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Associate Professor of Molecular Biology Ioannis Eleftherianos works with senior chemistry major Nate Bachtel in lab
The Hunt for a Zika Vaccine
Biology’s Ioannis Eleftherianos and his student researchers believe the common fruit fly is the missing link to a Zika virus vaccine.

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Discover Columbian

Columbian College of Arts and Sciences video

Watch our video to learn how Columbian College prepares students to be engaged members of the global environment through what we call the engaged liberal arts.

Learning & Discovery

Researcher in lab
Opening the Door to Discoveries
From a search for tuberculosis treatments to advances in nuclear physics, it’s been a banner year for research grants at Columbian College.

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Faculty Spotlight

Professors Gate
Welcome New Faculty!
A Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, a Fulbright Fellow and a bestselling novelist are among the 23 new Columbian College faculty members.

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Why Columbian College?

Career Potential

A degree or certificate from Columbian positions students for success in their chosen career path. Our programs combine academic rigor with real-world experiences to maximize post-graduation opportunities. 

Capitol Location

Just blocks from the White House and U.S. Capitol, Columbian College offers extraordinary access to many of the world’s most influential institutions.

Alumni & Faculty Network

GW holds frequent networking events to help students connect with our distinguished faculty and the thousands of accomplished alumni working in the District and across the world. 

Research Funding and Opportunities

With nearly $12 million in 2013 research funding, the Columbian College ensures its students and faculty have opportunities to pursue their projects. Competitive fellowship positions are also available.

Evening and Online Classes

The curriculum for nearly all advanced degree and certificate programs include evening and online classes to accommodate the schedules of working professionals. 

Interdisciplinary Studies

Columbian College students can tailor their studies to fit their goals by incorporating courses from other GW schools, such as the Elliott School of International Affairs and the Milken Institute School of Public Health. 

Calendar

September
25
Sunday
The Pianos at Hammer- Malinee Peris and Ning Yu
3:00pm
September
26
Monday
US China Policy for the Next Administration
3:30pm
September
26
Monday
Decision Time Debate Watch
8:00pm

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