Heather Nesle, B.A. ’97, M.A. ’99, helped bring the first statue of historic women to Central Park.
Alumni Blog Archive
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Congressional Alumni Get Firsthand Briefing on GW’s Innovative Research
GW leadership updated alumni elected to Congress on research at the university and explored ways to expand their working relationships.

GSEHD Alumna Named Regional Schools Superintendent of the Year
Amy Cashwell is in her fifth year as superintendent in Henrico County Public Schools.

Alumna’s Humanitarian Work Placed Her at the Epicenter of the Latest Natural Disaster
Heather Sonya Üner, MA ’15, credits the Elliott School for preparing her to handle the challenges of working in the earthquake zone in Türkiye.

Alumnus Named Chief Marketing Officer Gamechanger by Entrepreneur
Doug Zarkin, BBA '92, is the chief marketing officer of the Pearle Vision brand of EssilorLuxottica.

Alumna and SMHS Professor Lisa Schwartz Received Prominent Fellowship
Schwartz will study the professional development of genetic counselors.

Alumna Denise Hyater-Lindenmuth Named to Run the National Women’s Health Network
Hyater-Lindenmuth continues her senior-level roles at top health care organizations.

Chris Harvell, BS ’98, reflects on how a GW scholarship set him on a path of entrepreneurship and advocacy.

Leader of the Nashville COVID-19 Response Credits GW for Career Success
Alex Jahangir, BS ’99, said attending GW "fundamentally changed" his life.

British Robinson, MVC ’89, Named to Forbes 50 over 50 List for Impact
Robinson is the CEO and president of the Barbara Bush Foundation For Family Literacy.