We aspire to preeminence as a comprehensive
Global research university
—GW President Thomas J. LeBlanc
Global Engagement
Columbian College encourages international and cross-cultural perspectives among our extensive community of distinguished scholars and diverse undergraduate and graduate students. A broad liberal arts education guides our students to use their knowledge to examine the critical issues that impact our region, nation and the world beyond. In addition, we are engaged in collaborative international research partnerships that are advancing a wide range of artistic, social and scientific imperatives.
Global Engagement Highlights

CCAS Interim International Travel Policy
All travel requests by CCAS faculty, staff, and graduate students must be submitted through the CCAS Dean’s Office of Global Initiatives (CCAS Global) and are subject to approval by the Dean.

Continued Suspension of Study Abroad and Non-Essential Student Travel
The Office of the Provost announced that study abroad programs and other non-essential student travel will remain suspended for summer 2021. As the year progresses, we will continue to monitor vaccination trends in the United States as well as internationally, to ensure students will be welcome to travel to international destinations.
GW Alumnus Named Schwarzman Scholar
Columbian College alumnus Atticus Francken, B.S.