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Dear CPS Community,
As we approach the end of the Fall 2022 semester and my first full semester as Dean of CPS, I couldn't be more excited with the direction and progress of the college. This month's newsletter will highlight several events, such as the college's end of year celebration, GSPM Board of Advisors Fall Meeting, CEPL’s Women Support Women event and CPS faculty, staff and alumni achievements. In addition, there are several upcoming events that might be of interest to you.
The holiday season is upon us, and I am so grateful to the entire CPS community for working together to see us through this transformative year. I hope that you all have a restful, restorative winter break and that you enter 2023 with resilience, energy and excitement for the future.
Warm regards,
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Liesl Riddle, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Professional Studies
George Washington University
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Strategic Partnerships & Executive Education Department Updates | |
GSPM Renewing Texas Southern University Partnership | | |
The Graduate School of Political Management (GSPM) is renewing its partnership with the Executive Master of Public Administration Program in the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs at Texas Southern University (TSU). The partnership was piloted last year, and after a successful first experience, TSU has agreed to renew the contract. This partnership offers TSU students the opportunity to explore career pathways in the fields of politics and public affairs. | |
Upcoming GSPM Global Residencies | | |
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The Graduate School of Political Management’s Global Perspective Residencies program empowers and prepares students for success and leadership in foreign environments. The residencies bring students face-to-face with senior leaders in politics, advocacy and business abroad. To provide an insider’s perspective on a country’s systems of politics, communications and advocacy, each residency includes four weeks of online coursework, followed by a one-week in-country residence.
Mexico City, Mexico - December 2022: GSPM students will be meeting in Mexico City on December 11th for the immersion week of the Mexico Residency course. Led by Dr. Natalia Dinello and Jessilyn Larsen, students will visit with the Senate of the Republic, the National Institute of Elections and the Electoral Tribunal of the Federal Judiciary, American Chamber of Commerce in Mexico, Mexican Business Roundtable, and with other political, advocacy and communication leaders in Mexico.
Tbilisi, Georgia - Spring 2023: GSPM is now accepting applications for the Spring 2023 Global Perspective Residency in Tbilisi, Georgia. The course runs from May 15 – June 10, 2023, and the immersion week runs from June 11 – 17, 2023. The deadline to apply is January 31. For questions about registering, please reach out to Jessilyn Larsen (jlarsen9@gwu.edu).
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GSPM Board of Advisors Meeting | |
On Thursday, November 17th, 2022, the GSPM Board of Advisors met for their once-a-semester meeting. The event was kicked off by the inaugural Fall GSPM Board Dinner, giving board members an opportunity to break bread and share ideas and experiences with GSPM faculty, staff and GSPM Director Scholars. At the board meeting, board members and CPS leadership brainstormed event ideas for the spring semester, as well as new ways for GSPM alumni to mentor our students in the coming year. | |
CPS Staff Recognized for Reaching Career Milestones | | |
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Congratulations to CPS staff members honored at the 2022 Career Milestone Awards Ceremony for their commitment to GW. GW's Career Milestones Celebrations are held annually in December to honor those who have achieved career milestones of 5, 10, 15, or 20+ years of service.
Congratulations to Richky Nguyen, 5 years; Tiana LaGon, 5 years; Tobi Greiff, 5 years; Mag Gottlieb,15 years; Shirley Florus, 15 years; Suzanne Farrand, 15 years; and Mona Yep, 20 years.
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CEPL Celebrates National Women Support Women Day | |
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In recognition of the National Women Support Women Day on December 1st, the GW Center for Excellence in Public Leadership (CEPL), in partnership with CommPro, hosted a special virtual roundtable event with extraordinary women leaders and dynamic speakers from across the public and private sectors.
More information about the event and on demand event recording
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First Joint CPS-GWSB-SEAS Alumni Event on Technology and Innovation | |
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On December 6, fellow Northern Virginia area alumni joined a conversation with GW leadership about how the latest trends in the technology industry create opportunities for innovation at the university. The conversation featured Dean John Lach from the School of Engineering & Applied Science (SEAS); Dean Anuj Mehrotra from the School of Business (GWSB); and Dean Liesl Riddle from the College of Professional Studies (CPS).
The Deans discussed the many ways that the three schools are collaborating this year on events and programs, exciting new initiatives at each of their respective schools, and the partnerships they are developing at the university, and in the region, that will enhance the university’s research, teaching and outreach for maximum impact.
Learn more about and join GW's Alumni in Technology Industry Network
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CPS End of the Year Celebration | |
For the first time in over two years, the College of Professional Studies came together in person to celebrate the end of the year with colleagues and friends. The team enjoyed great food and a live performance from GW’s Acapella group, the Troubadours. Provost Chris Bracey and Dean Riddle thanked former interim dean, Melissa Feuer, for her leadership and expressed their excitement about the coming year for the college. | | |
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Roberto Izurieta, Associate Research Professor and Program Director, Latin American Projects
After working for more than 22 years as the Director of Latin American Projects, Professor Izurieta is stepping away as he has been assigned to be the Ecuadorian Ambassador to Chile. He will remain a co-instructor for GSPM classes and seminars.
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Toni Marsh, Associate Professor and Program Director, Paralegal Studies
Professor Marsh has joined the National Constitution Center Education Advisory Council. In this capacity, Professor Marsh will participate in, advise on and advocate for educational activities, including scholar exchanges, professional development and presentations. The National Constitution Center brings together people of all ages and perspectives, across America and around the world, to learn about, debate and celebrate the greatest vision of human freedom in history, the U.S. Constitution.
Professor Marsh also has been asked to join the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellows Review Committee. The Humphrey Fellowship Program, a Fulbright Exchange, builds connections between U.S. and foreign leaders to advance solutions to the most pressing global challenges, from combating climate change, to protecting human rights, increasing access to education and building global health security.
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Larry Parnell, Associate Professor and Program Director, Strategic Public Relations
PRSA NCC, the nation’s largest and most active Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), announced its incoming leaders on November 30th. Congratulations to Larry Parnell for being elected as Vice President for a two-year term. Read the full press release
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Dr. Michelle Lague,
CPS Instructional Designer
Michelle recently completed her Ph.D. in Education from George Mason University. Dr. Lague’s research focuses on literacy(its), culture, reading and teaching/teacher education. In her dissertation, Dr. Lague focused on university-based, early-career teacher professional development.
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Erin Houchin, GSPM Alumni
Erin Houchin (R) was recently elected to Indiana’s 9th Congressional District of the U.S. House of Representatives after winning the general election on November 8, 2022. She will begin her term on January 3, 2023.
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Donovan Fenton, GSPM Alumni
Donovan Fenton (D) was recently elected to the New Hampshire State Senate to represent District 10 after winning the general election on November 8, 2022. He recently represented Cheshire 8 as a member of New Hampshire’s House of Representatives; his term ended on December 7, 2022.
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Grant Hauschild, GSPM Alumni
Grant Hauschild (D) was recently elected to the Minnesota State Senate to represent District 3 after winning the general election on November 8, 2022. He will continue to focus on issues that matter most to our communities that include: supporting families, increasing public safety funding for police and mental health services, economic growth, affordable healthcare and eliminating the social security income tax. He will begin his new role on January 3, 2023.
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Fun & Stress-Free Events to Help Take Your Mind Off Finals
Whether you are an undergrad or grad student, the Division for Student Affairs wants to help you successfully cross the end-of-semester finish line in The Final Lap. These FREE and low-cost events are designed to promote your well-being prior to and during final exams. Highlights include FREE breakfast during our daily Breakfast Break, FREE group fitness classes with prizes, FREE chair massages and more! While most events do not require pre-registration, some events do require a pre-registration through the GW Engage or the Final Lap websites.
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USA Today in the article, A shot across the Democratic leadership bow': Kyrsten Sinema shakes up Senate, switches to independent, by Candy Woodall, David Jackson, Ken Tran, Rachel Looker and Ella Lee.
Nexstar Media Group
Sinclair Broadcast Group in the article “Twitter's handling of Hunter Biden story spurs questions of transparency, influence," by Cory Smith.
The Hill in the article “The Memo: Trump suffers double blow with Walker defeat, courtroom loss,’’ by Niall Stanage.
Hearst TV about the Georgia Senate runoff.
Sinclair Broadcast Group l Management in the article “French may leverage competition concessions after Inflation Reduction Act gripes,’’ by Cory Smith.
Foreign Policy in the article “How a Republican Victory Could Help, Not Hurt, Biden," by Michael Hirsh.
Nexstar Media Group
Nexstar Media Group
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Gray TV in the article “Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema leaves the Democratic Party,’’ by David Ade.
Spectrum News
NPR quoted Casey Burgat, Program Director of the Legislative Affairs program in the Graduate School of Political Management, in the article “The first Gen Z member of Congress was denied a D.C. apartment due to bad credit,’’ by Jaclyn Diaz.
WUSA-CBS9 quoted Casey Burgat, Program Director of the Legislative Affairs program in the Graduate School of Political Management, in the article “Why the Democrat’s 51st Senate seat matters,’’ by Evan Koslof.
The Denver Post quoted Casey Burgat, Program Director of the Legislative Affairs program in the Graduate School of Political Management, in the article “After narrowly winning reelection, will Lauren Boebert tone down her rhetoric?’’ by Conrad Swanson.
Spectrum News spoke to Casey Burgat, Program Director of the Legislative Affairs program in the Graduate School of Political Management, about the retirement of a Kentucky lawmaker.
Nexstar Media Group quoted Casey Burgat, Program Director of the Legislative Affairs program in the Graduate School of Political Management, in the article “Election officials say results may be delayed amid race for party control,’’ by Alexandra Limon.
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WUSA-CBS9 about what a party can do with control of just one chamber of Congress.
The Denver Post in the article “Lauren Boebert holding lead over Adam Frisch, ballots still remain in Pueblo County,’’ by Conrad Swanson.
Roll Call in the article “Senate Democrats plan spree of judicial confirmations in lame duck,’’ by Michael Macagnone.
Spectrum News in the article “McConnell faces Senate GOP leadership challenge from Scott after midterms,’’ by Corina Cappabianca and Eden Harris.
Spectrum News quoted Casey Burgat, Program Director of the Legislative Affairs program in the Graduate School of Political Management, in the article “Schumer, poised for two more years as majority leader, faces GOP roadblock,’’ by Kevin Frey.
Spectrum News quoted Casey Burgat, Program Director of the Legislative Affairs program in the Graduate School of Political Management, in the article “McCarthy prepares to take battle for House Speaker position ‘to the floor,’’’ by Cassie Semyon.
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