Alumni Blog Archive

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Gillian Marcelle

GW Alumna Named to Forbes List

Gillian Marcelle uses her background in finance with a focus on sustainability in her work on economic development in places bypassed by establishment investment.
The superintendent of Charles City Public Schools, Dalphine Joppy.

GW Alumna Named Superintendent of the Year in Virginia

This prestigious award recognizes Dalphine Joppy’s dedication to empowering and supporting teachers, as well as acquiring resources to improve student outcomes.
GW alumna Lindsay Chervinsky, B.A. '04, is a regular commentator for national TV and radio and regularly writes for highly read publications. (DuHon Photography)

Preserving the Presidency: A Conversation with Lindsay Chervinsky

The renowned presidential historian and GW alumna is the George Washington Presidential Library executive director.
Lisa Friedman

Alumni in Focus: Lisa Friedman

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

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.
Katia Passerini (photo by Laurie Pine | The Setonian)

GW Alumna First Woman to be President of Gonzaga University

Katia Passerini steps into this new role bringing experience from her career in academia and years of leadership.
John Formella

GW Alum Elected as President of the National Association of Attorneys General

As NAAG president, John Formella will launch an initiative to combat substance abuse and drug trafficking.
Margaux Manley Lima

Alumni in Focus: Margaux Manley Lima, EdD ‘14

GSEHD alumna Margaux Manley Lima, EdD ‘14, currently serves as an executive coach for leaders and organizations who want to make a difference.
U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth received the annual Walter Roberts Award for Congressional Leadership in Public Diplomacy at a ceremony on Capitol Hill.

U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth Receives Walter Roberts Award for Congressional Leadership in Public Diplomacy

The prestigious award recognizes Duckworth's outstanding contributions to U.S. diplomacy and global engagement.
Gifts such as sweaters from Sezane are gifts that are also eco-friendly.

GW Alumna Provides a Sustainable Gift Guide

Recent international business graduate Anna Shah offers a holiday shopping list featuring brands from benefit corporations.