Image by George Mason University School of Business used with permission.

Looking to get ahead in your career? Join Dr. Kat Grimsley, Academic Program Director, at George Mason University for a virtual information session on June 10 to learn how a master’s degree in Real Estate Development can help advance your career.

Whether you are pursuing a leadership position, interested switching sectors within the commercial real estate industry, or ready to start your own entrepreneurial development projects, George Mason’s specialized MS in Real Estate Development can provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to be successful. You can read more about the program here and register for the information session here.

Image by George Mason University School of Business used with permission.

We’re sharing this event through a sponsored listing agreement with George Mason University. We offer this advertising option to organizations holding relevant programs in the greater Washington region. Sponsored listings help fund our work, while also spreading the word about opportunities to learn more about urbanism. See the full list of GGWash sponsors online.

Here are other events from around the region:

Monday, June 1

Get certified to manage green projects: As green infrastructure projects become a mainstay in DC, residents are encouraged to consider careers in the industry. As such, DC Water and the Water Environment Federation launched the National Green Infrastructure Certification Program (NGICP) with the University of DC to train, qualify, and certify District residents for the green infrastructure workforce.

On Monday, June 1 at 2 pm, the agencies are hosting an information session in advance of a one-week virtual training program that will get participants ready for the NGICP exam. The training, which is free to DC residents, will run from June 22-26. It will focus on the inspection, construction, and maintenance of green infrastructure projects.

You can register for the mandatory information session here.

Tuesday, June 2

Learn how to safely reopen childcare facilities: SPACEs In Action is hosting a virtual discussion on how to safely reopen childcare centers in DC. Learn about new and evolving public health precautions that will protect children and those close to them from any possible COVID-19 related health risks.

The event is taking place on June 2 at 6 pm. You can register here.

Thursday, June 4

Find out how cities can become more just and sustainable: The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified and highlighted urban environmental justice issues across the country. Join GGWash for a panel discussion exploring the impact of the virus on sustainable urbanism, and find out how cities can become more just and sustainable during this unprecedented time.

Our featured speakers include: Cooper Martin, Director, Sustainability and Solutions, National League of Cities, Professor Malini Ranganathan, School of International Service, American University, Trey Sherard, Outreach Coordinator and biologist, Anacostia River Keeper.

This event, which is free and open to the public, is on June 4th at 6 pm. Register here. Got questions for our panelists? Submit them here.

Finally, protests against police brutality in the wake of George Floyd’s death continue both here in the Washington region and across the nation. If you are exercising your first amendment rights, make sure to do so safely!

Continue the conversation about urbanism in the Washington region and support GGWash’s news and advocacy when you join the GGWash Neighborhood!

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Christina Sturdivant Sani is a proud DC native whose work has exposed disparities and injustices that permeate under-resourced communities. She finds joy in highlighting creative solutions in this rapidly changing city. As a coffee shop connoisseur, she has a list of more than 60 cafes that she's visited in the District. If you see her at your local shop, story ideas are welcome!