SFS Stories
Alumni
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SFS professor and alumna partner to examine critical junctures shaping Ethiopian national identity
SFS Professor Lahra Smith and alumna Bethania Michael (SFS’19, MSFS’22) examine key turning points shaping Ethiopian identity, citizenship and conflict.
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SSP alumnus playing (cyber) defense at the World Cup
As millions of fans tuned in to cheer for their national teams during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Security Studies Program alumnus Sina Nemazi (SSP’24) was focused on a different goal: protecting the international tournament from cyber attacks.
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When USAID closed, development professionals turned to Pivot with Purpose
Pivot with Purpose helped displaced USAID professionals navigate career transitions through coaching, resources and a supportive peer network.
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Bassam Haddad (MAAS’94) bridges academia and media to advance knowledge production on the Arab world
Bassam Haddad (MAAS’94) describes the MAAS program as an incubator for many projects across his 34-year career spanning academia, filmmaking and digital media.
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Behind the lens with foreign affairs photojournalist Amanda Rivkin (SSP’11)
Foreign affairs photojournalist Amanda Rivkin (SSP’11) reflects on how her studies inform her reporting and shares a selection of images from her portfolio.
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Greta Scharnweber (MAAS’01) advances international education across borders and disciplines
Alumna Greta Scharnweber (MAAS’01) reflects on her 20-year global career in international education and offers advice for Arab studies students.
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Five questions about domestic terrorism and the violence in Minneapolis
In January 2026, two U.S. citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, were shot by U.S. federal agents in Minneapolis as part of local protests against U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Immigration and Customs Enforcement. In describing the circumstances surrounding their deaths, Trump Administration officials used the term “domestic terrorism.” What defines “domestic terrorism” under…
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Disney offers Pierina Anton (GHD’23) a powerful channel for her development experience
Working for Disney, alumna Pierina Anton (GHD’23) is applying global development skills to corporate social responsibility.
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Claudio Cordone (MAAS’84) leads diplomacy in the Middle East
Claudio Cordone (MAAS’84) reflects about his experience in the MAAS program, insights from his global international relations career and his advice for future Arab studies students.
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MSFS alumni return to the Hilltop for a day of reflection and celebration
On October 24, 2025, the Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) program at Georgetown University welcomed alumni from the 50th, 40th, and 25th reunion classes back to the Hilltop for a day of reflection, connection and celebration. The event brought together generations of MSFSers to engage with current students, tour the evolving Georgetown campus…