Seven GW Students and Alumni Receive Fulbright Grants for 2025-26, with Two More Named as Alternates
Jacqueline Hackett, BA ’08, Political Science; BA ’10, MPP, among 7 GW grads to receive 2025-26 Fulbright grants.
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Political Science Making Headlines
True Crime Buster: Alumnus Revisits a Tragedy, Rewrites a Genre
In his new book, attorney and author Patrick Wohl, B.A. ’16, delves into a brutal murder from his hometown to tell the victims’ stories.
Professor David Shambaugh’s Latest Book Examines the Collapse of U.S.-China Engagement
The internationally recognized scholar on contemporary China argues that decades of U.S. engagement with China have unraveled due to diverging expectations.
From Campus Leader to Truman Scholar: Junior Honored for Public Service
Political science and accounting major Emily-Anne Santiago was one of 54 outstanding students nationwide to receive the highly competitive scholarship.
In Her Own Words: Graduating Senior Shares a Favorite #OnlyAtGW Experience
Political science and peace studies major Alanna Moskowitz, an aspiring law student, reflects on her influential time studying abroad in London.
Ethan Lynne Elected President, Liz Stoddard Vice President of SGA
Political Communication major Ethan Lynne becomes president after serving as VP, while Political Science major Liz Stoddard moves from CCAS senator to vice president.