Embracing Community

The Georgetown experience values community, providing a multi-dimensional education and vibrant experiences in and out of the classroom that enable students to learn more about themselves and others. Campus life fosters intellectual, emotional and spiritual growth by providing diverse programming that meets personal needs and helps prepare students for futures in service to others and the world.

Black Girls Viewed As Less Innocent Than White Girls, Georgetown Research Finds
July 3, 2017
A study by Georgetown Law’s Center on Poverty and Inequality finds that adults view black girls as less innocent and more adult-like than white girls, especially in the age range of 5 to 14.
Islamic Thought Expert to Become Georgetown University in Qatar’s New Dean
June 27, 2017
Ahmad S. Dallal, who previously served as an associate professor and chair of Georgetown’s Arabic and Islamic Studies Department from 2003 to 2009, will become the next dean of Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) on Sept. 1.
Faculty, Staff Recognized for 2016-2017 Outstanding Contributions
May 31, 2017
Georgetown annually recognizes the outstanding service and performance of faculty and staff for their contributions during the 2016-2017 academic year.
Mother, Daughter to Graduate on Same Day at Georgetown Commencement
May 18, 2017
Monica and Olga O'Hearn receive their graduate degrees from Georgetown during the 2017 Commencement weekend.
New Autism Screening Provides Effective Model for Latino Infants
May 10, 2017
Georgetown University Medical Center autism specialists, working with Latino families in Washington, D.C., develop an effective screening program that identifies Latino infants who may be at risk for autism spectrum disorder.
Georgetown Announces 2017 Commencement Speakers
May 5, 2017
The president of Buzzfeed and FiveThirtyEight’s Nate Silver are among the leaders speaking during Georgetown's 2017 Commencement Weekend, May 18-21.
Georgetown Celebrates 2017 Commencement
May 5, 2017
Georgetown will celebrate the achievements of its graduates and the faculty, family and friends who support and inspire them during 2017 Commencement Weekend, May 18-21.
Students on Diversity Committee Train to Lead Talks Among Peers
May 2, 2017
Students on the Provost’s Committee for Diversity complete training to facilitate discussions on diversity and inclusion with first-year students who enter Georgetown.
Georgetown Alumnus Speaks at Global Health Conference
April 19, 2017
Georgetown alumnus Dr. Mark Dybul (C'85, M'92), executive director of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, expresses cautious optimism at a recent global health conference.
Georgetown Apologizes for 1838 Sale of 272 Slaves, Dedicates Buildings
April 18, 2017
Georgetown, in partnership with the Archdiocese of Washington and the Society of Jesus in the United States, holds a religious ceremony and building dedication in remembrance of the university's historical ties to slavery and its steps toward contrition and hope.

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