Max graduated from George Mason with a bachelor’s degree in communication and a focus in public relations. Max enrolled at mason in the fall of 2024 and graduated 18 months later, in December of 2025. Max graduated Magnum Cum Laude, and was featured as a George Mason brand ambassador for being a returning student and his role as the head coach of Mason’s men’s rugby teams.

While at Mason, Max was known for his leadership in group projects and his initiative to be involved and active in the classroom. During the fall of 2025, Max was also a team leader for the development of the public relations campaign for the Students Strengths Coaching Program, which helped to grow the brand, ahead of their inaugural semester in the spring of 2026.