George Mason University RUF International

Join us Fridays @ 6:00 PM for Dinner & Discussion!

RUF International welcomes students and scholars from around the world to George Mason University. We love these international friends, not only for the fun friendships and the global perspective they bring to our lives, but because we believe that each one of these individuals is created in the image of God. These students have become our neighbors, and it is a privilege to serve them. We do this through meeting physical needs (airport pickups, grocery shopping, etc), building community (weekly dinners, cultural events, etc) and providing a safe environment to explore the foundations of the Kingdom of God. While we are a resource to these students who are far away from family and friends, we also seek to be a resource for the local community, promoting international friendships and cultural exchange.

Join Us

Dinner and Discussions

Fridays at 6:00 PM
Contact Matthew or Janelle for more details

Stammtisch

Wednesdays 3:00-5:00 PM
In the Johnson Center

Connect

Meet Our Team

Matthew Delong

Matthew Delong

Campus Minister

Matthew grew up in Florence, KY and attended Murray State University. After graduating with a degree in Music Education in 2002, Matthew moved to Alabama to serve at a Christian camp. During his time there, he felt called to attend seminary, and headed over to Westminster Seminary California (MDiv 2010), where he met Sherrene (MA Theological Studies 2011). They were married on 9/10/11. Matthew started RUF International at Auburn University in 2014 and was the Campus Minister for International Students there until 2018 when he transferred to George Mason University. Matthew and Sherrene have one son, Isaac (2016), and they enjoy serving the international community together.

Janelle Grove

Janelle Grove

Campus Staff

Janelle graduated from Thomas Edison State University in 2015 with a degree in Entrepreneurship. She and her twin sister ran a bakery out of their home for several years. Besides baking and cooking a variety of international cuisines, Janelle’s hobbies include playing piano, working out, reading, craft projects, studying cultures, and taking care of her indoor “jungle” of house plants. Her travels to Asia, Africa, and the Middle East have contributed to Janelle's love for people from all over the world. She is delighted to be welcoming and befriending international students right in her own home town!