Knapp forms campus security task force
University President Steven Knapp announced the formation of a task force to review campus security and safety at GW in light of the recent tragedy at Virginia Tech.
Monday, October 1, 2007
Comedian Stephen Colbert to perform at Lisner Auditorium Oct. 19
Comedian Stephen Colbert, host of "The Colbert Report" on Comedy Central, will discuss his new book "I Am America (And So Can You!)".
AMC to close Dupont Circle Theater in January
One of the only movie theaters near campus will close its doors next year.
Middle East center to open
The Elliott School of International Affairs plans to open the Institute for Middle East Studies.
Media counsel for Google speaks to political institute
Google's media counsel announced on campus the Internet giant's plans to become the largest broadband wireless provider in the nation.
Minister talks small states
The foreign minister of Liechtenstein spoke about multilateral organizations and the role of small states in global issues at the Elliott School Wednesday.
RAND thinktank criticizes Bush
James Dobbins discussed his most recent book, "The Beginner's Guide to Nation-Building," at a roundtable event last week.
International exchange students experience GW
While studying abroad is a popular path for many GW students, the 36 undergraduate exchange students who came here to study abroad often go unnoticed.
The college mattress-off: single versus double beds
Jessica Gordon, a freshman living in a Madison double, falls out of her dorm bed sometimes.
GW alum stars in ABC’s new primetime show
GW alumnus T.J. Miller is one of the stars of ABC's new fall comedy, "Carpoolers."
Under the covers: “The art of approaching”
Perhaps the most difficult aspect of picking up a girl is actually getting up the nerve to go talk to her as a normal human being.
Student fashionista designs new threads
Music will blast, models will strut and GW junior Monet Flowers' clothing line, Umami, will make its debut on the streets of GW.
Saumya Narechania: Searching for “No-Spin Zone”
That the public can no longer trust the mainstream media.
Jake Sherman: Inside Our Pages
As you pick up the paper this morning, you are holding a medium that's quickly going out of style.
Staff Editorial: Standardize stance on privacy rights, watch health issues
We should embrace the opportunity to have an active discussion surrounding campus policies on the front of physical and mental safety.
Diana Kugel: The beginning of the school year often means feeling under the weather
The last thing anyone wants is to get sick as soon as they get back to campus.
Tanya Choudhury: SA vote stifles growth
Developing a strong GW community is dependent on the ability of student organizations to flourish.
Liz Ramey: Homeless lost in GW F.E.E.D.
GW F.E.E.D. has received a great deal of attention lately. Lost in this debate, however, has been reflection on the assumption homelessness is not already being addressed.
GW Brief: GW graduates win Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award
Seven GW alumni were recognized as 2007 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award winners at Marvin Center last Friday.
GW Brief: Geography professors plan to visit Ghana with grant
GW geography professors David Rain and Ryan Engstrom have been chosen as recipients of a $3 million grant.
GW institute brings spirituality to study of medicine
GW's Institute of Spirituality and Health gave a $50,000 grant to the University at Buffalo.
University changes health insurance provider
The University switched its student health insurance provider this summer amid concern the old plan was too costly and did not include enough benefits.
Starr’s days in the District
GW alumnus Kenneth Starr is well known for his report that led to former President Bill Clinton's impeachment.
Trachtenberg: Don’t expel students
In the waning days of his leadership, former University President Stephen Joel Trachtenberg advised administrators against expelling students who were caught drinking at Colonial Inauguration this summer.
Snapshot: Jazzy Jones
Singer, songwriter and producer Quincy Jones chats with Russell Ramsey, chairman of the board of trustees, and President Steven Knapp prior to filming a special for PBS.
Men’s soccer pays price for win
The Colonials' last six games have been decided by one goal, but due to an ugly injury suffered by sophomore midfielder Luke Wildy, Saturday's 3-2 overtime win against Mount Saint Mary's may have been the hardest yet.
Volleyball splits two close ones
For the GW volleyball team, Sunday afternoon's game against Atlantic 10 rival La Salle is emblematic of the Colonials' up-and-down season.
Softball plays five games in two days
During the GW softball team's pair of victories Sunday afternoon, it was the little things that mattered.
Marketing makes a move online
Over the past 10 years, GW has changed its marketing with a push toward more cost-effective Internet communications.
Fabolous to headline Colonial Invasion
Fabolous, the New York rapper, will perform at Colonial Invasion Oct. 26, the Student Association's executive vice president confirmed Sunday evening.
Alumni Weekend attendance doubled
More than 1,000 people participated in the weekend's events, compared to between 500 and 600 people last year.
Tuition dollars fund expansion
Last year, tuition represented 56 percent of the total operating budget, almost 20 percent higher than other schools.
GW alum opens house to travelers
GW alumnus Nancy Glass opens her doors about once a week to CouchSurfing travelers in search of a global discourse.
Admissions selectivity on rise
Neither GW's medical nor law school is considered a top 20 graduate school in the nation, but both are planning to become more selective.
Story Time: It’s a Big Big World
Snook, from the PBS children's show "It's a Big Big World" entertains kids at the National Book Festival on the National Mall Saturday.
Weekend wars: Protest on the Mall
Protesters flooded the National Mall Sunday in protest of the Iraq War and the Bush administration's policies.
Birds in Smith Center cancel blood drive
Web UpdateMonday, Oct. 1 7:12 p.m. The University canceled a Red Cross blood drive in Smith Center early Monday afternoon due to the presence of several birds in the arena.
