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Revolutionary Tales
From overcoming personal challenges to launching bold new ventures and championing communities, GW students embody what it means to shape change on campus and beyond.
Charles E. Smith Center Celebrates 50 Years
Throughout the 2025 season, fans can look forward to commemorative game nights, an alumni reunion, and a spotlight on standout moments from the past five decades.
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GW Research is Transforming Lives
Every day, researchers at the George Washington University take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, delivering real-world impact and insights through their relentless pursuit of knowledge and a deeper understanding of our world. From advancing cancer therapies and the prevention of diabetes in at-risk populations, to building trustworthy AI systems and next-generation computer chips, much of their work is made possible through vital federal investments.
With support from the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, NASA, the Department of Defense and other federal agencies, GW advances medical innovations, fuels economic growth, and prepares the next generation of leaders.
LATEST HEADLINES Week of: December 8
GW Takes Major Step toward Comprehensive AI Strategy with University-Wide Mapping Exercise
GW’s Presidential Fellowship for Leadership Program Gives Graduate Students Multiple Benefits
Elliott School Alumnus Receives Prestigious Rhodes Scholarship
Engineering Scholars Embody a Legacy of Service Leadership
Clark Scholars Program participants gathered to honor a transformational $11 million investment from the A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation.
Ian Tang
BS, International Affairs
MS, Public Policy
“My GW education made everything that I'm doing today possible. From my policy skills, communication skills, and getting to know every nook and cranny of D.C., GW gave me access and roots in the city.”
A Diverse Community is a Strong Community
Collaboration, Respect, Openness and Diversity are core values that define the George Washington University (GW). The Accessibility Notice and Equal Opportunity (EO) Statement shared here reflect our desire to make this a welcoming and inclusive space for all students, visitors and members of our broader community.
Accessibility Notice
The George Washington University (GW) is committed to making all web properties and web content accessible and usable for everyone, including people with disabilities, by employing principles of universal design and striving to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.
If you experience a barrier that affects your ability to access GW websites, videos or other digital content, please let us know.
Equal Opportunity (EO) Statement
The George Washington University does not unlawfully discriminate against any person on any basis prohibited by federal law, the District of Columbia Human Rights Act, or other applicable law, including without limitation, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, national origin (including shared ancestry and ethnic characteristics), pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, and/or other characteristics protected by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of the university, including admission to education programs and employment.