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Hussam named Outstanding American by Choice

Monday, 3 November 2008


Mason chemistry professor Abul Hussam was named an Outstanding American by Choice by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Hussam was recognised by Jonathan Scharfen, the USCIS acting director, at a naturalisation ceremony for 50 new citizens held October 21 on Mason's Fairfax Campus, said a press release.
"Through his accomplishments, Dr Hussam has made an outstanding contribution to humanity. His work here at Mason has made a difference for thousands of people in his native country and beyond, and I congratulate him on this further recognition of his achievements," said Mason President Alan Merten.