Who We Are
WHO WE ARE
The Division for Student Affairs cultivates an inclusive community
that supports connection, growth, and wellbeing
for every student throughout their GW journey.
What We Do
A Holistic Experience
The George Washington University believes that all students deserve a holistic experience of academic, residential and co-curricular activities and that the totality of the student experience can contribute to students’ ability to grow and succeed throughout their lives.
Built on a foundation of integrity, creativity and openness to the exploration of new ideas, the university aims to foster a dynamic, student-focused community stimulated by cultural and intellectual diversity.
Fostering Community
The Division for Student Affairs empowers the personal and academic development of our diverse community of students. We foster inclusive communities for belonging; provide leadership opportunities and activities; and support student physical, mental, and collective wellbeing. Our service prepares students for a life of learning, engaged citizenship, and care for self and others.
Our Core Principles
From student programming to staff and faculty resources and everything in between, our work in Student Affairs is guided by five core principles that inform and infuse everything we do.
Community
Building community through belonging and tradition.
Critical Thinking
Developing critical thinking skills through inquiry and reflection.
Curiosity
Sparking curiosity through experiences.
Empathy
Fostering empathy through exploration and dialogue.
Exploration
Promoting growth and wellbeing through discovery.
For general questions, comments, or requests for more information, please email students
gwu [dot] edu (students[at]gwu[dot]edu).