scholarship (Juniors & Seniors)
- Dr. Kenneth Thompson Scholarship
Calling all SIS Athletes!
Want a chance to be featured in the SIS newsletter, on our website and social media?
We want to learn more about YOU! By having you answer a few questions about your team position, how your season is going, sports-academic-life balance, and anything you're willing to share about your academic journey. If you are interested, fill out the Google Form here!
Check out our past SIS Athlete spotlights here: Nick Barenz | Drew Canody | Elijah Lazor | and Gabriel Silveira.
Upcoming Events
Life Sciences Concentration? CHECK THIS OUT!
SCIENCE CAREERS WEEK
Science Careers Week is your chance to learn about a variety of jobs and experiences in a dynamic career field. During the week of Mar 23-27, students are invited to participate in panel discussions investigating multiple disciplines, including forensics, sustainability, research, and more. Don’t miss your chance to get insights and make connections you won't find anywhere else. All the details are in Handshake: https://tinyurl.com/scienceweekGM
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
Linkup Mentoring: Navigating Career Challenges - A Holistic Approach
Monday, March 16, 2026 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM EDT
Johnson Center, Bistro
Fellowship Fest: Carnival of Opportunities
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT
Pop 'N Talk with CHSS Peer Mentors
Thursday, March 19, 2026 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM EDT
Horizon Hall, Atrium (bottom floor)
Fulbright U.S. Student Program Info Session
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM EDT
Pop 'N Talk with CHSS Peer Mentors
Thursday, March 26, 2026 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM EDT
Horizon Hall, Atrium (bottom floor)