Signature Events

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The Office of Student Life supports the community of engaged students by creating meaningful traditions, fostering opportunities for involvement, and contributing to a lasting institutional affinity. There are many programs that the Office of Student Life considers signature events. Through these events, we help students identify university resources pertinent to their needs, build connections within the GW community, and recognize the academic components found within co-curricular programs.

 

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Inflatable carnival tent set up outside the George Statue on University Yard

Weeks of Welcome

Weeks of Welcome showcases the many resources GW has to offer for academic success and student support, opportunities for involvement, and more.

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Two students competing in an arcade game

Midnight Breakfast

Midnight Breakfast is held during finals week. It provides students with a late-night break from studying. It is designated to foster community and relaxation during a stressful time.

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Large signs posted in the USC Great Hall; first sign title reads "39th annual Excellence in Student Life Awards: Outstanding Service Award Winners"

Student Life Awards

The Student Life Awards honors the individuals and groups that work tirelessly to enhance student life on campus and work alongside our surrounding community. 

 

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Three students holding up bouquets of flowers in University Yard

Buff & Bloom Week

Buff and Bloom Week is designed to celebrate the student culture at GW. It features a range of events and activities to celebrate the start of spring.

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STudents playing a game of pick-up soccer on the National Mall with the Lincoln Memorial in the background

Class Year Programs

Class Year Programs are a series of events designed to help GW students strengthen their community within their academic year.

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Students taking pizza at the Vern Pool Party

Vern Events

The Mount Vernon Campus offers unique events throughout the academic year. These events are offered exclusively at the Mount Vernon Campus, but are open to all students.

 INITIATIVE SPOTLIGHT

 

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Vice Provost for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Colette Coleman talking with two students in front of a display board with the question "What does democracy mean to you?"

Democracy is in Our DNA

This university initiative aims to cultivate a campus environment where each community member can engage with opportunities and programs that foster student development, wellbeing and belonging at GW and beyond.

 

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