Washington communications experts Michael Deaver and Howard Paster were appointed to GW's Council on American Politics, an organization housed in the Graduate School of Political Management. As new members of the council, Deaver and Paster will help establish the school's master's program in strategic public relations.
TONIC restaurant opened May 29 after several months of delays but has recorded heavier initial customer traffic than expected, Manager Kenny Bush said. "It's been surprisingly busy. We got off to a much better start than expected," he said of the 21st Street restaurant.
CI 2007 Dates: CI One, June 20-22. CI Two, June 25-27. CI Three, June 29-July 1. CI Four, July 5-7. CI Five, July 9-11.
Colonial Cabinet members film their introduction video for the incoming freshman Class of 2011 outside the 2109 F Street residence hall in mid-June.
Even before incoming students enter the University, they are setting records for GW. The University accepted a record-low 36 percent of those who applied for undergraduate admission, a statistic administrators say highlights the high caliber of this year's incoming class.
Democratic presidential candidates John Edwards, Sen. Hillary Clinton (N.Y.), and Sen. Barack Obama (Ill.) stand with the Rev. Jim Wallis and CNN's Soledad O'Brien at a faith, values, and poverty forum at Lisner Auditorium June 4.
At least once every few weeks, I get an e-mail from an alumnus that goes something like this: Jake, My name is (insert name here). I was a student (sometime in the past eight years). I was wondering if you could remove this article from GWHatchet.com. It has my name in it and (I can't get a job/my company is embarrassed/I just don't want my name associated with doing something that stupid).
As the college careers of members of the Class of 2011 are set to begin in a few months, there are vital issues that will impact their time at GW that have been debated long before they submitted applications to Rice Hall. Another round of dining changes, possible academic restructuring and the beginning of President-elect Steven Knapp's term as University president are all variables that will converge to help define this freshman class's tenure in Foggy Bottom.
Chances are that if you are reading this at CI, you are probably going on maybe four hours of sleep, so I won't take it personally if you don't make it past the third paragraph. After all, there is only so much "Go GW!" spirit that any individual can take in 48 hours before they are ready to pass out from sheer exhaustion.
The Class of 2011 is coming to GW at a historic moment. And the sooner the freshman class takes that to heart and appreciates the significance of such timing, the better. The potential for significant change to this University is on the horizon, and as the first group of Colonials under a new president, you are in a unique position.
How to... find an internship, change your housing assignment, declare (and switch) your major, get involved with Greek life, get involved with the Student Association, find a quiet place to study, get the classes you really want, start a student group, join a club sports team.
Aspiring politicians at GW have big shoes to fill once they become alumni of the University. Former Secretary of State Colin Powell, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, former First Lady Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis and 14 current members of Congress are among those who have graduated from GW and call Foggy Bottom their old stomping ground.
Steven Knapp does not assume GW's presidency until Aug. 1, but the former John Hopkins administratior is staying out of the limelight until then. He will not address freshmen at the Colonial Inauguration and instead, University President Stephen Joel Trachtenberg will give the presidential greeting to freshmen and their families.
Like every school and organization, GW has plenty of slang terms and phrases that make little sense outside of Foggy Bottom. Let this companion to Webster's English dictionary serve as your guide to avigating the bizarre world of Thrustin', The Vern and much more.
Foley Page scandal comes to GW campus, Freshman ships marijuana through GW Package Services, Alito judges moot court competition, Keynote Speech Controversy, Four-by-Four Plan decision postponed by faculty
Student X spends most of their time during the first few weeks of September goofing off and partying every weekend. By November they have their first chemistry test, a 10-page English paper due, no cash, have used half their GWorld debit dollars getting late night nachos at 7-11 and to top it off, cannot stand their roommate.
Emily Karrs always wanted to give advice to the freshman class, but she wanted an outlet where she didn't have to be a disciplinarian as well. When GW Housing Programs created the house proctor program, she knew it was right for her. Last school year Karrs spent her senior year living on the ninth floor of Thurston, a place she never thought she'd ever see.
Sophomore Vanessa White used to work off-campus to help pay for her tuition. She had to take the Metro to and from her job, pay for transportation and worry about walking home late at night. With her on-campus job at Ticketmaster she does not have to worry about extra costs or safety.
Freshman year is about taking risks and getting involved. The following four sophomores had freshman experiences that went above and beyond what they expected. The intriguing sophomores reminisce about their pasts, passions and the part-time jobs they had last year.
On sultry summer nights in the District, we are all tempted to relax and get in touch with our romantic sides. On a college campus on these tempting evenings, students need to balance work, sometimes classes, and their personal life, which could culminate in catching mononucleosis for a month, whether it is with a significant other or an intoxicated acquaintance.
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina When I got off the plane there was no one to greet me. I wasn't expecting anyone. It was just like I had planned in fact. It's not everyday that I picked up my life and moved across the globe to an unknown land. If anything it was kind of the point.
Going off to college, especially if it's GW, can leave students with little cash left to start the year. Luckily, turning a bleak dorm room into a cozy home away from home (or a sweet place to party) does not have to break the bank. Just a few key items, and a little creativity are all you need to make a total transformation, said interior design professor Sheryl Sodaro-Spomer.
Senior Dana Kathrins came to GW without a declared major. The introductory courses in speech and hearing science, sparked her interest and after a dean's seminar in the subject and a sign language course, Kathrins was hooked. Choosing a major can be one of the most stressful experiences of a college student's academic career.
New town, new people, new places, new rules. You've made it to Colonial Inauguration and now there's nothing more valuable than choosing the perfect venue to kick-start your college careers, friendships, and relationships. No ID? No problem. Grab that strange new roommate or friend and check out our picks for the G-Dubber's local scene.
9:30 Club 815 V St., NW www.930.com When the Foo Fighters came to D.C. last year, could they have played the Verizon Center in front of ten thousand screaming fans? Sure they could have, but instead, they opted to play at the 9:30 Club, D.C.'s most established rock venue.
Whether you're an experienced artist, actor or musician or just starting out and need to fulfill that creative GCR (general curriculum requirement), there's an arts class for you at GW. Best Fine Arts Classes Photography: Whether you've dabbled in photography before or have no clue how to point a camera, you should check out the photography classes offered at GW.
The Hatchet publishes a crime log from the University Police Department each Thursday in the newspaper's metro section. Below is the best of the log from the last academic year. Disorderly Conduct 2/11/07 - Thurston Hall - 2:58 a.m. - case closed A University Police Department officer requested to see a student's GWorld card in Thurston Hall.
It is not uncommon for incoming freshmen to drink during their first nights as college students in Foggy Bottom, but many students do not seem clear on the consequences of their actions at Colonial Inauguration. Technically, the penalties for drinking at CI and during the academic year are the same, but the University can, and has in the past, expelled CI participants on the spot.
On-campus residence life is often crucial in defining a student's college experience. As you prepare to move in to your freshman year residence hall, be aware of aspects such as a building's location, social atmosphere, proximity to food and the importance of having a private bathroom when packing for the journey ahead.
Known to many as "Feather Phill," Phillip Grosser, 22, had a distinct presence on campus, both spiritually and visually. Many of Grosser's close friends remember him as someone passionate about celebrating and sharing his Christian faith. But even those who did not know Grosser personally could identify him by the feather-adorned hat, a graduation gift, he wore daily.
Colonial Central, a space that is being branded as a one-stop location for student services, will open in August. The space, which is an empty room that formerly housed the District Market, was previewed for University employees and media June 14. The center aims to alleviate the University bureaucracy by co-locating offices and integrating the jobs of different parts of student services, said Lou Katz, executive vice president and treasurer.
Although basketball is undeniably the most popular sport at GW, there are a myriad of other sporting events going on around Foggy Bottom and Mount Vernon throughout the year. Fall Soccer The Mount Vernon Athletic Complex, which is located on Foxhall Road and can be accessed by a short shuttle ride, is home to five sports, including men's and women's soccer.
The first time Jennifer Bodine rode a bike, it got the best of her and she broke her 5-year-old leg. Decades later, the GW first-year graduate student is showing the bike who is boss. In May, Bodine won a major race at the USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships in Lawrence, Kan.
Hobbs to coach, Adair and Hollis invited to U-19 tryouts GW head men's basketball coach Karl Hobbs will serve as an assistant coach on this summer's U-19 USA Men's Basketball team, which will participate in 2007 FIBA U19 World Championships, held July 12-22 in Novi Sad, Serbia.
Recent graduate Michael Parker was selected in the 24th round and 753rd overall by the New York Mets on the second day of the Major League Baseball draft June 8. Parker was an Atlantic-10 First Team All-Conference selection after batting .373 with 60 RBIs and 10 home runs in the 2007 season.
Eddie Bieber, whose shirtless appearance outside The Schenley residence hall earned him the nickname 'Old Man Schenley', died May 31 at GW Hospital. He was 96. Bieber spent nearly one month in the hospital due to complications from a hip injury before his death.
Anna Orthwein, who friends described as beautiful and intensely outgoing, died June 4 at Shady Grove Hospital due to a ruptured brain aneurysm. She was 19 years old. A native of Gaithersburg, Md., she transferred to GW from the University of San Francisco at the end of her freshman year.
The University Writing Program faculty responded last month to concerns about consistency among its introductory course curricula and subject matter by creating a committee to review each section's syllabus and assignments. "The faculty serving on this committee will be able to mentor faculty from across the program to continue to develop even stronger and better syllabi and assignments," wrote Carol Hayes, director of First-Year Writing, in an e-mail to The Hatchet.
Drastic changes to the Colonial Cash system that require students to spend predetermined amounts at GW eateries will allow the University to finance sweeping changes to J Street.
University officials said this spring that drug distribution violations rose during this past academic year. The Hatchet continues its two-part series into how drugs are handled on campus.
A self-study by Student and Academic Support Services showed that more than half of the department's employees consider resigning each month and more than a quarter consider quitting each week.
Visit the GW Hatchet online for our exclusive Guide to Colonial Inauguration. The year in review, our GW dictionary, how to GW (find an internship, get the classes you really want...), the Hatchet's guide to art classes, decorating your dorm room, the dangers of drinking at CI, a guide to frosh residence halls, changes at J Street, and more.
Posted Saturday, June 23, 6:30 p.m. A burning trashcan outside International House prompted the evacuation of residents late Saturday afternoon.
Posted Monday, July 2, 6:30 p.m. LONDON - Thursday was a day of celebration. My classmates and I had just completed our finals for the Boston University summer program and were ready to go out and rejoice in our new-found freedom.
Updated Wednesday, July 11, 11:56 p.m. Incoming University President Steven Knapp will live in Alumni House following a restoration of the 158 year-old building, according to a University press release.
Updated Friday, July 12, 12:52 p.m. GW's Director of Athletics Jack Kvancz would like to get one thing straight with fans of the school's men's basketball team: he, too, would like to see good teams come play at Smith Center.
Posted Tuesday, July 17, 2:35 p.m. The Smashing Pumpkins have returned to the spotlight in an attempt to appease their adoring fans by releasing a new album and going on tour. The Pumpkins played last Tuesday at the 9:30 Club, a "secret" show that was announced only to those on the venue's online mailing list.
Posted Sunday, July 29, 2:30 p.m. Last year's Student Association President Lamar Thorpe and current SA Finance Chair Richard Fowler allegedly sexually abused a female sophomore, according to a witness' account and a University Police report obtained by The Hatchet.
Posted Sunday, July 29, 2:30 p.m. Surgeons at GW Hospital successfully replaced the battery and generator in Vice President Dick Cheney's implanted defibrillator, a device used to monitor his heart rhythms, said Megan McGinn, the vice president's deputy press secretary.
Posted Sunday, August 12, 11:00 p.m. University President Steven Knapp has been on the job for less than two weeks but this small number has little bearing on his lofty aspirations for GW.
Posted Thursday, August 16, 11:45 a.m. After more than two decades as a university administrator, Stephen Joel Trachtenberg is joining the private sector to help other institutions find qualified presidents, administrators and professors. GW's former president accepted a job last week as a top executive at Korn/Ferry International, one of the nation's largest headhunting firms.
Posted Friday, August 17, 12:59 a.m. U.S. News and World Report ranked GW 54th in its annual listing of the nation's top 100 undergraduate programs, a rank on par with the University's decade-long, near-50 showing on the list.
Posted Friday, August 17, 12:59 a.m. Student Judicial Services found last year's Student Association President Lamar Thorpe guilty of disorderly conduct for "lewd and indecent behavior," and not guilty of sexual harassment and alcohol charges, according to SJS documents given to The Hatchet.
Posted Monday, August 20, 4:33 p.m. Three Safeway grocery stores in Northwest D.C. will accept Colonial Cash within the next two weeks, University officials said Monday. One of the locations is in the Watergate complex, and two are in Georgetown - one nearby the Mount Vernon campus on McArthur Boulevard.
Posted Thursday, August 23, 2:43 p.m. Grammy-award winning band OK Go will perform at Fall Fest on Sept. 8 in University Yard. The outdoor concert will also feature singer-songwriter Derek James and student band Bottles/Cans, which consists of GW undergraduates Kevin Eskowitz, Zach Pentel and Brendan Polmer.
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