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This Senior Fought for Gun Violence Prevention Since He Was 11. Now, He’s Eying His Future.

Jackson Mittleman’s advocacy has led him to meetings with congressional members and to the White House. Along the way, he charted a new path from the Hilltop to Capitol.…

June 2, 2023

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Sold-Out Comedy Fundraiser Supports Georgetown Scholars Program

The Stand Up for Georgetown comedy fundraiser featured performances from Jim Gaffigan (B'88), John Mulaney (C'04) and Mike Birbiglia (C)…

May 23, 2023

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A Groundskeeper Worked 28 Graduations. This Year, It Was for His Daughter.

For almost three decades, Francisco Velasquez has prepped Georgetown’s front lawn for graduation. This year, he prepared the grounds knowing his daughter would be walking…

May 23, 2023

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Faculty of Languages and Linguistics Ends Academic Year with Annual Awards

Georgetown University’s College of Arts & Sciences gathered at the end of the academic year to celebrate outstanding members of the Faculty of Languages and…

May 22, 2023

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Karen Franklin (C’23) Graduates 45 Years After Leaving the Hilltop

Karen Franklin (C'23) returned to the Hilltop 45 years after she last left to finally…

May 20, 2023

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Yamiche Alcindor (C’09) Delivers 2023 College of Arts & Sciences Commencement Address

Award-winning journalist Yamiche Alcindor (C'09) delivered the commencement address to the College of Arts & Sciences Class of…

May 20, 2023

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The College of Arts & Sciences Honors 2023 Tropaia Award Winners

The Georgetown University College of Arts & Sciences gathered in historic Gaston Hall to honor exceptional graduating seniors and outstanding faculty members at the 104th annual…

May 19, 2023