2025 WARS/VARC Conference

2025 Washington Area Research Symposium (WARS) / Virginia Accounting Research Conference (VARC)

The Accounting Area of the Costello College of Business is excited to host the annual Washington Accounting Research Symposium (WARS)/Virginia Accounting Research Conference (VARC) on May 22-23, 2025. This joint conference will bring together accounting faculty from universities in the D.C. area and across Virginia, offering a platform for presenting research and networking with colleagues from nearby institutions. Held at the Horizon Building on George Mason University’s Fairfax campus, this two-day event promises a dynamic and engaging experience with thought-provoking discussions. We would like to thank Kearney & Company for sponsoring the conference and the Kearney & Company Accounting Workshop Series.

Event Summary:
2025 Washington Accounting Research Symposium (WARS) /Virginia Accounting Research Conference (VARC)
Start Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025
End Date: Friday, May 23, 2025
Location: 1014 Horizon Hall

Hotel Information: Special Group Rate
Residence Inn Fairfax City for 169.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book: Thursday, April 24, 2025

Parking: Shenandoah Park Deck. Visitor Levels are on 1, 4, & 5. 10443 Sandy Creek Way, Fairfax, VA 22030 - $19 per day.
Click here for Visitor Parking Information

Fairfax Campus Map: Click here

The Shenandoah Parking Deck is building 43, and Horizon Hall is building 28 on the Campus Map.

About Costello College of Business at George Mason University: 
The Donald G. Costello College of Business at George Mason University is one of the largest business schools in Virginia, and is located near Washington, D.C., in Arlington and Fairfax, and at George Mason’s global campus in Incheon, South Korea. The college’s AACSB-accredited business and accounting curricula prepare undergraduate and graduate students from the U.S. and across the globe for career success in business and government. Its research-based faculty and focus on multidisciplinary academic programs, inclusive entrepreneurship, modular education, experiential learning, and corporate partner engagement are transforming the landscape of business education and workforce development. Learn more at business.gmu.edu.

About George Mason University: 
George Mason University is Virginia’s largest public research university. Located near Washington, D.C., George Mason enrolls more than 40,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states. George Mason has grown rapidly over the past half-century and is recognized for its innovation and entrepreneurship, remarkable diversity, and commitment to accessibility.