5 things to know about Mason’s College of Public Health
Dean Perry spoke with the Washington Business Journal about future plans for the College of Public Health, including workforce development and fundraising initiatives. Read the article here.
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December 19, 2025Congressional internships teach Mason students independence, resume skills.-
December 16, 2025Digital tools can improve dementia care – for people with dementia aging in place and their caregivers
December 16, 2025More than 80% of 25-34-year-olds and more than 50% of respondents across all age groups already use AI for mental health care.-
December 15, 2025‘It happens more than you think’: Examining sexual violence in later life.
December 15, 2025A new study reveals that digital health resources, while still inaccessible for many people, offer many benefits, including improved mental health and social connection.
December 12, 2025George Mason University social work professor Michelle Hand explores the experiences of survivors over 50, calling attention to an overlooked public health problem.-
December 4, 2025Participant feedback offers insight into mental health treatment completion.
December 4, 2025Melissa Villodas’ exploration of mental health treatment retention among incarcerated men with mental illness enforces the importance of participant feedback to understand program completion.-
December 2, 2025Recognizing the need for more precise community investments to support youth mental health.
December 1, 2025Melissa Villodas, youth mental health researcher, explores the complex influence of neighborhood amenities in shaping youth depression and anxiety.
November 24, 2025How George Mason College of Public Health researchers are working to ease the strain on family caregivers of those living with dementia through evidence-based support, emerging technologies, and global insight.
November 24, 2025As we celebrate Public Health Thank You Day, Dean Perry takes a moment to express her deep appreciation for all that you do to support our students and advance our mission. Your dedication to teaching, mentorship, research, and service continues to define our college and to strengthen the university’s standing as a national leader in access and opportunity. Thank you.