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DSA cultivates an inclusive community that supports connection, growth, and well-being for every student throughout their GW journey.
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN DSA
Buff & Bloom Week
April 7-12, 2025
Buff and Bloom Week is a campus tradition for all things spring, cherry blossoms, and GW! Get ready for a week jam-packed with numerous events, programs, spectacular activities, and PINK!
Passover at GW
April 12-20, 2025
Passover, or Pesach in Hebrew, is a major Jewish holiday, also called “the festival of unleavened bread.” The Division for Student Affairs and Center for Interfaith & Spiritual Life are proud to partner across GW to share resources and information with the community.
GET TO KNOW OUR OFFICES
"In the Division for Student Affairs, you'll meet a team of people committed to enhancing the GW student experience. We are here for you from the first day you step on campus through to commencement: planning your orientation, advising your student organizations, creating your home away from home, and so much more.”
Colette Coleman
Vice Provost for Student Affairs & Dean of Students
EVERY DAY, WE'RE HELPING STUDENTS FIND PRIDE OF PLACE AT GW
14% of the GW undergraduate student population is a member of a fraternity or sorority
86% of first-year students made at least one connection with another student during New Student Orientation
16,417+ undergraduate and graduate students are involved in at least one student organization
STUDENT STORIES
Courage Beyond the Court
Numbers often tell a story in the world of basketball—points scored, rebounds grabbed, games won. But for Garrett Johnson, a GW rising sophomore forward, the number on his jersey—nine—carries a narrative far beyond the confines of the court.
Revolutionary Tales: Dhvani Modi Is Student Leader of Bedazzling Bhangra Blowout
Being co-executive director of the Indian folk dance is just another way the junior has connected with GW’s South Asian community.
Revolutionary Tales: Demetrius Apostolis’ Pride is Full Speed Ahead
The rising senior, former SGA vice president and pilot in training is a member, advocate and ally of the LGBTQIA+ community at GW.
How I Got the Job: Interning at Washington’s Hallowed Institutions
Rising senior Alanna Moskowitz spent last academic year interning at both the Department of Justice and White House.
CONTACT US
DSA Main Office
University Student Center
800 21st St. NW, Suite 204
Washington, DC 20052
Phone: 202-994-6555
Email: students
gwu [dot] edu (students[at]gwu[dot]edu)