Each month, we highlight members of GW Engineering's administrative team, whose tireless work keeps our school moving forward.
Aidan Furlong is a key member of the administrative team within the Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE). This team is essential to the department’s operations, acting as the backbone that keeps the EMSE community running smoothly. From coordinating events to ensuring resources are available, EMSE staff like Aidan play a crucial role in these efforts, thereby ensuring a seamless experience for everyone in the department. Get to know May’s Local Hero, Aidan Furlong, in the Q&A below!
Q: How long have you been working at GW, and what is your position?
A: I have been working at GW for a little over 2.5 years now! I am the operations assistant for the EMSE Department and GW TAI.
Q: What led you to this career?
A: I had a position my senior year in college where I was a student worker for the engineering school’s advising office. When I needed a job after graduating, I thought applying for a higher education job was best for me with this past experience on my resume.
Q: Why did you choose GW?
A: A lot of it was a location-based decision! I had an apartment in Rosslyn before I had a job, so I applied to a lot of different positions around the area. I also visited when I was in high school, but I didn’t end up attending, so I was very glad to get the chance to work here instead!
Q: What is one thing you wish you’d known when you started working at GW?
A: How busy the campus gets during the school year, and then how quiet it gets during the summer!
Q: What is your favorite part about working at GW Engineering?
A: The people I have met and the relationships I have built in my time here!
Q: Why would someone want to work at GW Engineering?
A: The passion that people have for this school! It still impresses me even after working here for as long as I have.
Q: What is your biggest work pet peeve?
A: When I receive an email and my name is spelled Aiden instead of Aidan.
Q: What’s your ideal way to spend the weekend?
A: Spending time with my girlfriend, playing golf, and playing video games. My three favorite activities!
Q: What’s one of your favorite memories from the past year?
A: Going to the Bahamas with my girlfriend and her amazing family!
Q: Tell us something people don’t know about you.
A: My time in Virginia is the first time I’ve ever lived outside of New England.
Q: Do you have any pets?
A: Unfortunately, I don’t, but I would love a dog!