UPD chief supports arming campus officers
University Police Department Chief Dolores Stafford recommended in a national safety report she co-authored that college police officers should carry firearms.
Thursday, April 24, 2008
University plans major overhaul of GWorld
The University is planning to drastically change GWorld technology for the first time in the campus card's 10-year history, a senior administrator said this week.
Students utilize SASS funds
When organizations run out of their allotted Student Association funds and are desperate for resources, they have one last place to look for the money they need: Rice Hall.
Honors enrollment down
The University Honors Program has failed to meet its enrollment goals for the past few years, even after launching a revamped curriculum this fall, according to a Faculty Senate report.
SA Note: Metro offical interested in reduced student fare
GW students are one step closer to riding the Metro at a reduced rate, with Metro's chairman expressing interest last week in giving Metro discounts to local university students.
Snapshot: Business Boarding
Sophomore Anthony Acosta shows off some tricks Wednesday on his skateboard next to the School of Business at Duqu?s Hall.
Seniors in the arts at GW
Senior theater major Daniel Kenner may be best known for directing Generic Theater Company's "Crave," but there's more to this Rhode Island native than just splatter paint and stream of consciousness.
Tim Guillot: music major, composer
You could call Tim Guillot ambitious, but that would be an understatement. Guillot, a senior majoring in music with minors in theater and creative writing, will soon perform in the self-written, self-directed musical "Always & Never."
Bar Belle: REVEALED! One hungover honey…
Ron Burgundy has nothing on me, seriously. I am kind of a big deal. And you know what, Ron? People don't even know my real me. But that is all about to change.
CCAS advising may change
A committee to revise academic advising in the University's largest school will release a series of recommendations in the next few weeks on how to overhaul the system.
Andrew Clark: Up against the Republican machine
Pennsylvania's rejection of Barack Obama is invariably making the presidential candidate rue the candor he had at that San Francisco dinner last week.
Ben Balter: Keeping the Student Association accountable
My brief introduction to student government on campus has taught me one thing: every criticism, every complaint and every snide remark regarding the Student Association is true.
James Madison bests Colonials in extra innings
What do you do when a whole team is slumping? The GW baseball team is in the process of figuring that one out.
Softball drops doubleheader against Terrapins
The 16-point margin that separated the GW softball team and its opponent, Maryland, in the second game of Wednesday afternoon's doubleheader was anything but sweet for the Colonials.
Calder Stembel: Politics versus arts? Diversify the GW education
In focusing on politics at the expense of the arts, attending GW does not represent the overall experience of living in D.C.
Staff Editorial: Armed and dangerous?
Though this issue does not provide for a clear-cut response, it does warrant open consideration from the University and a discussion of both the merits and dangers of arming campus police.
SEAS students win showcase
Engineering students took home cash prizes at a showcase Wednesday for outstanding research and development projects, in front of a packed crowd of professionals from laboratories and engineering companies.
Jess Calefati: True life: I’m a journalist
As I prepare to graduate and to embark on the extremely uncertain chapter of my life otherwise known as adulthood, I do know one thing for sure - without The Hatchet, I would not be a journalist.
Brendan Polmer: Obviously, not in it for the money
As any editor at The Hatchet will attest, there are several perks that come along with the job, no matter which section you control (news, sports, life, opinions, arts).
Lizzie Wozobski: Signed, sealed, delivered: I’m gone
Dear Hatchet, So this is awkward, saying goodbye in front of thousands of readers (or people who happen to pick up this issue for Sudoku and the crossword). I mean, we've been together for four years.
Celebrating Earth Day
University President Steven Knapp added GW to a growing list of colleges committed to combating global warming during the University's first official celebration of Earth Day.
Hawking pushes for increased study of outer space
Acclaimed physicist Stephen Hawking called for renewed interest in the study of outer space and science, in a speech commemorating the 50th anniversary of NASA at the Jack Morton Auditorium on Monday.
First crime museum to open
D.C. is a city known for its world-class museums, where one can learn about everything from natural history to modern art. Now, District patrons can also educate themselves about crime.
Heavy Metal and Evil Invade Washington
Web Extra An extreme metal band from Poland that is awe-inspiring in their own rite.
Republican senator says Dems can win in 2008
Web Extra Sen. Chuck Hagel (Neb.) said Hillary Clinton or Barack Obama can win the November election "by any measure."
