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Teaching and learning in the age of AI

On Access to Excellence, College of Education and Human Development dean Ingrid Guerra-López joins President Washington to discuss the future of education and why human elements of teaching will define the profession even as technology reshapes it.

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A top 100 university for innovation

With 14 patents granted in 2025, researchers are advancing innovations in areas like VR, traffic systems, and disease prevention, earning a place on the National Academy of Inventors Top 100 list.

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Patriots take their voice to Richmond

More than 80 students, alumni, and leaders traveled to the state capitol for Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Lobbies, meeting with legislators to advocate for funding, access, and the future of higher education.

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Patriot Performance Lab helps athletes stay in the game

George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s Patriot Performance Lab combines research and sports science to monitor athlete health and provide data that helps coaches and student-athletes improve performance and reduce injury risk.

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Cross-college collaboration keeps George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ dancers stage-ready

A partnership between kinesiology researchers and the School of Dance uses data and wearable sensors to track workload, improve recovery, and reduce injury risk for student performers.

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The cherry blossoms will bloom on…

George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s annual cherry blossom prediction contest suggests a later peak bloom around April 2, highlighting how shifting weather patterns make timing increasingly complex.

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Dance Gala Concert showcases George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s rising performers

The George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Dance Company performs works by renowned choreographers March 27–28 at the Center for the Arts Concert Hall.

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A Top 50 Public R1 Research University


 


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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Caporuscio presents his virtual reality world.

Step inside the classroom where art becomes immersive

In George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s first VR art course, students are creating immersive 3D environments—exploring new forms of storytelling and expanding what art can be in a digital space. Step into the classroom.

Zayd Hamid: ‘It came down to building the program I wish I had access to as an undergraduate.’

Meet the student who helped create Schar School's new minor

Student Zayd Hamid drafted the idea for the new Lobbying and Advocacy minor while an undergraduate. Now, this interdisciplinary minor will develop students' understanding of policy institutions and industries, and how to influence both as a professional advocate. Learn more.

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The Grand Challenge Initiative — Bold Solutions for A Prosperous Future


Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ's Grand Challenge Initiative (GCI) is a comprehensive research framework, backed by an initial five-year, $15 million investment, to align university resources, faculty expertise, and educational programs around six interconnected solution areas addressing humanity’s ultimate grand challenge. 

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The programs and services offered by Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ are open to all who seek them. George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic national origin (including shared ancestry and/or ethnic characteristics), sex, disability, military status (including veteran status), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. After an initial review of its policies and practices, the university affirms its commitment to meet all federal mandates as articulated in federal law, as well as recent executive orders and federal agency directives.

 

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Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey

Sunday, March 29, at 5 pm.

Around Campus  

March 22-27: Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week. . 
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March 27: , 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., Fairfax Campus, Center for the Arts  
March 29: Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey, 5 p.m., Fairfax Campus, Center for the Arts
March 30: , 8 p.m., Fairfax Campus, Center for the Arts 
April 2: Giving Day, Information
 

George Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Athletics (Upcoming home events)

March 24: Baseball vs. Longwood, 3 p.m.
March 25: Softball vs. JMU, 3 p.m.
March 27: Men's tennis vs. Richmond, noon
March 27: Men's volleyball vs. Saint Francis, 6 p.m.



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