Staff Editorial: CCAS must examine policies and be open to change
The new dean should not be afraid of soliciting student opinions.
Monday, September 24, 2007
Staff Editorial: Columbia’s invitation to Iranian president should stand
True debate centers on the role of a university in providing a forum for discussion of all ideas.
Juliette Dallas-Feeney: Facing the faults of Facebook
Maintain real relationships, not just on Facebook.
Emily Enberg: “Would you like fries with that?”
Is the service really that bad or are people just forgetting their manners?
Snapshot: Honest Abe
Washington Nationals fans surround the team's mascot and cheer for the players at the team's last game at RFK Stadium Sunday. The Nats beat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-3.
SA Note: Fowler resigns from SA Senate, cites personal reasons
Student Association Sen. Richard Fowler (U-At Large) resigned on Friday citing personal reasons.
GW Brief: EMeRG still waiting for District’s approval of ability to use ambulance
More than one year after GW purchased an ambulance, EMeRG is still waiting for governmental approval to use it on campus.
Men’s soccer: Men score first, then stumble
For the GW men's soccer team, the 2-1 loss Saturday was the kind of start the Colonials wanted, but not the finish.
Women’s soccer wins after layoff
Junior Keara Mehlert ended the game in the 103rd minute when she scored past the outstretched Buffalo goalkeeper's hands.
Ross Romano: Nats move from halfway house to home
Less than seven months from now, the Washington Nationals will officially become a member of the city's family.
Softball loses twice to begin preseason
Two local teams had the GW softball team's number Saturday afternoon at the Mount Vernon Athletic Complex.
Shaken not stirred
The person behind the bar may very well be in your 8 a.m. calculus class.
Alumnus awarded scholarship to study in Africa
The second time is always a charm, or at least it was for GW graduate Donald Goodson.
Weekly Checkup: Toxic Shock Syndrome
Tampons aren't the only perpetrators of toxic shock syndrome.
Under the covers: “Dress for success”
We've got a secret surprise hiding under our covers this year.
Fresh produce on campus keeps students healthy
It's easy to fall prey to junk food on campus, especially when healthy, fresh food options are hard to find.
GW Expat: Junior gets a taste of the multilingual lifestyle
This had to have been the most awkward experience in my life.
Selling sex, door-to-door
There are no pillow fights or popcorn kettles at these slumber parties, but one rule still remains: no boys allowed.
Senior fellow asked to leave
GW suspended a senior fellow in its Department of Homeland Security Institute this month following allegations that he fabricated a doctorate degree and interviews with prominent politicians.
From the SA to Capitol Hill
Running for Congress is a daunting task, but GW alumnus and former Student Association president John Morris said he mastered one part of the job nearly 20 years ago.
Students rally in support of Jena six
Students clad in black clothing rallied Thursday to protest the treatment of six black youths imprisoned for a schoolyard beating in Louisiana and instances of racial inequality on GW's campus.
An Era Ends: Nationals’ last at R.F.K.
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Antonio Alfonseca throws a pitch during the Washington Nationals' last game in Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Sunday.
New F Street residence hall to cost $75 million
An upperclassman residence hall slated for construction in October will be the most expensive residence hall ever constructed by the University.
GW pushes expansion of its graduate programs
Enrollment in graduate programs at GW, especially those targeted towards working adults and courses available for completion online, has jumped in recent years.
Green organizations vie for grant
Groups like Green GW have a vast new resource - money from the Socially Responsible Initiatives commission.
Congress increases Pell Grant aid
Some of the school's neediest students may soon receive more financial aid from the federal government.
Latino culture celebrated
Felipe Luciano called on the Latino community to embrace other people of color and move forward together during the Latino Heritage Celebration's keynote address.
Eckles throws a birthday party
Eckles Library celebrated its 20th anniversary last Monday with cake, balloons and a library-goer's staple - coffee.
SMPA professor critiques the media
Professor Steven Livingston celebrated the release of his most recent book, "When Press Fails: Political Power and the News Media from Iraq to Katrina," with a book-signing session last week.
The passage of presidencies
When University President Lloyd Elliott arrived on GW's campus for the first time in 1965, he was a hated man.
JASON project attracts students to science
Tim Samaras chases tornadoes for a living. Now he is sharing his experiences with middle school students through the JASON Project, headquartered at GW's Virginia Campus.
Relics on sale at Watergate Hotel
In preparation for extensive renovations, the Watergate Hotel is having a massive liquidation sale - offering years of Washington history to interested shoppers.
