Our People
The School of Foreign Service (SFS) at Georgetown University is one of the world’s leading academic and research institutions in foreign policy
Our community of faculty, staff, students and alumni plays a vital role in shaping the SFS experience, creating a dynamic environment that inspires learning and fosters global engagement.
Our faculty
Our faculty are experts in their fields and passionate mentors dedicated to fostering a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment. With deep ties to international institutions, governments and global research networks, they bring real-world insights into the classroom, offering a unique blend of academic theory and practical experience. Whether you are engaging in cutting-edge research, tackling complex global challenges, or exploring new interdisciplinary perspectives, the faculty at SFS are here to guide, inspire and support your academic journey.
Staff
The team at the School of Foreign Service is dedicated to enhancing your experience and supporting you throughout your time at Georgetown. From academic advising to event planning, our staff is here to ensure you have access to the resources you need. Discover the various ways our staff can assist you and contribute to your growth and success.
Alumni network
Our alumni network is as diverse as it is impactful, stretching across the globe and influencing various sectors—from diplomacy to business, law and media. These accomplished individuals carry forward the values of public service and scholarship that define SFS. Learn about their journeys, the contributions they are making around the world, and how they continue to connect with and support the SFS community.
Featured stories
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A canceled internship led Talia Martin (SFS’27) to a new mentor and deepened French language skills
When her summer internship at the U.S. Department of State was canceled, Talia Martin (SFS’27) became one of those affected by the federal government workforce reduction.
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Immigration and border policies: Anna Maria Mayda examines the economic consequences of President Trump’s executive orders
Professor Anna Maria Mayda explores the short and long-term implications of President Trump’s immigration policies.
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SFS welcomes General Timothy Haugh to Security Studies Program
Georgetown’s School of Foreign Service welcomes retired Air Force General Timothy D. Haugh to the school as a Distinguished Fellow in Residence within the Security Studies Program (SSP). Gen. Haugh…
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The future of foreign aid: doing less with less
Jeremy Konyndyk (MSFS’03) urges the humanitarian sector to use this drastic funding shortage to do with less by focusing on localization, rethinking the humanitarian financial architecture and mustering the political…
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The future of foreign aid: alternative donors bring different models
Professor Shareen Joshi, associate professor in the School of Foreign Service, highlights the difference in models that comes with alternative development funding from China, the Gulf states or regional development…
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