--- title: 45 Years of Monumental Impact | The Washington Center description: Join The Washington Center in celebrating our 45th Anniversary and the more than 60,000 young people whose lives have been transformed because of our mission. image: https://info.twc.edu/hubfs/45-logo-vertical.png --- [![the-washington-center-45th-anniversary-logo](https://info.twc.edu/hubfs/TWC45/the-washington-center-45th-anniversary-logo.svg)](http://twc.edu/) - [Find a Program](https://twc.edu/find-program) - [Apply](https://portal.e.twc.edu/) - [Resources](https://resources.twc.edu) - [Donate](https://twc.edu/about/support-twc) - [Search](https://twc.edu/search) - [Find a Program](https://twc.edu/find-program) - [All Programs](https://twc.edu/find-program) - [Academic Internship Program](https://twc.edu/programs/academic-internship-program) - [Funded Federal Diversity Internships](https://twc.edu/programs/federal) - [Seminars](https://twc.edu/find-program/seminars) - [Programs for Non-US Students](https://twc.edu/find-program/programs-non-us-students) - [Parents](https://twc.edu/find-program/parents) - [Resources](https://resources.twc.edu/) - [View Resources](https://resources.twc.edu/) - [Partners](https://twc.edu/partners) - [Partners Overview](https://twc.edu/partners) - [Colleges & Universities](https://twc.edu/partners/colleges-universities) - [Corporations & Foundations](https://twc.edu/partners/corporations-foundations) - [US State Governments](https://twc.edu/partners/us-state-governments) - [Federal Agencies](https://twc.edu/partners/federal-agencies) - [International Partners](https://twc.edu/partners/international-partners) - [Intern Hosts](https://twc.edu/intern-hosts) - [Intern Hosts Overview](https://twc.edu/intern-hosts) - [Host an Intern](https://twc.edu/intern-hosts/host-intern) - [Host Resources](https://twc.edu/intern-hosts/host-resources) - [Alumni](https://twc.edu/alumni) - [Alumni Overview](https://twc.edu/alumni) - [Programs for Alumni](https://twc.edu/alumni/programs-alumni) - [Get Involved](https://twc.edu/alumni/get-involved) - [About](https://twc.edu/about) - [About Us](https://twc.edu/about) - [History](https://twc.edu/about/history) - [Leadership](https://twc.edu/about/leadership) - [News](https://twc.edu/about/news) - [Support TWC](https://twc.edu/about/support-twc) - [Celebrating 45 Years](https://info.twc.edu/45) - [Search](https://twc.edu/search) - [FAQs](https://twc.edu/faqs) - [Careers](https://twc.edu/about/careers-washington-center) - [Application](https://portal.e.twc.edu/) - [COVID-19 Updates](https://twc.edu/covid-19) - [Contact Us](https://twc.edu/contact-us) - [TWC's 45th Anniversary](https://info.twc.edu/45) ![45-logo-vertical](https://info.twc.edu/hubfs/45-logo-vertical.png "45-logo-vertical") ### The Washington Center: 1975 - 2020 ## Celebrating 45 Years of Monumental Impact We invite you to join us in celebrating our 45th Anniversary, and the more than 60,000 young people and partners who’ve helped us further our mission of providing dynamic, experiential learning opportunities. [![Read More](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/9329cd01-425b-4a11-ae81-c4abeb3a953d.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/9329cd01-425b-4a11-ae81-c4abeb3a953d) ## A Monumental Journey ### From 1975 to here The year was 1975. A sense of cultural and political upheaval pervaded the country.  Yet, for William (Bill) M. Burke, possibility, promise and optimism remained abundant, and dwelled in the next generation of college students.  Amongst the Washington, D.C. landscape, Bill perceived the opportunity to help college students enhance their traditional academic experience, and Bill and colleague Sheila A. McRevey founded The Washington Center to provide access to these opportunities for students of all backgrounds. [![Read More](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/8fc4a327-1854-4bfc-beb2-b9c43a881af0.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/8fc4a327-1854-4bfc-beb2-b9c43a881af0) ![bill-burke-the-washington-center](https://info.twc.edu/hubfs/bill-burke-the-washington-center.png "bill-burke-the-washington-center") [![play-access-video](https://info.twc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/play-access-video.jpg?width=1200&height=690&name=play-access-video.jpg)](https://youtu.be/njJEeED6mvI) ## Monumental Impact ### Help us provide experiences that allow potential to be realized Nearly 85% of TWC participants receive some form of financial assistance to participate in our programs. Your support will continue to make it possible for us to provide world-class experiential learning opportunities for students of all backgrounds. [![MAKE A DONATION](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/a7e6e133-8793-466c-9c63-661e70afd84b.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/a7e6e133-8793-466c-9c63-661e70afd84b) ## Monumental Stories ### What is your TWC Story? Over the last 45 years, with the support of colleges and universities, employers, state legislatures, U.S. and international governments, corporations and foundations, staff, board members and our own alumni, we've helped more than 60,000 young people translate their college majors into successful career paths. Share #MyTWCStory by [filling out a short form](https://thewashingtoncenter.typeform.com/to/PfXCFx?source=anniversary-webpage) and you’ll be featured on our social media channels. [![Share Your Story](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/99c2cd9d-c4ab-442f-b588-30daee7d47b7.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/99c2cd9d-c4ab-442f-b588-30daee7d47b7) ## Kathleen Regan-Mills "I like making a difference in people's lives. I'm able to help students see their potential." [![Watch Video](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/bca66076-cce9-4b82-946b-b825ac3df1a5.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/bca66076-cce9-4b82-946b-b825ac3df1a5) ## Kathleen Regan-Mills "I like making a difference in people's lives. I'm able to help students see their potential." [![Watch Video](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/bca66076-cce9-4b82-946b-b825ac3df1a5.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/bca66076-cce9-4b82-946b-b825ac3df1a5) ## Lindsey Williams, '04 Lindsey's TWC experience kicked off a career that led to the Pennsylvania General Assembly. [![Read More](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/1a703a7d-46ec-431e-b654-fbfbaf385b93.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/1a703a7d-46ec-431e-b654-fbfbaf385b93) ## Lindsey Williams, '04 Lindsey's TWC experience kicked off a career that led to the Pennsylvania General Assembly. [![Read More](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/1a703a7d-46ec-431e-b654-fbfbaf385b93.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/1a703a7d-46ec-431e-b654-fbfbaf385b93) ## Tevin Ali, '16 "I can be a somebody despite my background and despite being a first generation college student." [![Watch Video](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/f5f467c5-38bb-4086-a13f-a3de34b54a1b.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/f5f467c5-38bb-4086-a13f-a3de34b54a1b) ## Tevin Ali, '16 "I can be a somebody despite my background and despite being a first generation college student." [![Watch Video](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/f5f467c5-38bb-4086-a13f-a3de34b54a1b.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/f5f467c5-38bb-4086-a13f-a3de34b54a1b) ## Barrett Holmes Pitner, '03 "An internship, if you do a good job, those three months can put you on a trajectory that will help you over 10, 20 years." [![Read More](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/c2e2a8d2-4088-466b-86c8-dea4296498a3.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/c2e2a8d2-4088-466b-86c8-dea4296498a3) ## Barrett Holmes Pitner, '03 "An internship, if you do a good job, those three months can put you on a trajectory that will help you over 10, 20 years." [![Read More](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/c2e2a8d2-4088-466b-86c8-dea4296498a3.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/c2e2a8d2-4088-466b-86c8-dea4296498a3) ## Kevin Jones, '11 "DOT and TWC's partnership, and their commitment to diversity, truly is one that's changing the world." [![Watch Video](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/bb0b7ef7-0102-4753-ad0c-4fbfbbce19f4.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/bb0b7ef7-0102-4753-ad0c-4fbfbbce19f4) ## Kevin Jones, '11 "DOT and TWC's partnership, and their commitment to diversity, truly is one that's changing the world." [![Watch Video](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/bb0b7ef7-0102-4753-ad0c-4fbfbbce19f4.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/bb0b7ef7-0102-4753-ad0c-4fbfbbce19f4) [![kabriya-baldwin-the-washington-center](https://info.twc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/kabriya-baldwin-the-washington-center.jpg?width=1000&height=575&name=kabriya-baldwin-the-washington-center.jpg)](https://youtu.be/fpcEjFxssnI) ### Monumental Discoveries KaBriya Baldwin came to TWC from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock not knowing what type of career she wanted to pursue. Her experience working with victims of discrimination at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission helped her discover her passion for helping people.  [![Watch Video](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/371493e9-90da-4203-ab41-140e0aadbcb7.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/371493e9-90da-4203-ab41-140e0aadbcb7) [![gregory-harpe-alumni-spotlight](https://info.twc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/gregory-harpe-alumni-spotlight.jpg?width=1000&height=575&name=gregory-harpe-alumni-spotlight.jpg)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVzvM7emi2k) ### Monumental Experiences Gregory Harpe came to TWC from the Monmouth University to push himself out of his comfort zone. An internship with Clark Construction Group helped him gain experience in environmental policy, and helped him make the transition from the school world to the work world. [![Watch Video](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/d99dcfcf-e4d5-4363-a4cf-739e52903186.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/d99dcfcf-e4d5-4363-a4cf-739e52903186) [![brittney-welch-alumni-spotlight](https://info.twc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/brittney-welch-alumni-spotlight.jpg?width=1000&height=575&name=brittney-welch-alumni-spotlight.jpg)](https://youtu.be/tJFKcWR9VsY) ### Monumental Access For Stockton student Brittney Welch, TWC presented immersive access to politics and political reporting far beyond the classroom. Her experience at the 2016 Democratic National Convention and an internship at Voice of America solidified her passion for political journalism. [![Watch Video](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/4ed1eb89-5658-4691-aa2f-ed9b44b6e66c.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/4ed1eb89-5658-4691-aa2f-ed9b44b6e66c) ## 45th Anniversary Commemorative & 2019 Annual Report We are proud to present the interactive 45th Anniversary Commemorative & 2019 Annual Report that brings our history, impact, and testimonies to life. [![View Report](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/dfc34490-671b-4f6a-9700-4506b38d8474.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/dfc34490-671b-4f6a-9700-4506b38d8474) [![save-the-date-twc-45-1](https://info.twc.edu/hubfs/TWC45/save-the-date-twc-45-1.png "save-the-date-twc-45-1")](https://publications.twc.edu/2019-annual-report/) ## 45th Anniversary Fund While we made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s in-person Anniversary celebration event, our students still need your support! In honor of your own monumental experience with TWC, we invite you to celebrate The Washington Center’s 45th Anniversary by joining our community of supporters that have contributed to our special 45th Anniversary Fund.  [![Learn More](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4428570/cded8784-9b89-4eb1-bbbb-9327335d1b44.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4428570/cded8784-9b89-4eb1-bbbb-9327335d1b44) ### Monumental Career Journeys Started Here ## TWC Through the Years Thanks to our Alumni community for submitting these photos! 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