College Media Network

Monday, September 29, 2008

Stadler keeps record pace, powers GW comeback

by Alex Abnos

Late in the first half, after conceding a goal and squandering scoring chances, the men's soccer team needed to bolster its attack Saturday at Mount St. Mary's. Lucky thing that head coach George Lidster had an ace in the hole.

Water polo wins 11-9, then loses by same score

by Alex Smith
Hatchet Reporter

GW followed an 11-9 win against Bucknell Friday with an 11-9 loss to 19th-ranked Princeton Sunday at the Smith Center.

Women’s soccer drops openers

by Vyomika Jairam
Hatchet Reporter

The GW women's soccer lost on the road Sunday, falling 2-0 to La Salle in their second straight conference loss.

Upcoming Games and Varsity Roundups

Joining forces for ‘soul work’

by Chloe Popescu
Hatchet Reporter

Collin Stevenson is a cross-country runner, an international affairs student and an ROTC cadet. He also spends his Monday nights shaking awake D.C.'s homeless to deliver them a meal.

A dream come true

by Marisa Kabas

The University awarded a full scholarship to the Sudanese 22-year-old who began his freshman year this month.

When dinner becomes breakfast

by Alex Schneider
Hatchet Reporter

Ramadan began this year on Sept. 1 and ends Thursday. For freshman Nora Elsheikh, that means the first month of her first year of college has been especially tough.

From GW to Hollywood

by Amanda Panitch
Hatchet Reporter

Judging by the number of students who attended a lecture on how to become a screenwriter Friday, GW students aspire to be more than just senators.

Slice of Life: Proud to be an American

by Clayton McCleskey

Scattered throughout the Metro system, nondescript white posters celebrate the friendship between Germany and the United States and mark the 60th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift.

‘Google Bus’ helps students switch to GWMail accounts

by Caitie Daw
Hatchet Reporter

Despite rainy weather, representatives from Google Mail arrived in the "Google Bus" on Friday to show students and alumni how to operate the e-mail service.

Correction

Family donates $10 million for cancer research at SMHS

by Alli Hoff

A $10 million donation will expand cancer research, care and education at the GW Medical Center, University officials announced Wednesday.

What’s the deal with… The Odd Fellows building?

by Max McGowen
Hatchet Reporter

To reflect this and ensure that its values live on in a contemporary setting, the Odd Fellows coordinate their work with foundations to engage in social, medical and educational programs.

Campus Calendar

The Pulse: Professors share reactions to first presidential debate

by Alexi Dagan
Hatchet Reporter

Wilson backs justice organization

by Matt Rist

Rainn Wilson stepped out of his popular "The Office" character Dwight Schrute at Lisner Auditorium to promote a legal advocacy group for women and girls who have experienced gender-based violence or discrimination.

Back from war, a new fight

by Gabriella Schwarz
Hatchet Reporter

With an estimated 300 to 400 veterans studying in Foggy Bottom after leaving the war, many say the University fails to provide adequate support systems.

University sustainability grade improves

by Mike Phillips
Hatchet Staff Writer

An environmental organization rated the University significantly higher in its College Sustainability Report Card last week, noting that the school's biggest shortfalls now stem from its endowment.

Actress returns to GW

by Billy McGlinn
Hatchet Reporter

Actress Kerry Washington had offers to attend several conservatory schools for theater, but wanted a liberal arts education that only GW could offer.

City closes local homeless shelter

by Elise Kigner

As the sun rose on Friday, crews moved in to load beds and tables onto trucks and board up the doors of the only homeless shelter in Northwest D.C.

O’Reilly confronts Kalb

by Lauren French

Fox News Channel conservative commentator Bill O'Reilly discussed the rise of opinion journalism and its effects on society and democracy during The Kalb Report Saturday at the National Press Club.

Joe Laliberte: Stopping the smart phone invasion

by Joe Laliberte

Your iPhone or BlackBerry might be in your pocket or on the table in front of you as you read this. Please, put it out of arm's reach for the next two minutes.

Former professor sues University

by Bryan Han

A former professor of anesthesiology at the GW Medical Center is suing the University in federal court for $2 million over allegations of gender and retaliatory discrimination.

GW officials: Let’s be good neighbors

The George Washington University is committed to being a good neighbor in our community.

Staff Editorial: Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down

The Hatchet's monthly wrap-up of GW's ups and downs.

Greeks mark 150 years

by Julie Bailey
Hatchet Reporter

Members of Greek-letter organizations from the past 60 years gathered Friday evening at the Elliott School of International Affairs to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Greek-letter life at GW.

Officials question double majors

by Eric Thibault

About 15 percent of GW students pursue a double major, a growing trend nationwide, but several administrators say the practice has few benefits after college.

Reps, politicos look to youth vote

by Amy Rhodin
Hatchet Staff Writer

Ensuring that young people vote on Election Day is a major priority for lawmakers and political organizations this year.

Negroponte talks Iraq

by Harry Baumgarten
Hatchet Reporter

Deputy Secretary of State John Negroponte addressed the state of U.S. involvement in Iraq in an event hosted by The Middle East Policy Forum at the Elliott School of International Affairs on Thursday.

Letters to the Editor

National Book Festival brings authors, literary enthusiasts to Mall

by Lindsay Gordon
Hatchet Reporter

Threatening storm clouds shifted ominously over the National Mall on Saturday, but the National Book Festival carried on as a celebration of literature and creativity.

Weekly Check-up: The dangers of texting

by Colleen Shalby
Hatchet Reporter

An expensive phone bill is not the only pain caused by texting. Fervent texters also have to watch out for strained thumbs and other hurt body parts, health experts said.