Georgetown McDonough School of Business

05/29/2026

Before they crossed the commencement stage earlier this month, the MBA Class of 2026 was recognized at the annual MBA Awards Gala for their leadership, academic achievement, service, and contributions to the MBA community. 🎓

“One of the defining aspects of the Georgetown MBA experience is the way our students support and uplift one another during their time in the program and beyond,” said Sudipta Dasmohapatra, senior associate dean of MBA programs. “We are proud of all our graduates and look forward to the impact they will make as Georgetown alumni.”

Read more about this year’s award recipients and graduates: https://bit.ly/4vbaVsC

Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business honored the MBA Class of 2026 during the annual MBA Awards Gala, recognizing graduates who made exceptional contributions to the school and broader MBA community throughout their time on the Hilltop. The MBA Awards celebrate students, faculty, and staff wh...

05/27/2026

As featured in the spring issue of Georgetown Magazine, read about how the transformative generosity of Hoyas is advancing our school's mission and vision for the future.

From Fr. Quentin Dupont’s approach to Jesuit business education to alumni-supported MBA scholarships and new residential spaces that help students flourish, these initiatives reflect the collective power of the Hoya network to shape leaders who create impact in business and society.

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Celebrating the creative, collective power of the Georgetown community Mrudula Chodavarapu (B’26) enjoys how her professor, Quentin Dupont, S.J., engages students in discussions about business and ethics. Photo: Phil Humnicky […]

05/16/2026

“99.7%.”

For Tom Brady, the number represented the win probability against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LI, when the team trailed the Atlanta Falcons 28-3 late in the third quarter before ultimately mounting the largest comeback in Super Bowl history.

The lesson? Even when the odds seem impossible, preparation, resilience, and perseverance matter.

“You’re going to find yourself on the short end of that 99.7%, wondering how you got there,” Brady told graduates. “The only time you’re sure to lose is when you quit.”

Drawing on lessons from his career, Brady challenged graduates to seek out difficult opportunities, embrace adversity, and continue pushing forward when things don’t go according to plan.

Brady was introduced by Egon Durban, co-CEO and managing partner of Silver Lake Technology Management, whose recent gift established the Durban Sports Business Program at Georgetown McDonough. During the ceremony, Brady also received a Doctor of Humane Letters, honoris causa, from Georgetown University.

Congratulations to the 383 graduates of the undergraduate Class of 2026 as they begin the next chapter of their journeys. Hoya Saxa! 🎓

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When the odds are stacked against you, resilience, preparation, and perseverance matter more than certainty. That was the message shared by seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady during his commencement address to the 383 undergraduate students of Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Busi...

05/15/2026

This morning, we celebrated the Class of 2026 during our annual Tropaia ceremony, honoring undergraduate students whose leadership, scholarship, and service have left a lasting impact on our community.

During the ceremony, Rita Zekas Sielicki Award recipient William Burke reminded his classmates that “the true measure of a life well-lived” is found in how we serve others, treat people with dignity, and use our talents for something beyond ourselves.

Congratulations to all of our award recipients and honors graduates — including Valedictorian Francesco Donato, Salutatorian William Burke, and every student recognized today for their extraordinary contributions on the Hilltop. We are proud of you!🎓

Read about our awardees: https://bit.ly/4udnPWZ

Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business recognized its undergraduate students graduating with honors during the school’s annual Tropaia ceremony. During the ceremony, Rita Zekas Sielicki Award recipient William Burke addressed his classmates, reflecting on the values that shaped the Class of 2...

05/14/2026

Congratulations to the 278 undergraduate and graduate students who were inducted last night into Beta Gamma Sigma — an honors society that recognizes academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to the highest principles in business education. These graduates ranked in the top 20% of their respective degree programs.

This year marks the 43rd class of Beta Gamma Sigma inductees at Georgetown McDonough, and the 113th anniversary of the Honors Society.

In addition to honoring the graduates on their academic achievements, the also heard from chapter honoree and alumnus, Michael Coulter (EMBA'13), president and CEO of Hanwha Defense USA.

05/14/2026

McGinnis Harvey (B’26) discovered that leadership is about more than career success — it’s about purpose, responsibility, and the impact you leave on others.

From leading First Generation Investors and expanding financial literacy access for D.C. high school students to exploring big questions about meaning and responsibility in the workplace, McGinnis reflects on the experiences that transformed both his personal and professional path.

"The experiences that shaped me most were often the ones that challenged me to lead, build relationships, solve difficult problems, and contribute to something larger than myself."

Read more: https://bit.ly/4eLLKrU 🎓

A finance graduate who transferred to Georgetown in pursuit of both academic rigor and a values-centered business education, McGinnis Harvey (B’26) found a community that shaped not only his professional ambitions but also his perspective on leadership, service, and personal growth. Through his in...

05/13/2026

“You belong here.” 🎓

After 16 years in the U.S. Army, Dom Livas (MSBA’26) came to Georgetown McDonough ready to strengthen his technical skills and expand his impact as a marketing officer. Along the way, he found confidence in the classroom, lifelong friendships within his cohort, and a community that challenged and supported him every step of the way.

Now preparing for his next chapter with the Army’s Training with Industry program at Lowe’s, Livas looks back on the experiences that defined his Georgetown journey.

“Trust the process, lean on your people, and give yourself grace as you find your footing.”

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After 16 years of service in the U.S. Army, Dom Livas (MSBA’26) came to Georgetown McDonough’s M.S. in Business Analytics (MSBA) program ready to deepen his technical skills and expand his impact as a marketing officer. From overcoming imposter syndrome in the classroom to applying analytics to ...

05/13/2026

“Depois do medo vem o mundo” — “After fear comes the world.” 🌎 From Brazil’s “Island of Magic” to Georgetown’s global classrooms, Luisa Gomes da Silva (MiM’26) embraced every opportunity to step into the unknown — finding community far from home, traveling to Singapore through the MiM Global Business Experience, and co-founding Georgetown’s first Brazilian graduate student organization.

“Some of the best moments of this past year came from saying yes to things that initially scared me.”

Read her reflection:

This story is part of the Student Voices series, which provides a firsthand perspective of the student experience at Georgetown McDonough. Originally from Florianópolis, Brazil, Luisa Gomes da Silva (MiM’26) came to Georgetown McDonough’s Master’s in Management (MiM) program seeking an intern...

05/12/2026

As Commencement week begins, we’re celebrating the stories, leadership, and impact of Georgetown McDonough’s Class of 2026. 🎓

For Matthew Martin (ESM'26), that journey brought him from more than a decade of service in the U.S. Coast Guard to Georgetown’s M.S. in Environment and Sustainability Management program, where he expanded his perspective on climate innovation, sustainable business strategy, and cross-sector collaboration.

“Lean on your classmates to challenge your assumptions, dream up new ideas, and expand your perspectives.”

Read his Student Voices reflection about his time at Georgetown:

This story is part of the Student Voices series, which provides a firsthand perspective of the student experience at Georgetown McDonough. After serving for more than a decade in the U.S. Coast Guard, including roles focused on environmental disaster response and international maritime policy, Matth...

05/11/2026

First-year MBA students recently stepped into the C-suite for the spring Executive Challenge, an immersive leadership simulation that tests how students communicate, make decisions, and lead in high-stakes business situations.

Serving as the final exam for the Leadership Communications course, students rotate through a series of role-play scenarios – ranging from leading a tense executive meeting to delivering difficult news – while alumni step into the roles of board members, investors, and senior executives.

This year, a record 140 alumni returned to the Hilltop to support the final exam, offering candid feedback, mentorship, and insight grounded in their own leadership experiences.

“The Executive Challenge is designed to move beyond theory and immerse students in the complexity of real leadership,” said Evelyn Williams, distinguished teaching professor of management and founder of the program. “By placing them in high-stakes, ambiguous situations, we challenge students to exercise judgment, communicate with intention, and navigate competing priorities – just as they would as senior executives. It’s about shaping how they think, decide, and show up as leaders in moments that matter.”

Read more about the results of this year's Executive Challenge:

Why would someone want to be led by you?  That question sits at the heart of the Leadership Communications course at Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business – and each year, first-year Full-time MBA students are put to the test in answering it through one of the program’s most immersive exp...