Justin Theroux aims for the right kind of success
Justin Theroux has sat on the sidelines long enough.
Thursday, October 11, 2001
Audiences suffer slow death by cinema
Three new releases headed by Iron Monkey disappoint.
Arts: Stop Kiss rejuvenates urban romance
For those of us tired of the average, mind-numbing love story, then the only viable option this weekend is the Department of Theatre and Dance's new play, Stop Kiss, by Diana Son. The play focuses on a complex love story between two women who meet through coincidence, develop a friendship and ultimately fall in love.
Eleanor depicts the early life of favorite first lady
Nearly 40 years after her death, Eleanor Roosevelt remains the most beloved first lady in American history. It was not only her tenure in the White House during the Depression and World War II that made her popular, but her continuing role in world affairs after the death of her husband.
Locked out
During the weekend of the IMF-turned-anti-war protests, the GW guest policy was tightened to keep out visitors. Non-GW students were prohibited from entering all residence halls, and all GW students signed in for visits even in normally unmanned buildings.
DC Diary: A taste of the world within the Beltway
Hatchet writers discover an overlooked gem at the Taste of Bethesda, featuring food, music and dancing.
Staff Editorial: Ditch campus plan
The campus plan does not work. The District government should throw it out. Ostensibly a way for community leaders and University officials to set out plans for future campus development, the campus plan promotes an adversarial system that needlessly involves the government in a dispute between two private parties.
News Brief: SA dishes out free ice cream at Ben and Jerry’s opening
The Student Association paid a $300 tab for students to get free ice cream at the new Ben and Jerry's in the Marvin Center as the store opened Tuesday evening. About 20 students lined up at the new ground floor venue just before employees raised the metal gate with a cheer. SA President Roger Kapoor and Vice President Josh Singer were first in line to sample the 20 flavors, selected as the most popular in the area.
Crime Log
Bomb Threat 10/08 - Medical Faculty Associates Building MFA received a call at 11 a.m. stating that a bomb would go off in 13 minutes. UPD swept building and found nothing. No explosions occurred. Referred to MPD Closed Destruction of Property 10/04 - Academic Center Open
Around Campus
Senior Class Gift Committee to meet at Oktoberfest After two years of barbecues, the Senior Class Gift Committee and the Office of Development are organizing an Oktoberfest for seniors. The event will be held Oct. 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. on the third floor Marvin Center terrace. The festival was formed in order to kick off the senior class gift campaign and has received a great response, said Joe Bondi, Senior Class Gift Committee advisor.
Panel explains tragedy
A first-ever Elliott School town hall meeting among professors Tuesday addressed responses to terrorism and warned against adopting past mistakes of U.S. foreign policy.
GW prepares for Family Weekend
More than 3,000 parents and family members are expected to flock to D.C. for the annual GW Family Weekend, according to University estimations.
Count of GW Sept. 11 victims grows
Seven GW alumni have been identified as victims of the Sept. 11 attacks, according to developing reports from the Office of Alumni Relations.
Kalb Report hosts Rather
CBS Evening News anchor and Managing Editor Dan Rather said America was "asleep" during the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks at a nationally-televised interview with veteran broadcaster Marvin Kalb Tuesday night.
Blue lights ensure safety
Among students, it is no mystery that GW blue lights around campus are often out of order. They report seeing many of University Police's 20 emergency phone stations disconnected and unusable at various times.
BZA reinstates hurdle
In a decision lauded as a victory for residents and defeat for GW, the Board of Zoning Adjustment Tuesday re-instated provisions with added provisions that could hamper future construction projects. The BZA ruled in a unanimous 5-0 decision to reinstate, in large part, previous campus requirements that were temporarily suspended, including a requirement that GW house 70 percent of its undergraduate population in buildings that lie within official campus boundaries.
Sports: Back in the game?
GW gymnast Kacey Coyne went through extensive back surgery following a fall during a vault exercise. As she adjusts to a corrected spine, she contemplates a comeback.
Pre-Madness Run joins team and fans
The GW men's basketball team took a run around the Reflecting Pool Wednesday afternoon, marking the end of preseason training. The first annual "Colonials Run" was three-mile race run by players, coaches and members of the community. Head Coach Karl Hobbs said it was indicative of the team's upcoming game plan.
Midnight Madness welcomes basketball season
Midnight Madness will welcome the basketball season Friday evening with more basketball and less performance, Spirit Affairs Director Nicole Macchione said.
Web Exclusive: Men’s tennis topples Temple
The GW men's tennis team took five of its six singles matches and all three doubles matches in its fall dual match opener, notching a big win over Atlantic 10 rival Temple Friday in Philadelphia.
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Family Weekend: Sites to see
Students looking to entertain their families in town for the weekend can see new exhibits at traditional tourist attractions while taking advantage of a special offer making all Metro trips free Saturday and Sunday. The Smithsonian Institution offers 16 museums varying from include art to aviation to history. All museums are free to the public and open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Family Weekend: Old Town Alexandria
Many parents are familiar with traditional sites around D.C., but not everyone knows about Old Town Alexandria, Va., a historical area with cobblestone streets, old-fashioned shops and a busy waterfront. Old Town Alexandria is a short ride away, and those without a car can reach it by Metro. DASH, a free shuttle service, is offered on the weekends outside of the King Street stop. DASH will take metro passengers into the heart of Old Town and makes several stops along King Street.
Family Weekend: Restaurant reviews of Donatello and Georgetown Station
Donatello offers tasty Italian dishes and a close location on the walk to Georgetown. The cozy Italian ambiance, with candles and flowers decorating the white tablecloths, compliment the patio seating option, if the weather cooperates. The menu is extensive from light options, including a fresh basil and tomatoes appetizer and Greek, house and mozzarella salads, to entrees. The ravioli di aragosta, homemade ravioli with lobster meat served in a light cream and tomato sauce, is worth a try.
International Desk: Protests decry U.S. bombing on Afghanistan
Posted 10:53 a.m. Oct. 13 BERLIN, Germany - Protests and celebrations that broke out shortly after the first American attacks against on Afghanistan showed no sign of ending in Germany's capital, while the only moderate rhetoric continued to come from politicians. About 200 right-wing extremists celebrated in the streets in the central part of the city Sunday night, lighting fires, and forcing police in riot gear to keep bystanders from joining in the melee.
