Schar School Featured News
Read the latest news and announcements about the Schar School's groundbreaking research, initiatives and programs, and events featuring distinguished guests from the national capital region and beyond.
- November 8, 2024
- November 8, 2024
- November 7, 2024
- November 6, 2024
- November 6, 2024
Alumni and Student Spotlights
Schar School students are not just attending classes — they are conducting cutting-edge research, interning with prestigious organizations, launching new programs, supporting their communities, and balancing work (and more) with school. Read through profiles of outstanding current students and alumni.
- October 28, 2024
- October 22, 2024
- October 17, 2024
- October 11, 2024
- September 25, 2024
Schar School Faculty in the Media
Our faculty are frequently cited as subject matter experts in major publications and news outlets, such as the Washington Post, the New York Times, the Economist, NPR, and many others. The Schar School is mentioned in U.S. media approximately 300 times each month.
- November 4, 2024
- October 30, 2024
- October 21, 2024
- October 15, 2024
- October 9, 2024
The Washington Post—Schar School Polls
The Washington Post has partnered with the Schar School since 2016 to conduct a series of public opinion polls to illuminate voter sentiment on a broad range of political and public policy issues. The partnership combines the expertise of Schar School faculty with The Washington Post’s formidable national reach.
- June 26, 2024
- October 24, 2023
- September 27, 2023
- September 26, 2023
- April 18, 2023
Media Inquiries
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Schar School faculty serve as key subject matter experts for media outlets around the world. If you are interested in interviewing a member of our faculty, contact Communications Manager Buzz McClain at bmcclai2@gmu.edu.
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