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News & Events

Explore the latest news and events at the GW School of Business, from rankings and faculty publications to online Info Sessions, student engagement activities, and messages from our dean. This page offers samples of each news and event type; select "view all" below each section to go to the page for that category.

News

GWSB Becomes New Center of Excellence for DHS

July 08, 2020

The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate has selected the GW School of Business to lead a new

GWSB Announces HyFlex Plan for Fall Semester Courses and Student Services

July 07, 2020
Similar to hybrid course design, this teaching mode is designed to maximize classroom time for active learning while allowing for lecture-based learning on a student's own time.

New Strategic Foresight Course Prepares GWSB Students to Lead

July 06, 2020
The intensive online course taught by futurist Thomas Debass, Acting Special Representative for Global Partnerships at the U.S. Department of State, blended integrated case analysis and trend examination with virtual site visits.

Dr. Vanessa Perry Receives Prestigious Marketing Award

June 26, 2020
The associate dean for faculty and research received the award for her significant research and teaching contributions as a mentor to students and professors of color from underrepresented groups in the field of marketing.
Aerial view of the island of Salt Cay in the Turks and Caicos

Alumnus and Students Partner to Ensure Sustainable Future for Carribean Island Community

June 24, 2020
Ken Chaletzky (BBA ‘71) partnered with Prof. Linda Ambrosie’s Tourism Economics class to identify what type of tourism investment could best revitalize the island of Salt Cay in the Turks and Caicos.

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Events

July
15
Wednesday

George Talks Business - GW Health, Wellness & Public Safety Panel

12:00pm—12:45pm

July
23
Thursday

Leading in a Healthcare Crisis

9:00am—1:00pm

July
23
Thursday

Welcome Town Hall for Undergraduate Students

12:00pm—1:00pm

July
25
Saturday

Welcome Town Hall for Graduate Students

9:30am—10:30am

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Getting Ink

Getting Ink - Week of June 15, 2020

June 15, 2020
When a GW School of Business faculty member or alumnus publishes or is quoted in a news article, you'll find it here. This installment covers the week of June 15, 2020.

Getting Ink - Week of June 8, 2020

June 08, 2020
When a GW School of Business faculty member or alumnus publishes or is quoted in a news article, you'll find it here. This installment covers the week of June 8, 2020.

Getting Ink - Week of November 25, 2019

November 26, 2019
When a GW School of Business faculty member or alumnus publishes or is quoted in a news article, you'll find it here. This installment covers the week of November 25, 2019.

Getting Ink - Week of November 18, 2019

November 22, 2019
When a GW School of Business faculty member or alumnus publishes or is quoted in a news article, you'll find it here. This installment covers the week of November 18, 2019.

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Publications & Kudos

Publications & Kudos - Week of June 22, 2020

June 22, 2020
When a GW School of Business faculty member or alumnus publishes in an academic journal, receives an award, or is a featured speaker at an event, you'll find it here. This installment covers the week of June 22, 2020.

Publications & Kudos - Week of June 15, 2020

June 15, 2020
When a GW School of Business faculty member or alumnus publishes in an academic journal, receives an award, or is a featured speaker at an event, you'll find it here. This installment covers the week of June 15, 2020.

Economic Viewpoint with Danny Leipziger: The Economic Policy Response to the Coronavirus?

March 16, 2020
The GWSB professor of international business looks at the sharp collapse of the stock market and the macroeconomic implications of the pandemic.

Economic Viewpoint with Danny Leipziger: Does the U.S. Need an Industrial Policy?

March 15, 2020
The GWSB professor of international business examines how several other countries use industrial policies to provide economic incentives and concludes that the answer is yes.

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Messages From the Dean

Message From the Dean — June 2020

June 23, 2020
Dean Mehrotra provides an overview of Fall 2020 academics, announces new town hall meetings, highlights the latest issue of GWBusiness Magazine, and much more.

Message From the Dean — May 2020

May 20, 2020
Dean Mehrotra discusses our virtual commencement ceremonies, announces the new STEM designation for the school's Global MBA and Accelerated MBA programs, and more.

Message From the Dean — April 2020

April 28, 2020
Dean Mehrotra praises the strength of the GWSB community during the continuing COVID-19 pandemic and reveals a number of significant new program enhancements.

Message From the Dean — March 2020

March 30, 2020
Dean Mehrotra shares positive news about how the GW School of Business continues to advance its mission of providing a world-class education in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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