Lucy Rowing
About Lucy Rowing
Lucy Rowing is a Computational Research Assistant at SOS Children's Villages USA, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from The George Washington University and has experience in various roles focused on international affairs, public health, and gender issues related to forced displacement.
Current Role at SOS Children's Villages USA
Lucy Rowing has been serving as a Development Operations Assistant at SOS Children's Villages USA since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the organization's operational functions, focusing on development initiatives that support children and families in need. Her work involves coordinating various projects aimed at enhancing the organization's outreach and effectiveness.
Experience at The George Washington University
Lucy Rowing has held multiple positions at The George Washington University. She currently works as a Computational Research Assistant, a role she has maintained since 2020. Previously, she served as a Research Assistant at the Institute for Data, Democracy, & Politics for four months in 2021 and worked as a Study Hall Monitor for four months in 2020. Her experiences at the university have provided her with a strong foundation in research and data analysis.
Educational Background
Lucy Rowing completed her Bachelor of Arts degree at The George Washington University from 2017 to 2021. Her academic journey has equipped her with knowledge and skills relevant to her interests in international affairs, public health, and gender issues related to forced displacement. Additionally, she studied abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina, enhancing her global perspective.
Previous Internship Experience
Lucy Rowing has gained valuable experience through various internships. In 2020, she worked as a Human Rights Intern at Vital Voices Global Partnership for three months and as a Special Project Intern at CEDESNID in Bogotá, Colombia, for two months. In 2019, she interned with the Free Yezidi Foundation for four months in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. These roles have deepened her understanding of human rights and international development.
Focus Areas and Interests
Lucy Rowing has a strong focus on the intersection of international affairs, public health, and gender issues related to forced displacement. She is particularly interested in disaster response and risk reduction, infectious disease, sustainable agriculture, health equity, and health care delivery. These interests guide her career aspirations as she seeks full-time employment or fellowships in the DMV area.