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The objective of AISES GMU is to substantially increase the representation of Indigenous peoples of North America and the Pacific Islands in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) studies at George Mason University.

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Strong Academic and Professional Networks.
Career Development.
Access to Job Board Access to Members-Only Website Content.
Discounted National Conference Registration.
Eligibility to Participate in AISES Events (NAIVSEF, Leadership Summit)
Scholarship opportunities through AISES

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The Student Group is organized to serve the needs of the Applied Developmental Psychology (ADP) graduate students at George Mason University (GMU). Its purpose is to advance the understanding of the field of developmental psychology, promote the ADP program, to enhance collaboration amongst various developmental psychology laboratories, and to organize social activities.

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The purpose of AHGA is to enrich the educational experience of Art History students and enthusiasts at George Mason University. The AHGA will support the academic and practical experience of the students by offering extracurricular events.

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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 AOES-GSA represents AOES graduate students and pursues student goals. These goals include the development of: community and collaboration amongst AOES graduate students; connections and relationships shared by AOES graduate students with faculty and AOES alumni, both at George Mason University as well as other institutions and agencies; and academic and professional skills relevant to AOES graduate students' fields of study and future careers.

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Bangladeshi Graduate Students Association (BDGSA) is a student-led organization for Bangladeshi students (local and international) who are pursuing their graduate programs at George Mason University. We provide them with a platform to participate and interact with fellow Bangladeshi community members and beyond. We will organize pick-ups and temporary accommodations for the new international graduate students who will be starting their graduate studies at Mason. BD-GSA aims to help Bangladeshi students to contribute ideas and think of new ways they may enhance campus life and their experience at Mason, also we will create opportunities, learn from hands-on experiences, meet new people, develop life-long friendships and gain skills that will help us to be ready for the future.

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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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The mission of CGSA is to facilitate and provide academic, social, and professional support for graduate students studying Communication at George Mason.

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Mason’s Counseling Program infuses values integral to the preparation of professional counselors—social justice, multiculturalism, internationalism, advocacy, and leadership—into its celebrated curriculum. Graduates are prepared to assume leadership roles; be proactive change agents; and become advocates for social, economic, and political justice. By working through interdisciplinary teams as well as infusing teaching, research, service, and professional practice, the Mason counseling program will prepare the next generation of counselors to serve the collective needs of individuals through local, national, and international contexts.

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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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"The purpose of the Criminology, Law and Society Student Association (CLSSA) is to connect the graduate students of the Criminology, Law and Society program with one another, to share research and professional interests, and to provide an organizing body for professional development opportunities. CLSSA is a student association of graduate students (a mixture of doctoral and masters) of the CLS department. CLSSA organizes events such as guest speakers, informal group lunches with faculty, sponsors Trivia Nights, provides funding for students traveling, and has a mentor-mentee program, among many other activities!"

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Better Life, Better Research.

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Keep every CS graduate student connected with Mason Community.

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We foster space within the Center for Social Science Research (Sociology and Anthropology) for graduate students to explore cities, urban life, and the big ideas that shape our world—with faculty, peers, and community partners.

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The Cultural Studies Student Organizing Committee (SOC) is a student run group which includes all students in the Cultural Studies PhD program at George Mason. The SOC is committed to the goal of nurturing a lively academic and political community at George Mason University though invited speakers, panel discussions and presentations that will engage the campus community.

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Membership is restricted to PhD students in the Cultural Studies program at Mason

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The purpose of this organization is to create an organization for PhD students to increase peer and colleague networks and collaboration ideas both at GMU and outside of GMU.

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The purpose of Enrichment for Clinical Psychology Students (ECliPS) is to build a supportive community for Clinical Psychology PhD students by fostering collaboration, resource-sharing, and peer mentorship. Our mission is to enhance academic success, professional development, and student well-being through organized social events, group writing sessions, and skill-sharing opportunities. By creating structured avenues for connection and access to resources, including student travel funds, the organization addresses the need for greater peer support, reduces isolation, and promotes a more engaged and cohesive student community.

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The ESP-GSA is organized for the purposes of providing activities for graduate students, to foster a sense of community and increase communication within the Environmental Science and Policy department and between other departments in the College of Science.The ESP-GSA provides a unified voice for its members when expressing opinions related to the department, professional field, school, or other instances where an opinion is desired or requested. The association will also advocate issues concerning the graduate program and graduate students of the Environmental Science and Policy Department, pursuant to the desires of the ESP-GSA members.

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The purpose of this club sport is to provide an intercollegiate tennis team for all students at George Mason University who wish to continue to play tennis actively at a competitive level. The club will allow players of a competitive skill level and experience to come together and further advance in development and understanding of tennis on a competitive level.

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First, join us on GroupMe!
- https://groupme.com/join_group/58008219/6gvgeZIm

Then, follow these instructions!
- The Club Sports office requires all club athletes to be registered on IMLeagues
- Register at www.imleagues.com (REGISTER WITH GMU EMAIL)
- Add yourself to the Club Tennis Roster
- Take a quiz to be able to participate for club sports
- Fill out information
- Submit forms for review for Club Tennis
- link for physical form - https://recreation.gmu.edu/club-sports/download-waiver-forms/

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GABS is dedicated to promoting respectful and enriched academic relations between graduate students in the Bioengineering department, enable students to interact with professionals for more informed career choices, provide leadership opportunities to its members and a platform to communicate with different populations.

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A safe haven for Bioengineering Graduate Students to share their troubles, socialize with other graduate students and be part of a community that can provide graduate students with networking opportunities, develop their leadership and managerial skills and provide them with a platform to showcase their skills.

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The mission of the Graduate Association of Civil & Environmental Engineers at George Mason University is to empower and support graduate students in their academic and professional endeavors within the civil and environmental engineering fields. We aim to provide a collaborative platform for innovation, research exchange, and networking; to promote sustainability and ethical practices in engineering; and to contribute positively to the broader community through outreach and service. Our commitment is to cultivate a dynamic and inclusive environment that champions the personal and professional growth of our members.

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Membership is open to all registered CEIE graduate students.

All members of GRACE will be CEIE graduate students who meet eligibility requirements for participating in extra-curricular activities as stated in the GMU Catalog and policies. Only CEIE graduate students can vote or hold office in the organization.
Associate members are CEIE faculty, staff, or alumni and their spouses who are interested in the organization. They can’t vote or hold office for GRACE.

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To connect and support graduate chemistry and biochemistry students.

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- networking
- access to fun activities and events
- opportunity to be a leader
- life long friends
- a break from graduate student work

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The Graduate Nursing Organization in the School of Nursing represents the MSN, PhD and DNP students, giving them an opportunity to enhance their professional growth through the sharing of knowledge and ideas.

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Graduate Students for Public Health (GSPH) strives to connect currently enrolled graduate students with the faculty and staff of the Global and Community Health department. GSPH shall also seek to provide its members with networking, and community service opportunities as well as professional development activities.

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The mission of the Health Informatics & AI Club (HIAC) is to facilitate and promote excellence in health informatics by exploring the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across various disciplines. Our club's focus is on leveraging AI to advance research potentials and explore AI applications in health research, data analysis, innovation and personalized healthcare (including music as medicine). The club provides a collaborative social-like environment where graduate students can explore and compare the many AI platforms, AI outputs, and AI potentials that contribute to the growing intersection of AI and health informatics. Club funding helps members attend conferences and also connect virtually to other experts in the industry.

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This organization exists to provide social, financial, and academic support to History Graduate Students at George Mason University. It will foster and support the interests and scholarship of its members and provide a forum for graduate students to discuss their concerns and find collective solutions.

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Our purpose is to facilitate camaraderie, provide academic support, and advance the field of human factors within the George Mason and surrounding communities. We will maintain strong connections with the greater GMU HFAC alumni and those within our field as well as continue to be active in the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society as a whole.

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Join us via Discord!
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The Indian Graduate Student Association (IGSA) is an organization for students of Indian origin pursuing their graduate studies at George Mason University. We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive community by fostering networking opportunities among students, helping them connect with peers, faculty, and various organizations across campus. Through our events and activities, we provide a platform for cultural exchange, professional growth, and meaningful interactions, supporting students both academically and socially. IGSA warmly welcomes all new graduate students to the United States and to George Mason University, wishing them the very best as they begin this exciting chapter of their lives.

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Our mission is to celebrate and promote Indian culture through the vibrant medium of film, fostering a sense of community and belonging among students while enriching cultural exchange on campus. Through engaging movie screenings, immersive cultural workshops, and dynamic events, we aim to create an inclusive space where students can connect with their cultural roots, explore the diversity of Indian cinema, and cultivate a deeper appreciation for the richness of Indian culture. By integrating technical skills with film appreciation and providing opportunities for personal growth and development, we strive to empower our members to become ambassadors of cultural understanding and appreciation, both within our university community and beyond.

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Active Members: Members who actively engage in club activities, including film screenings, cultural workshops, and events promoting Indian cinema and traditions. They have the privilege to vote on matters pertaining to club decisions, including event planning, movie selections, and cultural initiatives.

Associate Members: Associate members who attend club meetings and functions, contributing to the vibrant atmosphere of cultural exchange. While they do not possess voting rights, they play a crucial role in fostering a sense of community and belonging among club members. Their suggestions will also be considered for upcoming movies and events.

Honorary Members: Honorary members who participate in club meetings and activities, showing their support for the promotion of Indian culture through film. Although they do not have voting rights, their presence adds value to the club's mission of cultural appreciation and understanding.This group also includes alumni, enriching the cultural exchange and fostering connections between current and former members.

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Iranian Students Union is non-religious, non-political organization. It shall be the purpose of the union to facilitate the betterment of the George Mason University by promoting and fostering the aims and goals of the student and alumnus members of the George Mason University by means of the institution of such action as is appropriate to establish better educational conditions and an atmosphere of professionalism among the students and community of the George Mason university.

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