Alumni Blog Archive

Browse past blog articles in our archives.


Jennifer Cooke,David Shinn and Joshua Eisenman analyzed how China has expanded its relationship with Africa.

GW Alumni Authored Book on China’s Engagement in Africa

David Shinn and Joshua Eisenman analyzed how China has expanded its relationship with Africa in cooperation, technological investment and cultural programs.
Kaitlyn Long headshot

Alumni in Focus: Kaitlyn Long, BA ‘07

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.
GW Founder's Gate

GW Alumnus Published Book

The book chronicles major political scandals throughout Tennessee's history.
Exterior of the Elliott School

Alumni Celebrate 125th Anniversary of the Elliott School

Graduates of the Elliott School of International Affairs shared their favorite memories from their time as students and their hopes for the future of the school
A speed mentorship event at the Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Public Administration. (File photo by William Atkins/GW Today)

GW Launches Pilot Alumni Career Influencers Program

The program is a joint effort between the Center for Career Services and Office of Alumni Relations to help foster alumni-student mentorship.
Daniel Noboa greets supporters of his presidential candidacy. (Photo: danielnoboaazin.com)

GW Alumnus Wins Presidency of Ecuador in Runoff Election

Daniel Noboa, M.P.S. ’22, has achieved his father’s dream.
Jim Diehl in San Jose, Costa Rica, while working for Southwest Airlines.

The Journey of Alumnus Jim Diehl, a Lifelong Learner

The former Navy sailor, engineer, college professor, attorney, pilot and flight attendant starts a scholarship at GW in the name of his late wife.
Washington was interviewed by Tony Goldwyn, her longtime friend and former co-star on ABC's 'Scandal,' about her autobiography 'Thicker than Water.' (Lily Speredelozzi/GW Today)

Kerry Washington's Inspiring Return to GW: A Master Class, a Book Launch and a Revolutionary Revelation

The actor and alumna hosted an intimate discussion with theatre students before her sold-out book tour event at Lisner Auditorium.
From left, Steven V. Roberts, Nassirou Diallo, Christine Brown-Quinn and Joseph Wright. (Abby Greenawalt/For GW Today)

Spirit of GW Awards Recognizes Alumni, Faculty and University Supporters

Joseph Wright, M.P.H. ’94, Professor Steven V. Roberts, Nassirou Diallo, B.A. ’18, and Christine Brown-Quinn, M.B.A. ’92, were celebrated.
Kellie Nalbandian is on the 45th season of “Survivor." (Robert Voets / CBS)

GW Alumna Is a Contestant on CBS Show ‘Survivor’

Nurse Kellie Nalbandian is one of 18 competitors on the current season of the hit reality show.