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  • Paige Maylath (SFS’25) Combines Research, Governance and Education
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    Paige Maylath (SFS’25) Combines Research, Governance and Education

    Paige Maylath (SFS’25), a senior at Georgetown, has carved a path defined by curiosity, rigor and a commitment to understanding the complexities of governance and human rights. She was also a finalist for the 2025 Rhodes Scholarship. As a science, technology and international affairs (STIA) major with a concentration in security in the School of…

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  • Passing it on: Tips for SFS grad school applicants
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    Passing it on: Tips for SFS grad school applicants

    Grad admissions can be a maze—but you’re not alone. SFS students share their top tips to help you navigate the process with confidence.

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  • Saurabh Bhoyar (MSFS’25) combines security and tech studies with energy and climate innovation
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    Saurabh Bhoyar (MSFS’25) combines security and tech studies with energy and climate innovation

    Saurabh Bhoyar (MSFS’25) came to SFS with a defense tech background—now he’s passionate about environmental justice and energy security too.

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  • GHD students spend summer engaging internationally
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    GHD students spend summer engaging internationally

    After year one, GHD students intern worldwide, applying classroom learning and gaining skills to launch careers in global development.

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  • SFS honors student veterans
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    SFS honors student veterans

    The School of Foreign Service recognizes and celebrates the contributions of some of our student veterans.

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  • 2024 Paul F. Pelosi Scholars Reflect on Internships in Public Service
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    2024 Paul F. Pelosi Scholars Reflect on Internships in Public Service

    Now in its sixth year, the Paul F. Pelosi Scholars Initiative (PSI) continues to empower exceptional SFS sophomores and juniors with transformative opportunities in public service. 

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  • MSFS Class of 2026 Orientation
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    MSFS Class of 2026 Orientation

    M.S. in Foreign Service (MSFS) program welcomed over 125 members of the Class of 2026 to campus on August 22nd and 23rd. The new first-year students engaged in discussions with their peers, faculty, and second-year students. Day 1 Students introduced themselves in groups representing their regional, topical, and personal interests. They then engaged in a…

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  • Dion Romano (GHD’24) gains hands-on experience with development through GHD
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    Dion Romano (GHD’24) gains hands-on experience with development through GHD

    Dion Romano (GHD’24) came to Georgetown from the Philippines to pursue a master in global human development (GHD).

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  • Georgie Wilson (SFS’24) on expanding possibilities and experiences at Georgetown
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    Georgie Wilson (SFS’24) on expanding possibilities and experiences at Georgetown

    Wilson, originally from Sydney, Australia, and now living in Moorestown, New Jersey, is graduating this spring with a major in global business and a minor in Latin American studies.

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  • From comedy to academic council, Zan Haq (SFS’24) savors every opportunity at Georgetown
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    From comedy to academic council, Zan Haq (SFS’24) savors every opportunity at Georgetown

    Zan Haq (SFS’24), a senior from Dallas, is a culture and politics major with a minor in Arabic.

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