Spring 2024 University Scholars Reception Schedule
Welcome to the
University Scholars Selection Weekend
University
Scholars Program
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Opening
2 - 2:20 p.m.
University Scholars Program Welcome
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Eva Bramesco, Director of the University Scholars Program
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 - 4:05 p.m. | 4:10 - 4:30 p.m.
- Major: Math, Computational and Data Sciences, Computer Sciences, and Engineering – Horizon Hall 2014
- 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 2016
- Major: Global Focus – Horizon Hall 2016
- Major: Performing Arts, Humanities and Exploratory – Horizon Hall 2016
Rotations 2 & 3: 4:10 - 4:30 p.m. | 4:35 - 4:55 p.m.
- Research Opportunities at an R1 University, Office of Student Creative Activities and Research (OSCAR), Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (USRP)– Horizon Hall 2010
- Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation (SMSC) – Horizon Hall 2010
- Student Leadership (Including Student Government, Housing, and Campus Jobs) – Horizon Hall 2009
- Campus Opportunities (Including Greek Life, Clubs, Sports, and Study Abroad) – Horizon Hall 2009
- Scholarships, Fellowships, and Internships – Horizon Hall 2010
5 - 5:45 p.m.
Student Small Groups: Walkabout
Return to major breakout room for departure
Parent Sessions
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. Anthony Hoefer – Associate Dean, Honors College
3:45 - 4 p.m.
Break
4 - 4:45 p.m.
Current Parent Panel
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Panelists:
Ms. Maryse Mills-Apenteng – Celine, Class of 2024
Mr. Stevie Stephens – Holly, Class of 2024
Ms. Valeria Berenshteyn – Dina, Class of 2027
4:45 - 5 p.m.
Break
5 - 5:45 p.m.
Current Scholar Panel for Parents
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Panelists:
Zach Suh, Class of 2027
Avery Shippen, Class of 2026
Advay Janardhan, Class of 2024
Reception
5:50 - 7 p.m.
Reception with University Scholars and Program Alumni
Horizon Hall Atrium
Hors d'oeuvres will be served
Hors d'oeuvres will be served
Formal program ends at 7 p.m.
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Celebration of Excellence Honors College Open House
9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Eagle Bank Arena
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 Scholar Candidates only
University Scholar Candidates only
Welcome to the
University Scholars Welcome & Reception
Schedule of Events
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Opening
2 - 2:20 p.m.
University Scholars Program Welcome
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Eva Bramesco, Director of the University Scholars Program
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 Mason?
Three 20-minute rotations
- Major: Math, Computational and Data Sciences, Computer Sciences, and Engineering – Horizon Hall 2014
- 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 2016
- Major: Global Focus – Horizon Hall 2016
- Major: Performing Arts, Humanities and Exploratory – Horizon Hall 2016
- Research Opportunities at an R1 University, OSCAR, Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (USRP)– Horizon Hall 2010
- Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation – Horizon Hall 2010
- Student Leadership: Student Government, Housing, and Campus Jobs – Horizon Hall 2009
- Campus Opportunities: Greek Life, Clubs, Sports, and Study Abroad– Horizon Hall 2009
- Scholarships, Fellowships, and Internships – Horizon Hall 2010
Rotations will take place from 3:45 - 4:05 p.m., 4:10 - 4:30 p.m., and 4:35 - 4:55 p.m.
5 - 5:45 p.m.
Student Small Groups: Walkabout
Return to major breakout room for departure
Parent Sessions
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. Andy Hoefer, Associate Dean, Honors College
3:45 - 4 p.m.
Break
4 - 4:45 p.m.
Scholar Parent Panel
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Panelists:
Ms. Maryse Mills-Apenteng – Celine, Class of 2024
Mr. Stevie Stephens – Holly, Class of 2024
Ms. Valeria Berenshteyn – Dina, Class of 2027
4:45 - 5 p.m.
Break
5 - 5:45 p.m.
Current Scholar Panel
JC Cinema – Johnson Center
Panelists:
Advay Janardhan – Class of 2024
Avery Shippen – Class of 2026
Zach Suh – Class of 2027
Reception
5:50 - 7 p.m.
Reception with University Scholars and Program Alumni
Horizon Hall Atrium
Hors d'oeuvres will be served
Hors d'oeuvres will be served
Formal program ends
at 7 p.m.
at 7 p.m.
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Celebration of Excellence Honors College Open House
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