University News

9/11 flag planting 2026

In Photos: GW Remembers 9/11 with Flag Planting and Ceremony on Foggy Bottom Campus

Nearly 3,000 U.S. flags were on display in University Yard to remember those lost, including nine alumni.

George Washington bust on GW's campus

Strategic Framework Working Groups Release Recommendations for Community Feedback

Three groups spent the past year developing recommendations to strengthen advising, expand interdisciplinary research and deepen GW’s D.C. experience.

Share your GW story and win a pair of GW Sneakers!

Fall Campaign Invites GW Community to Share Stories of Proximity and Progress

Community members can share their experiences for a chance to win limited-edition GW sneakers, while the student organization with the most submissions will receive $1,000.

Loeb obit

In Memoriam: John L. Loeb, Jr.

The longtime diplomat and philanthropist helped bring his pioneering work in civic education, religious freedom and democracy to GW.

Moran

Vice President for Communications and Marketing to Leave GW on Oct. 2

During her four-year tenure, Ellen Moran helped guide GW through key initiatives such as the moniker transition, brand refresh and Rev Up! graduate enrollment campaign.

Mitchell Hall

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.

2026-2027 Presidential Fellows

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.

Professor's Gate

GW Alumni Council Welcomes 16 New Members

The new members bring experience across education, public service, business, law, technology and other fields to the council.

School of Nursing

School of Nursing Launches Direct Entry MSN Program

A pathway into nursing for graduates with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree, the program focuses on clinical experience, systems-level education and leadership.

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.

Ellen M. Granberg and Colette Coleman greet students at Move-In 2026

GW Welcomes Students During Move-In

Students settle into their residence halls as the 2026-2027 academic year begins.

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Safety Information for the Start of the Academic Year

University officials offer safety tips and resources.

Jerry Jones outdoors near his Rome Hall office on a sunny day

Have Tunes and a Laptop, Will Travel

GW IT support associate Jerry Jones is also a freelance DJ.

Traevena Byrd

Meet GW’s New Vice President and General Counsel Traevena Byrd

Communication, consistency, transparency and context are principles that drive the seasoned higher education attorney.

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Moody’s Rating Reflects MFA’s Historical Financial Challenges and GW’s Improved Outlook

As expected, Moody’s Ratings downgraded GWW's issuer and revenue bond ratings from A1 to A2 and revised the university’s outlook to stable, the agency announced Tuesday.

 

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