Alumnus Veteran Dedicates Himself in Service to the Country
In honor of Veterans Day, we caught up with Jared Awner, ESIA MA ’20, an Army veteran and State Department intelligence research specialist.
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Stories from Our Community
GW alumni are change makers, creators, and leaders in virtually every industry. Through their stories, we see the transformative impact of a GW education.
GW to Honor Distinguished Alumni and Supporters at Annual Spirit of GW Awards Ceremony
GW Alumni is proud to announce the recipients of its annual Spirit of GW Awards, recognizing five individuals whose exceptional leadership, service, and dedication to the community embody the university’s standards of excellence.
Spirit of GW Awards Celebrate Leadership, Service and Excellence
The event honored distinguished alumni and supporters whose achievements and generosity embody the values and mission of GW.
A GW Alumna Inspires Change After Seeing Some Youth Left Out of Schools in Ghana
Elaine Jeanette Walton partnered with her GSEHD professors to train educators and expand inclusive education in Ghana.
Washingtonian Names 15 Women with GW Ties to Its Most Powerful Women in Washington List
The 2025 version from the D.C.-based magazine highlights women who are making an impact in the nation’s capital and beyond.
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.
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.
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.
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.