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Originally from Detroit, Michigan, Patrick Sargent joined the military at age 17 to become a U.S. Air Force security policeman. In 2002, after twenty years of service, he prepared to retire from the military, and while completing his degree in political science an entry-level printmaking class changed his trajectory.

Adrian Scalzo is one of the Technology Specialist for the College of Visional and Performing Arts. He received his BFA in Sculpture from George Mason University and has been working with the Tech Team since 2019.

Emily Schneider is a creative marketer who thrives on research and inventive wordplay.

Kayla Shultz is Audience Development Assistant at the Center for the Arts, CVPA

Stacey has worked either with or for arts organizations throughout her career. Currently, she is the digital strategist for the Center for the Arts and Hylton Performing Arts Center at George Mason University...

Dr. Scott Seifried earned the BFA degree in Classical Guitar Performance from Carnegie Mellon University, the Master of Music degree from James Madison University, and the PhD in Education from George Mason University.

Thuy Senser (pronounced Twee) is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University. He helps nonprofit organizations to successfully navigate digital transformation. This work includes development of websites...

Kimberly Sheridan is an Associate Professor of Educational Psychology. She received her doctorate in Human Development and Psychology in June 2006 from Harvard University Graduate School of Education. She holds a joint appointment in the College of Visual and Performing Arts.

Clarinetist Kristen Grattan Sheridan has dedicated her career to teaching. In 2001 she established the Sheridan Studio of Music in Fairfax, VA and has consistently maintained a roster of 50 students. Her students regularly earn top positions in district, regional, and state ensembles, gain admission to prestigious summer programs, receive scholarships to study music at the collegiate level, and go on to become music educators and professional clarinetists. She is in demand as an adjudicator, guest clinician, recitalist, lecturer, and freelance performer on the East Coast.

Susan Shields is the recipient of the 2006 Choo-San Goh Award for Choreography, has created dances for numerous professional companies and universities.