Every person in the GW Engineering community contributes to the fabric and culture of what makes us great and unique. As an institution of higher education, we often celebrate the achievements of our students and staff. However, without the tireless work of the GW Engineering administrative team, nothing would be possible. From our facilities to our technology to supporting events, the administrative team at GW Engineering keeps our school moving forward. Each month we will highlight one of the members of the admin team in our Local Hero editorial feature. Take the time to meet the people who are at the foundation of our school.
Each department within GW Engineering has its own team dedicated to supporting its community. In the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE), Brian Harris assists in leading operations to ensure everything runs smoothly for students and faculty alike. Read on to learn more about May’s Local Hero, Brian Harris!
Q: How long have you been working at GW and what is your position?
A: I have been working at GW for 3 years as the Department Operations Assistant for the MAE Department.
Q: What led you to this career?
A: I was applying for the M.S. Museum Studies Program here at GW and needed a job to financially support me through my time there. My ultimate goal is to find a job in museum collections management.
Q: Why did you choose GW?
A: I chose GW because I am a native Washingtonian, and the Museum Studies Program is one of the best in the country and perfectly located near the Smithsonian. It also helped to have tuition remission as a full-time employee.
Q: What is one thing you wish you’d known when you started working at GW?
A: I wish I knew the employee benefits.
Q: What is your favorite part about working at GW Engineering?
A: Seeing all of the students’ capstone projects come together at the end of the year. Also, how willing people are to help you when you reach out to them.
Q: Why would someone want to work at GW Engineering?
A: The best students in GW!
Q: What is your biggest work pet peeve?
A: Banner award system. Awards get lost, and you cannot see where they are currently sitting.!
Q: What’s your ideal way to spend the weekend?
A: Early morning gym sessions, getting too many honey old bay wings, and binge-watching Lord of the Rings or Star Wars.
Q: What's one of your favorite memories from the past year?
A: Graduating with an M.S. in Museum Studies.
Q: Tell us something people don’t know about you.
A: I was a gymnast until I was 10, and I have six brothers and sisters.