CCAS Showcase Celebrates Student Research
More than 125 undergraduate and graduate students across the disciplines displayed their scholarly work at the inaugural CCAS Research Showcase.
Featured Stories
Friends on the Frontlines: Alumnus Illustrates Ukraine War
As Russia attacked Ukraine, political science alumnus Gregg Bucken-Knapp, Ph.D. ’99, contacted friends in harm’s way. In an illustrated book, he honors their stories.
History Restored: The Untold Story of Black Civil War Soldiers
History PhD candidate and Marine vet A.J. Cade was inspired by a forgotten Civil War regiment of all-Black soldiers. Now, he’s bringing their legacy to life.
Fear of Failing: The Secrets Behind Social Anxiety
For the 40 million Americans with social anxiety disorder, even casual encounters can be paralyzing. Psychology’s Fallon Goodman helps them make connections.
Climate Change and the Thawing Permafrost
In a conversation with CCAS Dean Paul Wahlbeck, Geography's Dmitry Streletskiy discusses the impact of climate change on the overall sustainability of the Arctic.
$1 Million Gift Opens Doors for Artists Who Heal
GW parents Ulvi and Reykhan Kasimov gave $1 million to endow a fund supporting graduate fellowships in GW’s Art Therapy Program.
Mellon Funds Humanities Project Focused on Storytelling
The CCAS English Department will join a Mellon Foundation project to provide marginalized populations with the empowering capacities of storytelling.
Two GW Scientists Nab International Recognition
Chemistry’s Akos Vertes and Anthropology’s Chet Sherwood (right) were elected AAAS Fellows, the scientific community’s top honor for innovators in the field.
A Novel Approach to Stuttering: Listening
Former NBA star Michael Kidd-Gilchrist gave CCAS speech pathology students a glimpse into his experiences with stuttering.
Addressing Suicide Risks Among Black Youths
In a conversation with Dean Paul Wahlbeck, Psychology's Sherry Molock discusses her work to address rising suicides rates among African American adolescents.