Georgetown University’s Master of Professional Studies in Urban & Regional Planning prepares you to solve the critical challenges facing urban communities around the world. You’ll learn from industry scholars and practitioners in the classroom while developing your skills outside of class through applied problem-solving, international travel, independent research, and networking events. Upon completing the program, you’ll have the industry knowledge and leadership skills needed to effectively and responsibly shape the communities of tomorrow.

Join us for a webinar on Thursday, June 16 at noon ET to learn more.

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Friday, June 3

Become a citizen water scientist: Want to learn more about local water quality issues and get hands-on experience collecting data and water samples? Attend a training session from 10:00 -12:00 pm on Friday, June 3 to become a “Volunteer Water Quality Citizen Scientist” and help support the DC-based citizen science water quality monitoring program with the goal of providing up-to-date, weekly water quality data to residents and visitors by sampling for bacteria, turbidity, pH, air and water temperature weekly from May-September. Visit the event page to learn more.

Thursday, June 9

Learn about the social support infrastructure of Adams Morgan: Christ House, a medical respite facility for men facing homelessness in the District of Columbia, is excited to offer a new way of learning about their work. Christ House will be offering monthly neighborhood walking tours where you can learn about Christ House’s mission, the Kairos Recovery Program, and other important local nonprofit organizations. The next tour is coming up on Thursday, June 9 at 4:00 pm. You’ll walk by organizations such as Potter’s House, Unity Health Care, Jubilee Housing, Jubilee Jobs, Joseph’s House, as well as Christ House’s other buildings – Kairos House and Emmanuel House. This tour is a great way to familiarize one’s self with the history of social services in Adams Morgan, and will be led by Christ House staff. You can learn more here.

Saturday, June 11

Ride with pride: The Capital Pride Parade is back, and this year, GGWash will be marching! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 11, and RSVP here to make sure we can stay in touch with you about details.

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Kate Jentoft-Herr is GGWash's Engagement Manager. Previously the Development Manager at the Coalition for Smarter Growth, Kate is interested in exploring the relationships between land-use, racism, and the Climate Crisis and in making discussion of urban issues accessible to folks from all backgrounds. She loves DC and being able to walk to work.