March 12, 2026George Mason University Human Computer-Interaction (HCI) students and faculty have an impressive slate of accepted papers, posters and other products at the upcoming CHI 2026 conference in Barcelona this April.
March 2, 2026Lifelong learner and committed alumnus Jamie Bowers joined George Mason University’s inaugural AI master’s cohort to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving tech industry.
February 27, 2026Mason Competitive Cyber teamwon first place at the ninth annual Commonwealth Cyber Fusion and Virginia Cyber Cup. The high‑intensity, four‑hour capture‑the‑flag competition showcased their skill, teamwork, and growing leadership in Virginia’s cybersecurity community.
January 27, 2026George Mason University’s College of Engineering and Computing earned top recognition in the 2026 U.S. News online program rankings, with its online IT program for veterans placing among the nation’s best and strengthening the college’s reputation for high-quality, accessible graduate education.
December 17, 2025George Mason graduate student Kevin Landry turned his passion for honeypots into a hands-on classroom project, leading his team to build a customized cyber trap that attracted real-world attackers and gave students an eye-opening look at cloud security.
November 24, 2025Hemant Purohit, an associate professor in George Mason University’s Information Sciences and Technology Department, has built his career at the intersection of human and computer interaction, training people and computers to work of one another's strengths.
November 19, 2025AI-based assistive technologies are well positioned to transform the lives of people with diverse abilities. As they lead this transformation, Human–Computer Interaction (HCI) and accessibility scholars seek to ensure these technologies are built in a responsible way in partnership with the people who need them most.
November 17, 2025A multi-major team from George Mason University’s College of Engineering and Computing earned second place at Saucethon, a hardware-focused hackathon, gaining online attention for their creative cat-themed rescue robot and showcasing George Mason’s collaborative, interdisciplinary strength.
June 10, 2025Dean Ken Ball recognized outstanding faculty and staff at the Annual Faculty and Staff Awards Ceremony on April 1, 2025. Individuals were honored for their excellent contributions to teaching, research, and service.
March 15, 2025New IST faculty member Sanchari Das is a distinguished cybersecurity expert, helping people understand the social elements of protecting their data.
