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HIV-Prevention Project Targets Latina Transgender Women
Funded by a $1 million CDC grant, Ana María del Río-González is launching a first-of-its-kind study that uses peer-coaching to support the needs of an understudied community.
Meet the Columbian Distinguished Fellows
Across disciplines and research fields, these Columbian College PhD fellows are leading scholarly studies and making real-world impacts.
Three Alumni Create Mental Health Company for Black Community
GW Clinical Psychology alumni Dr. Nicole Cammack, Dr. Danielle Busby, Dr. Jessica Henry and their partner Dr. Dana Cunningham are breaking down the stigma of Black mental health services with their new company, Black Mental Wellness.
When Hollywood Dreams Dim, Psychology Alumna Shines a Light
For many aspiring entertainers, visions of stardom can fade into struggles with homelessness and depression. Former psychology major Caroline Adegun, BA ’12, MA ’16, launched a nonprofit to support their work and their lives.
Adapting to a Different Kind of Fall Semester
From remote learning to virtual club meetings, Columbian College students are approaching an unprecedented semester with optimism, determination and a commitment to making the most of new experiences. Psychology students like Liam Searcy and Isabella Guastaferro share their stories of how they are approaching the challenges that COVID-19 brings.
