Student Resources

Ross Hall courtyard

The George Washington University has a wide variety of services and resources available to support and compliment your academic experience — from academic journals and basketball games to the IT support helpdesk and writing center. We encourage you to take full advantage of these valuable academic resources and student life opportunities.

For more information about the student resources, explore the Office of Student Services  website.

 

Current Student Resources
General University Resources

Other University Resources

Information Technology

The GW Division of Information Technology offers many services to the GW community. Visit their website to learn about them and their offered services.

Important Contact Information:

Division of Information Technology

Academic Center
801 22nd Street, NW B1
Washington, DC 20052
Phone: 202-994-4948 
Email: ithelp@gwu.edu

Overview of Support Resources:

Support

Need immediate assistance?

Contact the IT Support Center at 202-994-GWIT (4948)

Need Blackboard support?

If you're a GW online student or faculty member, call 202-994-4948 and select option 2 for help with Blackboard.

GW Campus Advisories

Health and Emergency Management Safety

Academic Center 801 22nd Street, NW
Suite B148
Washington, DC 20052
Email: oem@gwu.edu

Information Lines

  • GW Information Line: 202-994-5050
  • VSTC Information Line: 571-553-8333
  • Biostats Center Information Line: 301-881-9260

Emergency Numbers

  • Foggy Bottom (GW Emergency Services): 202-994-6111
  • Mount Vernon (GWPD): 202-242-6111
  • VSTC/Other Locations: 911
GWorld Card Office

The GWorld Card is your official ID card for the George Washington University. All active members of the GW community are encouraged to get a GWorld card and to carry it at all times to ensure uninterrupted access to services, events, purchasing power, and facilities throughout the GW campus. See below for locations and contact information:

Division of Operations

University Student Center 800 21st St NW  G05 Washington, DC 20052 Phone: 202-994-1795  Email: gworld@gwu.edu

Virginia Science & Technology Campus - Satellite Office

Enterprise Hall 44983 Knoll Square Ashburn, VA 20147

By appointment only. Contact Susan Hyde at sahyde@gwu.edu

 for assistance.

Here are some other valuable GWorld links:

Academic Calendar

This calendar includes key academic dates for the semester, such as holidays, exam periods and modifications to class schedules. Some dates are subject to change.

GW ACADEMIC CALENDAR 

2024 Health Sciences Academic Calendar

Summer 2024

Semester / Session Session Start Session End
Session A* April 29 June 22
Session B* June 24 August 17
10 Week May 20 July 27
15 Week May 20 August 17
16 Week (BLS Clinicals) April 29 August 17

Fall 2024

Semester / Session Session Start Session End
Session A* August 22 October 15
Session B* October 17 December 10
15 Week August 22 December 9

For other important dates during the academic year, refer to the:

Schedule of Classes to see when classes are offered University Calendar to learn about upcoming events and activities

Campus and Other Maps
GW Dining

Interested in knowing where to eat on campus or in the local area? Visit GW Dining  to access information about GWorld dining and grocery partners, mobile apps, meal deals, and discounts.

GW Bookstore

GW Campus Store

2125 I St, NW
Washington, DC 20037

Hours
Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 11 am to 3 pm

GW Career Services

Want to get noticed by top employers?  The Center for Career Services offers a wide range of individualized and customized career education services, including convenient online resume and interview critique programs and a wealth of events and workshops to meet the career needs of our student. Let the Career Center help you put your best foot forward!

Center for Career Services

Division of Student Affairs

University Student Center
800 21st St. NW
Suite 505
Washington, DC 20052
Phone: 202-994-6495 | Fax: 202-994-6493 
Email: gwcareercenter@gwu.edu(link sends e-mail)

Here are just a few of the resources and programs offered through the Center for Career Services:

Support Resources:

GW Mentoring Services

Looking to connect with alumni working in your area of interest? GW Career Connect allows students to connect with alumni around the world working in various industries, including health care. You can reach out to an alumnus either in person or virtually for guidance and mentoring.