GW Named among 2026’s Best Colleges for Future Leaders
Time Magazine listed GW 29th among 125 universities producing leaders in policy, business, research, education and culture.
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.
GWSB Professor Named Among World’s Most Highly Cited Researchers of 2025
Aguinis is recognized for his significant contributions to global economics and business knowledge.
GW Student Received Distinguished Undergraduate Award
Olivia Nippe-Jeakins was recognized for her academic excellence.
GW Alumna Received Lifetime Achievement Award
The award highlighted Julie Monaco’s decades-long influence and leadership in the financial services industry.
GW Nursing Professor Received Prestigious National Social Justice Award
Yang was honored for his leadership in advancing health equity and social justice in public health.
GWSB Professor Co-Leads NIH-Funded Program to Strengthen Research Leadership
The TEAMS Program integrates evidence-based leadership development with practical collaboration skills.
GW Law Dean Dayna Bowen Matthew Inducted into National Academy of Medicine
Dean Matthew was recognized for leadership in law, health and public policy.
GW IEEE PES-IAS Chapter Ranked First in North America
The chapter based in GW Engineering earns top spot for leadership and innovation in engineering.
GW Senior Fellow Awarded 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics
Philippe Aghion received the prestigious award for his pioneering research on innovation and economic growth.
GW Law Ranked Among Top Schools for Business Law
The National Jurist awarded GW Law a high rating for its robust business law program.
Elliott School Professor’s Book Featured on U.K. Royal Air Force Reading List
Aaron Bateman’s book offers insights on military space strategy and Cold War diplomacy.
GWSB Professor Wins National Award for Research in Renewable Energy Innovation
Long He is recognized for his research on green hydrogen infrastructure.
GW Alumnus Explores History’s Most Impactful Political Missteps
Robert Blaemire’s book examines 15 consequential decisions that reshaped America.
GW Professor Wins Lepgold Prize
Jeffrey Ding’s new book includes research on the impact of technology on global power competition.
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