Alumni Blog Archive

Browse past blog articles in our archives.


Charlotte Grayson

Alumni in Focus: Charlotte Grayson, M.S. ‘22

Alumna Charlotte Grayson, M.S. ‘22, discusses her role as an Operations Manager at Bloomberg and her professional journey.
Waiki Law

Alumna Veteran Reflects on an Unexpected Path of Service

In honor of Veterans Day, we caught up with Waiki Law, ESIA MA ’24, an Army reservist and State Department program officer.
Fnu Pratichi

Alumni in Focus: Fnu Pratichi, M.S. ‘25

Alumna Fnu Pratichi, M.S. ‘25, shares her professional journey, going from international student at GW to AI Innovation Associate at DC Water.
Dawn Scott Stafford

Alumni in Focus: Dawn Scott Stafford, B.F.A. ‘18

Alumna Dawn Scott Stafford, B.F.A. ‘18, founder of spatial design studio Remain & Remind, discusses her work at the intersection of form and perception.
Hope for Haiti’s Village Savings and Loan program event - people are gathered around a table together

Alumnus Utilizes his GW Education Towards Building a More Resilient Haiti

Skyler Badenoch, MA ’06, discusses how his studies in international development prepared him for a successful international career, working across communities, governments, foundations, corporations, NGOs, and international institutions.
John-Carlos Estrada

Alumnus Pursues Stories Across Borders, Languages and Generations

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we caught up with John-Carlos Estrada, ESIA BA ’09, an award-winning journalist, filmmaker, author, and communications professional, who most recently served as morning anchor at CBS Austin.
Tressa Rae Finerty

GW Alumna Appointed as UN Deputy High Commissioner for Refugees

Tressa Rae Finerty has extensive experience in diplomacy, humanitarian affairs and international cooperation.
Abbie DeKramer

Alumni in Focus: Abbie DeKramer, BA ‘25

Alumnus Abbie DeKramer, BA ‘25, is a Government Relations Coordinator at MO Strategies, a DC-based lobbying firm.
Sam Theodosopoulos

Alumni in Focus: Sam Theodosopoulos, B.A. ‘11

Alumnus Sam Theodosopoulos, B.A. ‘11, is Senior Director in Enterprise Sales at Seismic Software. He discusses what he loves most about his current role, his only-at-GW moment, and the importance of flexibility as you start your professional journey.
Danielle Graddick

Alumni in Focus: Danielle Graddick, B.A. ‘12, M.A. ‘14

Alumna Danielle Graddick, B.A. ‘12, M.A. ‘14, is a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist with her own private practice. An inaugural member of GW’s Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology program, she discusses the process of launching her own practice and the rewarding work she does with clients of all backgrounds.