In Video: Is the State of Modern Democracy in Peril?
In conversation with CCAS Dean Paul Wahlbeck, Assistant Professor of History Timothy Shenk discusses the impact of modern American politics on our democracy.
Politics & Society
Innovators Pitch Dual-Use Tech to Federal, Commercial Markets
OIE showcases the top performing teams in the Mid-Atlantic NSF I-Corps program and features talks by defense and federal government experts.
Photo Gallery: Mock Shaadi in Foggy Bottom
The GW Pakistani Students Association celebrated its annual mock traditional wedding, Mock Shaadi, Friday.
A new book edited by SMPA’s Imani M. Cheers explores the evolution of Black women in television and film.
GW Experts Say 2025 Elections Show Voters Sought Affordability and Authenticity
GSPM panel says last week’s results that shifted left reveal priorities around credibility and everyday governance.
Author Garrett Graff Reflects on Watergate’s Lessons for Modern Democracy
Speaking about his book at GW, the historian and journalist illustrated how checks and balances prevailed then and why that still matters today.
GW Business Forum Highlighted How AI Is Transforming Workforce, Future of Leadership
The third annual Business Forum brought industry leaders and experts to share their insights on the evolving workforce.
IDDP Hosts Discussion on Democracy in Trump’s America
The IDDP event gathered political leaders and scholars to assess the state of American democracy amid growing polarization.
Students in Inaugural Cohort of GW’s Humanitarian Internship Program Showcase Their Work
Paid summer internships blended valuable professional experience with helping communities in need.
GW Students Work to Bridge Political Divides
Student groups and leaders foster spaces for constructive dialogue while attempting to temper partisan animosity.
GW Faculty Members Share Advice on Fostering Dialogue in Classrooms
Teaching Day workshops and a panel presented techniques and ideas for making students feel confident about contributing.
Sonia Sotomayor: When Checks and Balances Fail, ‘Do You Understand What You’re Losing?’
The Supreme Court associate justice joined retired U.S. Court of Appeals judge David Tatel at GW to discuss disability, writing and the integrity of the nation’s highest court.
Q & A with the New Co-Directors of GW’s Institute for Data, Democracy and Politics
As co-directors, Bailard and Porter aim to strengthen IDDP’s role in supporting informed public dialogue.
GW Alumnus Nate Diskint Builds Homes to Break Barriers
The 2012 graduate turned a family challenge into an innovative inclusive housing community for adults with disabilities.
GW Alumnus Planting Community Garden in West Africa for Final Peace Corps Project
2023 international affairs graduate Oliver Haddow has worked extensively on urban agriculture projects and trainings for his Senegalese town.
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