Graduation Celebration 2024

Department of Religion & Peace Studies Celebrates the Class of 2024

September 16, 2024

Professor Malone-France and Professor Aviv Standing in Doorway of Department

Professors Eyal Aviv and Derek Malone-France

The Department of Religion and Peace Studies celebrates its graduating seniors and scholars from across the university with a luncheon hosted at 2147 F St.! Students from across the university connected to the Department of Religion and Peace Studies joined faculty and staff for a festive senior send-off. Lively conversation and a special appearance from recently retired faculty member Professor Paul Duff made for a delightful gathering. The Department celebrated the major accomplishments of graduating scholars from GW and toasted to their bright futures from Foggy Bottom to the edges of the globe!

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Students in line for buffet luncheon

Students (left) jostle for the first helpings of the luncheon buffet!

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Professor Faghfoory having a conversation with a student in the Department of Religion

Professor Faghfoory (pictured on the right) deep in conversation with a student at the celebration of majors, minors, and graduate students.

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Retired Professor Duff engages a student in conversation in the Department of Religion

Special appearance from Emeritus Professor Paul Duff engaging a graduating student in conversation (right and left, respectively).

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Professor Oh and a student take a picture together in the Department of Religion

Professor Oh, Chair of the Department of Religion and Peace Studies, enjoying the celebratory festivities of the afternoon with her student.