Real Life 101: Finding Happiness & Purpose in a Stressful & Uncertain Era

Schedule

Thu Mar 19 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

George Mason University (Arlington Campus) | Arlington, VA

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What is the secret to happiness?
About this Event

Could it be as simple as finding one’s purpose? Or as simple as to stop trying to be happy and instead, make others happy?

Join our panel as we expand upon a column by Washington Post writer Dana Milbank. We’ll explore research findings from Cornell as well as George Mason University. Learn about how others have found happiness through purpose.

To enhance the event, meet and greet with some local nonprofits to find out how you might engage and find your purpose! Light refreshments.

Put your name in the hat to play "Go to the Podium" and take your chance at answering five multiple choice questions around this topic!

This event is free with registration!


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Mason Square is conveniently located between two Metro stops: Virginia Square and Clarendon. Street parking is often available. There is parking available in Van Metre Hall (hourly rate).


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George Mason University (Arlington Campus), 3351 Fairfax Drive, Arlington, United States

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