Saving the world, one whale at a time
For Heath Hanson, using a GW undergraduate degree means living on the ocean, combating Japanese hunting boats and trying to save the humpback whales.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Cracking skulls
It was in 1936 at the GW Hospital that Dr. Walter J. Freeman attempted to cure mental illness with his secret weapon: an ice pick.
GW Expat: Germany’s academic autonomy
Once the pride and joy of Germany, the universities are now facing a massive shortage of funds, overcrowded classrooms and an antiquated system leaving them unable to compete in a globalizing world -and me longing for GW.
What’s the deal with: …Adopt an Officer?
Ben Volpe is a native of New York, enjoys football, soccer, hockey and candy - and all of this is posted on a bulletin board in Ivory Tower. That is because Volpe - a University Police officer - is a member of the UPD program, adopt-an-officer.
Sean Redding: Confession of a Student Association reporter
This year's administration has set a precedent of efficiency for GW student government, something not often seen in the SA executive branch, at least not in recent years.
Joe Laliberte: Taking a chance with time away from GW
Last Monday, a day when most GW students were starting their classes in Foggy Bottom, I was 1,758 miles away in Colorado. It was actually about two more miles if you judge for the 10,000 feet of elevation.
Sex Column: “My three vices”
We've got a secret surprise hiding under our covers this year. The Hatchet will bring you an anonymous columnist, Delilah, to report on sex at GW.
Inside Our Pages: A program worth discussing
The Hatchet is starting a co-sponsorship program by which student organizations could apply for free advertising space in the newspaper.
Staff Editorial: Sizing up the election issues
As the 2008 presidential election draws near, there are issues that demand serious study from voters before they cast their ballots. The Hatchet's editorial board has focused on specific areas central to college student life that warrant examination before the primaries and November election.
Keeping Marvin centered
Activities in the Marvin Center - GW's six-story hub of student life - are not simply governed by the whims of its users. A uniquely structured organization called the Marvin Center Governing Board makes sure to keep everyone in check.
Students advocate for education change in India
With 66 chapters all over the world and more than 1,000 volunteers, Asha groups raise money and resources for Indian youths to develop themselves academically.
GW Brief: Peace Corps ranks GW as second-largest volunteer producer
The Peace Corps ranked GW second among medium-sized universities for the number of alumni who opt to volunteer with the organization upon graduation. GW was first last year.
GW Brief: SMPA professors aids African country of Lesotho
While most members of the GW community were relaxing with friends and family during winter break, professor Steven Livingston was teaching leaders in Africa how to communicate.
Colonials keep it close, fall short of upsetting Xavier
GW head men's basketball coach Karl Hobbs was in a time machine of sorts Saturday night.
Women’s winning streak halted at nine by Temple
Twice this season the GW women's basketball team has hit big shots when it needed them at the end of a game. At Temple Saturday afternoon, the Colonials could not make the magic happen a third time.
Women’s Basketball: With Owls, game is personal
An excited Owls bench emptied onto the court while the stunned Colonials filtered through the celebration on the way back to the sidelines.
Women’s basketball to bring in Wake Forest guard Lavender
Wake Forest junior Yolanda Lavender has transferred to GW, and said in an e-mail she will start practicing with the team Tuesday.
Snapshot: Metro Jam
Metro riders wait for a delayed train on the Red Line at Metro Center. Construction over the weekend caused congestion across the city's public rail system.
Market troubles affect loans
Mounting market woes are squeezing brokers, making it more difficult and more expensive for students to find loans to pay tuition. GW financial aid officials said they are concerned about this growing trend.
GW gymnastics takes second at home
The final results were a little misleading at the GW/Lindsey Ferris Invitational Sunday afternoon at Smith Center.
More students are asking for help to deal with depression
More GW students are seeking depression screenings, both online and in person, according to officials at the University Counseling Center.
Professor finds that parasites infect urban poor
Public health officials largely overlook the scope of parasitic infections among poor Americans, according to research by a GW professor.
Task force suggests more security
A seven-member task force suggested the upgrading of security systems as part of the second review of campus safety, mental health and violence prevention at GW.
Suspect in alumni murder returns to trial
A man accused of raping and killing two GW students in 1988 returned to trial last week, after a mistrial temporarily stalled the case in 2007.
Law School, EPA to aid China
GW's Law School will try to help improve China's environmental policies in a program with the Environmental Protection Agency.
Knapp, task force talk environment
A coalition formed to improve GW's negative impact on the environment hosted a listening session Thursday to hear suggestions and concerns from the GW community.
Brady Gallery hosts Demuth works
A full collection of works from American artist Charles Demuth is on tour, and GW is among the first to host the exhibit.
J Street’s Smart Market to stay open until 2 a.m. Monday through Thursday
Smart Market, one of the food vendors at J Street, will now be open until midnight from Monday to Thursday, Student Association officials said last week.
Doctors start medical school in Africa
The East-African nation of Eritrea, a country bordered by Sudan and Ethiopia with a population of more than four million, has only five pediatricians.
Designing eco-friendly underwear
Heidi Rauch and Alyssa Weiss make something that Halle Berry and Jessica Simpson love. The GW alumna don't design gowns, jewelry, makeup or anything else that would help a style-conscious Hollywood star stand out from the crowd - they design lingerie.
Manufacturing a GW education
Several individuals in Washington state are on trial for allegedly producing fake diplomas and transcripts from GW and several other universities.
Ann Coulter to speak on campus
Conservative political commentator Ann Coulter is scheduled to speak at the Marvin Center Grand Ballroom Saturday, Feb. 9.
SA has $110,000 for student orgs.
The Student Association co-sponsorship fund for this semester is larger than any second semester co-sponsorship fund in GW history.
Sophomore faces contempt charges
A sophomore arrested for assault was also charged with contempt of court last week, after he allegedly tried bribing another student to provide false testimony.
Volunteers celebrate MLK
Two-hundred GW students painted, cleaned and organized the largest homeless shelter in the United States in celebration of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service Monday.
