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Welcome to the GAAP State and International Chair Program! GAAP selects student volunteers from all 50 US states and many foreign countries to serve as resources for prospective and accepted students. These students are an excellent resource to find out more about what student life is like at Georgetown. Examples of questions they can answer include:
GAAP students are happy to answer any questions you have about their Georgetown experience. Questions our State and International Chairs CANNOT answer include admissions-related questions such as:
GAAP Members are not directly involved in the admissions process. For Admissions related queries, please see the Admissions Office website. While the Admissions process is complex and involves a wide variety of factors, the Accepted Students' Profile provides the best snapshot at the typical student accepted to Georgetown.
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The GAAP ChairsThe GAAP State Chairs Program includes in present time near 40 students - State Chairs, who can help you to find answers to your questions.
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Hola future Hoyas! My name is Megan Shudde and I am an Arabic major from Phoenix, Arizona. As a fifth-generation Arizona native who had never resided outside the same five square miles, going to college gave me the chance to experience something new. After many college visits, I fell in love with Georgetown’s sense of community, prime location, and strong language programs. Before college I had never studied a word of Arabic. Within the first month of classes here, I knew the Arabic alphabet. Six semesters later (including a semester abroad in Egypt!) I can read the newspaper, sing along to silly pop songs, and haggle over cab fares in Cairo. |
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My name is Patrick Go, and I am from Redwood City, a suburb in between San Francisco and San Jose. I graduated from Bellarmine College Preparatory, a Jesuit high school in San Jose, and am currently a sophomore in the McDonough School of Business (MSB). Currently, I work at the MSB Tech Center and am the Sophomore Vice President of the Financial Management Association. Additionally, I work for Mission Three, a student-run company that was founded on the Georgetown campus. While I’ve only been on campus for a year, I feel like Georgetown has always been my home. And though I miss the warm California weather, In-N-Out Burger, and watching the Golden State Warriors, Georgetown is a great place to spend your next four years. Because where else can you find an absolutely beautiful campus with a breathtaking view of the Potomac River? The great thing about Georgetown is that the immediate area around the campus has the feel of a small town, but the campus is only a few minutes away from a city that offers so much to do. If you want to catch a glimpse of the monuments, explore the Smithsonian museums, or just spend a night out with your friends in our nation's capital, Georgetown's location makes it all possible. |
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Hi future Hoyas! My name is Roisin Pelley and I am a Colorado Hoya. The only place I love as much as Colorado is definitely Georgetown. While the East Coast can be a big change, Georgetown is definitely worth it. I am a junior in the School of Foreign Service majoring in Culture and Politics and there is no better place to be. While at Georgetown, I've gotten to see speakers from Madeline Albright and Condoleezza Rice (who both went to high school in Colorado!) to Hayden Panettiere, watched Georgetown beat UConn by three points, and jogged to the White House. Georgetown is a wonderful place to be with different offerings for everyone. I'm involved in HOPE, which is a community service organization on campus, as well as GUASFCU, an entirely student-run bank. If you are ever missing the mountains too much, Georgetown also has a great outdoor club, which can ease the pain with some of their great overnight camping trips. |
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My name is Whitney Kamin. I am from Greenwich, CT, about forty minutes outside of New York City. I am a sophomore in the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown and I honestly could not see myself anywhere else. Although I was fairly sure I would go to Georgetown when I found out about my acceptance, I was still considering other places. My decision to attend Georgetown was the best decision I have ever made. Other than being involved in GAAP here on campus, I am also a member of Hoya Blue—the organization responsible for promoting Georgetown spirit throughout campus and at different sporting events. In addition, I am a member of Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity, a nationally recognized fraternity that presents many opportunities to further business knowledge as well as making valuable connections in the business world. Outside of academics and organizations, there is plenty of time to relax and have fun, and although you never need to leave the campus to find what you are looking for, the town of Georgetown and the city of Washington offer so many great opportunities to have fun. Georgetown can truly be considered a work hard, play hard school! Please feel free to email me if you have any questions about academics, life at Georgetown, or anything else! I would be happy to help, and I always welcome an opportunity to talk about how much I love Georgetown! I look forward to seeing many of you next year when you decide to make Georgetown your new home! |
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Hey future Hoyas! My name is Ashley Kempczynski (I'm on the left, by the way. =D), and I am a freshman here at Georgetown from Newark, Delaware. For me, Georgetown was the perfect distance. It is far enough away to provide a change and an independent experience, yet it is close enough to make a quick trip home on the weekends or for the holidays. Right now I am probably going to be a Government and Psychology double major, but one of the great things about Georgetown is that you are encouraged to take lots of classes and explore all of you options before making a final decision about your major, which gives you a more well-rounded education, while also preventing the annoying hassle of switching your major later in your college career.
Not surprising, I love everything about Georgetown. I haven't yet completed a full year, and already I call this place home. The campus is beautiful, the location amazing, the students so driven and diverse; there really is no place quite like it. Whether it is screaming for the Hoyas as they move closer to March Madness, having late night discussions in the dorm about the implications of North Korean policies on global nuclear proliferation, sitting in on a Supreme Court case, studying at the Library of Congress, or taking a break at one of the dozens of museums and attractions that DC has to offer (mostly for free!), I enjoy every minute of being here. Sometimes I wonder what my life would be like at another school. Would I have such caring professors who make themselves available between advising the president and consulting on CNN? Would my closest friends be from all over the country and the world? Would I be just a short Metro ride away from the nation's capital
, yet have the buffer of a historic neighborhood? The answer, I find, is no. Nowhere else would I get the opportunities provided to me here. This is already shaping up to be the best for years of my life at the best possible place. I hope you feel the same way and join the rest of us Delaware Hoyas. If you have any questions about Georgetown, or anything in general, please don't hesitate to email me. I'd love to talk to you more about life here on the Hilltop. HOYA SAXA! |
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Hi everyone! My name is Laura Brace and I’m a sophomore in the College majoring in Anthropology. I’m a dual US/UK citizen and I have spent most of my life living near London, where I attended an international school. I remember being worried about feeling out of place at a U.S. university, but it’s easy to feel at home here. There are a lot of international students here, and many people have lived abroad or speak other languages. You will find that American students are extremely welcoming and are very interested in other cultures. There are also a lot of students from the UK here! So, if you ever do feel a bit homesick, there will always be someone with a stash of Cadbury’s or who knows the results of the latest Premiership clash. Having Washington D.C. on your doorstep is another great advantage. It’s a very international city—the seat of international organizations, and home to diplomats from around the world. The city is an incredible resource for Georgetown students. During my first semester here I was able to participate in an International Development Dinner on campus that boasted leaders at the forefront of international policy. There were guest from organizations like the US State Department and the World Bank. At Halloween (which is huge here in the States!), it is a Georgetown tradition to go trick-or-treating along Embassy Row, stopping to get sweets from international diplomats! Georgetown students get the best of both worlds—the strong community of a campus university, with all that a big city has to offer right on our doorstep. Although a move across the Atlantic can be intimidating, I know that you will fall in love with Georgetown. Feel free to email me if you have any questions about life at Georgetown, university in the US, the transition from the UK to the US, or anything at all! |
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Hey there! I’m Brittney Liu and a sophomore in the McDonough School of Business. I live in Orlando, FL, and moving up here to DC has been fun and exciting. I plan on majoring in Marketing and International Business and most likely minoring in Sociology. I’m currently the Vice President of Technology of Alpha Kappa Psi, a national professional business fraternity, and I plan on getting more involved with other activities on campus this year. |
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I came to Georgetown as a sophomore transfer and couldn't be happier about that decision. I chose Georgetown because of its location in DC and its reputation as a great school, and being a Hoya has been everything I expected and more. All of the students are friendly and outgoing, and there is never a dull moment. Students on the Hilltop definitely work hard, but we also know how to relax and have fun! Whether it's a basketball game at the Verizon Center, hanging out on "Healy Beach," or spending time on the Mall, Georgetown and Washington, DC offer everything that a college student could ever want. There are also incredible academic opportunities for students to take advantage of, including but not limited to designing your own major and studying abroad. During the spring of my junior year I studied in St Andrews, Scotland and had a blast! If you're thinking about joining a great group of Georgian Hoyas, stop thinking...and do it! |
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- Hi future Hoyas! My name is Ko Eun Lee and I am currently a freshman in the School of Foreign Service. I am from Honolulu, Hawaii and graduated from ‘Iolani School.
After applying to more than ten schools, deciding on which college to attend was extremely difficult for me. In the end, however, I was attracted by Georgetown’s wonderful surroundings and its renowned academic programs.
As a freshman, I am still in the process of adjusting college life. Going to school so far away from home is not always easy, but I have come to love Georgetown and am proud to call it my second home.
If you have any question or just want to talk about Georgetown, don’t hesitate to contact me!
HOYA SAXA!
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Hey guys! My name is Genève Bergeron and I’m a junior in the College majoring in Government. I graduated from Lincoln-Way Central High School in Chicago’s southwest suburbs.When I’m not cheering on my beloved Cubbies, I’m involved with the Georgetown University College Democrats, where I serve as an appointed board member, and with the Delta Phi Epsilon Professional Foreign Service Sorority. I also hold an internship off-campus, and this summer I returned to the Midwest to work full-time as a Field Organizer on an Illinois congressional campaign. Because of its smaller size, Georgetown is a true community. You can always count on walking into Leo’s dining hall or Lauinger library and finding a group of your friends to study, eat, or joke around with. Plus, you have the amazing city of Washington, DC at your fingertips: I’ve attended black-tie galas at the National Press Club, concerts on the Mall, congressional hearings, you name it! There’s always something to do here, and most of it is only a short walk or Metro ride away. Please shoot me an email with any questions you may have. I’d love to convince you to join me here at Georgetown. |
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Hi! My name is Jennifer Zhu and my hometown is Downers Grove, IL. I graduated from Downers Grove North High School and am currently a freshman at the Georgetown School of Foreign Service. As of right now, I am a possible International Economics major aspiring to pursue a International Business Diplomacy certificate, but I haven’t decided for sure. I’ve always enjoyed being involved in many things and the moment I entered Georgetown I realized that the university as well as the city offer way too many opportunities I couldn’t wait to experience. Since I have been at Georgetown, I have gotten involved with the Chinese Student Association, Delta Phi Epsilon Professional Foreign Service Sorority, and tutoring ESL to new immigrants through the DC Schools Project. However, it is important to mention that there is a great variety of clubs and organizations in which you can get involved; there is a great possibility you will find many that pair along with your own interests. I have also been very fortunate to find two part-time jobs since arriving on campus. I work for both Energy Solutions Center, in the city, and for a Georgetown Economics professor right on campus.
I promise Georgetown is the place to be. Here you can find a beautiful campus and town, while being fairly close to a great city with many things to do, from going to the museums or monuments to experimenting new restaurants. Besides, another great appeal of studying in the capital of the United States is the opportunity to see and hear many important guest speakers here on campus. However, I have to admit that what I love the most about being at Georgetown is the sense of community on campus along with the bustling city life right outside the front gates. Personally, many of the friendships I have formed here are from many different places around the world. Having been able to learn through them about their different cultures and beliefs has been an extremely rewarding experience. Most importantly, no matter how different our background is, I have been able to create strong bonds with people I would not have otherwise met. Some of them seriously have never seen snow before in their lives! Coming from Chicago, needless to say, I adjusted to the weather a lot better than others did! I hope to hear from you soon as I try to answer any question you might have, do not hesitate to email me even if you just want to chat! Good luck and HOYA SAXA!
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Greetings to the state of Indiana from Washington, D.C.! My name is Ohm J. Gore, and I'm currently a sophomore here at Georgetown University. As a student in the College, I'm majoring in Government and minoring in Spanish, as those are my greatest areas of interest. I graduated, as you can see above, from West Lafayette High School in West Lafayette, in May of 2007. At Georgetown, I'm involved in several on-campus activities along with GAAP. I participate in the Philodemic Debate Society, a weekly debate group, the Georgetown Voice, a weekly on-campus newspaper that covers local news; the InterHall Council, a group that plans and funds on-campus programs in order to promote campus-wide unity; the Tocqueville Forum on the Roots of American Democracy, a program in the Government Department that sponsors lectures on political philosophy; and the Carroll Fellows Initiative, an honors program open to students from all schools at Georgetown that fosters leadership and research skills through intensive projects. Apart from these, there are dozens of other clubs at Georgetown, ranging from the political (College Republicans) to the ethnic (Club Filipino) to the eccentric (Georgetown University Grilling Society); chances are there's a club for everyone. I came to the Hilltop both for the academics and the location. Georgetown has a great reputation in the liberal arts. As for the location, Georgetown is in Washington, D.C., meaning I can spend my free time at a museum on any topic imaginable, in Congress or the Supreme Court listening to deliberations, catching a concert at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, or dining at one of the great restaurants in the area. The location of this place is also advantageous in that we have a ton of speakers come to campus (which is especially great if you don't feel like or don't have time for going out). My first year at Georgetown, I listened to speeches by recognizable names like Rupert Murdoch, Zalmay Khalilzad, Christopher Hitchens, and Bill Richardson. If you have any questions about life or academics at Georgetown, feel free to e-mail me. Even if you don't have any questions, feel free to e-mail me anyway, as it's always nice to hear from fellow Hoosiers. Thanks for considering Georgetown, and Hoya Saxa! |
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Hey future Hoyas! My name is Kelsey Hendricks and I'm a freshman here at Georgetown. I'm from Louisville, Kentucky by way of Texas and graduated high school at Kentucky Country Day School this past year. I am currently majoring in Government and History in the College and I am absolutely loving my first year of college life! I could not be any happier with my choice to attend Georgetown and love everything that it has to offer. One of the hardest things for me, before making my choice to come to Georgetown, was dealing with the distance between D.C. and Louisville. In the end, it's the perfect distance. Not all the way across the country, but only a short hour and a half flight back to the bluegrass state. In addition, the big city feel, but still a suburban campus, makes me feel right at home! There are endless opportunities to explore and take advantage of in D.C., but also on campus as well. On campus I am involved not only in GAAP, but also in the College Republicans, D.C. Reads (a program that helps inner-city children with reading skills), Hoyathon (a 24 hour dance-a-thon to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network), and Hoya Blue. As I arrived on campus this past fall, I quickly made many friends from around the world, grew accustomed to big city life, and found that attending Georgetown basketball games might be the most fun I will ever have in my life. Georgetown was the perfect choice for me. It's academics, opportunities, and people have made the beginning of my college experience extraordinary. I hope that in the end you all will make the right choice and become a Hoya! Hope to see you on the hilltop soon! Hoya Saxa. |
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Hey guys! My name is Ridge Blanchard, and I am a sophomore here at Georgetown. Fresh out of my first year in college, all I can say is “wow”! Georgetown is such an amazing place, and I could not see myself anywhere other than here! |
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Hello all! I’m Andrea Bommarito from a little town called Hampden, ME; if you’re not familiar it’s right next to Bangor, part of eastern Maine. I’m currently a junior in the NHS and loving it! I major in Nursing and am also working towards a certificate in International Health. I absolutely love Georgetown. Although there aren’t many of us Mainers, it’s very exciting when we meet, and nice to wait in the airport with fellow Georgetown students and share cabs. My freshmen year was a great experience here, and I made fast friends. By quickly joining activities like pep band I got to know a lot of freshmen as well as upperclassmen, and made the best of the sports opportunities at Georgetown. With the pep band I was able to travel to the Big East competitions and the NCAAs both my freshmen and sophomore years. I have also been an RA in Village C West, a first-year residence hall, for the past two years, which has given me a lot of opportunities to make connections with people and departments on campus. I have been the Mission chair for Relay For Life for the past two years also, and devote a great deal of my time to the American Cancer Society.
Georgetown has given me so many chances to explore new talents and interests as well as develop those that I already had. It is a stimulating work environment filled with unbelievable motivated people and a vast variety of options for social and intellectual interactions. I have never been bored for a minute at Georgetown, and am so happy for the challenges and pleasures I find on campus and in DC.
In short, Georgetown is amazing, and I encourage you to email me if you have any questions- if not, I hope your decision is a definite yes!
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Hello Future Maryland Hoyas! My name is Elizabeth, I am a freshman in the College, and I absolutely love Georgetown. I am from Millersville, Maryland, and Georgetown is the perfect distance away - close enough to go home easily when I want to, but far enough away to really grow up. I went to a very small high school, and I was a little worried about making the transition to college, but I am having a great time here, and adjusting quite well. I love being in DC, the nation’s capital and a very exciting city, but still having the feel of a close community. The decision to come to Georgetown was pretty easy for me, I had loved Georgetown since my childhood and I was thrilled to gain acceptance. So far, Georgetown has been everything I expected it to be and more. Especially with the election, there have been so many exciting things I have been lucky enough to experience here. I love having a small enough school that it is easy to be actively involved on campus, and I have already enjoyed working with many different clubs and theatrical endeavors. I am technically an undeclared major, but I am a Pre-Med Student, and I know I eventually want to go into Cognitive/Behavior Science. Every day when I walk across campus, I fall more in love with Georgetown, I can’t imagine being anywhere else. I love being able to walk across campus and actually greet people on my way to class, I love the school spirit here, and of course watching Georgetown Basketball games. There are so many great, unique opportunities here, and I would love to talk to you and answer any questions you have, just write me an email, hope to see you on the Hilltop!
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Hello! My name is Jenny Eisenstein and I am from Wellesley, MA and graduated from Wellesley High School in 2005. I am a psychology major with a philosophy minor. When searching for a college, I worried I might not find somewhere that I could be as involved in extracurriculars and sports as I had been in high school. However, when I attended a GAAP weekend during my senior spring, I was pleasantly surprised. Red Square was covered in flyers for countless different clubs and organizations, there were people tabling, and GUGS (Georgetown University Grilling Society) was grilling burgers for a long line of students. Right then, standing among current Hoyas, I knew that there was more to do here than I ever could have imagined in high school. Georgetown also provides opportunities to see and be a part of amazing opportunities. In my three years, Georgetown has sponsored Prince Charles, Condoleezza Rice, and former presidents, to name a few. When you walk off campus, the monuments and museums provide an unbelievable chance to experience Washington, D.C., for free! Georgetown has been an excellent fit for me. The classes are challenging and stimulating, and the professors are some of the top in their fields. The class size, 1,600 students, makes the chance of seeing familiar faces as you walk around campus good. Also, if you like sports, Georgetown's teams provide an incredible bonding experience for the student body, whether on campus or at the Verizon Center. During my New Student Orientation, the keynote speaker talked about how Georgetown had started as his college and become his home. He ended his speech by saying, "Welcome Home". I really do feel that Georgetown has become my home and hopefully you will to! Please email me if you have any questions or just want to talk about Georgetown, Massachusetts, or anything at all at. Hoya Saxa! |
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Hi everyone! My name is Sarah Hadjian and I am a sophomore in the College. I am currently undecided, but I am leaning toward an English major and a French minor. On campus, I am involved in DC Reads, New Student Orientation, Hoya Blue, and GAAP. I am from North Andover, MA, which is located about 40 minutes north of Boston, and I went to North Andover High School. I mainly applied to schools in the Boston area, but there was something about Georgetown that made me break my close-to-home rule. I’m so glad I followed my gut, because after attending GAAP Weekend, I was completely sold on Georgetown. The three things that immediately stood out to me about Georgetown were the strength of academics, the beauty of the campus and the Georgetown neighborhoods, and the perks of living in DC. One year later, I am still impressed with these components, and I’ve added a few things to my list. Few other schools can offer the benefits of living just a short metro ride away from the immense history, beauty, and power of the nation’s capital. In the past year, I’ve sat in on the Supreme Court, toured Arlington Cemetery, seen the Dalai Lama speak on the steps of the Capitol, and attended an opera at the Kennedy Center. In addition to the amazing opportunities afforded by living in DC, Georgetown is home to a unique and spirited student body and a wealth of activities and organizations to get involved in on campus. Georgetown attracts an incredibly diverse and talented group of young people from all over the United States and the world, and I really believe that exposure to people with different experiences than my own will be one of the most valuable things I take away from my time at Georgetown. Plus, as the number one university in DC, there is a never-ending stream of prestigious guest speakers coming to campus. And, if that wasn’t enough, there is nothing like attending a Georgetown basketball game surrounded by hundreds of screaming Hoya fans. If you have any questions about life as a Hoya, please feel free to contact me! I’d love to hear from you! |
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Hi all! My name is John Madore, and I am from Bridgewater, Massachusetts. I graduated from St. Sebastian's School in 2007, a small, independent Catholic school where I was captain of the soccer team and active in other extra-curriculars. At Georgetown, however, I have been able to pursue a wide variety of interests and meet incredible people from all over the world. I am currently a sophomore at the Georgetown College, and am a declared major in Neurobiology. I also am following the pre-medicine curriculum. I also am in the Howard Hughes Research Scholarship Program, and am very excited to be spending the next three summers at Georgetown performing undergraduate research with Dr. Neale.
After attending Catholic school for 12 years, I thought I never wanted to attend Catholic school again! However, my mind was completely changed after I was accepted to Georgetown and visited for a GAAP accepted students weekend. Everyone who I met was so open and friendly, and my friends at Georgetown are brilliant but completely down to earth and real people. Not everyone is from Massachusetts at all, and I like it this way. Professors here are inspiring, and take the time to get to know each student. There is a really strong community feeling to Georgetown. The campus is beautiful, and I can't speak enough to having the entire city of Washington, DC literally right outside our gates. It holds so many incredible opportunities.
If you have any questions at all about going to school away from Boston, being pre-med, or anything to do with Georgetown or my experience so far, please email me! I would love to answer your questions and to help you make the decision that I made last year to attend Georgetown. I love Georgetown and know you will too. Hoya Saxa! |
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Hello Future Hoyas and Fellow Michiganders! My name is Jenny, and I am currently a Sophomore in the College, majoring in English and possibly Government. I am from Royal Oak, and was a member of the first class of Royal Oak High School. I clearly remember the first day I walked through the gates of Georgetown on my GAAP weekend. Turning to look at my parents, I knew that my decision was made, and to this day, I do not regret one minute of it. Georgetown has taken hold of me in a way that no other place has. There is a contagious energy that runs through the campus, getting both students and professors excited about every cause under the sun. Whether its the political race, the crisis in Darfur, Hoya basketball, or just Chicken Finger Thursday, Georgetown is just the place to excite you. At Georgetown, there are so many activities, clubs, classes, and sports that its difficult not to find your own unique niche. Within days I was overwhelmed with the fast-paced world of Washington, DC, but although its far from our lakes, I have grown to love it. The opportunities on the Hilltop are endless, providing top-notch academics, multicultural experiences, and chances to see speeches by some of the most renowned men and women from all kinds of fields. Of course, that's only within the gates. A quick metro ride provides easy access to the center of the city, where you just might get the chance to be present at a landmark oral argument of the Supreme Court, see the Dalai Lama, or play football on the Mall. Georgetown offers its students countless opportunities to become involved in life outside of the dorm, but the best part is that its your choice. Georgetown has the potential to be everything you want it to be. Take a look and you might find that the endless college search can be less about statistics, and more about finding a place to call home. After all, we Michiganders have to stick together. Who else can create slightly awkward silence by answering the question "Where are you from?" by simply holding up their hand and pointing? Don't hesitate to email me and ask me any questions that concern you about dorm life, academics, moving from home, East Coast life, activities, or anything else under the sun! I am more than happy to help, and I hope that your college search leads you to a place where you can feel just as excited as I do at Georgetown. I hope to hear from you soon!!! |
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Hello Future Hoyas! My name is Geoffrey Bible and I am a freshman in the School of Foreign Service from Saint Cloud, MN. After only being here a few months, I can already definitively say that coming to Georgetown was one of the best decisions I have ever made. The opportunities that this school provides are amazing: the academics, the activities, and the location. The professors at Georgetown are some of the best in the country. There are so many activities on this campus, everyone will be able to find something that interests them, and if not, they can create their own group. I personally am involved in GAAP, the Diplomatic Ball committee the GU College Republicans as Director of Campus Affairs, and the Georgetown Voice newsmagazine as a copy editor. The District is an amazing place to go to college because the opportunities are endless. In this city, there is always something going on. If you like the fine arts, Georgetown is only a short walk away from the Kennedy Center. And if you are like me and love politics, the opportunities presented are very unique; as a freshman, I have an internship on Capitol Hill that would be nearly impossible to have at most other universities. Moving from Minnesota to the District is definitely a change, but it is a change for the better (especially the weather here in the winter). Feel free to ask any questions you might have, and I hope that you choose to attend Georgetown. HOYA SAXA! |
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Hey ya'll! My name is Michael Counihan and I'm from Columbus. I graduated from the Mississippi School for Math and Science in '07, and am now a sophomore in the School of Foreign Service. Currently, I'm undeclared, leaning towards International Political Economy and a Certificate in International Business Diplomacy (I seem to have an affinity for blended disciplines). Offered a list of clubs longer than the National Mall, I was able to settle down with less than ten. Army ROTC commands the largest share of my involvement, but every minute in the HOYA Battalion is a thrill. I've also gotten involved in other groups: the Student Movement for Real Change, which is currently building a water pipeline and purification system for a village in Kenya and developing an entrepreneurship curriculum for Sierra Leone; Mission 3, which delivers fruit grown locally and without the use of residual pesticides to residents of the Georgetown area; the Georgetown Student Safety Advisory Board, which is dedicated to the safety of our fellow students; the Irish American Society, which explores Irish culture and current affairs; and finally, GAAP, to which you've already been introduced. If you didn't see anything that interested you in my activities, connect to http://www18.georgetown.edu/explore/organizations/ and check out what other Hoyas are up to! Georgetown offers superb academics and top-notch student clubs, but another aspect which sets it apart is the location. Being nestled in D.C. gives Hoyas access to events, people, and experiences not available anywhere else in the world. In my first six weeks, I was able to hear talks given by the former Chair of the British Intelligence and Security Committee, a Somali novelist, a former director of development research at the World Bank, and the Northern Ireland Minister for Regional Development. My peers have had internships with their Senators, the State Department, the Supreme Court, Goldman Sachs, the White House, and various NGOs and have been placed in Russia, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Morocco, and Brussels. D.C. is a metropolitan city, but Georgetown is located in the Georgetown neighborhood, which is about as cozy as most towns in Mississippi. I used to love visiting the antebellum homes in Columbus: crepe myrtles against white siding, porches that creaked no matter how softly I stepped, and that wonderful smell of history. Here, the houses are closer together, and they're in a different style, but they have that same character that Waverly and Riverview possess. Walking to pick up dry-cleaning is actually enjoyable because of the neighborhood! If you've got any questions about Georgetown, D.C., or college in general, feel free to email me. Hoya Saxa! |
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Hello! My name is Dena Soffer and I am from St. Louis, MO. I am currently a freshman in the College of Arts and Sciences and interested in majoring in English and minoring in Spanish and Economics. I could not have made a better choice that Georgetown. Ours is one of the most beautiful campuses I have ever seen, overlooking the Potomac and DC. I chose Georgetown because I wanted to attend a college where I would get a great education and have a fun and exciting social life—at Georgetown you can certainly find a good balance. People love it here. It is so nice to have all of the opportunities of the city at your fingertips while being able to come back to a safe, traditional college campus that already feels like home. My transition from the Midwest to the east coast has been very smooth. I have met so many nice and interesting people, and my professors have made an effort to get to know me personally. My favorite part of Georgetown so far is definitely the people I have met and the friends I have made. Aside from participating in GAAP, I also am on Georgetown’s club field hockey team, a Blue & Gray tour guide, and a tutor for DC Schools. There are so many opportunities to get involved here at Georgetown. We have such a diverse and varied student body, but I can honestly say there is something here for everybody. Hoya Saxa! |
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Hi! My name is Kyle Berkley, and I'm from Henderson, right outside of Las Vegas. I graduated from Green Valley High School as part of the International Baccalaureate Program, and currently I'm a sophomore in the Georgetown School of Foreign Service. As of right now, I'm planning on majoring in Regional Studies with a focus on Western Europe. Here at Georgetown, I've gotten involved in the Jewish sorority GTA, as well as the Georgetown Irish Dance team. Next semester I also hope to participate in Jumpstart, a program where you help to teach preschool age children. There is such a variety of activities and organizations to become involved with here on campus, it's impossible not to find something that you're interested in. |
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Hello! My name is Roshan Vora and my hometown is Wayne, New Jersey. I graduated from Wayne Valley High School and am currently a sophomore at Georgetown University, in the McDonough School of Business. I have a long way to go before I declare a major but for now I am an International Business / Finance major with a minor in Chinese. I've always enjoyed being involved in many things and am able to continue that at Georgetown. The moment I entered Georgetown, I realized that the university as well as the city offer way too many opportunities that I couldn't wait to experience. This year I became involved in the Georgetown Colligate Investors, the Astronomy Club, the Hoya, Mission Three, Hoya Blue, and International Relations Club. Georgetown offers everything. From the small campus feel to the big city atmosphere, I enjoy every minute I spend here and I am sure that you will too. Being in Washington D.C. we are allotted so many opportunities. We have amazing speakers every week and our professors are some of the best in the world. I promise you that at Georgetown you will have an amazing time making great friends, going to the spectacular basketball games, meeting people from around the world, having motivating professors, and taking advantage of all the opportunities available at Georgetown. If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to email me! I look forward to talking to you and hopefully seeing you here at Georgetown. Hoya Saxa!!! |
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Hi! My name is Kaitlin Woo and my hometown is West Windsor, New Jersey. I graduated from West Windsor-Plainsboro High School South and am currently a sophomore at Georgetown College. As of right now, I am a mathematics major with a Spanish minor. The transition from high school to college can be tough, but my first year at Georgetown was great, and I know I chose the right place for me. On this beautiful campus in a great city, you will meet some brilliant and friendly people who come from all different backgrounds. The new friendships I have made are priceless. Also, the opportunities here at Georgetown and in DC are endless. You will take interesting classes with amazing professors, get involved with great organizations, and have fun on the weekends on campus and off campus with the good friends you will make. Most of all, there's basketball season to look forward to! I'd love to answer any questions you have, so just e-mail me. Hoya Saxa! |
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Hi, my name is Jeffrey Wray, and I am a member of the Georgetown class of 2011 in the School of Foreign Service. I am from Princeton, NJ, where I graduated from Princeton High School in 2007. I chose Georgetown University because I have been interested in international relations for years, and I plan to major in culture and politics with a certificate in Arab Studies. Once I arrived at Georgetown, I knew I made the right decision not just because of the incredible educational atmosphere, but because of everything else that Georgetown has to offer. I am a brother in the Georgetown chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon, and I work part-time at the Georgetown Running Company. There are countless other activities to suit every interest from political organizations to theatre and dance groups, intramural sports to school newspapers, and much more, you can easily find an extra-curricular activity that you will love. Beyond the university, Georgetown is a fantastic place to live and learn because of the location. In the nation's capital there is always a museum or monument to visit, and there are tons of great restaurants and take-out places within walking distance from campus. For special occasions or whenever you want to explore beyond cafeteria food, Italian, Thai, Indian, American, seafood, and much more are just a few blocks away on M Street. Outside of its excellent cuisine, Georgetown hosts many great political and international speakers; during my freshman year, Condolleeza Rice, Joe Biden, Bill Richardson, and many others spoke at open events. However, what I believe to be Georgetown's greatest assets are the other students who you will meet during your years here. The diverse student body, including many international students, gives you an opportunity to interact with your peers from around the world who have fascinating experiences to share. And everyone on campus absolutely loves being here just as much as you will. I hope you decide that Georgetown University is the place for you; I know that it is for me. Please e-mail me with any questions, concerns, or if you just want to talk and I will get back to you as soon as I can. Hoya Saxa! |
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Prospective Hoyas! My name is Joseph Gambino and I am a junior in the School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University. I can't believe it has already been two years since I graduated from Chaminade High School in Mineola, NY. In the SFS, I am an International Politics major with a concentration in Security Studies. I came to Georgetown because it is simply the best for international affairs and foreign policy, no questions asked! During the spring of my junior year I will also be studying abroad overseas at the King’s College of War Studies in London. Within my first week here, I began to take advantage of everything Georgetown had to offer me as a community. I am extremely active in conservative politics because I hope to one day run for public office on the national level. As well as being on the board of the College Republicans and the Judicial Hearing Board, I am also a council member for the Residential Judicial Council, which is a way for me to give back to the Georgetown Community. One of the best things I do though is NSO, or New Student Orientation. This is one of the best things you can possibly do on campus—helping to welcome the new students properly. And of course, I am the current State Chair of New York for GAAP, Georgetown's Admissions Ambassador Program. Without a doubt, everyone will find something that fits exactly with his/her interest. There is no better place to give four years of your life than Georgetown. The campus sports a breathtaking view of the Potomac as well as magnificent architecture, both old and new. Aside from campus, the neighborhood is terrific. You will find everything you ever need within reach of a GUTS bus. M Street proudly boasts all different types of restaurants and shops and we even have a movie theater a couple of blocks away. And then of course there is the city…Washington, DC. It is the political capital of the world and is the best place to come for internships and future careers. We have numerous embassies from around the world all along Embassy Road (which is great during Halloween!). But my favorite part about life at Georgetown is the Basketball Team. After a Final Four finish, I definitely recommend that you all take a trip down here during the spring and come to one of the games and experience Hoya Paranoia for yourself! And you'll be surprised how many New Yorkers there are at Georgetown. I had seven on my floor alone in freshman year! I hope you decide Georgetown is the place for you and look forwarding to answering any other questions you might have. |
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Hey guys! My name is Mary Alaina Jeffrey and I'm from Manhasset, New York. I graduated from Manhasset High School last year and am currently a sophomore in the Georgetown School of Nursing and Health Studies. I am a Nursing major, and pursuing an International Health certificate. I was always involved in various clubs in high school, and Georgetown has far surpassed the options of groups that high school could provide. No matter what your interests are, there's a group for you. I joined a few clubs freshman year, including the AIDS Coalition, Adelfi, and GAAP. The many organizations are a great way to meet new people that share similar interests as you. |
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Hi! My name is Chrissy Maio and I am a sophomore in the business school at Georgetown. I haven’t declared a major yet, but I am planning on Finance with a possible minor in French. I’m from Brewster, NY which is about an hour or so north of New York City. Other than GAAP, I’m involved with Alpha Kappa Psi, the professional business fraternity, which offers many opportunities and connections in the business world, and next year I plan on getting involved with DC Reads, a tutoring program in the city. Georgetown is an absolutely amazing place and I am so glad that I chose to come here. I had a really hard time deciding on what college to attend, but after I came to a GAAP weekend the decision was easy. I fell in love with the beautiful campus, the surrounding area with all of its shops and restaurants, but most of all the strong sense of happiness and pride that everyone has in being a Georgetown student. Everyone on campus couldn’t wait to answer questions and talk about why they love Georgetown so much - and now after being here for a year, I understand exactly why. It’s great to be at a school where everyone loves it so much. If you have any questions at all about life at Georgetown, the area, academics, or anything else you can think of feel free to email me… I would to share my experiences and love for Georgetown! Hoya Saxa! |
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Hey fellow Oregonians! My name is Anna Thomas, and I’m a current member of the Georgetown School of Foreign Service class of 2011 and a graduate of Grant High School in the wonderful city of Portland. Here in DC, I’m majoring in International Politics with a concentration on Security Studies, and I’m hoping to earn a certificate in International Development as well. I’m involved in several activities in addition to GAAP, including the Georgetown Lecture Fund, staffing the NAIMUN conference, and researching at the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs as an Undergraduate Fellow. In my free time, I can usually be found wandering M Street, making Arabic flashcards at the Library of Congress, or reminding people that I’m from “Or-e-GIN”, not “Or-e-GON”. To put it lightly, I love this place. The decision to travel nearly 3,000 miles across the country for college was huge, but one I have never regretted. Yes, it was difficult to say goodbye to all the bicycles and Birkenstocks, but I have found that the Georgetown crowd is not so different from the people I grew up with (popped collars aside). When I visited Georgetown in April of my senior year, any doubts I had were washed away by the welcoming students, beautiful campus, incredible city, and top-notch academics. Very few universities can rival Georgetown in its perfect combination of trendy neighborhood, scholarly prestige, and energetic student body; fewer still (if any) are able to toss basketball, Capitol Hill, and Madeleine Albright into the mix as well. Simply said, Georgetown has it all… and is more than worth the distance. I hope you will all consider being a part of the amazing, exciting, and unforgettable experience that is Georgetown, and I look forward to answering any of your questions! |
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Hi! My name is Emily Blynn and I am a member of the SFS class of 2011. I grew up in Villanova, PA, a suburb of Philadelphia. I went to the Agnes Irwin School, an all-girls private school, from kindergarten through twelfth grade, so needless to say I was so excited to be coming to Georgetown! I have loved everything about my experience here so far. In my first few weeks of school I met friends who I know will be my friends for the rest of my life. Because we are located in the nation’s capital, we draw students from all over the United States and the world, and I have loved learning about everyone’s unique backgrounds and cultures. Even though we come from all over, the sense of school spirit and camaraderie is definitely unrivaled. From basketball games to Georgetown Day (our big celebration of school spirit on the lawn) the community is so fun-loving and welcoming that it has really become easy to call Georgetown home. Being from the suburbs, I wasn’t sure I wanted a city school, but once I got on campus and saw students lounging on the front lawns, I was able to forget I was in the middle of a huge metropolis. There is so much to do one campus, and Georgetown makes it very easy to participate in as many activities as you choose. I am involved in Blue & Gray (our tour guide program), I volunteer with GAAP, and I participate in various dance groups on campus. There really are groups for anything with which you could want to get involved. Even though I’m busy on campus, since I’ve gotten to Georgetown I have also come to love D.C. With the Metro so close by it is easy and affordable to get to anywhere I want to go. The opportunities the city has to offer for internships, entertainment, restaurants, museums, etc. are really endless. I absolutely love talking to prospective students about life at Georgetown, so please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have questions about anything at all. Hope to see you around campus soon! |
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Hi, my name is Paul Courtney and I’m a sophomore in the College majoring in Classics and English and minoring in Government. I grew up in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, just northwest of Philadelphia, and graduated from Plymouth-Whitemarsh High School in 2007. I find it so hard to believe how quickly my first year at Georgetown went, especially given that Georgetown really feels like it has been my home for such a long time (my Mom got upset when I started referencing campus as “home” during Christmas break). Georgetown is such a welcoming community. There are so many organizations on campus, truly something for every interest, in which you can immediately become involved. I became involved in College Republicans early on in my freshman year and now serve as the Chairman. I also serve as a Class of 2011 representative on the College Academic Council and am involved in GAAP. Through such extracurricular activities, during NSO (New Student Orientation), in your classes, in your dorm, and even at Leo’s (the dining hall), you make a lot of good friends quickly. Coming from a medium-sized high school, I was unsure what to expect size-wise from Georgetown. What I found is that campus is really the perfect size: not too large, but big enough that you always see new people among the familiar faces. When I visited Georgetown as a junior in high school, I knew immediately that is where I wanted to go to college and ended up applying Early Action. I really love Georgetown– campus is beautiful, secluded from the city and yet a mere Metro ride away from the heart of DC and all the resources our nation’s capital has to offer. With spacious lawns, trees, flowers, beautiful architecture and a stunning view of the Potomac, it’s easy to forget you are in a city (my interviewer called this the “urban-suburban feel”). Yet there are so many opportunities just outside the gates – internships on the Hill, at the White House, at CNN and Fox News, and so many other places. People from the political world come to the Hilltop, too – this year I saw many speakers, including Rep. John Campbell, Rep. Chris Shays, former Sen. Rick Santorum (from Pennsylvania!), DNC Chairman Howard Dean, Gov. Bill Richardson, Rep. Ron Paul, and Sec. Condoleeza Rice. Even if you don’t go to see a speaker, you’re likely to see someone important on campus. I hope that you decide that you too want to be a Hoya, and that you will love Georgetown as much as I do (if that’s possible). If you have any questions, feel free to email me – I look forward to talking to you. Hoya Saxa! |
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Hi! My name is Natalie Punchak, and I am currently a sophomore in the College, double-majoring in Government and English. Although I lived in Doylestown, Pennsylvania before coming to Georgetown, I am originally from Omsk, Russia. When I first had a taste of the Georgetown University experience during my GAAP weekend, I realized how deeply in love I had fallen with the place: the politically-charged (yet very friendly and welcoming) atmosphere, the kind and caring professors and the incredibly unique student body. One of the most exciting aspects about being at Georgetown is the distinctiveness of our fellow students, with whom we have the privilege of sharing our four years. The wonderful thing about this place of learning is not only that the students notice and care about what is going on around them but also that they wish to take action and initiative to bring change and betterment. The opportunities to affect change are extensive and infinite. For example, the Center for Social Justice’s DC School’s Project, initiated by a Georgetown alum, allows students to tutor, mentor and interact with children from low-income families with immigrant backgrounds. For me, working with an immigrant from the Dominican Republic and an El Salvadoran refugee within the DCSP program has served as an amazing source of inter-cultural exposure right here in DC! The perks of studying in the nation’s capital are endless. I have heard everyone from Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to Senator Joe Biden speak on campus during my first year here. Undoubtedly, these are opportunities that would hardly be available anywhere else in the country. And with professors who understand the importance of missing class to take advantage of these once-in-a-lifetime events, life at Georgetown just cannot get any better. Finally, Georgetown is an extraordinary place to be at, particularly because there are so many internship opportunities available on the Hill and elsewhere. I myself am currently working as an Intern-Investigator at the Public Defender Service of DC. Never in my life did I even imagine getting to do something so interesting and hands-on while only being an incoming sophomore! As a prospective student, you are probably unsure of what your future will look like, and I would love to help you by sharing my own positive experience at Georgetown. So, please talk to me if you have any questions. Hoya Saxa! |
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Hoya Saxa, fellow Rhode Islander! My name is Colin and I am a sophomore in the College from Barrington, RI. I was born at Sibley Hospital, only a few miles from Georgetown, and I lived for four years here in Washington before moving to Rhode Island. I love living in Rhode Island, but I must say that I have loved every minute I have spent at Georgetown! I am a Psychology major with a minor in Cognitive Science, though I came in as an intended Government major. I never thought I would change my major after enrolling, but it is true that Georgetown allows you to truly discover who you are as a person once you arrive on the Hilltop! On campus, I am involved in a number of organizations, most notably GAAP, since I love helping prospective students get a glimpse of life at Georgetown before deciding to apply (or enroll). Also, I am a member of the Georgetown College Democrats, and I am a Representative to the Georgetown College Academic Council, a position which I have held for the last two years. Finally, I am a member of the Georgetown Emergency Response Medical Service (GERMS for short) which is a student-run, all volunteer ambulance service providing 24/7, year-round emergency medical care to the Georgetown community. There really is an activity or organization for everyone here on campus, and many students (like me!) are able to pursue varied interests through many different campus activities. I love Georgetown and it is for that reason that I am serving as the State Chair for Rhode Island…I couldn’t imagine a better place to spend my four years in college, and I hope you will love it as much as I do! Please get in touch if you have any questions! |
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Hello! My name is Ed and I am a 2007 graduate from Rapid City Central High School in Rapid City, SD. Georgetown has been and continues to be everything I had hoped and wanted. As a freshman, it has sufficiently lived up to and even exceeded my expectations. I anticipate that to continue throughout my time as a Hoya. Having researched numerous schools across the country and abroad, Georgetown was my number one choice. Everything I had heard from alumni, everything I read, and personal reflection about the decision left me convinced that Georgetown was the right choice. Specifically I chose Georgetown as my first choice because of the phenomenal education available in the School of Foreign Service. However, after encountering students and programs from the other three schools in Georgetown, I understand why it is such a prestigious university as all three schools provide top-notch, world-class programs. It has so much to offer for its students; there are a range of opportunities for everything from education to jobs to sports entertainment – and being in Washington D.C. (especially the close proximity to Capitol Hill) expands all of those opportunities. Everyone has the chance to fulfill their passion, whatever it may be, at Georgetown. At Georgetown, apart from my studies, I hold a job helping coordinate all weddings and baptisms on campus, and I actively participate in various student groups/organizations, namely the African Society of Georgetown, the Student Commission for Unity, GAAP, NAACP, and STAND. If you have any questions at all concerning the school, the city, the transition, or anything at all, feel free to contact me by email |
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Hey fellow international students! My name is Jennifer and I am from Taipei, Taiwan. Apart from growing up in Taiwan, I have also spent the other half of my life living in Rome and Bangkok. Currently, I am a sophomore in the School of Foreign Service, pursuing a major in International Politics and a certificate in Asian Studies. Out of everywhere, I decided to come to Georgetown because Georgetown is indeed a place full of exciting opportunities! There are endless activities and events to attend, and there are always so much fun. On campus, we have enlightening and diverse courses with intelligent professors. We also have a variety of clubs that can serve your every interest: from community service clubs such as Eco-Action, to political awareness clubs like Amnesty International, and to cultural clubs like Taiwanese American Student Association. Located on the hilltop, there are myriad things to do in DC: making a trip down Embassy row, taking a night walk at the Waterfront, eating a delicious meal at the Tombs, and enjoying the cherry blossom festival in the spring. Even if you miss your home country while abroad, DC has small cultural towns, such as Chinatown and Eden Center, where you can catch some of the authentic food that you miss! There are also cultural festivals such as the Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Everything is worth every minute, and I promise you a great time at Georgetown. Hoya Saxa! |
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Welcome future Tennesse Hoyas! My name's Rob and I am a graduate of
Father Ryan High School on the south side of Nashville. I came to
Georgetown to study business and I'm majoring in either finance,
marketing, accounting, or international business… so don't worry if you
don't know what you want to do yet; Georgetown is a great place to
explore your options. Outside of class there's plenty of opportunities.
I'm involved with the Journal of International Affairs, which publishes
articles from professors, ambassadors and heads of government on
economics, politics and security. Also, I work with Hilltop Consultants
to provide business strategy to non-for-profit organizations. When you
get tired of campus, go into the town for restaurants or greater DC for
museums and monuments. Whatever you want to do, Georgetown has it.
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Hey! I’m Lane Feler, and I’m part of the small yet stubbornly present population of southern Hoyas. I don’t have that strong of a southern accent, but I’ve been told (as I cooked breakfast for half my floor) that I do have the Southern hospitality perfected. When I’m not tabling in Red Square or sending e-mails to huge groups of people trying to get them to participate in a service project or a poverty awareness program like Just One Day, I am probably dancing in the aerobics room in Yates or making flyers for different clubs on campus. The biggest change that has occurred in my life since coming here would have to be my sudden love of college basketball. My dad found me watching and shouting at the Georgetown-UConn game over break and ran to tell my mother he had entered the twilight zone. It’s been refreshing to participate in experiences I never anticipated being a part of my life and to meet people so different from myself. I take classes with fellow students and professors that have so much to offer to the education I am receiving. So maybe this city that some consider the South (as if) is devoid of a good BBQ restaurant or SEC football fans, but I guarantee that it is a place that you can call home. HOYA SAXA, Y’ALL! |
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Hi! My name is Colleen Gibson and I am a Freshman in the McDonough School of Business. I plan on majoring in Marketing with a minor in Psychology. I currently reside in Harbin Hall, the only Freshman Dorm that can boast of lodging a President of the U.S. My first year at Georgetown has been an amazing experience. From my first experience with heavy snow, to having friends from all over the globe, to standing two feet away from John McCain as he bought a hotdog at a Hoya Basketball game, my year has been crowded with new experiences. I would have to say the best part of Georgetown is the location. Never did I think that I could find a campus that offered the beauty of red and orange tree-lines streets in the fall, and yet was close enough to walk to the National Mall and so many other wonderful places. Some of the great things that I have been able to do this year include seeing a performance at the Kennedy Center, visiting the monuments, perusing several Smithsonians, watching an MLS soccer game, and see the National Christmas tree while it was snowing.
I am eternally grateful to Georgetown for having so many opportunities for students. I am involved in many different organizations on campus including Campus Crusade for Christ, Hoya Blue, The Undergraduate Marketing Association, and of course, GAAP! I also am currently applying to be an intern for a Congressman on Capitol Hill. Even though I am not part of the SFS, or even studying politics, I am very excited that this opportunity became available to me, as it is for almost all Georgetown students. That is one of the great things about our university, there is something for everyone. Whether you want to tutor kids, explore the outdoors, get involved in politics, or just have fun playing sports, there are more opportunities available than there are students.
I want to congratulate you for being accepted to our prestigious university and wish you luck and discernment on the tough decisions that lay ahead . Remember to be true to yourself and follow your dreams no matter how many thousands of miles they may take you away from home!
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Hi, my name is Monica Scheid and I’m a sophomore in the School of Foreign Service. I’m from Shorewood, Wisconsin and I went to University School of Milwaukee for high school. When I was visiting colleges, I was immediately drawn to Georgetown’s beautiful campus and its location in Washington, D.C. I am interested in international development and going to school in D.C. provides a unique perspective on the issues I am studying. I have attended a speech by Madeleine Albright and gone to the Library of Congress to research. There are many opportunities to pursue in D.C., whether you want to see a concert on the National Mall or canvass for your favorite political candidate. At the same time, we have a very vibrant community at Georgetown. Some of my favorite traditions are going all out for basketball games at the Verizon Center or standing in a fifty-person line to get a burger on Friday afternoons from our Grilling Society (they’re amazing!). If you have any questions about Georgetown or just want to talk to me about my experience, please email me. I’d love to hear from you!
Hoya Saxa!
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