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GW alumni are change makers, creators, and leaders in virtually every industry. Through their stories, we see the transformative impact of a GW education.

 


GW to Honor Distinguished Alumni and Supporters at Annual Spirit of GW Awards Ceremony

GW Alumni is proud to announce the recipients of its annual Spirit of GW Awards, recognizing five individuals whose exceptional leadership, service, and dedication to the community embody the university’s standards of excellence.
The 2025 Spirit of GW Award recipients with GW President Ellen M. Granberg. From left: Cheryl A. Thaxton, Gilbert R. Cisneros Jr., Jacki Cisneros, Ellen Granberg, Josh N. Kuriloff and Gregory S. Stevens. (Photo: Abby Greenawalt)

Spirit of GW Awards Celebrate Leadership, Service and Excellence

The event honored distinguished alumni and supporters whose achievements and generosity embody the values and mission of GW.
Elaine Jeanette Walton facilitates a session of the International Inclusive Education Symposium for local educators in Navrongo, Ghana, focused on equity and inclusion in classrooms.

A GW Alumna Inspires Change After Seeing Some Youth Left Out of Schools in Ghana

Elaine Jeanette Walton partnered with her GSEHD professors to train educators and expand inclusive education in Ghana.
Most Powerful Women in Washington List

Washingtonian Names 15 Women with GW Ties to Its Most Powerful Women in Washington List

The 2025 version from the D.C.-based magazine highlights women who are making an impact in the nation’s capital and beyond.
Robert Blaemire book, "Unforced Errors: 15 Bad Decisions That Changed American History.”

GW Alumnus Explores History’s Most Impactful Political Missteps

Robert Blaemire’s book examines 15 consequential decisions that reshaped America.

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GW Alumni in Focus

Whether it’s volunteering in their communities, running for office, or excelling at professional endeavors, GW alumni are carving their own paths and building a greater world.

 

RamenNow! desktop ramen cooker on one side; the other side is a picture of Travis Thul at a speaking engagement

Alumni in Focus: Travis Thul, D.Eng ‘18

August 12, 2025

GW Engineering alumnus Travis Thul, D.Eng ‘18, discusses the process behind his invention of the world’s first desktop ramen noodle cooker.

Lisa Friedman

Alumni in Focus: Lisa Friedman

February 12, 2025

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

February 12, 2025

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.

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