Alumni Blog Archive

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Jim Diehl in San Jose, Costa Rica, while working for Southwest Airlines.

The Journey of Alumnus Jim Diehl, a Lifelong Learner

The former Navy sailor, engineer, college professor, attorney, pilot and flight attendant starts a scholarship at GW in the name of his late wife.
Washington was interviewed by Tony Goldwyn, her longtime friend and former co-star on ABC's 'Scandal,' about her autobiography 'Thicker than Water.' (Lily Speredelozzi/GW Today)

Kerry Washington's Inspiring Return to GW: A Master Class, a Book Launch and a Revolutionary Revelation

The actor and alumna hosted an intimate discussion with theatre students before her sold-out book tour event at Lisner Auditorium.
From left, Steven V. Roberts, Nassirou Diallo, Christine Brown-Quinn and Joseph Wright. (Abby Greenawalt/For GW Today)

Spirit of GW Awards Recognizes Alumni, Faculty and University Supporters

Joseph Wright, M.P.H. ’94, Professor Steven V. Roberts, Nassirou Diallo, B.A. ’18, and Christine Brown-Quinn, M.B.A. ’92, were celebrated.
Kellie Nalbandian is on the 45th season of “Survivor." (Robert Voets / CBS)

GW Alumna Is a Contestant on CBS Show ‘Survivor’

Nurse Kellie Nalbandian is one of 18 competitors on the current season of the hit reality show.
Daniel Noboa gestures to supporters. (Photo: danielnoboaazin.com)

GW Alumnus in Runoff Election to Become Ecuador’s Next President

Daniel Noboa, M.P.S. ’22, will compete in the two-person race on Oct. 15.
Connor Rosenberg (submitted photo)

It’s a Numbers Game for GW Alumnus Connor Rosenberg

The 2019 GWSB Student of the Year is a Data Analyst for the Chicago Cubs.
Devin Butler Headshot

Alumni in Focus: Devin M. Butler, BA '02

GW Gymnastics alumna uses the grit and determination she developed as a student-athlete to fuel her entrepreneurial spirit.
Kogan Plaza

GW Alumna Named Winner in Interior Designers Student Portfolio Competition

The judges noted Witherspoon’s focus on spatial planning along with creating engaging and functional spaces.
Lissette Ortiz headshot

Volunteer Spotlight: Lissette Ortiz, MPA ‘21

"Volunteering with the Latino Alumni Network was a decision rooted in my desire to foster a stronger sense of community among Latinx individuals at GW."
The George Washington Statue in University Yard.

GW Alumna Honored for Helping Kids Understand Critical Environmental Values

Princess Daazhraii Johnson is a writer who has worked on shows that teach youth about the importance of protecting our planet.