Alumni Blog Archive

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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.
Can the Law Regulate Social Media and Should It? Social Media Regulation in the United States, Comparative Law, and Constitutional Rights by Linda Lemon

GW Alumna Published Book

Linda Lemos’ new book explores whether the law should regulate social media.
"Chef Edna: Queen of Southern Cooking, Edna Lewis" by Melvina Noel

GSEHD Alumna Published Picture Book

Melvina Noel’s new book features illustrations by Caldecott-honor recipient Cozbi A. Cabrera.
Deema Kahwash (Buncombe County Schools)

GWTEACH Alumna Named 2023 Beginner Teacher of the Year

Deema Kahwash was honored for showing promise as an excellent teacher.
Corcoran School of the Arts & Design

Corcoran Graduate to be Featured at Kreeger Museum

Kyrae Dawaun is showing pieces that touch on topics including social justice and mental health.
Laura Delgado Lopez headshot

A Graduate Fellowship through GW’s Space Policy Institute Propelled Alumna into Rewarding Career

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we caught up with Laura Delgado Lopez, MA ’11, a senior policy analyst at NASA.
Justin Fishman headshot

Alumni in Focus: Justin Fishman, BBA '04

Alumnus Justin Fishman, BBA ‘04, found his purpose through youth mentorship and giving back to his community.
Sharon Crane

GW Law Alumna Supports STEM Students Designing A Better World

Sharon Crane recently traveled to Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Malawi to see first-hand the impact of her pro bono client’s innovation.
Neenia Barlatt-Higgins

GSEHD Alumna Won Outstanding Dissertation Award

Neenia Barlatt-Higgins was recognized by the University Council for Workforce and Human Resource Education.
Alumnus David Gitter has endowed a fund promoting advanced proficiency in the Chinese language through immersive instruction abroad. (William Atkins/GW Today)

$1 Million Gift Creates New Fellowship and Study Opportunities on Contemporary China

Elliott School alumnus David Gitter endows fund promoting advanced proficiency in the Chinese language through immersive instruction abroad.