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Our mission is to enhance recognition towards accessibility issues for people with impairments and make real life impacts on the society. In the first place, we aim to do so on Mason Korea and Incheon Global Campus.

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The membership has the rights to involve in all kinds of different activities regarding accessibility issues and societal community services, such as visits to museums and other spots for studying, contacting companies for a job shadowing or special lectures, and further research on the interested topics.

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Our mission is to support students by providing resources, peer mentorship, and real-world applications that connect with data analytics and emerging technologies. We aim to achieve this through:
1. Hosting workshops, speaker events, case competitions, and other structure learning opportunities.
2. Providing hands-on experience with industry-relevant tools, such as computer software and languages.
3. Supporting student development through resume building, peer tutoring, LinkedIn coaching, and other career-focused initiatives.
4. Assisting the business community through database design and project-based learning.

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1. Access to workshops, speaker events, and case competitions
2. Hands-on experience with tools like Excel, SQL, Python, Tableau
3. Career support: resume building, LinkedIn help, peer tutoring (e.g., ACCT 361)
4. Networking with faculty, professionals, and peers
5. Leadership and voting opportunities (for active members)

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The ADVANCE Student Advisory Board provides an opportunity for student
engagement and deliberation. Quarterly meetings throughout the academic year
encourage discussion amongst current ADVANCE students. The Board's
recommendations help to influence student life goals, services, and overall
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We are a volunteer based organization dedicated to help Afghan refugee students acculturate into the U.S. We help our partnered NGOs Northern Virginia Resettling Afghan Families Together (NOVA Raft) and the Fresh Start Refugee Assistance Center (Fresh Start) with a weekly youth (middle and high schoolers) literacy tutoring program every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

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To sponsor events and gatherings in support of social, cultural, economic, and educational endeavors aimed at fostering opportunities for Afghan-Americans in Virginia, the United States, and abroad.

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Promote excellence among first-year students at Mason and provide a place for students to come for support academically and socially. In addition, ALD at Mason members can volunteer for the betterment of their school and the local community.

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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities.

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Alpha Phi Omega is a national service fraternity based on the principles of Leadership, Friendship, and Service. We provide members the chance to develop leadership skills through service projects on campus, in the community and across the nation.

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The purpose of this organization is to promote lung cancer screening for people who are at high risk of developing lung cancer. Members will be given the opportunity to educate local community members and guide high risk individuals toward available lung cancer screening treatments.

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Members will have the opportunity to participate in events designed to spread awareness for lung cancer, including 5K walks dedicated to lung cancer awareness, innovation challenges, mentoring high school lung cancer awareness chapters, advocating for members of Congress to support lung cancer bills, and potential lung cancer research.

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The American Medical Women's Association membership is comprised of physicians, residents, medical students, pre-medical students, health care professionals, and supporters. The American Medical Women's Association is the oldest multi-specialty organization dedicated to advancing women in medicine and improving women's health.

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Discounts on MedSchoolCoach.com, EduMed.org, MCAT-Prep.com, The Princeton Review, SecondChanceMCATPrep, and Tutor The People as well as eligibility for numerous scholarships and awards. Please visit https://www.amwa-doc.org/pre-medical-students/ for more information.

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Art for All is an organization that emphasizes inclusivity and creativity, regardless of background, race, or sexuality. Our mission is to foster a safe and comfortable environment while encouraging members to collaborate on art projects that educate, empower, and spread awareness to endorse a positive community. By creating art through different types of mediums and materials, our organization hopes to build connections within the Mason community, provide a relaxing space to those during stressful times, support self-expression and a sense of belonging--aspects that all contribute to the personal growth of these individuals. As a community, we’ve recognized the difficulties some may have to build relationships with others, whether it ranges from a busy schedule to troubles with discovering those of similar interests. We strive to ensure that all members feel welcome and help them create friendships with a common ground.

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The mission of the ASHRAE Student Branch at George Mason University is to serve humanity by advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC&R) while preparing students to become future leaders in creating healthy and sustainable built environments. We aim to empower students to expand their technical knowledge, engage in innovative research, and bridge the gap between academia and industry by fostering collaboration with professionals and organizations.

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Members of the ASHRAE Student Branch at George Mason University gain access to a wide range of professional and academic advantages. Benefits include career assistance (help finding internships and jobs), exclusive access to ASHRAE publications and technical resources, eligibility for scholarships and grants, and opportunities to participate in design competitions and funded projects. Members also develop leadership and project management skills through hands-on involvement.

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The mission of Best Buddies is to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). We do this by matching student volunteers in mutually enriching friendships with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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The mission of the Bhakti Yoga and Vegetarian Club is to provide a friendly environment for any interested students, faculty, and staff to enjoy delicious varieties of mouthwatering vegetarian food, fun yoga, and meditation.

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To provide a supportive network for Black women that promote professional development and growth, and to foster a community of female leaders.

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Blossom Together is established for the expressed purpose of providing water, hunger, and medical relief to developing countries, specifically in Africa.

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To represent the Carter School student experience including: transparency in student life, knowledge of the Conflict Analysis degree and GMU, and encouraging community building amongst current students.

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The mission of this organization shall be to promote and provide for the wellbeing of the cats around the George Mason University campus and local animal shelters.

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Only active members may vote on matters (official or not), including amendments, elections, and other motions brought forth in meetings.

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Our goal for the chemistry club is to focus on removing the stigma that is associated with chemistry and thus show the beauty that comes with the complexity of chemistry. This will be done bringing together STEM majors, as well as non-STEM majors, interested in learning about chemistry through activities, events, and guidance.

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- Networking and Research Opportunities within the Biochemistry and Chemistry department as well as other departments in the College of Science
- Active outreach and volunteering projects within the local community
- Academic Chemistry resources
- Meet other like-minded students and have a good time

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The mission of CSA is to build a community for Chinese undergraduate and graduate students, espacily international students, in George Mason University. We are engaged to enrich the students' spare time and establish the connection between Chinese students and the Mason community through online social media including video making and culture advertising. The activities of CSA will focus on social media including video making to share the experience and life in Mason and DMV area, and local activity with our friend organization in the community and other universities in DMV. Our key goal is building a localized organization formed by students with strong interest in Chinese culture and media making to bring convenience service, local guidance, and cultural activities between Chinese students and students from other countries.

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To make comments and suggestions on the constitution and the leaderboard of GMUCSA
To supervise the work of the leaderboard and the managers of GMUCSA
To participate and manage in school and external activities sponsored and co-sponsored by the GMUCSA

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CKI develops college and university students into a global network of responsible citizens and leaders with a lifelong commitment to service.

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$35 Membership Fee
Bi-Weekly Meetings
Service events held every month
Connect to district and statewide events with other schools

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New Vision:
A world where all are valued, respected, and empowered to lead.

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We believe everyone has inherent value, alongside the potential to be a leader. We build a foundation of trust, focusing on leadership, identity, and global coalition building, to create a legacy of positive change.

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To serve and give back to our community, building networks and strengthening the social community. To encourage peers to become leaders and to look out for each other. To bring more positivity to the surrounding area, especially giving our time to local food shelters and churches, and hopefully influencing members to spread positivity and change long after they graduate from this beautiful university and campus. To help students on their path of self-discovery and give them the avenue to do good and make a difference.

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Friends, emotional support, stress relief, free food, free shirts, satisfaction, and lots of fun

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To help students to become highly effective, innovative, and internally motivated individuals who maximize their leadership and problem-solving capabilities and who through engagement and research in preparation for a successful career within the Consulting industry.

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Pro-bono consulting experience

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Counselors for Social Justice (CSJ) at Mason is a network of counseling graduate students and allies who work to promote social justice in society through confronting oppressive systems of power and privilege that affect individuals in our schools and communities. Members of CSJ at Mason are committed to social justice, multiculturalism, internationalism, advocacy, leadership, and action within the counseling profession. CSJ at Mason is a chapter affiliate of Counselors for Social Justice National, a division of the American Counseling Association (ACA).

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Create for Change brings people together to use art and creativity to raise funds for those in need. Our mission is to inspire positive change through community-driven events, artwork, and fundraising, while also helping students develop their fine motor skills and manual dexterity through engaging, hands-on activities. By improving precision, hand-eye coordination, and creativity, we foster a collaborative and supportive community where everyone can make a meaningful difference in the world.

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- Skill Development: Improve artistic techniques and fine motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Community Impact: Use creativity to raise funds and support meaningful causes.
- Leadership Opportunities: Take on roles to develop organizational and event-planning skills.
- Collaboration: Work with a supportive, creative community to share ideas and grow together.
- Networking: Build connections with students and professionals who share similar interests.
- Exclusive Events: Access members-only workshops, social activities, and fundraisers.
- Recognition: Get acknowledged for your contributions and achievements in the club.

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At Crochet for a Cause, our club is driven by a simple yet powerful mission: to channel the art of crochet into creating positive change. By crafting items such as blankets and clothes for those in need, volunteering and raising awareness for charities, and supporting beginner crocheters, we intertwine our passion for crochet with a commitment to making a difference. Join us in empowering lives, one stitch at a time.

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'Culture Society Shqiperia' aims to promote Albanian cultural awareness on the GMU campus and create a conduit for mutual osmosis of cultural norms, traditions, history, and spiritual beliefs between the Albanian GMU community and students with a diverse array of backgrounds on the GMU campus.

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Data Storm empowers innovation at the intersection of data science and legislative action. We aim to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and leverage advanced technologies to generate data-driven insights that drive meaningful policy change. Through events, hackathons, and workshops, we aim to inspire creative problem-solving and develop tools that enhance decision-making and promote accountability in justice-related legislation. As a key initiative within Insight Legi, we strive to transform complex legislative data into actionable knowledge that supports fairness, equity, and civic engagement.

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As a member of Data Storm: Ride the Legislative Change at George Mason University, individuals gain access to a unique, interdisciplinary community at the intersection of data science, policy, and civic innovation. Membership in this organization offers a range of benefits designed to support academic, professional, and leadership development.
1. Experiential Learning and Project Involvement
* Members have the opportunity to contribute to live projects in collaboration with the Legal Systems and Policy Lab (LSPL) and Insight Legi.
* Engage in the development and implementation of cutting-edge data tools designed to track, analyze, and visualize legislative data related to justice system fines, fees, and surcharges.
* Participate in research and technical development that directly informs local and national policymaking.
2. Technical and Professional Skill Development
* Access to specialized workshops, trainings, and hackathons focused on:
* Data analytics and visualization
* Legislative and policy analysis
* Programming languages such as Python and R
* Ethical data governance
* Exposure to interdisciplinary problem-solving techniques through civic technology design and data storytelling.
3. Leadership and Governance Opportunities
* Active Members are eligible to vote on organizational matters, including officer elections and constitutional amendments.
* Opportunities to serve on committees, organize events, and lead initiatives within the organization.
* Eligibility to run for Executive Board positions, allowing for the development of leadership, strategic planning, and administrative skills.
4. Professional Networking and Mentorship
* Connection to a broad network of professionals, including:
* Policy experts and legal scholars
* Technologists and data scientists
* Government partners and international civic organizations
* Guidance and mentorship from faculty advisors, lab-affiliated researchers, and senior members of the organization.
5. Advocacy and Civic Engagement
* Contribute to data-driven initiatives aimed at promoting legislative transparency, justice reform, and institutional accountability.
* Participate in public-facing events and initiatives that inform and influence legislative decision-makers.
* Utilize Insight Legi tools to deliver actionable insights to civic institutions, lawmakers, and the broader community.
6. Recognition and Advancement
* Members may earn points for their engagement, qualifying for elevated status within the organization.
* Receive formal acknowledgment of contributions to organizational projects, publications, and events.
* Opportunities to present work in academic, professional, or community forums and add to resumes, portfolios, and graduate school applications.

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To provide opportunities for students to experience social work-related activities.

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