Understanding the Price of Freedom
By John DiConsiglio
Pavla Ovtchinnikova thought she knew what to expect from a high-level history course, even a prestigious Dean’s Scholars in Globalization class....
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By John DiConsiglio
They set sail from ports of call like El Mina, Mozambique, and Madagascar—mighty wooden ships, over 100-feet long, some weighing 500 tons. From West Africa they...
PAF Scholarship Seeds Alumna's Bright Future
Greta Twombly had her heart set on studying at GW. Thanks to a Presidential Academic Scholarship, she was able to fulfill her dreams. Now, the political science alumna has...
Trachtenberg School Honors Alumni, Professors
Demonstrating the school motto of “Doing Good and Doing it Well,” an enthusiastic Trachtenberg gathering celebrated alumni accomplishments and teaching excellence.
In Memoriam: William B. Griffith and Bill Chambliss
The Columbian College community notes with regret and great sorrow the passing of two revered colleagues: William B. Griffith, Elton Professor of Philosophy and Public Policy, and...
99 Problems and No Time to Worry About AIDS
In minority communities, battling HIV requires a broader lens to see the bigger societal picture.
It’s an unfortunate reality for many in low-income racial and ethnic minority communities...
Museum Studies, Smithsonian Team Up for New Leadership Seminar
Recognizing leadership skills as fundamental to professional development, Columbian College’s Museum Studies Program and the Smithsonian Affiliations have signed an agreement to offer leadership...
Donor's Gift Sparks Scholars Program for Macau Students
A gift from the parent of a Columbian College alumnus paves the way for GW to host students from the University of Macau in a newly-established scholars program.
Donor’s Gift Sparks Scholars Program at GW
The parent of a GW alumnus is working with the university to establish a scholars program that will bring honors students from the University of Macau, in China, to Washington, D.C.