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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.

 


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GW Alumna Receives National Emerging Leadership Award

The award honors Annaliza Perez Torres’s early-career excellence in materials and process engineering.
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Revolutionary Tales: A GW Veteran’s March from Commission to Commencement

After seven years in the Army and deployments to Africa and Iraq, Class of 2025 graduate Reggie Jaramillo found his purpose at GW—and a mission to empower student veterans.
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‘Your Gut Doesn’t Lie’: WNBA’s Jones Inspires Graduates to Trust Their Instincts

The GW basketball Hall of Famer and rights advocate headlined a joyous Commencement ceremony for the Class of 2025 on the National Mall.
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At Lisner, José Andrés Tells an Epic Story—His Own

The renowned chef, author, humanitarian and founder of GW’s Global Food Institute discussed his new book, “Change the Recipe.”
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Corcoran Alumna Selected for New York Times Fellowship

Tierney Cross will be part of the 2025-2026 cohort of New York Times fellows.

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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.

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.

Margaux Manley Lima

Alumni in Focus: Margaux Manley Lima, EdD ‘14

January 15, 2025

GSEHD alumna Margaux Manley Lima, EdD ‘14, currently serves as an executive coach for leaders and organizations who want to make a difference.