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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Neil Johnson

CCAS Professor Co-Authors New Book

Neil Johnson’s book explores the science behind surprising catastrophic events and how they can be anticipated.

Saquib Saifee

GW Alumnus Presents at Cybersecurity Conference

Saquib Saifee delivered two talks on AI security and cybersecurity careers at the 2026 conference.

Scott Pace received the award during the opening ceremony of the International Astronautical Congress.

Elliott School Professor Receives Inaugural IAF Research Award

Scott Pace was recognized for his outstanding contributions to academic and scientific research in the space sector.

Professor's gate with fall leaves

Two GW Academic Leaders Elected as Fellows of the National Academy of Public Administration

Graduate School of Political Management Executive Director Debbie Mucarsel-Powell and Elliott School Dean Alyssa Ayres join a distinguished group of public service leaders recognized by the academy.

Jessica McCaughey

CCAS Professor Wrote New Book

Jessica McCaughey’s book explores how writing skills develop across different careers, industries and life experiences.

Gabriela Rosenblau

CCAS Professor Receives Simons Foundation Grant

Gabriela Rosenblau received funding to support undergraduate research opportunities in neuroscience.

Bill Halal

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.

GW Business students

GWSB Students Gained Industry Experience at Annual Destination DC Event

Students connected with tourism and hospitality leaders at the annual event.

 David Tamay

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.

Angela R. Pashayan

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.

Khadijah Akeem-Cox

GW Ph.D. Student Completes Prestigious ACLS Fellowship

Khadijah Akeem-Cox completed a research project with CAIR as part of the fellowship.

 Michael McDonald

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.

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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.

Tressa Rae Finerty

GW Alumna Appointed as UN Deputy High Commissioner for Refugees

Tressa Rae Finerty has extensive experience in diplomacy, humanitarian affairs and international cooperation.

Michael Massiah

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.

 

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