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Maximizing Productivity During Graduate School: Workshop Series We know you have limited time and are balancing school along with multiple life commitments. In these workshops, learn how to make the most of the time and energy you have while working toward your graduate degree. Co-hosted by Learning Services.

Check Out Mason Grad Insider! Introducing Mason's graduate student blog, Mason Grad Insider! Check back weekly for new posts on issues relevant to Mason's graduate students!

Graduate Student Life Newsletter Want the latest news on events and opportunities for graduate students at George Mason University? Sign up to receive the Graduate Student Life newsletter!

GRADReCon Save the date - GRADReCon: Graduate Research Connections will be on Thursday & Friday Oct. 29-30. Graduate Student Life and University Libraries have partnered with other offices to provide a day of workshops on topics essential to your success in grad school.

Virtual Grad Night In Join us for our first virtual Grad Night In of the semester on 10/22, 4-8pm!

The Art of Mindfulness Oct. 5; Oct. 27; and Nov. 30 from 7-8:30pm - Art is a natural way to practice mindfulness and a great way to meet fellow Patriots. This session will be led by a master artist!

Music on the Plaza at the Arlington Campus Dust off your favorite costume, grab your lawn chair or blanket, and dive into the Halloween spirit head first at the Arlington campus. Enjoy live music and free giveaways at Van Metre Plaza while six-feet apart! Costumes are encouraged so dress your best for the Halloween costume contest. All Mason social distancing procedures will be followed - so don't forget your face covering!

Join Graduate Student Life and Outdoor Adventures on Friday, November 6th from 10am-2pm for our first adventure of the Fall 2020 semester! For this Bike & Paddle event we will meet on campus and bike approx. 3 miles to Royal Lake Park, where we will then pack-raft. Bikes, helmets, and pack-raft boats will be provided by Outdoor Adventures.

Virtual Grad Night In Join us for our virtual Grad Night In on 12/3, 4-8pm!

Graduate Student Life Write-In Day Saturday, Nov. 7, 8:30am-5:00pm, both an in-person and virtual writing event. Looking for a way to make progress on your dissertation, thesis, or paper? Graduate Student Life’s Write-In Day will give you group accountability and a space to write with other Mason graduate students who are also serious about getting writing done.