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University’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan Released

The action plan is based on DEI recommendations by the Diversity Program Review Team and includes efforts GW has already implemented or is actively exploring.

2024 SMPA Terker Fellows

SMPA Welcomes Two New Terker Distinguished Fellows

Award-winning journalist David Sanger and CEO of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Marco Davis will contribute their expertise to discussions and events at GW.

Markella Lanara, Nina Balandina and Jack Hatcher have been selected as the 2024-2025 Presidential Fellows.

GW Announces the 2024-2025 Presidential Fellowship Cohort

Fellows in the refreshed program will receive full tuition benefits, professional development and $35,000 annually.

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University Completes Final Phase of Arming Implementation

All supervisory officers have completed rigorous requirements to qualify for arming.

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Beyond Farm to Table: Global Food Institute Launches Minor in Food Leadership

The 18-credit program at GW covers the way food systems interact with policy, culture, sustainability and more.

Adams Morgan

Getting to Know the DMV: Adams Morgan

This vibrant neighborhood has something for everyone, including the upcoming Adams Morgan Day Festival on Sept. 8.

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Michael Lipitz Introduced as GW Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics

Lipitz said GW Athletics will need to be “nimble” and “innovative” to keep up with the ever-changing landscape of collegiate athletics.

New seating replaced the old in Lisner Auditorium

GW Facilities Team Improves Life on Campus

Multiple changes, both visible and invisible, bring increased comfort to many campus buildings.

Ellen M. Granberg addresses Convocation

GW Welcomes the Class of 2028 at Convocation

President Ellen M. Granberg challenged first-year and new transfer students to learn, grow and push boundaries to become the kind of leaders the world needs.

Vanice Antrum, Hailey Williams and Hannah Youssef join the Center in its 55th year.

Multicultural Student Services Center Welcomes New Staff

Vanice L. Antrum, Hailey Williams and Hannah Youssef share an expansive vision for the GW institution as it enters its 55th year.

President Ellen M. Granberg and Vice Provost and Dean of Students Colette Coleman meet with first-year students and families moving into Thurston Hall on Friday morning.

New Students Come from Far and Wide to Begin Their GW Journeys

Annual Move-In signals the start of another academic year at the university.

Commencement 2024

Commencement Week 2025 School and College Celebration Schedule Announced

The university-wide Commencement on the National Mall will be Sunday, May 18, 2025.

Chantal de Jonge Oudraat (right) at the Missing Peace Global Symposium hosted by the United States Institute of Peace.

Elliott School Names Chantal de Jonge Oudraat as Program Director of Master of Arts in International Affairs

Chantal de Jonge Oudraat is an internationally known scholar who has held leadership positions at many international organizations.

University Student Center

Student Rights and Responsibilities Changes Name to Conflict Education and Student Accountability

The rebranding caps a years-long effort on increasing the use of restorative principles and methods as part of a spectrum of approaches to managing student harms.

Michael Lipitz

Michael Lipitz Is GW’s Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics

Lipitz comes to GW from University of Illinois Chicago, where he has been director of intercollegiate athletics since 2019.

 

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