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GW CEPL Launches New Micro-Executive Certificate in Emerging Technology Leadership, with a Focus on AI

November 3, 2026

What does it mean to lead well when the technologies around us no longer just wait for our commands, but increasingly act alongside us?

Rendering of the Wādī Baladnā riverfront proposal.

GW Sustainable Urban Planning Students Place Third in Competition to Reinvent Cities

November 2, 2026

Student team earned third place in the C40 Cities competition with a proposal transforming an urban riverfront into a vibrant, sustainable community space.

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GW College of Professional Studies Hosts National Leaders in Online Learning for Onsite Residency

October 31, 2026

From August 3–6, the George Washington University College of Professional Studies (CPS) welcomed approximately 30 higher education leaders to the GW Arlington Education Center.

Fall 2026 Welcome Back to School Message

September 2, 2026

A message from Dean Liesl Riddle welcoming the community to our new academic year at the George Washington University’s College of Professional Studies (CPS)!

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CPS, English department collaborate to launch new combined BA/MPS

August 24, 2026

The GW Hatchet - The College of Professional Studies and the Department of English will launch a new combined bachelor’s in creative writing and master’s of professional studies degree in publishing.

John Warren and student award winners

GW Journal of Ethics in Publishing Receives 2026 SSP EPIC Award

July 12, 2026

The GW Journal of Ethics in Publishing (GWJEP) has won Silver at the 2026 EPIC Awards, presented by the Society for Scholarly Publishing (SSP).

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Calvin Cafritz Awards Honor D.C. Government Employees Going Beyond Responsibility

This year’s winners designed systems for greater efficiency in government operations, delivering improved services for city residents.

July 6, 2026

GW hosted the 23rd Calvin Cafritz Awards Gala for distinguished DC government employees June 24 in recognition of outstanding performance and exemplary service.

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Commencement 2026: Reliving the Moments

June 10, 2026

2026 Commencement season highlights include photos, a video replay of the livestreamed graduation ceremony, program download, speakers and awards.

 


The Professionals Podcast

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How do you show employers you've got what it takes? Ask ISC2's Casey Marks.

In this episode of the Professionals Podcast, hosts Luke Kasim and Amanda Gillespie sit down with Casey Marks, Chief Qualifications Officer at ISC2.

Unlocking Career Growth: Insights from Season 2

In this episode, the hosts reflect on the most impactful moments from Season 2 of the podcast, highlighting insights from various guests.

How do you ask the tough questions? Ask journalist Frank Sesno.

In this episode, hosts Amanda Gillespie and Luke Kasim sit down with Frank Sesno, award-winning journalist and media educator.

 

The Dean's Newsletter

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The CPS monthly Dean’s newsletter captures news and points-of-pride for our College community. Through these timely updates, we will share with you a few highlights of how CPS faculty, staff, students, alumni, partners and leadership are shaping our dynamic future.