Alumni Stories
Where will Georgetown lead you? Our alumni go on to exciting careers – in every facet of society – and strive to make the world a better place. Alumni become humanitarians, social activists, academics, heads of states, comedians, journalists, business owners, doctors and lawyers. Our extensive alumni network provides mentorship and inspiration.
Exceptional Alumni
The John Carroll Award recognizes alumni who exemplify the ideals and traditions of Georgetown and its founder. The Patrick Healy Award honors a friend of the university whose achievements and service reflect Georgetown ideals and traditions.
A Testimonial
“Reflecting on the faculty members at Georgetown who had guided and supported me, it had such a tremendous impact. So I’ve been considering what effect I can have as a Native educator in academic medicine. I hope I can be just as inspirational for other future Native physicians if I go down that path.”
Hoyas on the Hill
“My humble advice is to do what you love, what you’re passionate about. That will give you the sense of meaning that we all crave. You will do your best work when you care about what you are doing.” Senator Jon Ossoff (SFS’09) D-Georgia
Covering the White House
“The big takeaway from Georgetown was to use whatever platform, whatever privilege you have to bring justice to the world…If you’re a Georgetown University alumna, you’re tasked with the opportunity and responsibility to make the world a better place.”
University News
Steven Gillen (G’96, ‘01) was unsure about joining the Foreign Service when he met his mentor at Georgetown. Today, he’s served all over the world, most recently as a hostage…
A Testimonial
“I started Phil’s Finest when I was still a senior in college with one of my best friends. A lot has changed since then, but the two things that have stayed the same are the mission and inspiration for the company, which is the belief that we can use delicious food to bring people together and fight one of the most important issues of our generation.”