Professor Rain takes Geography Students to the Streets of DC
From bike lanes to bus stops, the geography majors in David Rain’s capstone class are traveling throughout the District to understand curbside use.
News & Events
Department Newsletter
Exclusively for alumni, the Department of Geography newsletter features alumni and department updates, as well as event information. If you are one of our alumni, update your contact information with the GW Office of Alumni Relations to start receiving this and other exclusive alumni benefits.
Geography Department News
A Single Geography Class Inspires Career in Coffee
Cameron Waggener, BA ’17, began his career by opening the Washington, D.C., area’s first bicycle coffee shop.
Applying GPS Technology to Conservation in Colombia
Sarah Cassius, BA ’19, spent a summer interning in Medellin, Colombia, where she applied her geography background to help conserve land.
Thanks to a generous donation from Karen & Rys Young BA '16, the Department of Geography now has a secondary computer lab in Samson Hall (SAMS 304).
Faculty News: Trachtenberg Prize and Fulbright Scholarship Awardees
Dr. Marie Price was awarded the 2022 Trachtenberg Prize, and Dr. Aman Luthra became the latest Geography faculty member to be awarded a Fulbright Scholarship.
Special Events
Mapathon
Hosted by a student group, Mapathons are held at least once each semester to contribute to international aid efforts. Using open-source mapping software, participants help map areas that are identified as at risk for or have recently experienced disasters. All members of the GW community are invited to join a Mapathon event — no experience required.
Geography Bowl
The American Association of Geographers hosts the annual World Geography Bowl, a quiz tournament featuring teams of undergraduate and graduate students from schools across the Mid-Atlantic region. The winning team and individuals win prizes, and all participants receive a travel stipend to offset expenses.
Visit the Department of Geography Facebook page to see upcoming events and read recaps of past competitions and prizes. Contact the department to participate.