The GW Alumni Association interviewed Dr. Margaux Manley Lima (Ed.D., Higher Education Administration) for their Alumni in Focus feature.
Dr. Manley Lima currently serves as an Executive Coach for leaders from higher education associations. In the article, she discusses her background, her time as a student at GW, and her current work. She also highlights the importance of higher education when it comes to making a positive impact on others.
Per the article, when asked "What is your only-at-GW moment? In other words, what is an experience/opportunity you believe GW provided you access to?", Lima responds:
"One of my most memorable "only-at-GW" moments was the opportunity to engage directly with prominent leaders from the higher education associations, many of which are based in Washington, D.C. Throughout my time at GW, we had the privilege of hosting frequent guest speakers from these organizations, which allowed us to connect classroom theory with real-world practice. It was inspiring to see how the concepts we were studying were applied in the field, and the experience deepened my understanding of the subject matter. Beyond the academic enrichment, it also served as a fantastic networking opportunity. Many of my peers and I took full advantage of these interactions, building connections that continue to be valuable in our careers today."
Read the full interview to hear Lima's advice to students interested in pursuing a career in Higher Education Administration.