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2025 annual report

Announcing the 2025 CPS Annual Roadmap Report

October 12, 2025

It is with great enthusiasm that I share with you the newly published 2025 CPS Annual Roadmap Report.

GSPM group poses in the House in Brasilia, Brazil

Exploring South America’s Powerhouse: GSPM and CPS Students in Brazil

October 12, 2025

Participants in the Global Politics program's Brazil Residency capped a four-week course with an immersive experience in São Paulo and Brasília.

Debbie Mucarsel-Powell

Meet GSPM’s New Executive Director Debbie Mucarsel-Powell

October 10, 2025

GSPM has appointed former U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell as its new executive director.

Brady Rivera, A’aron John, Fernando Garcia-Corrales, Salimatou Doumbouya and Nicole Mintz

CPS Students Explore Opportunities at GW Career Expo

October 8, 2025

CPS Director of Career Services Nicole Mintz connected with a number of College of Professional Studies (CPS) students at GW’s Career Exploration Expo.

Latin Heritage Celebration

Alumni Spotlight: GSPM Celebrates Latin Heritage Month

October 8, 2025

At GSPM we celebrate our Hispanic and Latino alumni every day for the leadership, vision and dedication they bring to politics and our communities. This Latin Heritage Month, we’re proud to spotlight two of our alumni and share their stories.

August 2025 Welcome Back to Campus Message – Dean Liesl Riddle

August 28, 2025

Welcome to a new academic year at the George Washington University’s College of Professional Studies (CPS)!

Dr. Tobias Grieff

How Higher Ed Can Ace Civics Education

August 28, 2025

Congratulations to Dr. Tobias Greiff for co-authoring an article on the importance of well-chosen partnerships and the wider challenges and opportunities of civics education in the United States.

Jessica Irving, Maiya Norwood, John Warren, Breanna Crossman, and Amelia Nason standing together and smiling

Creating Community: GW Students Organize Student Journal Symposium

August 27, 2025

GW students organized the second Student Journal Symposium, creating a space where collaboration, publishing practice, and shared passion for student-led journals could thrive.

 


The Professionals Podcast

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How do you become an FBI and CIA agent? Ask Tracy Walder.

Tracy Walder, a former CIA officer and FBI special agent, shares her unique career path and insights into the world of intelligence and national security.

How does disruption advance a career? Ask Charlene Li.

In this episode of The Professionals Podcast, hosts Luke Kasim and Amanda Gillespie engage with Charlene Li, an expert in disruptive strategy and leadership.

How Do You Outthink Unthinkable Threats? Ask Bart E. Womack.

Bart Womack, a retired Command Sergeant Major and security expert, discusses insider threats, situational awareness, and leadership under pressure.

 

The Dean's Newsletter

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The CPS monthly Dean’s newsletter captures news and points-of-pride for our College community. Through these timely updates, we will share with you a few highlights of how CPS faculty, staff, students, alumni, partners and leadership are shaping our dynamic future.