Alumni News

Interdisciplinary Studies alumni Mischa Geracoulis' first book Media Framing and the Destruction of Cultural Heritage: News Narratives about Artsakh and Gaza was published in April as a part of the Routledge Focus on Media and Humanitarian Action series. 

A synopsis of Mischa Geracoulis' final project has been published in "International Journal of Human Rights Education, Vol. 8" Her project is titled "Making Curricular Space for Critical Media Literacy and Human Rights Education."

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is proud to honor Mike Kostrzewa, MAIS '95, PhD Education '02, with the 2024 Distinguished Alumni award in MAIS. Kostrzewa has more than 35 years of experience as a human resources professional with Fortune 500 companies such as GTE, GE, ITT, and local professional services companies serving federal and commercial clients.

Kathy E. Hollinger, MAIS ’96, is being honored with a Distinguished Alumni Award. She is president and CEO of the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW). Since 2012, her visionary leadership has guided the regional trade organization representing thousands of restaurants and the foodservice industry.

MAIS graduate receives award for their work in advocating for social justice, equality, and inclusivity at Mason.

Since graduating with a MAIS is Religion, Culture & Values, Andrew Thrasher has landed an Adjunct Instructor position with Tidewater Community College, will be presenting a paper abroad at the 10th Annual Polish Philosophical Congress and is also pursuing a Master's of Divinity.