We Asked, You Answered: GW's Favorite Book Adaptations
A range of reactions to "The Odyssey," a scalding hot Tolkien take and much, much more.
Student Life
In Video: Welcome Day of Service Student Profile with Makda Johannes
Johannes was a student site leader at McKinley Technology High School, working on projects such as yard work and painting ahead of the upcoming academic year.
GW Welcomes Its Newest Medical Students at White Coat Ceremony
The Class of 2030 brings research experience, varied academic backgrounds and a range of experiences to the start of medical school.
In Photos: GW Kicks Off Fall With Weeks of Welcome
From the Vern to Kogan Plaza and the National Mall, students found plenty of ways to connect, celebrate and build community to begin the school year.
Modernized Mitchell Hall Reopens After 14-Month Revitalization Project
More community space and connecting students with the city are among the upgrades to the iconic GW residence hall.
Announcing GW’s 2026-27 Presidential Fellowship Cohort
Three graduate students will serve in offices throughout the university while building on a legacy of presidential fellows contributing to the GW community.
The Class of 2026’s Advice to Students
Recent graduates say getting involved, keeping an open mind and exploring the city are all keys to making the most out of the GW experience.
Go Serve! GW First-Year and Transfer Students Partake in Projects Across D.C.
At the annual Welcome Day of Service, GW’s Class of 2030 visited 68 sites throughout the nation’s capital, connecting them to the local community.
Class of 2030 Begins GW Journey at Convocation
President Ellen M. Granberg and university leaders welcomed first-year and transfer students to GW and challenged them to use D.C. as an extension of their education.
GW Welcomes Students During Move-In
Students settle into their residence halls as the 2026-2027 academic year begins.
Humanitarian Internship Program’s Second Cohort Celebrates a Summer of On-the-Ground Impact
From multimillion-dollar aid packages to meal lines in D.C., 30 students worked with 11 nonprofit organizations to make a meaningful difference.
GW Students and Alumni Advocate for Food Security at Capitol Hill Summit
The Gen Z Food and Hunger Summit gave students an opportunity to learn about food policy and advocate for meaningful legislation.
GW Civic Changemakers Help Young Voices Shape Their Communities
Through a Nashman Center summer program, GW student interns guide D.C. middle schoolers in turning the issues they care about into community action.
Five GW Students and Alumni Receive Fulbright Grants for 2026–27, with One More Named as Alternate
Selection by the prestigious Fulbright program attests to GW’s international impact.
GW Senior Gets Dream Opportunity at the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup
Volunteering at the World Cup gave Careld Cruz-Argueta a special behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to put on one of the world’s largest sporting events.
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