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Elements: Water, Fire, Air & Earth
This exhibit by Larr Kelly is open to the public at George Washington University's Virginia Science & Technology Campus in Ashburn through September 15, 2017.
VSTC Hosts Health Sciences Career Exploration Workshops
Local high school students are empowered to make more informed career choices after attending VSTC’s hands-on workshop, a “Day in the Health Sciences.” The career exploration program included hands-on workshops on occupational therapy, medical laboratory sciences, pre-medicine, and emergency medical services management.
Local High School Students Shine at Congressional Art Show
Rep. Barbara Comstock's 10th Congressional District art competition, hosted this spring at GW’s Virginia Science and Technology Campus, drew 138 entries. Judges awarded 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and honorable mention ribbons in each of the seven categories. The "Best of Show" piece will hang in the U.S. Capitol, along with winners from other Congressional Districts.
The Autism Sex Bias
Boys are diagnosed with autism at more than four times the rate of girls. Scientists are trying to figure out why, but this much is becoming clear: All that we think we know about autism is only half the story.
GW Researchers Conduct Flight Test of Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) at VSTC
On a windy spring morning there was excitement in the air as a group of six GW faculty and students gathered at GW's Virginia Science & Technology Campus (VSTC) to conduct a flight test of a "drone," technically called an unmanned aerial system (UAS), under development for use by the U.S. Navy. The trial flight at VSTC is part of a multi-year development process to test the prototype's ability to fly and collect accurate data about when and under what conditions it is safe to land helicopters on Naval ships.
What Do Rust Prints and Steinway Pianos Have in Common?
Two talented GW alumni artists, Brian Kirk and Teresa Duke, are currently exhibiting on Campus through April 12, with a reception to meet the artists on March 31. While their subject matters, mediums and artistic inspirations are unique, they share a connection to GW.
Dean Inaugurated as Simulation Fellow
GW Nursing Dean Pamela Jeffries was inducted Jan. 30 as an inaugural Fellow for the new Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH).
GW Announces Thomas LeBlanc, 17th GW President
Dr. LeBlanc addressed members of the university community on Friday, saying that leading GW will be a great honor, challenge and 'incredibly exciting adventure.'
Kevin Pelphrey Installed as Carbonell Family Professor in Autism
The position was created through a $2.5 million gift from the Nelson A. and Michele Carbonell Family Foundation.
New Grant to Boost Cybersecurity Education in Virginia through GW Cyber Hub and Partnerships
GW is teaming up with the Michigan Cyber Range (MCR) to bring a cutting-edge cybersecurity training environment to GW’s Virginia Science and Technology Campus. Made possible by a half-million dollar grant from the National Science Foundation, the SCEPTRE project will create a platform for training, research and experimentation.
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