About IAS

The International Affairs Society (IAS) is a student organization at The George Washington University committed to enhancing the experience of those students interested in the inner workings of international culture and diplomacy. IAS is an academic and social organization serving both the educational and recreational demands of students.

Welcome Back!

We hope you had a great summer!

If you aren't an official member of GWIAS, or if you're new to GWU, click here to learn more about joining our organization. You can also check us out by coming by our table at the Student Organizations Fairs during the first week of classes, and by attending our first General Membership Meeting on Tuesday 9/9 — more details on the GMM below.

Don't hesitate to e-mail us with any questions or concerns.

Welcome Week: September 13-19

IAS Fall 2008 Welcome Week kicks off with our Welcome BBQ on Saturday 9/13, 11:00am-3:00pm, right in Kogan Plaza!

Complete details about Welcome Week will be available at our first GMM. All the information will also be right here on our website in just a few days, so check back soon!

First General Membership Meeting: September 9

You don't want to miss our first GMM of the 2008-2009 school year!
  • Tuesday, Sept. 9
  • 6:30 or 8:00pm
  • Marvin Center 3rd Floor Amphitheater
 We'll be discussing Welcome Week, the IAS BBQ, community outreach opportunities, embassy visits, other IAS events and programs, The Globe International Affairs Journal, the GWU Model United Nations team, GWCIA XIII and WAMUNC XI Staff Applications, GWUPIE, Mount Vernon and Freshmen Representatives, and much more!

Plus, our first GMM is the best time to officially join IAS, pay your dues, pick up an official IAS t-shirt, and enjoy some free food. So make sure to check back soon for complete details about the first IAS GMM of the year. For more information about joining IAS, see our join page.