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Final Exams

May 9, 2012 to May 16, 2012

Health and Flex Open Enrollment Information Session

May 17, 2012 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Occoquan Building, Room 110A

The Benefits Team will be at the Prince William Campus during open enrollment to answer your questions about making changed to your health insurance and flexible benefits plans.

HR and Payroll, (703) 993-2600

Bike To Work Day 2012 - Freedom Center Pit Stop

May 18, 2012

Prince William Campus, Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center

Each pit stop will offer a local mix of food, drinks, entertainment, dynamic speakers and chances to win bicycles and other prizes. Please be sure to register to be eligible for prizes and a Bike to Work Day t-shirt.

Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center, (703) 993-8513

School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism Convocation

May 18, 2012 at 12:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center

Office of Events Management, (703) 993-2853

APEX Cycle Education

May 18, 2012 at 8:00 pm
May 25, 2012 at 8:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Occoquan Parking Lot

The Occoquan Lot will be closed each Friday evening at/by 8:00 pm and will re-open on Sunday evenings by 8:00 pm.

APEX Cycle Education, (571) 201-7661

Vpstart Crow: Six Degrees of Separation

May 18, 2012 at 8:00 pm
May 19, 2012 at 8:00 pm
May 20, 2012 at 2:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Gregory Family Theater

Six Degrees of Separation explores the existential premise that everyone in the world is connected to everyone else by a chain of no more than six acquaintances, thus, six degrees of separation.

Hylton Performing Arts Center, (703)-993-7759

Commencement

May 19, 2012 at 10:00 am

Patriot Center

Events Management, (703) 993-2853, gmuevents@gmu.edu

Manassas Ballet Theatre: Swan Lake

May 19, 2012 at 7:30 pm
May 20, 2012 at 3:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Merchant Hall

Swan Lake, set to the music of Peter Tchaikovsky, is the timeless, gothic tale of true love and tragedy. The dancers of the Manassas Ballet Theatre are accompanied by the Manassas Ballet Theatre Orchestra.

Hylton Performing Arts Center, (703)-993-7759

Immigration Film Series: Pierrepoint - The Last Hang Man

May 20, 2012 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Occoquan Building, Verizon Auditorium

Following his father's footsteps Albert Pierrepoint quickly became known for his efficiency and compassion, rising to become the best in the land. From 1933 to the end of his career in 1955 he executed 608 people.

Jackie Inskeep, (703) 993-9779

25Live User Account Training at Prince William

May 22, 2012 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Bull Run Hall, Room 252

For faculty and staff who schedule space at Arlington and Fairfax. Registration required.

Carrie McVicker, (703) 993-8334

Staff Appreciation Day: Prince William Campus

May 23, 2012 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Bull Run Hall, Atrium

Staff Senate invites all classified and non-student wage employees in celebrating Mason's staff. Registration by May 16 required.

Kathrin Breitt Brown, (703) 993-4141, Staff Senate

Memorial Day

May 28, 2012

No classes in session. University offices closed.

Manassas Chorale: Mozart and More

June 1, 2012 at 7:30 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Merchant Hall

A wonderful finale to its eighteenth season, the Manassas Chorale invites you to celebrate this evening of music for the ages with them.

Hylton Performing Arts Center, (703)-993-7759

Boyle School of Irish Dance

June 3, 2012 at 6:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Merchant Hall

Featuring lively performances by dancers of all ages from both the Manassas and Chantilly schools and our competition winners!

Hylton Performing Arts Center, (703)-993-7759

Castleton Festival: Grand Opera in Concert: Puccini's La Boheme

June 7, 2012 at 8:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Merchant Hall

The Castleton Festival featuring the esteemed Lorin Maazel conducting the Castleton Festival Orchestra. The Festival features internationally renowned artists performing along with the stars of tomorrow.

Hylton Performing Arts Box Office, (703) 993-7759

Prince William Little Theatre: Red Scare on Sunset

June 8, 2012 at 8:00 pm
June 9, 2012 at 2:00 pm
June 9, 2012 at 8:00 pm
June 10, 2012 at 2:00 pm
June 15, 2012 at 8:00 pm
June 16, 2012 at 2:00 pm
June 16, 2012 at 8:00 pm
June 17, 2012 at 2:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Gregory Family Theater

The Red Scare began in earnest when a Congressional committee began investigating communist influence in Hollywood. Many were asked-Are you or have you ever been a member of the communist party? This is a story of friendship and betrayal, when make believe crossed over to reality.

Hylton Performing Arts Center, (703)-993-7759

South Riding Dance: A Mid Summer's Night

June 9, 2012 at 1:00 pm
June 9, 2012 at 6:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Merchant Hall

South Riding Dance’s 12th Annual Musicale is a showcase of our 400 dancers, ages 3 through adult. This show will take you from a morning Heat Wave to a calm Summer Night. Come enjoy our award winning choreography and the talent of South Riding in, A Mid Summer’s Night!

Hylton Performing Arts Center, (703)-993-7759

Open Climb at The EDGE

June 10, 2012 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
July 15, 2012 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

Prince WIlliam Campus, The EDGE

Come explore and climb the Alpine Tower, our 50 foot vertical challenge course. For Ages 9 and up. Visit website for complete details and requirements. $15; $12.

Mike Swiryn, (703) 993-9826, mswiryn@gmu.edu

Summer Camp 2012: Camp Freedom for Perschoolers

June 18, 2012 to June 22, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
June 25, 2012 to June 29, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
July 2, 2012 to July 9, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
July 9, 2012 to July 13, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
July 16, 2012 to July 20, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Prince William Campus

Each week preschoolers explore a different theme through a variety of related activities, games, arts & crafts, music, and movement. Campers should bring a snack each day. $100.

Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center, (703) 993-8513, fccamps@gmu.edu

Summer Camp 2012: Engineering For Kids, Aero Space

June 18, 2012 to June 22, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
June 18, 2012 to June 22, 2012 from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
June 18, 2012 to June 22, 2012 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Prince William Campus

Full day campers will enjoy time in the engineering world as well as a morning or afternoon session of lunch, recreational games, fitness activities and swim time! $210; $159.

Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center, (703) 993-8513, fccamps@gmu.edu

Summer Camp 2012: Camp Freedom

June 18, 2012 to June 22, 2012 from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
June 25, 2012 to June 29, 2012 from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
July 2, 2012 to July 6, 2012 from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
July 9, 2012 to July 13, 2012 from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
July 16, 2012 to July 20, 2012 from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm

Prince William Campus

Campers enjoy a broad range of recreational sports and games, arts and crafts projects, a daily swim, a weekly field trip, and participate in special enrichment sessions such as cooking, fitness activities, nutrition education, science experiments, drama games and skits, and special events. $195; $158.

Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center, (703) 993-8513, fccamps@gmu.edu

ASIST Suicide Prevention First Aid Training

June 20, 2012 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
June 21, 2012 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Occoquan Building, Verizon Auditorium; Rooms 110H and 110L

The Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training is the most widely used intervention skills training in the US. It is a 2-day, intensive, interactive, and practice-dominated course.

Jackie Inskeep, (703) 993-9779, University Life - Prince William Campus

Dance Etc. School of the Arts: 31st Annual Spring Concert

June 23, 2012 at 7:00 pm
June 24, 2012 at 2:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Merchant Hall

The first act includes the full-length ballet the Enchanted Doll Shop followed by performances in contemporary, jazz and tap dance styles.

Hylton Performing Arts Center, (703)-993-7759

The School of Classic and Creative Dance: Down the Rabbit Hole

June 24, 2012 at 4:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Gregory Family Theater

Come celebrate our fifth year as our dancers along with Alice have a grand adventure Down the Rabbit Hole. The School of Classical & Creative Dance has a tradition of providing great family entertainment, strong classical training, and unique performance and scholarship opportunities for our dancers.

Hylton Performing Arts Center, (703)-993-7759

Summer Camp 2012: Sing, Dance, Play and Create Arts Camp

June 25, 2012 to June 27, 2012 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
July 2, 2012 to July 5, 2012 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
July 9, 2012 to July 11, 2012 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
July 16, 2012 to July 18, 2012 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm

Fairfax Campus, Prince William Campus

We'll sing, dance, play and create with songs and stories based on a whimsical, imaginative theme. Each day will include time for hands-on music making, storytelling, dance and movement, jam session, and an art project. $110.

Potomac Arts Academy, (703) 993-9889, potomac@gmu.edu

Summer Camp 2012: Dance Camp

June 25, 2012 to June 29, 2012 from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center

This camp provides youngsters with a positive and lively approach to jazz and ballet, with a little bit of lyrical dance and hip hop for more fun. $100.

Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center, (703) 993-8513

Castleton Festival: Gershwin and Company: An All-American Evening

June 28, 2012 at 8:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Hylton Performing Arts Center, Merchant Hall

Hylton Performing Arts Box Office, (703) 993-7759

Summer Camp 2012: Scientists Camp, Little

July 9, 2012 to July 13, 2012 from 9:00 am to 9:50 am

Prince William Campus

Each day children learn about a different age-appropriate science concept through hands-on experiences. Caregiver participation required. $50.

Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center, (703) 993-8513, fccamps@gmu.edu

Summer Camp 2012: Drama Kids: Dramatizing Fractured Fairytales

July 9, 2012 to July 13, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Prince William Campus, Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center

$175.

Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center, (703) 993-8513

Summer Camp 2012: Science Camp

July 9, 2012 to July 13, 2012 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm

Prince William Campus

Discover a magical world during this two-week hands-on camp that explores the three major scientific fields: physical, chemical, and biological. $160; $80.

Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center, (703) 993-8513, fccamps@gmu.edu