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.

 


Alexander Abnos, BA '09

Alumni in Focus: Alexander Abnos, BA '09

Alexander Abnos has turned his love of soccer and journalism into a career with The Athletic
Thicker Than Water, Gendered Citizenship: The Original Conflict over the Equal Rights Amendment, 1920-1963, Season to Taste: Rewriting Kitchen Space in Contemporary Women’s Food Memoirs, A Part of the Heart Can’t Be Eaten, Shout, Sister, Shout!: The Untold Story of Rock-and-Roll Trailblazer Sister Rosetta Tharpe

Five Books to Kick off Women’s History Month

A few of the many reads by GW alumnae and faculty that explore contemporary and historical women’s lives.
N. Kirkpatrick (The Washington Post)

CCAS Alumnus Awarded 2023 Innovative Award

The Innovative Storytelling Award recognizes digital journalism that re-invents the way stories are told.
Wendy Galietta (The Washington Post/TWP)

CCAS Alumna Awarded 2023 Innovative Award

The Innovative Storytelling Award recognizes digital journalism that re-invents the way stories are told.
Quinton Carroll

GWSB Alumnus Named to 40 Under 40 List

Quinton Carroll is being recognized for his demonstrated leadership and commitment to the community.

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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.

Alumni in Focus: Kaitlyn Long, BA ‘07

October 27, 2023

With her sights set on Washington, D.C., Kaitlyn Long, BA ‘07, chose to attend GW and propelled her passion for advocacy into a career with the Teamsters.

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

September 26, 2023

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

Volunteer Spotlight: Lissette Ortiz, MPA ‘21

September 20, 2023

"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."