From an inaugural group of 51 students in 1975 to a powerhouse program of more than 550 virtual participants in the summer of 2020, The Washington Center has come a long way. This interactive 45th Anniversary Commemorative & 2019 Annual Report brings our history, impact and testimonies to life.
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The Washington Center Welcomes Two Esteemed Alumni to its Board of Trustees, Reelects Chair
The Board of Trustees of The Washington Center (TWC) recently elected two accomplished alumni to its Board. Isaiah Boswell and Geoff Schaefer...
TWC Returns to International Programming by Hosting Learners from Guanajuato, Mexico
30 learners participated in immersive programming across Washington, D.C. and New York City as the continuation of remote learning experiences that began in 2020.
1:56Meet Kim Churches, TWC's New President
Churches is TWC's fourth President—and first female in the role—as of October 2021. She brings nearly three decades of experience in nonprofit and higher education administration.
The Washington Center Announces Kimberly Churches as New President
Churches Becomes TWC’s First Female Chief Executive Officer in its 46-year History
The Washington Center Board of Trustees Elects Dr. Susan C. Pannullo as New Chair
Dr. Pannullo is an alum, parent of an alum, renowned neurosurgeon-educator, and long-serving member of TWC board.
TWC Announces Retirement of President Chris Norton
Combining his service as member of the board of trustees and president, Norton has been part of TWC leadership for 18 years.
2:09Monumental Experiences at The Washington Center
TWC students share how a semester at The Washington Center helped them go from college to career.
The Washington Center Launches the Largest Virtual Academic Internship Program in the Country with 550+ Students Starting Summer Internships
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TWC Presents 2020 William M. Burke Presidential Award for Excellence in Experiential Education to Dr. Mary Marcy
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TWC Mourns Passing of Board Member and Friend, Irene Hirano Inouye
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Monumental Access and Opportunity: 2019 Private Scholarship Report
The Washington Center has a tradition of providing scholarships to allow more students to attend our programs, with almost 85% of students receiving some form of financial aid.
1:28Celebrating 20 Years at The Washington Center
Monumental Career Journeys Start Here. Kathleen Regan-Mills, Senior Manager, Academic Seminars started at TWC in 2000 and has been helping students see achieve their potential ever since.
TWC Alum Uses His Public Health Training to Help with COVID-19 Testing
How are members of The Washington Center community stepping up to help during the coronavirus pandemic? VET Initiative alumni Vegas volunteers with the Medical Reserve Corps in Washington, D.C.
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Program Summary: 2020 Building the TOMODACHI Generation Morgan Stanley Ambassadors Program
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The Washington Center Selects Emerging Leader for Board of Trustees
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The Washington Center’s 45th Anniversary
Yearlong ‘Monumental Career Journeys Start Here’ Celebration Commences
A Monumental Journey to Here
Join The Washington Center in celebrating our 45th Anniversary, and the more than 60,000 young people and partners who’ve helped us further our mission.