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George Washington's 240-Year-Old Friendship Advice Still Rings True
Daily Mix15h ago

George Washington's 240-Year-Old Friendship Advice Still Rings True

America's first president shared timeless wisdom about building meaningful friendships in a 1783 letter to his nephew. His advice to choose friends carefully and let relationships grow slowly offers surprising relevance for our fast-paced, digitally connected world.

Upworthy3 min read
Indianapolis High School Wins National Teaching Award
Community HeroesApr 28

Indianapolis High School Wins National Teaching Award

George Washington High School just earned a prestigious national honor for putting exceptional teaching at the heart of student success. The recognition comes with $5,000 to invest back into helping teachers and students thrive.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
U.S. and Finland Join Forces on Clean Energy Future
InnovationApr 14

U.S. and Finland Join Forces on Clean Energy Future

American and Finnish leaders gathered at George Washington University to accelerate sustainable energy solutions through Arctic research and AI-powered innovation. The partnership between two nations with aligned values could reshape how the world transitions away from fossil fuels.

Regional: finland innovation (FI)3 min read
Judge Orders Slavery Exhibit Restored at Washington Home
Acts of KindnessFeb 17

Judge Orders Slavery Exhibit Restored at Washington Home

A federal judge ruled that a historical exhibit honoring nine people enslaved by George Washington must be reinstated at his former Philadelphia home. The decision protects historical truth and ensures visitors can learn about this important part of American history.

DW News2 min read
GW Students to Compete for Democracy Innovation Prize
InnovationJan 27

GW Students to Compete for Democracy Innovation Prize

George Washington University is launching a student competition that rewards creative solutions to strengthen American democracy. Students from any major can pitch ideas to tackle real challenges like voter disillusionment and declining local news.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read