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Georgetown’s board of directors has unanimously voted to name Eduardo M. Peñalver as the 49th president of Georgetown University. He will begin his new role on July 1, 2026. bit.ly/42J5FAO

Let the countdown to commencement begin! 🎓 We can't wait to celebrate our #Hoyas2026 later this month, but in the meantime, explore our Class of 2026 webpage for the full commencement schedule, campus maps, downloads and printables and more. bit.ly/4w3gw5E

We celebrate the many contributions of Georgetown’s Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community and highlight the teaching, scholarship, advocacy and cultural enrichment efforts of our university community related to AAPI heritage. bit.ly/4u9ZkcG

Tom Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champion, and John Kerry, former secretary of state, are among the 13 speakers who will address the Class of 2026 at Georgetown’s commencement this year. bit.ly/496eR5d

We sat down with President-elect Eduardo Peñalver to learn about his journey from busboy to dean of Cornell Law School, his preparations for his new role, and how his Catholic faith influences his work. bit.ly/3QBlTbS

Happy Earth Day, Hoyas! 🌎

The Georgetown University baseball team defeated the Butler Bulldogs 14-5 in a marathon 13 innings on Sunday at Bulldog Park. bit.ly/4tmf9Nz

Georgetown University men's lacrosse graduate student attackman Rory Connor was named to the USILA National Team of the Week after leading the Hoyas to a 17-7 victory against Marquette on Saturday. bit.ly/4mA3QPn

Every year on April 16, Washington, DC commemorates the anniversary of the signing of the 1862 DC Compensated Emancipation Act, the law that abolished slavery in the District of Columbia. bit.ly/421NJjS

Georgetown University's women's openweight rowing team dominated the water on Saturday, April 11, securing a string of victories at the GW Invitational on the Potomac River. bit.ly/4c9jXjj

Georgetown University McDonough School of Business continues to be recognized among the nation’s top undergraduate business programs, placing seventh overall in the latest Poets&Quants ranking. bit.ly/47O2ZV7

Ishaan Sharma (H’27), a junior in the School of Health, has been named a 2026 Goldwater Scholar, a prestigious undergraduate scholarship awarded to the next generation of scientists, researchers and engineers. bit.ly/4sdjmSf

Christ is risen! Celebrate with Fr. Schenden and Rev. Grisom as they share a message for the Easter holiday.

The Hilltop is almost in full bloom! 🌷

The Georgetown University sailing program has solidified its position as a national collegiate powerhouse, with the coed (open) team earning the No. 4 spot, and the women's team rising to No. 6 in the latest Sail1Design College Team Race Rankings. bit.ly/4sc4oMt

There's nothing like a spring day with friends 🌸 Look back at these Hoyas studying together in 1984!

HOYA SAXA CLASS OF 2030! We are SO excited to welcome you to Georgetown! #Hoyas2030 💙

Happy first day of spring, Hoyas!

HOYAlert: GU campuses in DC Early Departure/Instructional Continuity starting at 1 pm on 03/16/26. Classes continue virtually as scheduled. Check email.

Georgetown men’s basketball team upset Villanova last night to earn a spot in the BIG EAST semifinals 🏀

Simon Mathews (C’17) thought his professional baseball career was over when he realized he wouldn't play in the Major League. Fast forward a few years, and he's returned to Washington, DC, to coach with the Washington Nationals. bit.ly/40FIfL1