News Archives
Getting to Know Tierney Pitzer: New IT Program Director
Tierney Pitzer began her position as program director for the Information Technology Bachelor’s Degree Completion Program this summer. She has more than 20 years of industry experience in software programming and IT project management in the DMV area, plus 10 years of teaching in higher education. Now that Professor Pitzer is settling into her new role, we wanted to give our readers a chance to get to know her a little better.
Mark S. Wrighton to Become Interim GW President Jan. 1
GW President Thomas J. LeBlanc will retire at the end of the fall 2021 semester, it was announced at a Faculty Senate meeting in early September. Mark S. Wrighton, a former chancellor of Washington University in St. Louis, will serve as GW’s interim president starting Jan. 1.
Onward GW: Return to Campus and the Classroom
We are excited to welcome students, faculty and staff to campus this fall. Learn more about the steps we are taking to prepare for your arrival to campus, including updating our public health protocols and reviewing and updating our buildings and classrooms.
Christopher Alan Bracey Named Interim Provost
As vice provost for faculty affairs, Professor Bracey has supported faculty teaching and research across all disciplines and encouraged faculty participation in decision-making.
Announcing Commencement on the National Mall for Classes of 2020 and 2021
The ceremony celebrating the classes’ achievements will be on Oct. 2, 2021.
Interim Dean for School of Nursing Announced
Pamela Slaven-Lee, senior associate dean for academic affairs and clinical associate professor, has been named interim dean of the George Washington University’s School of Nursing.
Celebrating a Top Ranking School of Nursing
On its 10th anniversary, GW Nursing looks back over its accomplishments and ahead at its future. (GW Today, 4/12/2021)
New Partnership Aims to Detect, Predict Health Abnormalities in Drivers
A SEAS research team received funding to develop artificial intelligence systems aimed at helping people with health challenges drive safely.
Registration now open for inaugural GW Digital Health Summit
GW is hosting its inaugural Digital Health Summit focused on the rapid acceleration of digital technologies in healthcare and the implications for healthcare and academic environments alike. Taking place virtually on the afternoons of April 14-16, 2021, presentations and discussions will focus on the state of the science, innovation and development with digital health technologies and the gaps and opportunities that exist.
GW Kicks Off Bicentennial with Virtual Celebration
Program included student and faculty performances, a documentary narrated by alumna Kerry Washington and messages from distinguished alumni.
GW Offers Free Virtual Spring Group Fitness Classes
Join GW Campus Recreation on ZOOM for daily group fitness classes. Classes are free this spring and open to all GW students, faculty and staff! This schedule runs from January 11-May 2, with a variety of cardio/strength classes and mind/body classes.
Bicentennial Kickoff Scheduled for Feb. 9
We kick off our bicentennial celebrations with a virtual opening ceremony on Feb. 9, the 200th anniversary of the 1821 congressional act that established the university.
GW’s Response to COVID-19
Virtual instruction will continue for the spring 2021 semester. Learn more about our enhanced health and safety efforts as well as our response to COVID-19.
GW Offers Free Virtual Fall Group Fitness Classes
Join GW Campus Recreation on ZOOM for daily group fitness classes. Classes are free this fall and open to all GW students, faculty and staff!
GW Nursing Students Take Charge at COVID-19 Testing Site
When it was announced that George Washington University would be bringing back a limited number of students, faculty and staff on campuses this fall and that individuals would need to be regularly tested for COVID-19, leaders at the GW School of Nursing got to work.
Loudoun County Board of Supervisors Commends GW Virginia Science and Technology Campus for Contributions in Education and Economy
“Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Loudoun Country Board of Supervisors hereby commends The George Washington University’s Virginia Science and Technology Campus on its 20th anniversary; and expresses its gratitude to the University for its contribution to the economy of Loudoun County and for educating its citizens to fill jobs of the twenty-first century.”
GW Virginia Science & Technology Campus
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20101 Academic Way, Suite 223
Ashburn, VA 20147
Phone: 571-553-8200
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