SFS Stories
Graduate stories
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Chloe Daikh (MAAS’26) dives into education outreach about the Arab world | CCAS 50th Anniversary
Chloe Daikh (MAAS’26) bridges university expertise with K–12 educators across MENA-focused studies.
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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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Melissa Sidwell Bowron (IBP’25) balances school, military service and motherhood
Melissa Sidwell Bowron (MA-IBP’25), an active-duty U.S. Air Force officer, balanced service and parenting while earning her degree at Georgetown.
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Luciana Dahdah (MIMR’26) dives head first into migration policy and uses sports to empower refugee youth
Graduating in MIMR’s inaugural cohort, Luciana Dahdah (MIMR’26) turned her commitment to migration into opportunities for Latin American refugees and migrants.
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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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Summer 2025 Practicum Roundup: M.A. International Migration & Refugees
This summer, the inaugural cohort of the Master of Arts in International Migration and Refugees program completed their summer practicum, a required 8 to 10-week internship with a refugee or migration-related organization. Students have the chance to bring their classroom knowledge to the field by getting hands-on experience at migrant shelters, assisting with day-to-day operations,…
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GHD students engage with global communities for lasting impact
Amid major shifts in the U.S. international development field, GHD students are interning with top global organizations to build expertise and networks.
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Sophia Athan (MAGES’25) explores transatlantic technology policy and international diplomacy
Sophia Athan (MAGES’25) is ready to pursue a meaningful career at the intersection of transatlantic relations and technology policy.
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Pranav Agarwal (MSFS’25) explores public service and ethical leadership
Pranav Agarwal (MSFS’25), a former international lawyer from India, came to MSFS to focus on public service, ethical leadership and professional growth.
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Kyla Denwood (GHD’25) meets new challenges facing international development and global economic policy
Kyla Denwood (GHD’25) went from the White House to West Africa, shifting from public service to impact investing to drive global change.