GW Alumni Blog

Stories from Our Community

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

 


Jaclyn Rothenberg, BA '10

Alumni in Focus: Jaclyn Rothenberg, BA ‘10

CCAS alumna and Director of Public Affairs for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Jaclyn Rothenberg, BA ‘10, offers advice for current students.
Not only does GW alumnus Patrick Mannix spearhead the sports science efforts within U.S. Soccer, but he is also heavily invested in the game’s development. (Courtesy U.S. Soccer)

Going for Goal-d: GW Alumnus Is Head of Performance for U.S. Men’s Olympic Soccer Team

Exercise science graduate Patrick Mannix oversees the sports science strategies, strength and conditioning support and nutritional provision for Team USA.
GW alumnus Eric Lee, while working for the New York Times, took this photo of former President Donald Trump leaving the stage after being shot at a rally on July 13 in Butler, Pa. (Eric Lee/The New York Times/Redux)

Through the Lens of History: GW Alumnus Eric Lee on Photographing Trump's Assassination Attempt

The NYT photo fellow reflects on his experience documenting Trump's rally shooting while revealing the challenges and rewards of frontline photojournalism.
Terryl Ashli Boxley

GW Alumna Named as Recipient of David Gitter Fellowship

The fellowship was established through the efforts of Elliott School alumnus David Gitter to educate and prepare future scholars seeking to learn about China.
Artist Hans Heinrich Bebie depicted an 1870s hairstyling session in his painting “Conversation (Group of Baltimore Girls).” (Courtesy the Maryland Center for History and Culture)

Hair-Raising History: How Coifs and Cuts Styled an Era

In her new book, art historian Elizabeth L. Block, B.A. ’94, explains how hair helped fashion a nation.

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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.

Jaclyn Rothenberg, BA '10

Alumni in Focus: Jaclyn Rothenberg, BA ‘10

July 23, 2024

CCAS alumna and Director of Public Affairs for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Jaclyn Rothenberg, BA ‘10, offers advice for current students.

Rui Au, MA '23

Volunteer Spotlight: Rui Au, MA ‘23

May 30, 2024

"I chose to volunteer because I received so many wonderful opportunities from GW when I was a student, and I would like to give back to my alma mater."

Bernard Toney Jr, MPH ‘23

Alumni in Focus: Bernard Toney Jr, MPH ’23

May 20, 2024

Public Health alumnus and former White House Medical Officer Bernard Toney Jr, MPH ‘23, reflects on his career in public service.