Schar School of Policy and Government

A roundup of recent media appearances by Schar School faculty, students, and staff for Schar School in the News: October 27th - 31st, 2025.

Two Global Commerce and Policy professors go on a search to find out who forgotten economist P.J. Thomas was. Does the name “Zelig” ring a bell?

Students from all majors who are interested in learning about data collection and analysis are invited to take part in DataStorm’s Datathon 2025 on November 8. The goal is no less than using data to effect social change. See how you can help.

Schar School sophomore Max Castner is president of the university’s newest student organization, the Podcast Club at George Mason University. See how the club can launch your podcast.

Are new ways of fighting wars the best ways? What if technological breakthroughs made militaries worse? That’s the line of study of one of the Schar School’s newest assistant professors, Kendrick Kuo.

We're taking a closer look at the often-overlooked pillar of American defense and public service, the US military reserves. These are men and women who balance civilian careers, education, and family life while remaining ready to serve when called.

Taiwan’s national security is at a precarious inflection point. A Schar School online platform looks to raise awareness of the threats to the island nation. See what the Taiwan Security Monitor is and meet the students behind it.

A roundup of recent media appearances by Schar School faculty, students, and staff for Schar School in the News: October 20th - 24th, 2025.

Breaking news: A new Washington Post-Schar School poll shows how an October texting scandal has changed voters’ minds ahead of the November 4 election for state offices.

Schar School senior June Johnson is a leader on the women’s rowing team, an advocate for athletes’ mental health, and in her spare time rejuvenated the Patriot Pre-Law Program. Read how she does it all.