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Dr. Basnyat's work stands as a model of globally engaged scholarship that bridges theory and practice across cultural and geographic boundaries. 

Meet Joey Siu, a Global Affairs major at George Mason University, who is set to graduate this Fall. Raised in Hong Kong, Joey began her journey as an activist during the 2019 pro-democracy movement, which ultimately led her to seek refuge in the U.S. Today, she continues her advocacy as co-founder and spokesperson for Amnesty International Hong Kong Overseas. This summer, Joey testified before the U.S. Senate, warning of Hong Kong’s escalating human rights crisis. “The fight for human rights is not confined to one city or country; it’s a global struggle,” she says.

The year-long series seeks to foster cross-disciplinary AI literacy, explore how AI shapes and is shaped by culture, ethics, history, and society, and provide opportunities for research incubation and exchange.

Global Affairs student Zara Sarwar was selected as a U.S. delegate for the 18th Korea-America Student Conference in Seoul, South Korea, and New York. With this year's theme being "Constructing Identity in a Globalized World," Zara and her peers explored how cultural, political, and generational forces shape identity across borders. Her group specifically examined how digital platforms mobilize activism within national contexts and contribute to transnational awareness and solidarity. Continue to read her reflection on her experience and learn more about the conference altogether.

Undergraduate and graduate students presented research posters during the Summer 2025 celebration.

Meet Danielle Henneberger, a 2009 Global Affairs graduate who has gradually transitioned from the public to private sector. Now the founder and strategic marketing advisor at her own consulting firm, Mise en Plan, Dani applies her global perspective, creativity, and love of learning to help clients identify and address gaps they might not see themselves. If you're interested in the world of business consulting or want to learn more about Dani’s journey, visit the articles page on globalaffairs.gmu.edu to read her full alumni feature and discover ways you can connect with her!

After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in global affairs from Mason Korea, Ilya Kim has hit the ground running in the sociology graduate program at the Fairfax Campus.

Human Resources recently announced the recipients of the 2025–26 Faculty and Staff Book Scholarship. Each awardee received $250 to use toward books and other educational materials from the George Mason University Bookstore, supporting their continued academic studies!

Graduating students, proud families, faculty, and special guests gathered at the IGC Grand Auditorium on June 21 to celebrate Mason Korea’s Spring 2025 Commencement Ceremony.

Mason Korea recently hosted the inaugural iDesign Seminar: K-Content in collaboration with Incheon City, where academic, government, and industry leaders explored strategies for strengthening Korea’s cultural content sector. Learn more about the seminar and the announcement of the K-Content Research Center.