May 14, 2026

Graduates from left to right, top row: Luisa Clausen, Isabel Del Mastro, Catherine Brennan; bottom row: Samantha DeAngelis, Natalie Hausmann, and Penelope Jennings.

Six interns from the Investigative Reporting Workshop received their bachelor’s and master’s degrees on May 9 during commencement ceremonies at American University.

Their academic achievements reflect not only their hard work in the classroom but also the dedication, curiosity, and professionalism they brought to IRW. We look forward to seeing their impact in journalism, communications, public service, and beyond.