Spring 2025 University Scholars Reception Schedule
Check-in
1:15 to 2 p.m.
Event Check-in
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Opening
2 to 2:20 p.m.
University Scholars Program Welcome
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Dr. Anthony Hoefer, Associate Dean, Honors College
2:20 to 3 p.m.
Meet the University Scholars
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Student Sessions
3 to 3:30 p.m.
Candidate Ice-Breaker
Horizon Hall 2014
3:45 to 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 to 5:45 p.m.
Student Small Groups: Walkabout
Return to major breakout room for departure
Family Sessions
3 to 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 to 4 p.m.
Break
4 to 4:45 p.m.
Scholar Family Panel
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Panelists:
Ms. Chris Szabo – Sybil, Class of 2028
Ms. Rachelle Monique Romero Farmer – Josh, Class of 2027
Ms. Valeria Berenshteyn – Dina, Class of 2027
4:45 to 5 p.m.
Break
5 to 5:45 p.m.
Current Scholar Panel for Parents
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Panelists:
Autumn Macklin, Class of 2027
Avery Shippen, Class of 2026
Justin Hagen, Class of 2027
Reception
5:50 to 7 p.m.
Reception with University Scholars and Program 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 to 9 p.m.
**Optional Game Night with Current Scholars
HUB Corner Pocket
For University Scholars Candidates Only
For University Scholars Candidates Only
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Honors College "A Celebration of Excellence" 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
University Scholar Candidates only
University Scholar Candidates only
Schedule of Events
February 22, 2025
Check-in
1:15 to 2 p.m.
Event Check-in
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Opening
2 to 2:20 p.m.
University Scholars Program Welcome
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Dr. Anthony Hoefer, Associate Dean, Honors College
2:20 to 3 p.m.
Meet the University Scholars
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Student Sessions
3 to 3:30 p.m.
Candidate Ice-Breaker
Horizon Hall 2014
3:30 to 3:45 p.m.
Break
3:45 to 4:55 p.m.
What Can Happen at 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 to 5:45 p.m.
Student Small Groups: Walkabout
Return to major breakout room for departure
Parent Sessions
3 to 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 to 4 p.m.
Break
4 to 4:45 p.m.
Scholar Family Panel
JC Cinema - Johnson Center
Panelists:
Ms. Chris Szabo – Sybil, Class of 2028
Mr. Rachelle Monique Romero Farmer – Josh, Class of 2027
Ms. Valeria Berenshteyn – Dina, Class of 2027
4:45 to 5 p.m.
Break
5 to 5:45 p.m.
Current Scholar Panel
JC Cinema – Johnson Center
Panelists:
Autumn Macklin – Class of 2027
Avery Shippen – Class of 2026
Justin Hagen – Class of 2027
Reception
5:50 to 7 p.m.
Reception with University Scholars and Program 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 to 9 p.m.
Game Night with Current University Scholars
HUB Corner Pocket
For University Scholars Candidates Only
For University Scholars Candidates Only
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Honors College "A Celebration of Excellence" 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