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GSPM Executive Director Job Posting:
An invitation to apply for the position of EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR of the Graduate School of Political Management (GSPM).
We're excited to announce an incredible opportunity for an inspiring and visionary leader to join the George Washington University's Graduate School of Political Management (GSPM) as the Executive Director! This position offers the chance to shape the future of political leadership and governance, driving impactful programs and initiatives that prepare students to excel in the evolving political landscape. If you, or someone you know, has a passion for fostering academic excellence and empowering the next generation of political leaders, we invite you to consider joining us in this thrilling journey of educational and professional advancement at GSPM!
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Ali Eskandarian Announces Resignation from Academic Leadership
Dean of College of Professional Studies and Virginia Science and Technology Campus to take sabbatical during spring semester.
January 3, 2018
Ali Eskandarian, who has served for nearly seven years as dean of the College of Professional Studies (CPS) and Virginia Science and Technology Campus (VSTC), has announced his resignation from academic leadership, effective Jan. 31.


‘Making George Proud,’ LeBlanc Inaugurated as 17th GW President
December 20, 2017
“At GW, we will have a clear purpose: We will choose to lead,” said GW President Thomas J. LeBlanc during his inaugural address on November 13. His speech rallied the university around this shared purpose with his words striking a balance between reflecting on a historic institution, and aspiring for what the university community will achieve under his leadership.

Associate Dean Ashkar Receives Conservation Landscaping Award
December 19, 2017
Join us in congratulating Adele Ashkar, CPS Associate Dean for Academic Excellence, for receiving the 2017 Marcy Damon Conservation Landscaping Award. She was honored by the Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council (CCLC), a regional non-profit, for her long-time devotion to sustainable landscaping and excellence in education.

GSPM Honors African American Trailblazers in Politics
December 18, 2017
The George Washington University Graduate School of Political Management (GSPM) and the Virginia Leadership Institute (VLI) launched the inaugural Trailblazers in Politics award Nov. 29, honoring diverse GSPM students and alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of politics.

To Err is Human: Human Factors in Cybersecurity
December 17, 2017
Dr. Scott White is willing to lecture almost anywhere. While he usually teaches in a classroom, he agreed to share his insights on “Human Factors and Cybersecur

“All Roads Lead Back to Arnie Grossblatt and GW’s Publishing Program”
December 16, 2017
“People from all walks of life come to D.C. with a very specific purpose,” says Arnie Grossblatt, director of the publishing program

CEPL Alumni Receive Prestigious Presidential Rank Awards
December 15, 2017
The Center for Excellence in Public Leadership (CEPL) contributes to advancing excellence in public service in multiple ways.