University moves up to 53 in U.S. News rankings
GW moved up one place to 53rd in the annual U.S. News and World Report ranking of the nation's top universities, according to a survey released last week by the magazine.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
LGBTQ resource center finalized
The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual and questioning community now has a resource center with a director after more than eight months of negotiations.
2012 class size causes setbacks
An unexpectedly large incoming freshman class caught the University off-guard this summer, forcing administrators to make last-minute adjustments to underclassman housing, financial aid and academics.
McCain and Obama tied in GSPM poll
The race for the White House between John McCain and Barack Obama is nearly gridlocked, according to results of the 2008 GW-sponsored Battleground Poll released last week.
Professor helps identify victim 60 years after plane crash
In 1948 a Northwest Airlines plane crashed, killing all those on board and leaving behind a seemingly unsolvable mystery - at least until a GW professor stepped in.
GWMail launches with more e-mail storage for students
The University officially made the switch from Colonial Mail to Google Mail on Aug. 7, after about a year of negotiations.
Georgian crisis touches GW
The fighting between Russia and Georgia this August took place on the other side of the globe, but its connections to the University include the country's president and several Georgian emigrants studying in Foggy Bottom.
Disgrace! Outrage! Politics!
The Shondes, a Brooklyn-based indie-punk band, is made up of violinist Elijah Oberman, bassist Louisa Rachel Solomon, guitarist Ian Brannigan and drummer Temim Fruchter.
Travis Helwig: Thank you, Vishal Aswani
A little more than two months ago, the house I grew up in was destroyed in a fire. Our financial situation became immediately unclear, and it seemed like I wouldn't be able to complete my senior year at the most expensive university in the country.
Justin Guiffre: Sidewalk politics
Despite a slightly demented obsession with politics, much of GW will begin the year without taking much notice of a primary election going on right here in Ward 2.
Student Showcase highlights on-campus performance groups
Student performing arts groups have banded together to produce next week's Labor Day Student Showcase, a first-of-its-kind event that will kick off the year for a wide range of arts programs.
Alec Jacobs: All about the students
The best thing about a program like CI is that it is capable of evolving, and CI is already heading in the right direction.
Staff Editorial: Issues on the radar
Another $50,000, another year at GW. Welcome back to campus.
Public health school begins plans for its first building
The Board of Trustees budgeted $3 million for initial work on a building for the School of Public Health and Health Services this spring - a move that will finally give a home to the 11-year-old school. The $3 million is expected to fund the planning and preliminary design work for the new building, which will take at least three years to construct, SPHHS Dean Ruth Katz said.
Frat members bike cross-country for charity
For most GW students, summer vacation means a job, an internship or relaxation at home. But for junior Andrew Metcalf and senior Noah Cherry, summer break meant a two-month, 3,000 mile bicycle trip. Metcalf and Cherry, both members of the Pi Kappa Phi fraternity, began their expedition in San Francisco and finished in D.
District Calendar
Event listing for Aug. 28 to Sept. 3
Men’s basketball team going, going, gone
Director of Athletics Jack Kvancz knows home is not only where the heart is, but also the fans. So when he went to schedule this season's men's basketball schedule, he tried to schedule as many games as possible close to home.
UPD promotes residence hall safes
Students wary of leaving their valuables unprotected in their residence halls can now get a locked safe installed in their room through a new program initiated by the University Police Department.
Prized recruit gives men’s soccer hope despite daunting schedule
When it came to choosing a college, freshman soccer player Brice Carr had a lot of options. A native of Milwaukee, Carr spent his senior year of high school at the prestigious IMG Soccer Academy in Bradenton, Fla., - the same place that produced U.S. soccer stars Landon Donovan, DaMarcus Beasley and Freddy Adu.
Women keep the faith at GW
Forget Denver and Minneapolis, the convention that Mary Nobile geared up this summer for was in Albuquerque, N.M.
EMeRG can use ambulance
The EMeRG ambulance is finally certified to operate after years of red tape - giving more responsibility to the student-run emergency care provider and lowering the cost of a trip to the hospital.
Golf team: no coach, no problem
One might presume a sports team without a coach would be like a chicken without a head. But the players on the recently orphaned GW men's golf team don't think that's the case at all.
Women face tough schedule in first year without McKeown
Before the first jump ball of the season, those worried that the strength of the GW's women's basketball team's out-of-conference opponents would depart with former coach Joe McKeown can breathe easy. At least for this year.
GW alumnae play in Olympics
Former GW women's basketball players Anna Montañana ('05) and Elisa Aguilar ('00) helped take the Spanish national women's basketball team to the Olympic quarterfinals last week in Beijing.
Women’s soccer loses opener
GW's women's soccer team lost the first match of their season 3-1 to Rutgers University Saturday in Piscataway, N.J.
Alumnus battles Evans for D.C. Council seat
GW alumnus Cary Silverman has challenged longtime incumbent Jack Evans for his seat on the D.C. City Council - a move that could change representation in Ward 2 for the first time in 17 years.
Warner calls for unity at DNC
GW graduate and former Virginia Governor Mark Warner made repeated appeals for bipartisanship Tuesday evening when he delivered the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Denver.
GW sustainability earns failing grade
A leading environmental group named GW one of the least eco-friendly campuses in the nation last week, a year after University President Steven Knapp made sustainability a top priority of his administration.
Top 10 Cheap Eats in DC
It is not uncommon to pay what seems like a year's tuition for just a sandwich and a soda in Washington. This insider's list will give you the best places for good eats for less than $10.
Taking advantage of GW for less!
High costs have become an inescapable part of college life. Fortunately, there are a lot of ways to keep your cash and get the most out of your time at GW.
The Rules: How to stay safe and out of trouble at GW
Depending on the situation, a visit from the University Police Department can be very helpful or land you in a lot of trouble.
Your guide to D.C. sports and venues
D.C. is one of just six cities with sports teams from all four major professional leagues.
Things to do in Baltimore
If you are going to go see the Orioles, you might a well make a day of it.
Healthy Living: How to Stay Active
With fall just around the corner, it's easy to forget about the intense workout routine you used to stay fit for the beach.
Healthy Living: How to Bike Around GW
Maybe you just finalized your schedule and realized that you have agreed to travel from the Elliott School to 2020 K St. in 10 minutes.
Healthy Living: How to Eat Healthy
No matter what year you are in college, eating healthy can pose a challenge.
Snapshot: Metro Mess
Rush-hour commuters struggle to enter the Foggy Bottom/GWU Metro station on Tuesday after only one escalator could be used for passengers entering and leaving the stop.
Univ. nixes Fall Fest artist, Girl Talk, days before concert
Friday, August 29 The University backed out of contract negotiations with popular mash-up artist Girl Talk on Thursday, about a week before he was scheduled to play at Fall Fest, a University official said.
PB selects Virginia Coalition, The Canon Logic for Fall Fest
Breaking News Saturday, August 30, 8:02 p.m. Rock bands Virginia Coalition and The Canon Logic will perform at Fall Fest next Saturday, Program Board Chair Tiffany Meehan announced this afternoon. The news comes only days after rock band Rooney backed out of the concert and the University canceled mash-up artist Girl Talk.
