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KIERAN LAFFEY

Chairman

 
 

Kieran Laffey is a Junior studying Political Science at The George Washington University. Born and raised on Long Island, New York, Kieran founded one of the largest Teenage Republicans Chapters in the nation back in his hometown. Politics is his passion, as he has also managed two school board campaigns, worked for the Trump Campaign, and interned for Congressman Anthony D’Esposito at the U.S. Capitol building. Aside from politics, Kieran has been playing ice hockey throughout his life, currently a center for the George Washington Men’s Ice Hockey Team. Now serving as Chairman of the GW College Republicans, he looks forward to advancing the conservative movement on campus.

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EMAIL: KieranLaffey91@gmail.com

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Paul Lieb

Vice Chairman

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Paul is a freshman at the George Washington University and is currently the freshman representative of the GW College Republicans. He is majoring in political science with a minor in journalism. He also enjoys hanging out with his friends in his free time. 

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EMAIL: paul.lieb@gwu.edu

Shubham Patel

Secerety 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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​Shubham Patel is a freshman from Pennsylvania majoring in Political Science. Currently, Shubham is one of two Freshman Representatives of College Republicans. While he is interested in politics as a whole, his favorite topic is foreign policy. In his free time, he loves watching sports and hanging out with friends. â€‹

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EMAIL: shubham.patel@gwu.edu

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Kaesar Grewal

Treasurer

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Kaesar is a sophomore from Vancouver, Canada, majoring in International Affairs and serving as Treasurer of the GW College Republicans. Currently, he interns in the office of Congressman Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), and previously at White Claw. In his free time, he enjoys travelling, lime scooting, and skiing when home.

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EMAIL: Kaesar.Grewal@gwu.edu

CHRISTINA CARRIS

Executive Director

 
 
 
 
 

Christina Carris is a junior majoring in International Business and minoring in Political Science. She is from Lake Forest, IL. Previously, she was Treasurer for GWCRS, and has interned at the NRCC, Majority Whip’s Office, and the Committee of Ways and Means-Tax Subcommittee. Other than politics, she is a sister of Alpha Epsilon Phi, and is in a business fraternity called Alpha Kappa Psi. Currently, she work for the Carris for Congress campaign (yes, her dad is running for congress! Check out his website: carrisforcongress.com as a Special Assistant and Director of Youth Outreach.

 

If you ever have any inquiries or want a statement from GWCRS, feel free to email her at: 

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EMAIL: Christinacarris@gwu.edu

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Russel Keske

Director of Public Relations

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Russell Keske is a fourth-year student at The George Washington University studying political science. He has interned on Capitol Hill for Congressman Darin LaHood and former Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer, and currently works at a small media firm, gaining experience in strategic communications. Passionate about language and culture, Russell is studying French, enjoys visiting museums around Washington, D.C., and is always on the lookout for the city’s best hamburger.​

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EMAIL: Rkeske31@gwu.edu

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John Tober

Director of Political Affairs

 
 
 
 
 

John Tober is a sophomore studying Political Science and serves as the Director of Political Affairs. John is from Bernardsville, New Jersey, and is currently interning for Senator John Kennedy (R-LA). Previously, he interned with Congressman Tom Kean Jr., with previous experience from time in the district office and his reelection campaign. In his free time, he enjoys travelling, the outdoors, camping and going out in DC. 

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EMAIL: John.tober@gwu.edu

Jayden Malouf

Director of Membership

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Jayden Malouf is a sophomore double majoring in Political Science and Business. She is from Boston, MA. Previously, she has Interned for Congresswoman Erin Houchin (R-IN) and the House Republican Conference. Outside of politics, She is a sister in Sigma Kappa, likes playing tennis and being with her friends and family. 

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EMAIL: Jayden.malouf@gwu.edu

Eric Schuster 

Director of Marketing

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Eric Schuster is a Freshman from Columbus, Ohio. At the George Washington University, he is pursuing a double major in Criminal Justice and Political Science. In his spare time, Eric enjoys spending time with his friends, exploring DC, and trying new restaurants. Aside from politics, Eric plays ice hockey for the George Washington Men’s Ice Hockey Team.

 

EMAIL: eric.schuster@gwu.edu

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