College Media Network

Thursday, August 30, 2007

An escape from the concrete jungle

by Andrew Alberg

A few hours before the sun set on the field, Dan Hodgson hit a soaring home run over the left field fence and began to round the bases. After tapping the first base bag, Hodgson made the turn to second base, but soon exited the base path headed toward the center field fence.

Scheduling a source of frustration for Kvancz, fans

by Andrew Alberg

Director of Athletics Jack Kvancz would like to get one thing straight with fans of the school's men's basketball team.

Sports Calendar, Scoreboard

Varsity Roundup

Volleyball, Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer, Lacrosse

From Pumpkins to Police, V-Fest to H Street

by Brendan Polmer

Despite the sickening extra charges added to any Ticketmaster show, there's no better feeling in the world than spending your hard-earned summer cash on a concert ticket to support one of your favorite bands.

This month in live music

by Jake DiGregorio

If you told yourself this summer that you wanted to experience the "real D.C.," the Godfather of Go-Go music, Chuck Brown, is going to give you an opportunity.

What’s On TV

by Jason Goldstein

If you have been taking a breather from TV this summer and are ready for more than just a weekly "Entourage" fix, get fired up, because it is time to sit back, relax, and see what's on.

$5 – $10 – $20: An entertainment guide for the cash-strapped college student

If you have $5, use it to take the Metro to Gallery Place/Chinatown to see Harry Benson's photography exhibit at the National Portrait Gallery.

Bar Belle: D.C. Hashing

Chances are if you looked at the title of this article and read on, you enjoy the pursuit of fun just like your new Bar Belle. Mine just so happens to be mostly alcohol induced.

What’s on our iPod: Talib Kweli – Ear Drum

On his third major release, Brooklyn, N.Y., native Talib Kweli has reached a new plateau of beautiful hip-hop.

Gay chorus finds home in Gelman

by Prerna Rao

Nearly 20 years ago, the Gay Men's Chorus of Washington had trouble finding venues that would book their performances. They were even prohibited from performing at Lisner Auditorium. Now Lisner is one of the most frequent venues for the chorus and this August Gelman Library began archiving the chorus' historic and culturally significant materials.

Storm clears but GW volunteers don’t

by Brittany Levine
Features Editor

Seven blocks that span along Chef Menteur Highway make up a community that looks as if someone swooped up a village in Northern Vietnam and then planted in New Orleans.

Under the covers: “Vibrating your way to liberation”

Navigating GW's sex sceneWe've got a secret surprise hiding under our covers this year.

What’s the deal with… … Metro changes?

by Megan Marinos

Some believe it resembles the Bat Cave, while others just find it to be remarkably clean and efficient.

No jitters for these freshmen

by Leah Carliner

Freshman Serena Wong knows exactly which professor she'll take for biology, and not because of RateMyProfessor.com.

Staff Editorial: SA successes must not stop after achievements

Even as the school year is just beginning, the Student Association can already claim success in accomplishing major initiatives promised by President Nicole Capp and Executive Vice President Brand Kroeger.

Brendan Polmer: Can you believe it?

by Brendan Polmer
Hatchet Columnist

Holy crap, I'm a senior. Seems like just yesterday I was trying to get into The Exchange with a fake I.D., dancing with some cutie to 50 Cent's "In Da Club" while holding a pitcher of Bud Light in my left, paper-braceleted hand.

Diana Kugel: Welcome back to a new GW

by Diana Kugel

This year, much more than the leaves are changing around Foggy Bottom.

Letters to the Editor

Be mindful of being good neighbors Dear Students, One of the great benefits of attending The George Washington University is its location in the Foggy Bottom/West End and Foxhall communities. We enjoy numerous cultural activities as well as excellent shopping, restaurants and entertainment opportunities.

GW Brief: Monroe Hall reopens after year-long renovations

by Nathan Grossman

After more than one year of renovations, Monroe Hall is open for business.

SA Note: GW Reads returns to dorms and academic buildings

by Andrew Springer

Because of efforts made by the Student Association, free newspapers will again be available the start of the fall semester.

Campus Calendar

Snapshot: Rolling In

Sophomores Mike Briscoe and Will Doar pick up a package falling off a cart the two used while moving into their new dorm early.

Going green before his time

by David Ceasar

SPARKS, Md. - Offering his lunch guests a touch of cool watermelon on warm Saturday afternoon, Steven Knapp instructs his eating companions to be careful what they throw away.

U.S. News: GW leads in financial aid

by Eric Roper

GW remains a leader in the financial aid section of the U.S. News & World Report's list of top colleges - a statistic administrators seem hesitant to promote.

Students warned about piracy online

by Ashley Roberts

This spring GW issued cease and desist letters to 19 students for the alleged illegal downloading in response to efforts of the RIAA and other companies to enforce copyright laws.

Area Safeways to accept GWorld

by Eric Roper

Three Safeway grocery stores in Northwest D.C. will accept Colonial Cash beginning this semester - the first grocery option on GWorld in more than a year.

Drivers under 21 can now Zip

by Andrew Ramonas

Zipcar is no longer only for GW's upperclassmen.

SJS charges students for CI drinking

by Hadas Gold

Two incoming freshmen were found to have engaged in separate cases of underage drinking at CI this summer and at least one was spared expulsion by GW.

Report: Thorpe found guilty of disorderly conduct

by David Ceasar

SJS found last year's SA President Lamar Thorpe guilty of disorderly conduct for "lewd and indecent behavior," according to SJS documents given to The Hatchet.

Trachtenberg accepts headhunting job

by Eric Roper

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 earlier this month as a top executive at Korn/Ferry International, one of the nation's largest headhunting firms.

Grammy winner OK Go will headline Fall Fest

by Nathan Grossman

Grammy-award winning band OK Go will perform at Fall Fest on Sept. 8 in University Yard.

Army ROTC: Strong at GW

by Jennifer Easton

GW alumnus Audrey Quinby has had a tough time in Iraq. But when asked what her most intense experience has been, she can't single anything out.

University hires two new Alumni Relations officials

by Amanda Dick

GW took its first step toward achieving University President Steven Knapp's goal of increasing alumni relations by welcoming two new administrators.

GW ranked 54th by U.S. News & World Report

by Andrew Ramonas

U.S. News & World Report ranked GW 54th in its annual listing of the nation's top 100 undergraduate programs.

College Democrats place second in national contest

by Amanda Dick

The College Democrats took second place in a national chapter of the year contest earlier this summer.

Student promotes local activism

by Marissa Bialecki

While most GW students might watch CNN or peruse a copy of The Washington Post to get their fill of pressing social issues, junior James Jones does more. Jones, the spokesperson for the Philadelphia-based Youth Action, handles the group's public relations and tries to encourage young African-Americans to be more politically aware.

Rabid bat found in Funger

by Eric Roper

Web UpdateSaturday, Sept. 1 11:39 a.m.University Police Department officers found a rabid juvenile bat this week in Funger Hall.