Pause for Applause

Pause for Applause

Pause for Applause celebrates the outstanding achievements of our faculty, staff, students and alumni. Here you'll find a collection of stories showcasing accolades within the GW community.

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Emily Dufton

GW Alumna Wrote Book on America’s Addiction Treatment System

Emily Dufton examines the history and evolution of medication-assisted treatment in the United States.

GWSPH Research Day 2026

GW Students Received Awards for their Research

Four students were recognized for research advancing women’s health and gender equity during SPH Research Day.

The Corcoran School of Arts and Design

Corcoran Students Ranked High in National Design Competition

Three Corcoran students were recognized in the 2026 IIDA Student Design Competition.

Sylven Beck

GSEHD Professor Named Outstanding STEM Educator

Sylven Beck recognized for decades of innovative STEM teaching and partnership with informal science education programs.

The Athlete

GW Alumnus Wrote New Book

Since 2016, author Robert Blaemire has focused on writing, channeling his political insight into books.

Shaista E. Khilji

GSEHD Professor Receives Graduate Faculty Teaching Award

Shaista Khilji was recognized for excellence and innovation in doctoral education.

Deborah Wroblewski

Corcoran Student Named to 2026 METROPOLIS Future100

Deborah Wroblewski was recognized as one of the nation’s top graduating students in architecture and design.

Sally Feng

SMHS Student Receives Prestigious Fellowship

Sally Feng earned a Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award.

Heather Stebbins and Ning Yu's debut duo album, SPIRALS.

Corcoran Professors Release Debut Album

Heather Stebbins and Ning Yu’s SPIRALS explores the intersection of acoustic and electronic sound through collaborative experimentation.

Ahmed Louri

GW Professor Awarded Two New AI Patents

Ahmed Louri has advanced faster, scalable and energy-efficient computing systems for artificial intelligence.

Tamara Nahapetyan

GW Student Performs at Carnegie Hall

Tamara Nahapetyan brought Armenian cultural heritage to one of the world’s most prestigious stages.

 Janet Steele

GW Professor Receives Fulbright Specialist Award for Project in Serbia

Janet Steele will collaborate with the University of Belgrade to strengthen academic partnerships.

 Maria Frawley

GW English Professor Publishes Book on the Language of Jane Austen

Maria Frawley explores the meanings behind key words in Austen’s fiction.

Kara Braciale

Corcoran Lecturer Featured by National Gallery of Art

Kara Braciale highlights the power of observational drawing to reframe everyday objects as subjects of study.

Shweta Shah

GW Alumna Named Finalist for 2026 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching

Shweta Shah is one of 30 educators selected statewide for her impact in the classroom and leadership in innovative learning.

 

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