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What an exciting year we have just completed. I often say, “It’s good to be in the College of Science at George Mason University.” And after reviewing this report, you will understand why.
Our George Mason science community continues to come together to collaborate, inspire, and help our students, researchers, and partners achieve significant scientific discoveries and aspirations.
This year’s annual report highlights many important firsts and milestones reached, a sampling of accomplishments to illustrate our continued progress. Learn about George Mason’s first NASA (Landolt) Mission or experience how animals see (Innovative Learning and Research section). Celebrate our record-breaking enrollment, research, and fundraising results, or review it to better understand how we are supporting and shaping the evolving STEM workforce and those who encourage our Patriots’ bold thinking. Through our incredible collective efforts, our college’s future remains bright.
Despite navigating this transitional period, our determined, motivated faculty, staff, and students have not missed a beat (Our Science Community section). We continue our charge to build a vibrant future for all, informed by science.
Cody W. Edwards
Interim Dean, College of Science
College of Science leadership announced for Fall 2024 semester
As Cody W. Edwards assumed the role of interim dean of the College of Science at George Mason University effective July 1, 2024, the college also announced the following faculty appointments to its leadership team for the 2024/25 academic year. Andre Clayborne will serve as acting associate dean of faculty affairs and Jason Kinser will represent the college as acting associate dean of academic affairs. Both roles will continue the momentum on the college’s existing strategic projects.
As Kinser assumed this role, Arie Croitoru became the acting chair of the Department of Computational and Data Sciences. Other faculty who stepped into department chair roles during 2024 include: Ernest Barreto, Department of Physics and Astronomy; Mikell Paige, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry; and Gad Perry, Department of Environmental Science and Policy.
“I am thrilled these experienced leaders can support the college during this important time of transition,” shared Edwards. “These appointments will allow us to continue our progress towards enhancing the faculty, staff, and student experience and elevating the impact of our academic and research enterprise, all while further cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and satisfaction.”
Special thanks to the following faculty who have admirably served in these leadership roles: Andre Clayborne, Jason Kinser, Amy Fowler, and Paul So.
College Leadership
Our deans and department chairs provide the vision to connect the students, faculty, and partners to their various disciplines. Contact our leadership to learn how you can support and engage our students' learning, research, and programs.
Chairs and Directors
Mark D. Uhen, Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Earth Sciences
Geraldine Grant, Biology
William J. Hahn, Biomedical Sciences
Mikell Paige, Chemistry and Biochemistry
Arie Croitoru, Computational and Data Sciences
Gad Perry, Environmental Science and Policy
Mary Ellen O'Toole, Forensic Science
Dieter Pfoser, Geography and Geoinformation Science
Maria Emelianenko, Mathematical Sciences
Saleet Jafri, Neuroscience
Ernest Barreto, Physics and Astronomy
Iosif Vaisman, School of Systems Biology
College Administration
Cody W. Edwards, Interim Dean
Jennifer Bazaz Gettys, Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs and Strategic Enrollment
Andre Clayborne, Acting Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs
Paula Danquah-Brobby, Associate Dean of Access, Belonging, and Community Engagement
Patrick M. Gillevet, Associate Dean for Research Operations
Audrey Kelaher, Senior Director of Development and Alumni Relations
Jason Kinser, Acting Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
Tracy Mason, Assistant Dean, Strategic Marketing and Communications
Meghan St. George, Chief Business Officer
Gerald Weatherspoon, Associate Dean for Undergraduate and Graduate Student Affairs
Dean's Advisory Board
The college appreciates the expertise and guidance provided by the distinguished team of executives on the Dean’s Advisory Board. See the full list of board members.
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