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GW alumni are change makers, creators, and leaders in virtually every industry. Through their stories, we see the transformative impact of a GW education.

 


Jay Khurana (left) and Peter Lavan at Nationals Park. (William Atkins/GW Today)

How GW Alumni Are Building Their Careers in Sports

Two GW Business graduates found roles with the Washington Nationals by gaining hands-on experience through internships and building strong industry connections.
Elizabeth Bleuer

Alumna’s Career Takes Unexpected but Exciting Pivot

With the dismantling of USAID earlier this year, Elizabeth Bleuer, ESIA MA ’16, helped to reimagine what her company could offer.
Alan Siegel, B.A. '05, is the author of a new book about “The Simpsons.” He returned to Washington, D.C., on a book tour over the summer, making a stop at Solid State Books. (Greg Varner/GW Today)

Alumnus Writes Book on the First and Most Influential Decade of ‘The Simpsons’

At George Washington University, Alan Siegel bonded with other students over a love for the show.
Inspired by his brother Jeremy, Nate Diskint’s work builds on lessons he developed while a student at GW. (Photo by Sabrina Hajsok)

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.
RamenNow! desktop ramen cooker on one side; the other side is a picture of Travis Thul at a speaking engagement

Alumni in Focus: Travis Thul, D.Eng ‘18

GW Engineering alumnus Travis Thul, D.Eng ‘18, discusses the process behind his invention of the world’s first desktop ramen noodle cooker.

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GW Alumni in Focus

Whether it’s volunteering in their communities, running for office, or excelling at professional endeavors, GW alumni are carving their own paths and building a greater world.

 

RamenNow! desktop ramen cooker on one side; the other side is a picture of Travis Thul at a speaking engagement

Alumni in Focus: Travis Thul, D.Eng ‘18

August 12, 2025

GW Engineering alumnus Travis Thul, D.Eng ‘18, discusses the process behind his invention of the world’s first desktop ramen noodle cooker.

Lisa Friedman

Alumni in Focus: Lisa Friedman

February 12, 2025

Author, essayist, and CCAS alumna Lisa Friedman, BA ‘82, discusses her writing career and the importance of never giving up, as well as how GW helped her accomplish her goals.

Mohanad Alsaid

Alumni in Focus: Mohanad Alsaid

February 12, 2025

GSEHD alumni Mohanad Alsaid, MA ‘23, shares his passion for advancing education and sustainable development in the Middle East and beyond through his non-profit the Alsaid Foundation.

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