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Welcome to another edition of the Dean's Monthly newsletter. As we reflect on the events of February, it's clear that our community continues to thrive and excel in various endeavors. February brought us a plethora of amazing calendar events that brought alumni, faculty, staff and prospective and current students together. We’ve hosted events featuring political leaders from around the country, and those sharing new results of cutting-edge research from our faculty. I particularly enjoyed our in-person Professional Access Roundtable, held in Arlington this semester. It was a delight to watch our students and faculty engage in lively conversations with industry leaders, many of whom are our alumni! It was a testament to the vibrant engagement and networking opportunities that CPS provides.
This month, I’ve been spending time catching up on our great podcast series produced in our college. These podcasts are a great way to connect with our programs outside the classroom and on the go. Subscribe to The Professionals Podcast and Mastering the Room wherever you get your favorite podcasts.
Looking ahead, we're gearing up for a great Giving Day fundraiser on April 3-4. Our focus this year is to raise additional financial support for our students, whether it be to help a student experiencing an unexpected emergency pay their tuition bill thanks to our new Student Emergency Fund, or to pay the fee for a professional certification exam via our new Student Professional Development Fund, or to provide a travel stipend to enable a student to participate in one of our many amazing study abroad programs. Your gift -- whether it is $5 or $5,000 or more -- gets us one step closer to helping our students accomplish their professional goals, which is what a professional school is all about!
We also are already dreaming about the day we see our graduating class walk across the stage at Commencement. It truly is my favorite time of year! I encourage you to mark your calendars for CPS Commencement, which will take place on the evening of Saturday, May 18th. It promises to be a memorable occasion celebrating the achievements of our graduating students.
I extend my gratitude to each member of our community for their contributions to the success and vibrancy of CPS. I look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events, whether on campus or virtually.
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Liesl Riddle, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Professional Studies
The George Washington University
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Is Impeachment Becoming Routine? Mastering the Room Podcast Episode Recorded Live with U.S. Representatives | |
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At the 2024 Paul O’Dwyer Endowed Forum for Political Ethics, two U.S. representatives, one Democrat and one Republican, engaged in a spirited discussion, showcasing their ability to find common ground despite their partisan differences. Casey Burgat, the GSPM Legislative Affairs Program Director, moderated the conversation between U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) and former U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Ill.) They discussed a variety of issues related to the normalization of impeachment and its impact on democracy.
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CPS Students Compete in 2024 Cyber Fusion Competition | |
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Recently our team of six cybersecurity bachelor’s degree students participated in a hands-on learning experience to help them prepare for unknown challenges in their future careers. The team participated in the Commonwealth Cyber Fusion competition, an invitation-only event for Virginia colleges that are designated National Centers of Academic Excellence in cyber defense.
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Government Communications Study Reveals Critical Insights for Building Public Trust | |
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The results of a new survey highlighting gaps and distrust between government communicators and the public is now available for download.
The second year of the GW Government and Public Affairs (GPA) Study is aimed at understanding the challenges faced by government professionals, identifying strategies to enhance public trust in government messaging and providing valuable insights into the current landscape of government communications. The Study is conducted by GW’s Graduate School of Political Management (GSPM) and Schoen Cooperman Research (SCR), in partnership with the National Association of Government Communicators (NAGC) and Ragan Publishing (PR Daily).
Read more (and download the report)
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Publishing Student Advances to Final Round in GW’s New Venture Competition | |
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Publishing student Heather Elwing, CPS ‘25, has advanced to the final round of GW’s annual New Venture Competition (NVC) where she will compete alongside other GW students for up to $400,000 in prizes. Heather, a professional pet groomer of over 25 years, enrolled in the publishing master’s program with a dream to found a professional pet grooming magazine.
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This Week: Global Perspective Residency Students in the UK | |
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This past week, GSPM's Global Perspective Residency students were in the United Kingdom for an immersive in-person experience. This trip follows a four-week asynchronous course, where they learned about the U.K.'s pivotal role as a close ally of the U.S. and an important member of NATO.
Throughout their visit, our cohort met with various officials and political experts, further enriching their understanding of the special relationship between the U.K. and U.S. Highlights included a tour of Parliament and a discussion with Robert Courts KC Member of Parliament.
Learn more about the Global Perspective Residency Programs and apply for the next upcoming residency to the UK-Brussels.
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CPS Hosts Esteemed Panelists to Imagine the Future With Artificial Intelligence | | |
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CPS is poised to be a part of the second annual GW Business & Policy Forum. Under the theme "Imagining the Future with AI," the April 2 forum will gather leading experts and practitioners from both private and public sectors. One of the highlights of this event is CPS’s Panel 5, titled "AI at the Intersection of Cybersecurity," scheduled from 2:20 to 3:00 p.m.
Read more & register to attend
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Toni Marsh Receives Writing in the Disciplines Faculty Award | | |
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Congratulations to Paralegal Studies Program Director Toni Marsh for winning a 2024 Writing in the Disciplines (WID) Award. She was selected for this faculty honor by demonstrating excellence in assignment design and implementation in her Politics of Juvenile Justice course. She challenges students to improve their writing through a multi-step process, while researching juvenile justice issues and solutions.
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Publishing Student Katelyn Leboff Publishes First Book | | |
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Katelyn Leboff, a 2017 graduate of the MPS in Publishing Program, will have her first book published, June 21, 2024 by Finishing Line Press. The book is titled Kintsugi and is described as a collection of poems written from the heart and soul, for anyone who has experienced trauma. The poems are partly a memoir of a young woman’s journey, but also encompass universal truths and experiences of joy and heartache.
Read more
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PRSA National Chapter Board Meets at GW | | |
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The Public Relations Society of America’s (PRSA) National Chapter Board met in early March at GW’s Arlington Education Center. Larry Parnell, associate professor and program director of the strategic public relations program, is a member of the board (pictured far left, back row).
As the largest PRSA chapter in the nation, the local Chapter advances the communications profession in the Washington, D.C. area.
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2024 Election Hub Coming Soon | | |
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The Graduate School of Political Management's (GSPM) 2024 Election Hub will be a one-stop clearinghouse to find out about everything election-related going on at GSPM. The new website resource has been created to provide insights from our expert faculty, including news clips, podcast episodes, polling data, political events, scholarly research and more. Be on the lookout for the website’s launch and check back frequently for updates during the election season. | |
UPCOMING STUDENT & COMMUNITY EVENTS | |
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Info Session & Priority Application Deadline for Semester in Washington
March 27, 11 AM | Online Info Session
Semester in Washington Program (SIW) is now accepting applications for summer 2024. Focused on applied politics, this year-round transformative and immersive educational experience offers undergraduate students from around the world a unique opportunity to delve into the inner workings of American government while gaining practical skills and insights into political management. Online info session March 27, priority application March 31.
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Information Technology CareerBuilder: AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification Exam
March 28, 7-8 PM | Online
This is a foundational certification that can launch you into the field of cloud computing. The CareerBuilder is a great opportunity for you to hear about this certification, as our IT Bachelor program includes a class that covers the exam. Our IT Program Director, Tierney Pitzer will discuss the exam content and provide ideas for exam preparation.
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Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week (GPSAW) April 1-5
The George Washington University will be celebrating Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week (GPSAW) during the first week of April (April 1st-April 5th) with a variety of free events for graduate students to unwind, connect with each other and celebrate their accomplishments.
Don’t miss the University Yard Social, the GA Appreciation Lunch, the Resource Fair and Professional Headshots, Virtual Trivia Night or Happy Hour and more. Visit the Office of Graduate Affairs’(OGA) website for the full lineup of events and registration information. Please reach out to ogpa@gwu.edu if you have any questions.
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GW Business and Policy Forum
April 2, 2024, 8 AM to 6:30 PM | In-person
Jack Morton Auditorium, 805 21st Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20052
CPS is poised to be a part of the second annual GW Business & Policy Forum. Under the theme "Imagining the Future with AI," the April 2 forum will gather leading experts and practitioners from both private and public sectors. One of the highlights of this event is CPS’s Panel 5, titled "AI at the Intersection of Cybersecurity," scheduled from 2:20 to 3:00 p.m. Learn more & register to attend
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Save the Date for GW Giving Day
Change a Student’s Life! On Giving Day 2024, April 3-4, join the George Washington University community – on Foggy Bottom’s campus and around the globe – to make a difference. From financial aid and #OnlyAtGW moments to leading-edge research and groundbreaking discoveries, your generous support of GW on Giving Day will provide the foundation to educate the next generation of creators, innovators, and leaders.
For 24 hours, you can make a difference in the lives of our students and everyone who their work will touch. Join us on April 3-4, 2024.
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Chief Influencer LIVE with President & CEO of SHRM Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.
April 23, 2024 5:30 PM-7 PM | In-Person, GW Alexandria Education Center
Chief Influencer is a groundbreaking initiative brought to you by Social Driver and The Communications Board, in partnership with GW's College of Professional Studies. This initiative recognizes individuals, “Chief Influencers,” for their unique ability to connect with others, motivating individuals both inside of their organizations and beyond and creating a lasting impact. Join us for our LIVE podcast episode!
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DMV Student Journal Symposium for Literary and Research Publications
April 26, 2024, 1 PM-4 PM | In-Person, Washington, DC
Join us for the first of a proposed annual symposium of undergraduate and graduate student-led journals. This event is a chance for anyone interested in student publications to engage in interactive workshops and roundtable conversations, hear from panel discussions and a plenary speaker, and connect with fellow university journals in the DC area. We hope to foster conversation on best editorial, leadership, and community practices and discover how to support student publications. Topics will include sustainable leadership, ethics, diversity, and navigating AI in submissions.
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2024 GSPM Toast the Network & Alumni Achievement Awards
May 15, 2024, 6 PM-8 PM | In-Person, Washington, DC
Please join Dean Liesl Riddle and the GSPM alumni and faculty communities in honoring this year’s Alumni Achievement Award recipient(s)! The event will be an opportunity to celebrate the special achievements of our award winners and toast the graduating students who will be the newest members of our alumni community. All members of the GSPM alumni community and graduating students are invited to attend.
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