Student Life

Alumni and Families Weekend

GW’s Alumni and Families Weekend Brings ’90s Nostalgia and a Fresh Look

From throwback parties to a first peek at GW’s updated marketing direction, the university community is invited to celebrate together on campus Oct. 24 to 26.

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GW Students Work to Bridge Political Divides

Student groups and leaders foster spaces for constructive dialogue while attempting to temper partisan animosity.

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Getting to Know the DMV: Penn Quarter

This arts and entertainment district is filled with hip restaurants, fun museums and a hub for professional sports.

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Our Summer with the Yankees

GW students Sarah Hochstein and Brady Rosenstock interned with the Yankee Entertainment and Sports Network, gaining valuable experience in the studio and at the ballpark.

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GW Senior Builds Alumni Connections While Making Post-Grad Plans

As Anna Ward explored her next steps after graduation, the GW senior turned to alumni for guidance and found a mentor in Tom Barry.

GW SAFETY FAIR 2025

Photo Gallery: GW Safety and Security Fair on Kogan Plaza

Annual event shared safety tips, safety tool giveaways, how-to instructions.

MSSC BLOCK PARTY 2025

Photo Gallery: MSSC Block Party

This annual event aims to bring a sense of community to GW students, faculty and staff.

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The Loop Celebrates One Year of Sustainable Impact

The free clothing exchange store has served 1,600 customers while diverting nearly 2,500 pounds of textiles from landfills.

Raise High with GWPD 2025

Photo Gallery: Raising High with GWPD

GWPD event helps to build community, relationships and trust with students.

Knapp Fellows 2025

Four GW Students Earn Knapp Fellowships

The program funds and empowers undergraduate and graduate students who develop entrepreneurial service-learning initiatives.

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Revolutionary Tales - Sofia Hashemi

Revolutionary Tales: Service-Minded First-Year Student Sofia Hashemi Begins Her GW Journey.

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Getting to Know the DMV: H Street NE

Discover this strip during the annual H Street Festival on Sept. 20.

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GW Champion Swimmer Develops Nutrition Platform

Twelve-time A-10 champion Ganesh Sivaramakrishnan recently launched PowerPlatez, an app designed to help busy people eat smarter and save time and money.

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GW Students Emphasize Pride and Connection for Latin Heritage Celebration 2025

With this year’s theme, “Raíces Que Nos Guían,” organizers hope to help fellow students reconnect with the past, face the present and shape the future.

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Student Input Helps to Further Transform Square 80 into a Community Oasis

GW sustainability minor capstone students expand Square 80 plaza with native plants, brick paths, intimate green spaces designed to foster campus community.

 

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