Join us as Mason Square participates in the 14th Annual Mason Nation 9/11 Day of Service. All Mason Square events will be taking place on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. We encourage ALL Mason students, faculty, staff, and alumni to participate! A variety of activations will be available to choose from and participate in throughout the day.
As a result of participation in the 2026 Mason Nation 9/11 Day of Service, participants will have a chance to:
Recognize the value of an individual’s contribution to our community’s effort towards positive social change
Engage and participate in service projects to support our community
Describe at least one way that they can promote positive social change within an organization or in society in general
Participate in active self-reflection regarding one’s own leadership and how they use their experience to contribute to positive change
Events Schedule:
Clothing Drive
Donate gently used women’s professional clothing for Women Giving Back
Donations will be accepted from September 1 – September 9
Drop Off: Van Metre 222
Storytime
Join us as we read about the first responders who keep our community safe & healthy!
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
The Plaza at Mason Square
Stories as Bridges
Participate in an interactive workshop led by Carter School Alum, Dr. Audrey Williams, to learn about Conflict Resolution through Narrative Transformation.
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Fuse 1327
Mason Square Makers
Bring your creative spark as we make “Thank You” cards for Arlington County first responders! Materials provided.
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
The Plaza at Mason Square