<p><span class="p-body">CGA alum Mariam Kohrenyan's MS in Global Affairs was “pivotal in shaping [her] professional capabilities and preparing [her] to effectively work in challenging environments.” Kohrenyan, who studied Global Affairs with a concentration in Transnational Security &amp; Global Risk, currently works as a Foreign Service Executive Officer.</span></p> <p><span class="p-body">Khorenyan’s career in USAID has been strongly supported by the knowledge she gained at CGA. “My coursework specifically bolstered my understanding of international issues and dynamics. The practical curriculum, combined with the unique expertise of my professors, ensured that my education would translate to the real world,&quot; she shares.&nbsp;</span></p>

<p>“The globally-focused education I gained at the CGA was fundamental in preparing me to succeed as a foreign service officer,&quot; she shares, noting the impact of three practicum courses with Global Engagement Center (GEC), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and&nbsp; the United Nations Foundation (UNF).</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>