Spring 2026 University Scholars Reception Schedule
Check-in
1:15 - 2 p.m.
Event Check-in
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Opening
2 - 2:20 p.m.
University Scholars Program Welcome
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Dr. Anthony Hoefer – Associate Dean, Honors College
2:20 - 3 p.m.
Meet the University Scholars
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Student Sessions
3 - 3:30 p.m.
Candidate Ice-Breaker
Horizon Hall 2014
3:45 - 4:55 p.m.
Student Rotations: What Can Happen At George Mason?
Three 20-minute rotations
Rotations 1 & 2: 3:45 to 4:05 p.m. | 4:10 to 4:30 p.m.
- Major: Math, Computational and Data Sciences, Computer Sciences, and Engineering – Horizon Hall 2009
- Major: Health Sciences (including Community Health and Pre-Med) – Horizon Hall 2017
- Major: Other Sciences – Horizon Hall 2017
- Major: Social Sciences & Policy Fields – Horizon Hall 2014
- Major: Global Focus – Horizon Hall 2014
- Major: Performing Arts, Humanities and Exploratory – Horizon Hall 2014
Rotations 2 & 3: 4:10 to 4:30 p.m. | 4:35 to 4:55 p.m.
- Research Opportunities at an R1 University, Office of Student Creative Activities and Research (OSCAR), Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (USRP) and Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation (SMSC)– Horizon Hall 2010
- Student Leadership (Including Student Government, Housing, and Campus Jobs) – Horizon Hall 2008
- Campus Opportunities (Including Greek Life, Clubs, Sports, and Study Abroad) – Horizon Hall 2008
- Scholarships, Fellowships, and Internships – Horizon Hall 2010
5 - 5:45 p.m.
Student Small Groups: Walkabout
Return to major breakout room for departure
*Prayer space is available in Horizon Rooms 1007, 2016 and Johnson Center 3rd floor*
Family Sessions
3 - 3:45 p.m.
Scholar Family Panel
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Panelists:
Ms. Valeria Berenshteyn – Dina, Class of 2027
Dr. Jennifer Suh – Zach, Class of 2027
Ms. Chris Szabo- Sybil, Class of 2028
3:45 - 4 p.m.
Break
3 - 3:45 p.m.
Meet the Deans
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Panelists:
Panelists:
Dr. Zofia Burr – Dean, Honors College
Dr. Jan Allbeck – Associate Dean, Honors College
Dr. John Woolsey – Assistant Dean, Honors College
4:45 - 5 p.m.
Break
5 - 5:45 p.m.
Current Scholars Panel for Parents
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Panelists:
Xia Parkes, Class of 2026
Justin Hagen, Class of 2027
Lily Jacobs, Class of 2028
*Prayer space is available in Horizon Rooms 1007, 2016 and Johnson Center 3rd floor*
Reception
5:50 - 7 p.m.
Reception with University Scholars Alumni
Horizon Hall Lower Atrium
Heavy Hors d'oeuvres will be served
Heavy Hors d'oeuvres will be served
Formal program ends at 7 p.m.
7 - 9 p.m.
**Optional Game Night with Current Scholars
HUB Corner Pocket
For University Scholars Candidates Only
For University Scholars Candidates Only
Sunday, February 22, 2026
Honors College "A Celebration of Excellence"
9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Center for the Arts
Event for all admitted Honors College students and their families
Event for all admitted Honors College students and their families
University Scholars Selection Collaborative Challenge
2 - 5 p.m. | Horizon Hall Lower Atrium
University Scholars Candidates only
University Scholars Candidates only
Schedule of Events
February 21, 2026
Check-in
1:15 - 2 p.m.
Event Check-in
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Opening
2 - 2:20 p.m.
University Scholars Program Welcome
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Dr. Anthony Hoefer, Associate Dean, Honors College
2:20 - 3 p.m.
Meet the University Scholars
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Student Sessions
3 - 3:30 p.m.
Candidate Ice-Breaker
Horizon Hall 2014
3:30 - 3:45 p.m.
Break
3:45 - 4:55 p.m.
What Can Happen at George Mason?
Three 20-minute rotations
Rotations will take place from 3:45 to 4:05 p.m., 4:10 to 4:30 p.m., and 4:35 to 4:55 p.m.
- Major: Math, Computational and Data Sciences, Computer Sciences, and Engineering – Horizon Hall 2009
- Major: Health Sciences (Including Community Health and Pre-Med) – Horizon Hall 2017
- Major: Other Sciences – Horizon Hall 2017
- Major: Social Sciences & Policy Fields – Horizon Hall 2014
- Major: Global Focus – Horizon Hall 2014
- Major: Performing Arts, Humanities and Exploratory – Horizon Hall 2014
- Research Opportunities at an R1 University, OSCAR, Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (USRP) and Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation (SMSC)– Horizon Hall 2010
- Student Leadership: Student Government, Housing, and Campus Jobs – Horizon Hall 2008
- Campus Opportunities: Greek Life, Clubs, Sports, and Study Abroad– Horizon Hall 2008
- Scholarships, Fellowships, and Internships – Horizon Hall 2010
5 - 5:45 p.m.
Student Small Groups: Walkabout
Return to major breakout room for departure
*Prayer space is available in Horizon Rooms 1007, 2016 and Johnson Center 3rd floor*
Family Sessions
3 - 3:45 p.m.
Scholars Family Panel
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Panelists:
Ms. Valeria Berenshteyn – Dina, Class of 2027
Dr. Jennifer Suh, Zach Class of 2027
Ms. Chris Szabo – Sybil, Classof 2028
3:45 - 4 p.m.
Break
3 - 3:45 p.m.
Meet the Deans
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Panelists:
Dr. Zofia Burr, Dean, Honors College
Dr. Jan Allbeck, Associate Dean, Honors College
Dr. John Woolsey Assistant Dean, Honors College
4:45 - 5 p.m.
Break
5 - 5:45 p.m.
Current Scholars Panel
JC Cinema, Johnson Center
Panelists:
Xia Parkes, Class of 2026
Justin Hagen, Class of 2027
Lily Jacobs, Class of 2028
*Prayer space is available in Horizon Rooms 1007, 2016 and Johnson Center 3rd floor*
Reception
5:50 - 7 p.m.
Reception with University Scholars Alumni
Horizon Hall Lower Atrium
Heavy Hors d'oeuvres will be served
Heavy Hors d'oeuvres will be served
Formal program ends
at 7 p.m.
at 7 p.m.
7 - 9 p.m.
**Optional Game Night with Current University Scholars
HUB Corner Pocket
For University Scholars Candidates Only
For University Scholars Candidates Only
Sunday, February 22, 2026
Honors College "A Celebration of Excellence"
9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Center for the Arts
Event for all admitted Honors College students and their families
Event for all admitted Honors College students and their families
University Scholars Selection Collaborative Challenge
2 - 5 p.m. | Horizon Hall Lower Atrium
For University Scholar Candidates only
For University Scholar Candidates only