College Media Network

Monday, September 17, 2007

University criticizes Tonic request for liquor license

by Eric Roper

The university said they support the restaurant serving liquor but not under the terms proposed in the current application.

D.C. vote slated for U.S. Senate

by Sarah Scire

A bill to give the District a voting representative in Congress is scheduled to reach the Senate floor this week.

Thefts highlight dorm security

by Marissa Bialecki

On any given night, getting into a residence hall on campus is as easy as muttering "open sesame" at the doors.

Journalism in an age of Wikipedia

by Molly Curtis

As media conglomerates become more powerful and national newspapers continue to suffer, many amateur reporters are taking journalism into their own hands - online.

Snapshot: Sorority swings

GW Brief: Congress increases maximum Pell Grants

by Kara Wright

Congress took an important step toward making college tuition more affordable for students in need of financial aid earlier this month.

GW Brief: GW alumnus, former Va. governor runs for Senate

by Nathan Grossman

GW alumnus and former Virginia governor Mark Warner announced his plans Thursday to run for a seat in the United States Senate.

Campus Calendar

Corrections

Students aim to form club that promotes gun ownership

by Ursula Jonsson
Hatchet Reporter

Andrew Breza and Ken Stauff share an interest in Second Amendment rights and range shooting.

Many back offices move to Loudoun, Va. campus

by Jennifer Easton

Some GW administrative offices are gradually moving their headquarters from the Foggy Bottom campus to the Virginia Campus in Loudoun County.

Fee to replace GWorld cards debated

by Elise Kigner

When Katie Ross replaced her stolen social security card, her fee was waved. GW didn't extend the same courtesy in replacing her GWorld card.

Staff Editorial: D.C. Residents deserve representation on the national scene

This week the U.S. Senate will have the opportunity to grant D.C. something it desperately needs: a vote in Congress.

Staff Editorial: Tonic liquor license should be a reality, rather compromise

The controversial debate surrounding new campus eatery Tonic has taken on a second wind as neighbors continue to raise concerns.

David Ceasar: GW more than just a location

by David Ceasar

President Knapp must make academics a priority.

Greek letter leaders: Are you ready to begin “Living the Ritual?”

by Chris DiBitetto, Emily Metz and Mei Kei Loo

For those of you who are freshmen, know that there has been no better time to join the Greek community.

Letters to the Editor

Campus Security: Defense class created in response to Va. Tech

by Eric Roper

Five months after America's deadliest school shooting, GW is training staff and faculty on methods they can use to diffuse volatile situations before they become fatal.

Student paper printed in policy journal

by Karelia Pallan

Sophomore Zach Hindin is the first GW member of the student think tank Roosevelt Institution to publish his work in the institution's national policy journal.

Popcorn fumes linked to disease

by Michael Moffett
Hatchet Reporter

Fumes from a fresh bag of microwavable popcorn may be harmful to inhale, according to a study led by a GW professor.

SA Note: Capp vetoes GW F.E.E.D. legislation passed unconventionally last week

by Andrew Ramonas

SA President Nicole Capp vetoed a bill slated to provide $6,000 worth of promotional supplies for the GW F.E.E.D. homelessness initiative.

Blasting off on space policy

by Quentin Cantu
Hatchet Reporter

GW's Space Policy Institute is regularly consulted by the media for opinions and analysis on issues regarding space policy.

Anger over war hits Capitol Hill

by Andrew H. Gross
Hatchet Reporter

A protest aimed at curbing war in the Middle East was fervent Saturday but only about 189 people were arrested on Capitol Hill, according to media reports.

Kayaking on the Potomac

by Katie Buckland
Hatchet Reporter

As the wind whipped the current along the Potomac River, about 20 GW students grabbed paddles and headed for the docks Saturday.

Collegiate engagement: GW students buck marriage trend

by Laura Levine
Hatchet Staff Writer

It didn't take long for senior Gina Sebok to decide she was ready to get married. In fact, it only took her three dates.

Larger-than-life Foggy Bottom barbers tell all

by Chloe Shields
Hatchet Staff Writer

While balancing a heavy course load, juggling an internship and staying in touch with friends, GW students are often missing a good haircut.

Professor laughs it up as lobbyist for America’s Funniest Home Videos

by Andrew Fishman
Hatchet Reporter

Professor Peter Loge does not have a typical day job: lobbying for America's Funniest Home Videos.

Weekly Checkup: Foot fungus

by Laura Treanor

Communal bathrooms are prime breeding grounds for foot fungus, wart-causing viruses and other bacteria.

GW Expat: An international red tape experience

by Clayton M. McCleskey
GW Expat

BERLIN - I would like to start off by making a confession - the thing I miss the most about GW is the bureaucracy.

Volleyball: Colonials win two out of three as hosts of GW Invitational

by Dan Greene

For the GW volleyball team, warming up for the GW Invitational last weekend took a little bit longer than expected.

Water polo stays afloat despite short, shallow pool

by Adam S. Sieff
Hatchet Reporter

GW's water polo team beat 17th-ranked Santa Clara last week in the 1700-seat DeNunzio pool at the Princeton Invitational - a far cry from Smith Center's substandard pool.

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