Fourth Estate
OPINION: Cuts to SNAP may be mitigated by donating to local food banks
|For many Americans, November brings thoughts of a gluttonous holiday meal. But, for those Americans enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly referred to as SNAP, November brings a kick in the face reminder of their poverty.
On Nov. 1, a recession era boost in benefits expired, thus approximately 47 million people will have to cope with reduced food stamps just as the holiday season begins. The general consensus within the GOP seems to be that if the food stamp recipients work hard enough, they should be able to pull themselves out of poverty.
Student Government urges Parking Services Advisory Committee to reduce costs
|Student Government recently passed a resolution entitled “A Resolution in Support of a Parking Citation Fine Reduction Policy,” which supports a 15 percent decrease in all parking fines. It was passed 33-0-2 at the Nov. 21 meeting.
Evan Del Duke, the author of the resolution and the speaker pro-tempore of the senate, said the main goal of the resolution is to start a conversation with administrative offices, such as the Parking Services Advisory Committee, about how to save students money on parking costs.
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Letter to the Editor: How Mason has engaged the student body about a Good Samaritan policy|A recent issue in Fourth Estate discussed concerns regarding the University’s lack of a medical amnesty policy, or a ‘Good Samaritan’ policy as it is commonly known. Mason men's basketball defeats Rhode Island, 61-54|The Mason men’s basketball team defeated Rhode Island on Saturday afternoon at the Patriot Center, 61-54. Jalen Jenkins posted 11 rebounds and five blocks, while tying his career-high in scoring with nine points. Sherrod Wright tallied 16 points, and Marko Gujanicic had 13 on the night. Bryon Allen added 6 assists, but ended the night with only six points. “I know that every night I’m not going to score and make every shot,” Allen said. “But I tried to keep my defensive energy going.” [PREVIEW] George Mason vs. Rhode Island -- Men's Basketball|The Mason men’s basketball team returns home to the Patriot Center today to host Atlantic 10 conference member Rhode Island at 4 p.m. in a non-conference matchup, the third in a three-year series started before Mason joined the A-10. Rhode Island at a glance Mason holds the series at 2-0, with the last meeting between these two teams resulting in a 55-52 win for the Patriots. URI (6-2) is on a three-game winning streak heading into this matchup, with most recent victories over McNeese State, UNC Asheville and UMass Lowell. [PREVIEW] George Mason vs. Princeton -- Men's Basketball|The Mason men’s basketball team travels to Princeton, NJ to take on Princeton at 8 p.m. tonight at Jadwin Gym. The Tigers and Patriots (4-1) meet for the first time in program history. Princeton at a glance Princeton (3-1) is on a two-game winning streak, with their most recent victories coming over Rice and Lafayette. REVIEW: An Evening of One-Acts|Mason Players host their first one-act showcase with shows that cast ominous shadows on the human condition. There are very few opportunities for students see a one act play. Until very recently, Mason had yet to find a way to produce shorter work that exceeded ten minutes but fell short of a full 90 minute play. The “Evening of One-Acts” hosted by Mason Players from Nov. 21-24 finally gave students the chance to see two established one-act plays. As previous studio shows have been, these plays were directed, acted and designed by students. Mason men's soccer season ends with loss in second round of NCAA Tournament|Mason men’s soccer team finished its run in the NCAA tournament, as the Patriots lost 1-0 to the University of New Mexico in the second round on Sunday night. A late goal by junior midfielder James Rogers in the 83rd minute materialized the dominance the Lobos exerted throughout the game. [PREVIEW] 2013 NCAA Men's Soccer Tournament -- George Mason vs. New Mexico (Round 2)|On Thursday night, Mason men’s soccer team survived the roulette of penalties for the second time in its last four games to defeat a strong College of William and Mary side in the first round of the NCAA tournament. With the teams locked at 2-2 after 110 minutes of play, it was the composure and accuracy of Julio Arjona, Zach Herstek, Wes Sever and Chase Miller from the penalty spot, as well as a pair of saves by Steffen Kraus in the frame of the goal, that made the difference and sent the Patriots through. |
