Arya Desai

About Me: Hi everyone! I'm Arya, and I'm from Cheshire, Connecticut! I love studying journalism and public policy here at GW. In my free time, I love listening to music, doing random arts and crafts to decorate my dorm, and hanging out with my roommate exploring D.C.! I'm also always looking for new people to play tennis with! I'm so excited to get to know you all!

Pronouns: She/Her

Major: Human Services and Social Justice

Minors:  Public Health; Journalism

Extra-Curriculars: WRGW, American Red Cross, The Legacy Project, The Store

Research Experience: I have worked with Professor Livingston to collect data on the themes in far-right influencers' content in the six months preceding the 2016 election.

Fall Origins and Evolution of Modern Thought: Love with Professor Trullinger 

Fall Scientific Reasoning and Discovery: Energy with Professor Kung