On the occasion of Mother Teresa's canonization ceremony today at the Vatican: she joined the Georgetown community at our graduation ceremony in 1982. Mother Teresa's dedication to service has undoubtedly had an impact on #HoyasForOthers across generations. ift.tt/2cqSOLT

Last week in Cleveland & this week in Philadelphia, Hoyas of all ages & across the political spectrum have been engaged in the issues about which they are passionate. As several Georgetown alumni have taken or will take the stage in both party conventions, we're proud to highlight last night's speaker Anastasia Somoza (C'07), a disability rights advocate who has represented a wide range of disability & diversity issues since her childhood. A recipient of Georgetown's Lena Landegger Community Service Award as a student in 2006, Anastasia continues to inspire us by using her voice & experiences to impact the global conversation around disability rights. #HoyasForOthers You can watch Anastasia's speech here: j.mp/2au62ED and learn more about her advocacy work here: j.mp/2au61Rl ift.tt/2anJshn

Norah O'Donnell (C’95) and Geoff Tracy (C’95) of Chef Geoff's are undoubtedly busy parents, managing childcare with careers as a news anchor and restaurant creator, respectively. Yet they still found a way to give back to other parents like them, and they thank their Georgetown education for inspiring them to serve. Celebrate #HoyasForOthers like Norah and Geoff by participating in #GivingTuesday today: bit.ly/givingtues_sm ift.tt/11PzsGN

Just announced: Georgetown University ranked No. 7 among medium-sized schools on the Peace Corps' 2016 Top Volunteer-Producing Colleges and Universities list! There are 29 Hoyas currently volunteering worldwide: j.mp/1PTUFSc #HoyasForOthers Georgetown rises to the No. 7 spot from its No. 10 ranking last year. It has ranked in the top 10 among medium-sized schools in each of the past 10 years. ift.tt/211oxH2

#HoyasForOthers: Mary Grace Reich (F’13) shares her experience and explains the rewards she gains from putting her Georgetown education and the principles she’s learned into her work with the U.S. Peace Corps in aid of young students at Model School in rural Nyondo, Kavango East, located in the Republic of Namibia: j.mp/1Lk8IwW ift.tt/1X5g8en

“A lot of what I do in emergency medicine today draws from the basic sciences and the foundation I built in GEMS.” – Sean Morgan (M’13) By introducing a new EMS model, having a doctor working on an ambulance, Sean aims to help people get the best care available as fast as possible. Read more Georgetown Experimental Medical Studies alumni stories: bit.ly/GEMSProgram2017 #HoyasForOthers ift.tt/2sxFtGP

“I was diagnosed with cancer as a 10- year-old. Thirty years later, on my 40th birthday, I decided to support something that addressed the psychological side of cancer, because I understood how scared and lonely kids could be.” - Matt Gerson (L’84), President and Founder of Tracy’s Kids. Since its founding, Tracy's Kids has aided thousands of patients and families. Read more about Matt and his team's work: g.town/2KQYsEb #HoyasForOthers ift.tt/2kk6b2n

A big and royal congrats to Haroon Yasin (SFS’15), one of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II honorees, for his work to educate at-risk youth in Pakistan. Harron co-founded an educational organization with Ahwaz Akhtar (SFS’16) called Orenda that uses cartoons and digital streaming to bring school curriculums to Pakistani children unable to attend formal classes or at risk of dropping out of school. #HoyasForOthers g.town/2M6QBnd ift.tt/2KeEDGx

As we celebrate all the reasons we are thankful today, we share special gratitude to #HoyasForOthers, on campus and across the world, who advance the causes and values at Georgetown's core. Whether you're animated by interfaith dialogue or international development, we hope you'll give directly to the causes you connect with through Georgetown. 💡 Learn more about our #GivingTuesday campaign and how you can support our efforts: goo.gl/nyXjj1 ift.tt/2Bhdj73

“I want to see young girls have a dream, live their own dream and make their own dream a reality. If you can dream it, you can do it.” Georgetown Women's Basketball alumna Ki-Ke Rafiu (C’16) pays it forward by empowering young girls in Nigeria through sports with her non-profit Girls Rise Up. #HoyasForOthers, how will you make your impact on #GivingTuesday? bit.ly/GU_GivTues6 ift.tt/2fIuYbR

"The main goal of the Kino Border Immersion program is to humanize the process of migration. People come into this experience with lots of interests and views and beliefs. Kino asks that people be open, to become comfortable being uncomfortable." This #GivingTuesday, help us create chances for #HoyasForOthers to grow, reflect and build common ground through alternative spring break programs like the Kino Border immersion initiative. Support Georgetown's efforts to advance critical dialogues with your gift: bit.ly/2BnETiZ ift.tt/2zsy7XV

As we enter the season of giving back, we celebrate #HoyasForOthers, Georgetown alumni who make an impact through service around the world like Felice Gorordo (C'05). After co-founding Roots of Hope, a non-profit aimed at building closer ties between American students and young people in Cuba, Felice now leads a Miami start-up that builds technology to help immigrants navigate through the very complicated immigration process. Hoyas, how do you give back and answer the call to serve? ift.tt/1Ons3VB

Georgetown College - Georgetown University graduate, Sean Sheppard (C’90) honors veterans every day through his non profit organization Embrace. His business spearheads programs, such as “Healing Our Heroes Homes” which rebuilds homes of low-income, disabled veterans and Wounded Warrior homeowners. #VeteransDay #HoyasForOthers More about Sean: g.town/SeanSheppard www.facebook.com/georgetownalumni/photos/a.458689397429.2...

#HoyasForOthers: We caught up with School of Foreign Service - Georgetown University alumna Mary Grace Reich (F’13), a U.S. Peace Corps volunteer working with young students at Model School in rural Nyondo, Kavango East, located in the Republic of Namibia. Read our interview and learn about how Georgetown prepared her to make an impact: j.mp/1F4H3Cy ift.tt/19AkaKq

As Hoyas, we're passionate about educational access and affordability. #GivingTuesday is a chance to direct your gift to a Georgetown University program and focus its impact. 💬 Calling all #HoyasForOthers: Join us in one week spreading the word about the causes and issues that mean the most to you: goo.gl/SD4qcc ift.tt/2zshRtY

#HoyasForOthers Katy Lewandowski (N'12) and Ana-Alicia Siqueiros (C'11, MA'12) gave back to the Georgetown community as students by participating in activities like DC Reads, NSO, The Corp and more. As alumnae, they're dedicated to their local clubs and class committees to help Georgetown's young alumni community grow even stronger. Join Katy and Ana-Alicia in supporting Georgetown--the place where change-makers become friends--on #GivingTuesday: bit.ly/1ltkiRt ift.tt/1QbqFnQ

Jescinta Izevbigie (F’14) reflects on her career helping women in post-conflict African societies: “What makes me most proud of my work is that this is the first time in my life where I wake up everyday knowing that I am doing meaningful work that is going to have a direct impact on a community that I care about.” g.town/Jescinta We're excited to celebrate #HoyasForOthers like Jescinta next week on #GivingTuesday and support the ways Georgetown inspires & empowers its graduates to serve. ift.tt/2geVnCt

Focusing her career on medical outreach, Courtney Pladsen (G’11, G’18), MS, RN, CRNP offers assistance through Unity Health Care to people experiencing homelessness. #HoyasForOthers “When doing medical outreach, I see patients in soup kitchens and do walking outreach with a team and provide medical care to some of the city’s most vulnerable residents." - Courtney Pladsen Find out more about Courtney's story: bit.ly/CourtneyPladsen ift.tt/2lir9gh

#HoyasForOthers: Compelled by Georgetown University’s emphasis on social justice, Timothy Boyce (F'76) spent six years of research, aiming to re-publish the story of Norwegian Holocaust survivor Odd Nansen and bring forgotten history back to life: bit.ly/TimothyBoyce2017 ift.tt/2tAc8xI

#HoyasForOthers: Joy Liu Monahan (C'91, MPP'94)--who generously volunteers her time to her class, local club, the GUAA Board, alumni interviews, career services & much more--supports Georgetown scholarships to "invest in our future." How will you make your impact on #GivingTuesday? bit.ly/1ltkiRt ift.tt/1PYf3Gr

This #GivingTuesday, consider a gift to Georgetown's Veterans' Office and help grow our resources for our students who have served in uniform, like the Yellow Ribbon Program: goo.gl/XVQTq5 #HoyasForOthers, join us this week for your chance to make an impact that will directly benefit veterans. Explore our Giving Tuesday website: goo.gl/nyXjj1 ift.tt/2n4Ju6Q

Through opportunities with Mu Alpha, Georgetown’s chapter of the national service fraternity Alpha Phi Omega (APO), #HoyasForOthers like Lazaro Zamora (C’10), pictured below, made lasting friendships through shared experiences around volunteerism. Help Georgetown continue to foster connections through service by making your #GivingTuesday gift: bit.ly/GU_GivTues6 ift.tt/2fJNr7Z

For Generations to Come: We took this photo with 2008 graduates Paul and Kara Liebeskind just before the birth of their son last month! Georgetown is lucky to have the support of these #HoyasForOthers who give back to help provide the best experience for future students. Support Georgetown on #GivingTuesday today to build the foundation for tomorrow's Hoyas: bit.ly/1ltkiRt ift.tt/21sP91b

"Georgetown University's social entrepreneurship course affirmed my belief that individuals can themselves spark change in the world by working directly with communities," says alumna Anjali Daryanani (F'11), now a documentary filmmaker in India creating tools for NGOs working with vulnerable populations. Make a gift to Georgetown on #GivingTuesday & support an education built on being #HoyasForOthers: bit.ly/GU_GivTues6 ift.tt/2gsJ5DL

"Building something bigger than myself": Dedicated alumnus Jeff Civillico (C’05) uses his many talents as a Las Vegas entertainer to serve others, connecting good causes with performers like himself who can bring smiles where they’re needed most. Join us in celebrating #HoyasForOthers like Jeff, and how Georgetown encourages them, by participating in #GivingTuesday today: bit.ly/givingtues_sm (via Jeff Civillico: Comedy in Action) ift.tt/1pP8pX6

"Karch points out that this is about “not just the patient, but also your small community, your family, your spouse, your children—it goes on and on. That’s the ethic of Georgetown and it’s carried me into my practice." — Karch Michael Karch (M’95, R’02) focuses on bringing care and hope to communities through his disaster medicine practice. #HoyasForOthers Find out more about his story: bit.ly/2dgZlVK ift.tt/2eewlij

Georgetown sustains a commitment to training #HoyasForOthers through dedicated programs like the Center for Public & Non-Profit Leadership, now celebrating 20 years dedicated to "educating, nurturing & inspiring leaders in pursuit of the common good." Learn more: goo.gl/hSRFK5 💬 How will you make your social impact on #GivingTuesday this November? Share the causes you're passionate about in the comments. ift.tt/2yyMyte

Continuing the legacy of Georgetown University's Father Rick Curry, Dog Tag Bakery strives to provide veterans leadership development opportunities through The Dog Tag Fellowship program. Upon completion, fellows will have earned a certificate of Business Administration from Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies. #VeteransDay #HoyasForOthers Discover more about Dog Tag’s efforts for the veteran community: g.town/DogTagBakery 📷: Dog Tag Bakery ift.tt/2fLfRi6

"Paying it forward": Georgetown’s mission, traditions and values inspire our alumni like Ted Leonsis (C’77, P’14,’15) to give back and be #HoyasForOthers through acts of service. Join us tomorrow on #GivingTuesday as we celebrate the generosity of our community! bit.ly/givingtues_sm ift.tt/1yveU1J

Thank you #HoyasForOthers! 554 donors made gifts yesterday to support Georgetown University on #GivingTuesday. Because of alumni like you, Georgetown is able to do more for our students who want to make a positive impact on our world as women and men for others. ift.tt/1yOYXUj

Former student-athletes like Georgetown Basketball alum Omari Faulkner (C’04) give back to the university that helped them understand and embrace their potential. Join #HoyasForOthers like Omari and make your gift on #GivingTuesday: bit.ly/givingtues_sm ift.tt/1B9KllG

Tomorrow's #GivingTuesday! Make your gift to Georgetown tomorrow and join fellow #HoyasForOthers who are invested in the students, faculty and community experience on Georgetown's campuses. How will you give back? ift.tt/1NEpcri

Tomorrow, we're excited to join non-profits around the world participating in the #GivingTuesday movement! Share our badge to help us celebrate #HoyasForOthers who use their Georgetown University education to serve the greater good. Hoya Saxa! bit.ly/GU_GivTues6 ift.tt/2gzVRiW

Tuesday, December 1 is #GivingTuesday! Join #HoyasForOthers from around the world in supporting Georgetown for future generations. Learn more about getting involved: ift.tt/1Q8tdDc ift.tt/1jtQhzv

The Jesuit tradition of "men and women for others" extends far beyond Healy Gates on March 28 & 29, when alumni clubs from across the world will participate in Hoyas Give Baxa—an annual day that encourages alumni to give back to their communities through volunteering: ift.tt/19RsTYJ #HoyasForOthers ift.tt/18YqtGD

Great to see all of these #HoyasForOthers coming together earlier this month for the Georgetown Neighborhood Cleanup! On 11/8, the DC Alumni Club, GUSA, the University Office of Neighborhood Life & the Georgetown Community Partnership joined the students that regularly participate in cleanups to beautify our local neighborhood and serve the residential community near the university. A meaningful initiative during the season of giving. Hoya Saxa! ift.tt/1yPx90M

It's been inspiring to hear from so many Hoyas today who are giving back to Georgetown on #GivingTuesday! Join the conversation on social media using #HoyasForOthers: j.mp/1Ov4lWg Making your gift to Georgetown online and direct it to the department, team or cause that inspires you: bit.ly/1ltkiRt ift.tt/1Ov6gKy

#HoyasForOthers Supporting Our Veterans: Laura L’Esperance (B’01), Mary Beth Bruggeman (MPM’17), Tony DeMarino (SCS’15) and Alex Horton (C’14) are among the Georgetown alumni "for others" in The Mission Continues, a national non-profit that provides community & networking opportunities for our veterans. Learn more: j.mp/1QrUcdw Hoyas, how do you give back and answer the call to serve? ift.tt/1Npr0P4

This #GivingTuesday, join #HoyasForOthers by telling us how Georgetown has inspired acts of service in your life and by making your gift to the department, team or scholarship fund that inspires you: bit.ly/1ltkiRt ift.tt/1MSuHiL

What's your cause? This #GivingTuesday, we invite you to direct your impact to the issues you connect with, from veterans support to medical research to growing our faith communities. Join #HoyasForOthers by making your gift to Georgetown today: bit.ly/2AcDwGe ift.tt/2j142bN

We're so grateful to the #HoyasForOthers that have helped us surpass our #GivingTuesday goal! There's still plenty of time to make an impact and support Georgetown's mission of service. Will you help us reach an unprecedented 600 gifts? You can donate here: bit.ly/givingtues_sm ift.tt/1yi2n2P

Georgetown's groundbreaking medical research is possible because #HoyasForOthers support our scholars like Charbel Moussa, MBBS, Ph.D, who is examining tyrosine kinase inhibitors in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, including dementias like Alzheimer's disease and movement disorders like Parkinson's disease: goo.gl/6Eswr2 🔬 What Georgetown discoveries will you support on #GivingTuesday? Add your own stories in the comments! ift.tt/2hcipZw

Thank you Hoyas for making #GivingTuesday 2015 a great success by helping #HoyasForOthers! These funds will make an enormous difference to students, faculty, programs, and facilities everywhere on our campuses. When Hoyas come together, united by purpose, there is nothing that cannot be achieved, and this was no exception. Thank you and Hoya Saxa! ift.tt/1MWX5QW

Georgetown’s own Father Otto H. Hentz, S.J. (H’66) reflects on the generosity from alumni that helps encourage generations of students to become #HoyasForOthers. On this #GivingTuesday, join us in celebrating the acts of service that a Georgetown education can inspire: bit.ly/givingtues_sm ift.tt/1vbSSMO

Guided by our Jesuit values and supported by #HoyasForOthers across generations, Georgetown's sacred spaces continue to grow and inspire our community's rich faith traditions and provide opportunities for interreligious understanding. Explore our places of worship in our Georgetown Magazine photo essay: goo.gl/Q6E6fk ift.tt/2gUDpDY

Today #Hoyas around the world are gathering together to give back to their communities for #HoyasGiveBaxa! Thank you to all our participating Hoyas! #HoyasForOthers ift.tt/2r8SO8a

Did you know October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month? Learn how Georgetown University alumni are supporting survivors of domestic violence through Thrive SC in South Carolina, and what you can do to help. bit.ly/THRIVESC #HoyasForOthers ift.tt/2z3bTOZ