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Ellen M. Granberg 

19th President of the George Washington University 

 


 

Ellen M. Granberg is the 19th President of the George Washington University, a preeminent research university and the largest institution of higher education in the nation’s capital.

An accomplished academic leader, Dr. Granberg has a record of strengthening teaching and research excellence across disciplines, supporting a diverse and inclusive community of students, faculty, and staff, and collaborating with all stakeholders to drive transformative change and increase institutional prominence. She became the first woman to serve as GW’s President when she took office on July 1, 2023.

Previously, Dr. Granberg served as Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) and was a professor and senior leader at Clemson University.

 

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Recent University News

 

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Election Day 2024

November 5, 2024

As citizens take to the polls across the country, I am reminded of the unique position our university holds at the heart of American democracy.

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Reflecting on the Past Year and Path Forward

October 1, 2024

Thoughts about what we've learned, how we can remain connected as a community, and the values that will help our university continue moving forward.

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Launching the GW Strategic Framework Process

September 26, 2024

We are pleased to announce that GW is embarking on the formal development of our new strategic framework.