Politics & Society

Soul Revue 2025

In Photos: Black Heritage Celebration’s Soul Revue

The BHC show highlighted the many ways Black culture has impacted the world.

GW Law student William Schubert, center, addresses the judges on the bench. With Jordan Marcum, seated at left, he represented the petitioners before Chief Judge David J. Barron, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, and Judge Roopali H. Desai.

GW Law Hosts 75th Van Vleck Moot Court Competition

Panel of guest judges headed by U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson praised GW Law students.

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In Photos: Lunar New Year at GW

The GW community gathered for festive celebrations of the Year of the Snake on the Foggy Bottom and Mount Vernon campuses.

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How to Manage in a World of Digital Overload

George Washington University professor Richard Cytowic tackles the overwhelming presence of screens in our lives.

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MLK Jr. Week Keynote Speaker Urges full Embrace of King's Legacy

GW alumna Adjoa Asamoah reminded audience that King’s philosophy was broader than his “I Have a Dream” speech.

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GW Community Honors MLK Jr.’s Legacy with 30th Annual Day of Service and Leadership

Over 500 GW students engaged in community service projects across D.C. and reflected on MLK Jr.’s vision of peace and justice.

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GW Students, Leaders and Biden Administration Member Discuss Importance of Carrying on MLK Jr.’s Vision

Michael Smith, CEO of the federal agency AmeriCorps, joined GW community reflecting on King’s call for a ‘beloved community.’

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White House Adviser Arati Prabhakar Discusses AI, Climate Change and Promoting Health

President Biden’s director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy talked about her work in the White House, what’s ahead in technology in a conversation with GW President Granberg.

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In Video: Our Democracy at Work

CCAS Dean Paul Wahlbeck in discussion with Political Science Professor Christopher Warshaw.

The dome of the U.S. Capitol rises in the sky above two converging rows of American flags

Q & A: What to Watch for at the Inauguration

One of GW’s political science experts says the ceremony is an important bridge between campaigning and governing.

Ambassador Reuben E. Brigety II Honored in Flag Ceremony

The former Elliott School dean concludes his post as U.S. Ambassador to South Africa.

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Post-Election Poll Shows Eroding Trust in Government and Sources of Information

Graduate School of Political Management study shows Americans worry about disinformation and misinformation spreading online.

Jose Andres presented the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

José Andrés Awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom

President Biden presented the world-renowned chef, humanitarian and founder of GW’s Global Food Institute with the nation’s highest civilian honor.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack spoke about the challenges and opportunities facing Americans and the federal government when it comes to food access and affordability.

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Unpacks the Grocery System at Global Food Institute Summit

USDA top official Tom Vilsack spoke at this convening of retailers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics, community leaders and other key stakeholders.

Protesters march in Madison, Wis., after the May 2022 leak of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson. (Adobe)

More Young People Seek Permanent Contraception Post-Roe v. Wade

Milken Institute SPH’s Julia Strasser led a study showing an increase in tubal sterilization and vasectomy after the 2022 Dobbs v. Jackson decision.

 

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