Social Action and Integrative Learning
School of Integrative Studies | College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Each year Social Action & Integrative Learning (SAIL) have Alternative Spring Break trips that focus on issues ranging from Ecosystem Restoration in Florida to Education, Literacy, and Community Development in Guatemala. The purpose of these trips is to critically engage students in social justice work through education and community service.

On Tuesday, April 17, the Social Action and Integrative Learning (SAIL) office hosted their second annual Seeds of Change recognition event in the HUB Ballroom. The event recognized the selfless leadership, service, and activism led by Mason students, faculty, and community partners.

The second annual symposium, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Research Hall, Room 163, on the Fairfax Campus, will advance understanding of the international and domestic aspects of our most basic and critical needs – an abundant and reliable supply of water and energy. The event is hosted by Richard Kauzlarich and Paul Houser, co-directors of Mason's Center for Energy Science and Policy. The event is free but registration is required. Find out more.

Unilever CEO Paul Polman, who has been recognized for his commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, will be the featured speaker at Mason’s Spring Commencement. Learn more about what drives him.

About 140,000 Virginians over the age of 65 live with Alzheimer’s disease. Latinos are at one-and-a-half times greater risk of Alzheimer’s than older whites.

Administered by our Office of Sustainability, Mason’s Patriot Green Fund (PGF) provides $100,000/year to advance more sustainable campus infrastructure and to support our research to address sustainability challenges in our region. The majority-student PGF selection committee currently seeks 4 dynamic student representatives for the 2018/2019 academic year. Positions are open for both undergraduate and graduate students.