Alumni Blog Archive

Browse past blog articles in our archives.


John P. Benison, B.A. ’93, is a leading civil rights administrator with the Federal Aviation Administration.

For Alumnus, Welcoming Campus Brought New Perspectives

Blind from birth, John P. Benison, BA ’93, has triumphed over life challenges. Now a federal civil rights leader, he credits his success to his parents and GW.
Karen E. Knudsen, BA ’90, recently completed her first year as chief executive officer of the American Cancer Society. (Photo courtesy American Cancer Society)

On the Frontlines: Alumna Wages War Against Cancer

Karen E. Knudsen, BA ’90, has crossed the country to join scientists, lawmakers and caregivers in a fight against the nation’s second-leading killer.
Oriana Piña (courtesy photo)

Alumna Seeks to Uplift and Amplify Diverse Voices Globally

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we caught up with Oriana Piña, MA ’16, a first-generation college and master’s graduate who grew up in Venezuela.
Jenna Segal

Elliott School Alumna Jenna Segal Establishes Fund to Help Scholars in Ukraine

Jenna Segal, BA ‘98, was raised with the idea that “the only thing that can never be taken from you is your education.”
Roger-Mark De Souza

Alumnus Seeks to Make a Difference in the World Through Sustainable Markets

We recently caught up with Roger-Mark De Souza, MA '95, to learn how GW and the Elliott School influenced his career.
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Six New Members Join GWAA Executive Committee

They will work with 14 other members to help strengthen and promote an invested alumni community.

Monica Band

GW Alumni in Focus: Dr. Monica P. Band

Dr. Monica P. Band, MA ’13, is on a mission to destigmatize mental health care and spread the message that “self-care is collective care.”
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Alumna’s New Book Shines a Light on the Global Pandemic Experience Through Photos

Christina Hawatmeh, BA ’10, is the CEO and co-founder of Scopio, the first female founded NFT marketplace and the first photography focused NFT marketplace.
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Introducing GWAA President Will Alexander, BS ’04, MBA ‘06

The former Presidential Administrative Fellow, cheerleader and part-time “bleacher creature” took office July 1.

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GWSB Alumnus Believes in Letting People be Themselves

Anthony Shop, MBA ’11, is the co-founder of the top LGTBQ-owned firm in the United States.