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Fahrenkopf-Manatt 2026

Promoting Bipartisanship in a Period of Polarization

At GSPM’s annual Fahrenkopf-Manatt Lecture, Republicans and Democrats find themselves agreeing on a number of issues.

Deanna Kemp, director of the Centre for Social Responsibility in Mining (CSRM) at Australia’s University of Queensland, delivered a keynote at the conference. (GW Alliance for a Sustainable Future)

Interdisciplinary Sloan Foundation Conference Digs Deep on Critical Minerals

The two-day gathering, co-hosted by GW’s Sustainability Research Institute and geography department, brought researchers together with experts outside academia.

Zoe Szajnfarber addressed the audience at TRAILSCon. (GW Today)

Researchers at the Heart of AI Look to the Future

At TRAILSCon 2026, an interdisciplinary cadre of AI experts came together to assess challenges and opportunities in the field.

Yoon Shik and Haewon Park

New Named Professorship Honors Legacy of GW International Finance Expert Yoon Shik Park and Spouse

Heawon Kang Park’s generous philanthropy ensures that her husband’s lifelong commitment to teaching and their shared values—education, service and humility—will endure at GW for generations.

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GW Board of Trustees Elects New Officers

Mark Chichester has been elected chair; Todd Klein has been named vice chair; and Jeffrey Flaks will continue to serve as secretary.

 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.

Mary Anne Franks

GW Law Professor Honored with NAACP Archewell Digital Civil Rights Award

Mary Anne Franks is recognized for her leadership in advancing equality and safety in the digital space.

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Chief Brito’s First Months at GWPD Bring Progress Enhancing Safety

Priorities have included aligning officers with GW culture, advancing supervisor training and the arming process, and connecting with students and partners.