The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is proud to honor Shaza Andersen, BA Area Studies '89, with the 2022 Alumni Service Award to Industry.
Andersen founded and served as chief executive officer of WashingtonFirst Bank. Her leadership grew the bank from a single De Novo branch to over $2 billion in assets. Andersen is currently the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Trustar Bank.
Read more about Andersen on her Community and Catalyst award page.
Congratulations Shaza Andersen!
The distinguished alumni awards are given each fall at the college's signature event, Community and Catalysts: Achievements, Awards and Innovations, a celebration of alumni, faculty, and students whose leadership, research, and service have made outstanding contributions to their fields, communities, and to the university. Learn more about our 2022 award recipients.