Student Life

Susan Kelly-Weeder. (GW Nursing)

Q&A: Alcohol Safety at the End of the School Year

GW Nursing Dean Susan Kelly-Weeder discusses negative health outcomes associated with excessive alcohol use and the rise of abstinence among college students.

Edlyn Rochon

First-Generation College Graduate Has a Hunger for Learning

Master’s degree candidate Edlyn Rochon, also a GW staff member, will enter a Ph.D. program in the fall.

Grace Curry

Graduating Lacrosse Player Grace Curry Found Her Stride—and the Record Book

The GW senior capped her career with a program record 66 goals, turning confidence, teamwork and resilience into a historic final season.

Bryson Handy

For GW Truman Scholar, Public Service Means Opening Doors

Bryson Handy credits his family with inspiring his commitment to public service and belief that a more equitable world is possible.

GW Serves: Campbill-Gill

GW Serves: Finding Purpose in the Classroom

GW senior Mackenzie Campbell-Gill discovered confidence, connection and a passion for helping others while tutoring D.C. elementary students.

GW students in Kogan Plaza

GW Community Members Honored With 2026 Excellence in Student Life Awards

Nominated students, faculty, staff and student organizations received a variety of awards recognizing their contributions to campus life.

Women in a gallery at NEXT Extravaganza

Walking Inside a Kaleidoscope

Annual NEXT Extravaganza draws more than 1,000 revelers to the Flagg Building for a celebration of art.

Students on campus

GW Adds Independent Review Panel, Restores Full Appeals in Draft Code of Student Conduct

Faculty and student feedback drives two significant changes; a final 10-day comment period opens today ahead of a June 1 effective date.

Fountain Day 2026

In Photos: Spring Festivities at Mount Vernon Campus

Students watched the MVC fountain bubble for the first time this spring, enjoyed food and games and spent time relaxing with their peers.

TEDxFoggyBottom

TEDxFoggyBottom Conference Returns with Theme ‘Two Steps Forward’

Annual student-organized event on Saturday will convene innovators, entrepreneurs and changemakers for a day of talks and community engagement.

Outdoor yoga

Spring 2026 Final Exam Period Resources

The Division for Student Affairs offers resources and well-being support through finals.

AAPI

#GWToDo: Celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage in 2026

A zine launch and Philippine Cultural Society celebration on campus, plus citywide events including a Hawaiian celebration, D.C.’s dragon boat race and more.

Ethan Fitzgerald student speaker competition

Ethan Fitzgerald Selected as 2026 Student Speaker for Commencement on the National Mall

The former Student Government Association president will represent GW’s Class of 2026, encouraging fellow graduates to “meet the moment.”

Kacper Surdy stands near the statue of George Washington in University Yard

GW Graduate Student Is a Noted Expert on Congressional Rules

Master’s degree student Kacper Surdy knows all about parliamentary procedure.

SGA elections 2026

MJ Childs Elected SGA President, Aicha Sy Vice President

Sophomore leaders win SGA races with focus on affordability, accessibility and campus connection.

 

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