October 14, 2026A daylong symposium brought experts from government agencies and private-sector innovators to discuss the status and future of energy and security at sea and in space. See what the students in the audience gained from the experience.
October 8, 2026Schar School Professor Justin Gest examines how proposed census changes could affect representation, federal funding, and civil rights in a New York Times op-ed.
October 7, 2026The Schar School Pre-Law Learning Community visited the place where laws are made—the U.S. Capitol. For some, it was their first time in the landmark. For others, it was a life-changing experience. See what they had to say.
October 5, 2026Explore how global conflict, AI, and emerging technologies are reshaping energy policy at the free Mason Energy Forum on October 7 in Arlington.
September 30, 2026Distinguished Visiting Professor of Practice Mike Pence took the stage at Fuse at Mason Square to discuss his new book in a conversation moderated by former Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell, also a Distinguished Visiting Professor of Practice at the Schar School. See what Pence said about his motivation for writing the book.
September 24, 2026Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, their consequences continue to shape U.S. national security, intelligence, warfare, and civil liberties. The Hayden Center hosted a conversation that explored the immediate response to the attacks, the expansion of surveillance and counterterrorism capabilities, and an evolving threat landscape. See what the panelists said.
September 23, 2026Members of the Schar School Upper-Level Democracy Lab Learning Community visited Richmond, Virginia, for a full day of immersive, experiential learning.
September 22, 2026As brutal wars rage around the world, countries are using other means to wage conflict: money. See what our experts said about the increasing prevalence of economic statecraft.
September 22, 2026Nearly 100 participants attended a daylong, student-designed workshop addressing how to reduce conflicts with AI in the workplace and enhance human leadership skills.
August 26, 2026Just one year after graduation from the Schar School, Dylan Morse is running for the House of Representatives in his home state of Vermont.