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 faculty. However, without the tireless work of GW Engineering staff, nothing would be possible. From our facilities, to our technology, to supporting our events, the staff at GW Engineering keeps our school moving forward. Each month we will highlight one staff member in our Local Hero editorial feature. Take the time to meet the people who are at the foundation of our school.
The Office of Undergraduate Student Services, Advising, and Records is the home of the professional advising team that guides GW Engineering students throughout their entire time at the school. Advisors, such as Senior Academic Advisor Jonathan Yoo, work hard to ensure all undergraduate students achieve academic success and are connected to the countless resources available to them at GW Engineering. Read below to learn more about February’s Local Hero, Jonathan Yoo :
Q: How long have you been working at GW and what is your position?
A: I am currently the Senior Academic Advisor in the GW Engineering Undergraduate Advising Office and have been in this position for one year, since February 2023.
Q: What led you to this career?
A: I have a great passion for higher education and enjoy working with students to achieve academic success.
Q: Why did you choose GW?
A: I chose GW for its career and networking opportunities in higher education and admire the University’s mission for academic excellence.
Q: What is one thing you wish you’d known when you started working at GW?
A: I have worked in different schools at GW in the past so I had the same expectations.
Q: What is your favorite part about working at GW Engineering?
A: My favorite part of working at GW Engineering is being surrounded by supportive faculty and staff.
Q: Why would someone want to work at GW Engineering?
A: I believe it’s the positive environment and support from the staff and faculty. Everyone that I have met so far has been friendly and always willing to lend a helping hand.
Q: What is your biggest work pet peeve?
A: Inconsistency.
Q: What’s your ideal way to spend the weekend?
A: When the weather is nice, I like to go for a walk and play tennis. I also enjoy hanging out with friends for brunch and attending free events.
Q: What's one of your favorite memories from the past year?
A: My family and I visited Niagara Falls last August and had a family reunion with relatives from South Korea.
Q: Do you have any pets?
A: I do not have pets but I hope to have a dog in the future.