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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.
CCAS Professor Receives Simons Foundation Grant
Gabriela Rosenblau received funding to support undergraduate research opportunities in neuroscience.
Professor Emeritus Bill Halal Authors New Book
The book, which explores the rise of global consciousness in the digital age, reached best seller status on Amazon.
GWSB Students Gained Industry Experience at Annual Destination DC Event
Students connected with tourism and hospitality leaders at the annual event.
GW Junior Earns Fellowship to John Lewis Young Leaders Program
Selected from over 500 applicants, David Tamay will join 14 other students from public and private universities across the country in the 2026-2027 cohort.
Political Science Faculty Member Addresses United Nations
Angela R. Pashayan highlighted the importance of advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at the United Nations.
GW Ph.D. Student Completes Prestigious ACLS Fellowship
Khadijah Akeem-Cox completed a research project with CAIR as part of the fellowship.
Senate Confirms GW Alumnus as Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities
Michael McDonald will serve as the 13th chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
GW Named a Top-Performing Institution for Nationally Recognized Boren Awards
Sponsored by the federal government, undergraduates graduate students study abroad in destinations deemed critical to US national security interests.
GW Alumna Appointed as UN Deputy High Commissioner for Refugees
Tressa Rae Finerty has extensive experience in diplomacy, humanitarian affairs and international cooperation.
CCAS Professor Served as Distinguished Visiting Professor in Guyana
Michael Massiah taught chemistry and biochemistry courses and supported research and program development at the University of Guyana.
CCAS Professor Receives Fulbright Award
Madison Brumbaugh will work with autism specialists in Kyrgyzstan.
GSEHD Alumnus Named Virginia Principal of Distinction
Brandon Wolfe was recognized for excellence in school leadership and instructional practice.
Tessa Fabiniak earned the 17th annual Marilyn J. Koering Award after achieving the highest grade in anatomical sciences.
SMPA Professor Named to 2026 Journalism Hall of Fame
Cheryl W. Thompson was recognized for her award-winning investigative journalism and contributions to the field.
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