Archive for March, 2011

Public meeting held about proposed overpass near campus

Tue, 03/29/2011 – 14:39 | C2M’s Amanda Hamm Residents living near George Mason University had the opportunity to meet with city officials Monday evening to discuss a potential overpass connecting Braddock Road to Mason via Prestwick Road. The informational meeting held at Fairfax Villa Elementary School brought a large turnout of residents interested in the […]

Off-Campus and Community Events (March 25, 2011)

Fri, 03/25/2011 – 20:53 | C2M’s Amanda Hamm Back from spring break and need something fun to do this weekend? We’ve got the events right here! This week brings Cherry Blossoms, the circus, and a cake show! It’s that time of year again! The cherry blossoms are blooming along the Potomac River and the kick […]

Appreciation week is latest event for off-campus students

Sun, 03/20/2011 – 21:13 | C2M’s Amanda Hamm The first Off-Campus Appreciation Week kicks off Monday, just in time for students returning from spring break. Sponsored by the Off-Campus Student Programs and Services Office, the event is geared toward students who live off-campus, but on-campus residents are also invited to check out the activities. “This […]

Local restaurants reminisce Mason’s trip to Final Four

Thu, 03/17/2011 – 14:04 | C2M’s Amanda Hamm As the NCAA Tournament gets underway this week and eighth seed Mason is set to play Villanova Friday night, it’s not just fans remembering the Patriots’ improbable 2006 journey to the NCAA Final Four. Local businesses recall the attention brought to the community as the previously unknown […]

Off-Campus and Community Events (March 10, 2011)

Thu, 03/10/2011 – 09:26 | C2M’s Off-Campus Events Contributor Amanda Hamm Need plans for the weekend? Look no further! This week brings St. Patty’s Day activities, sports events, karaoke, and ice skating. St. Patrick’s Day is upon us! Grab your friends and head out to the 12th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade this Saturday in […]

Off-Campus and Community Events (March 3, 2011)

Thu, 03/03/2011 – 10:47 | C2M’s Off-campus Events Contributor Amanda Hamm Want to start out March with a bang? This week brings chocolate, basketball, jazz, and an Italian festival! Have a sweet tooth for all things chocolate? We’ve got the cure for you! The Chocolate Lovers Festival returns to downtown Fairfax this weekend. A full […]