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GWTeach Alumni Updates: Deema Kahwash & Nathan Yohn
September 6, 2023
Two GWTeach program alumni earned "New Teacher of the Year" recognition at their schools. Please join us in congratulating them for making an impact.
Elementary Education Alumna to Publish Children's Book
Leah Moser wrote "I am a Thundercloud" in GSEHD class
August 31, 2023
Leah Moser is publishing a children's book and launching editing services for picture book authors. Read more about her book and new venture on Patch.com.
Doctoral Candidate, Ina Gjikondi, Selected as MSR Fetzer Scholar
August 30, 2023
GSEHD Human and Organizational Learning doctoral candidate Ina Gjikondi has been selected as a 2023 Management, Spirituality and Religion (MSR) Fetzer Scholar.
Can ChatGPT Co-Author Your Study? (No, But It May Help with the Research.)
GW professors John Paul Helveston and Ryan Watkins helm an online repository documenting the use of large language models in scientific research.
August 28, 2023
GW professors John Paul Helveston and Ryan Watkins helm an online repository documenting the use of large language models in scientific research.
Dr. Neenia Barlatt-Higgins: Outstanding Dissertation Award Winner
August 22, 2023
GSEHD alumna Dr. Neenia Barlatt-Higgins received the 2023 Outstanding Dissertation Award from University Council for Workforce and Human Resource Education.
Human & Org Learning Group Publish Chapter on Collaborative Autoethnography
August 22, 2023
Dr. Storberg-Walker, along with doc students Christian Earl List, Hermella Tekle, and Deyang Yu, are published in Consciousness-Based Leadership and Management.
Alumnus, Dr. Ed Bengtson, Appointed Associate Dean at University of Arkansas
August 16, 2023
GSEHD alumnus Dr. Ed Bengtson was appointed Associate Dean in the Graduate School and International Education at the University of Arkansas.
GSEHD Alumna, Dr. Melvina Noel, Publishes Book
August 11, 2023
GSEHD alumna Dr. Melvina Noel (Ed.D., Higher Education Administration) has published the book, Chef Edna: Queen of Southern Cooking, Edna Lewis.
GSEHD Alumnus, Isaac Lister, Ready to Start School Year as WHS Principal
August 11, 2023
GSEHD alumnus Isaac Lister, Jr. (master's, Educational Leadership and Administration) is the new Principal of Washington High School in Washington, NC.
GSEHD Alumna and ‘The String Queens’ Member Highlighted in GW Today
Kendall Isadore plays a unique blend of soulful and classical music that has earned her invitations to play Carnegie Hall, President Joe Biden’s inauguration and the Kennedy Center.
August 1, 2023
GSEHD alumna, Kendall Isadore, shares her passion for music as member of The String Queens. Her story is featured in GW Today.
"Methods used to Evaluate Teacher Well-being" Published By Alumna/Students
July 19, 2023
The article written by Dr. Hallie Fox, Dr. Heather Walter and Karly Ball was published in the journal 'Psychology in the Schools.'
Alumna, Cheronda Farrish, Named Principal of Cedar Lane School
July 19, 2023
GSEHD alumna Dr. Cheronda Farrish (master's, Special Education and Disability Studies) is the new principal of Cedar Lane School in Falls Church, VA.
The Learning Trail: GSEHD Alumna Serves as Iditarod’s 2023 Teacher on the Trail
July 19, 2023
GSEHD alumna Juli Westrich became the Iditarod's 2023 Teacher on the Trail. Her story is featured in the GW Magazine.
Children from Refugee Backgrounds Explore Hardships and Joy in Writing Workshop
GW professor Jihae Cha hosts a storytelling camp to give youth with refugee backgrounds a chance to navigate their identity and sense of belonging.
July 5, 2023
GW Today shared about Dr. Jihae Cha's summer camp for refugees called, "Children from Refugee Backgrounds Explore Hardships and Joy in Writing Workshop."
Chance Meeting Led Two GW Classmates to Become Business Partners
July 5, 2023
Mohanad Alsaid and Dex Burns worked together on a project in their GSEHD consulting skills course and now as CEOs of nonprofits.
GW Professor Warns of Dire Impact of Laws Targeting LGBTQ Community
June 28, 2023
Dwayne Wright said a mental health crisis is unfolding in America as regressive laws targeting the LGBT community fuel hate and division.
GSEHD Alumna Returns to GW as Associate Vice Provost for Student Affairs
June 28, 2023
Dr. Debra Bright earned her doctorate in Higher Education Administration and will now have a leadership role within GW's Student Affairs division.
Alumna, Dr. Nardos King, Named Chief Equity Officer of Fairfax County Schools
June 28, 2023
GSEHD congratulates Dr. Nardos King (master's in Special Education and Disability Studies alumna) for her recent promotion.
Horrworth Book Award & Teacher Candidate Recognition Go to Mara Moettus
June 28, 2023
2023 John Horrworth Children's Book Award goes to GSEHD alumna, Mara Moettus. Scott Gellman receives second place, Kari Anderson wins third place.
Elementary Education Program Award Goes to Megan Lysowski
June 28, 2023
The award is presented annually at GSEHD's commencement celebration to recognize a student for their leadership, performance, promise, etc.