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Racing Against the Odds at Baja SAE Maryland
August 7, 2025
The GW Baja Team put their off-road recreational vehicle to the test at Baja SAE Maryland, facing several challenges along the way but remaining resilient and collaborative.
GW Engineering Alumnus Jamie Holcombe Named VP of US AI
August 7, 2025
Jamie Holcombe, a GW Engineering alumnus and former USPTO CIO, joins US AI as VP, bringing federal tech leadership and expertise in AI transformation
Professor Barba Flags Benchmarking Shortfalls in AI for Science
August 6, 2025
MAE Professor Lorena Barba calls for standardized, trustworthy AI benchmarks, warning that flawed benchmarks undermine scientific progress.
Alumnus Leads Regional Bridge Operations at Michael Baker International
August 5, 2025
Hratch Pakhchanian joins Michael Baker International as Regional Operations Lead-Bridge, bringing 40+ years of federal highway experience.
GW Institute for Computer Graphics Renamed GW Institute for Innovation in Health Computing
August 1, 2025
GW's Institute for Computer Graphics has been renamed the Institute for Innovation in Health Computing to better reflect its mission and vision.
GW-NASA System Wide Safety (SWS) Collaboration Advances GW Aviation Safety Research
August 1, 2025
MAE Professor Peng Wei led the GW-NASA System-Wide Safety (SWS) collaboration to develop an in-time, learning-based aviation safety management system (ILASMS).
Professors Grady and Helveston Highlight Urgency in U.S. Clean Energy Investments
July 31, 2025
In April 2025, EMSE Prof. Caitlin Grady led Prof. John Helveston and other panelists in a discussion exploring how policy tools like tax incentives and tariffs could bolster America's clean energy sector.
Festival of Animation Showcases Innovation and Creativity in Digital Media
July 30, 2025
In Spring 2025, the Festival of Animation celebrated 32 years of student work in animation, games, and interactive media. Explore highlights from the event!
Site Visit Gives Civil Engineering Students Real-World Insight into Concrete Design
July 29, 2025
To apply classroom concepts in a real-world setting, Prof. Sameh Badie accompanied a group of undergraduate CEE students to the Four Seasons Private Residences construction site.
GW Reaffirmed as National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research
July 25, 2025
The NSA renewed the George Washington University’s Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research (CAE-R) designation through the academic year 2030.
GW Engineering Hosts Cyber Scholars to Strengthen U.S. Digital Defense
July 24, 2025
GW Engineering hosted the DoD Cyber Service Academy boot camp, welcoming future cyber defenders and showcasing its role in advancing national cybersecurity education.
Advancing PFAS Groundwater Remediation Research
July 24, 2025
CEE Professor Xitong Liu supported research on PFAS removal using colloidal activated carbon, advancing understanding of CAC barrier design and implementation.