SFS Stories
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Student Spotlight: “Strait Talk” with Lam Tran
MSFS offers funding to support students’ professional development. First-year MSFS student and STIA-concentrator, Lam Tran, used this opportunity to attend Strait Talk, a multinational dialogue workshop that convenes young professionals to transform cross-Strait relations. Read more about her experience below. Q:Can you share a little about why you attended Strait Talk and what you did during
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.