- November 5, 2025
Leah Moore, a first-generation college student, found her calling in public health after enrolling at George Mason University, where she’s now studying community health and nutrition.
- September 25, 2025
From improving underserved communities’ care to supporting faculty research on women living with HIV, Janell Addo-Boateng, MPH ’25, gained hands-on experience in policy, evaluation, and communication.
- June 25, 2025
By working directly with refugee families, Master of Science in Health Informatics student Shreeyukti
Rana harnesses the power of community connection in shaping meaningful, data-informed solutions. - May 9, 2025
Rocío Rodríguez Morales, MSW ‘25, a first-generation student, found support and community at George Mason as she forged a new career path with her third degree.
- July 25, 2024
BS in Community Health graduate Kristen Alleyne accredits her College of Public Health courses for giving her the skills and confidence to excel in diverse public health settings.
- January 11, 2023
Assistant Professor of Social Work Melissa Villodas shares her research on the impact neighborhood environments have on mental health
- May 19, 2022
Mason will award more than 9,700 degrees at its Spring Commencement on Friday, May 20. Here are the stories of a few of the students in the Class of 2022.
My scholarship donors have given this first-generation woman an opportunity to strive for her dreams without limitations.