University warns of three robberies near campus
At least three robberies have taken place on or near campus in the past two weeks, prompting the University to issue crime alerts.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Colonials' comeback keeps season alive
GW's 92-88 overtime win went a long way to keeping their postseason dreams afloat, but a lot has to happen before anyone can start making reservations for Atlantic City.
Women stumble in N.C.
Against teams currently below it in the standings, the GW women's basketball team is 6-2. It's the pesky task of beating the teams above them that the Colonials will have to master if they hope to reach a third-straight NCAA Tournament.
City Council may impose 5-cent fee on plastic or paper bags
As part of a last-ditch effort to clean up the Anacostia River, a new law in the District may charge a fee for using paper or plastic bags.
University nixes diving
In a move it says has been considered for a long period of time, the Department of Athletics has terminated the University's diving program, Director of Athletics Jack Kvancz said on Tuesday.
Pops lands in San Antonio
Former GW basketball great Pops Mensah-Bonsu signed a 10-day contract with the National Basketball Association's San Antonio Spurs, the team announced Wednesday.
The harrowing adventures of...
Graham Wright plays keyboard in Tokyo Police Club, a Canadian rock outfit known for their sense of structural brevity. That is, their first EP, "A Lesson in Crime," includes eight songs and runs at 16 minutes.
Minimalism and psychosis this weekend
How does one go about directing a play with no constructed characters or set? For junior Vanessa FitzGerald, meeting this challenge meant the opportunity to present "4.48 Psychosis" to the University theater community.
Two Bits
Funny man turned author Eugene Mirman, who plays Eugene on "Flight of the Conchords," will be at Barnes and Noble in Georgetown Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m. promoting his newly released advice book, "The Will to Whatevs: A Guide to Modern Life."
Endorsement: Jason Lifton for SA executive vice president
Sophomore Jason Lifton is the best pick for EVP due to his demonstrated achievements and his plans to get things done.
$5 - $10 - $20: An entertainment guide for the cash-strapped college student
An entertainment guide for the cash-strapped college student
Endorsement: Kyle Boyer for SA president
This year's candidate pool is mostly quite impressive, but no candidate has the experience, ideas and pragmatism of junior Kyle Boyer.
Tom Braslavsky: Settling it once and for all
Does a prospective candidate really need to be committed to the task, or could any random freshman from Thurston get the 258 signatures formerly necessary to be placed on the ballot for SA President?
District Mixtape: Joe from GW Deli
In case you ever questioned whether the man behind the counter was a rocker.
Letter to the Editor
SA a waste of time
Joe Laliberte: Man's best friend
The old age and decline of our beloved pets coincides with a time when most of us are away at college.
Andrew Clark: Generation Bailout
Is our generation of smart, young, ambitious students really going to settle with what the Obama administration is doing to the economy?
Candidates spar at debate
Student Association candidates detailed their designs on how to improve the University and defended their records at the third annual Hatchet-SA Debate Monday night.
Professor questions ethnic conflict
One of history's most controversial debates - whether the 1915 massacre of Armenians was a genocide - came to the Marvin Center Monday night.
Participants note less fanfare than in past years
Though many candidates hung around Kogan Plaza all day spreading the word about their campaign, the tone of the day was quieter than the pomp and circumstance of previous election days.
Paper: Medical school downplayed problems
An article published in the Washington Post Monday asserted that the School of Medicine and Health Sciences has downplayed the severity of the problems leading to its recent academic probation.
Council chair anticipates D.C. vote
District voters will soon have a vote in Congress, a top D.C. official told members of the local Foggy Bottom Association on Tuesday evening.
Students lobby congressmen on Israel issues
About 50 GW students joined students from four universities around the region for a day-long session promoting Israel on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.
GSEHD professor reflects on career of teaching in 'Last Lecture'
Travis Wright discussed a life of difficult and rewarding experiences at the Marvin Center Tuesday night as part of GW's ongoing Last Lecture series.
Multicultural student groups grill SA candidates
Student Association presidential candidates discussed the disconnect between the SA and multicultural student organizations Tuesday night at the GW Decision '09 debate.
Cory Struble: Getting the finance debate right
Instead of promising to increase the relatively small pot that the finance committee has to work with, the SA should focus on internally overhauling its allocation process.
Provost's dual roles questioned
University Provost John Williams resigned from the Board of Directors of the corporation managing the GW Hospital this month after GW leadership cited his position at the company as a possible conflict of interest.
Men's basketball shines in overtime
The win preserves the Colonials' small chance of finishing 12th in the conference and making the Atlantic 10 tournament.
Bridging the gap
GW multicultural leaders say it is a perennial struggle to make black students feel more comfortable on campus.
Frank outspoken at CD event
One of Congress' most outspoken representatives did not mince words when it came to the state of affairs in Washington at an event in the Marvin Center Monday night.
Housing Timetable
Planning to live on campus next year? Keep these important dates in mind.
On-campus housing options
There are a variety of residence halls on campus, from newer buildings with rooms that house five or six people together to smaller ones more appropriate for students who prefer privacy.
Off-campus options
Other neighborhoods are often the choice for students looking to move off campus. Here are some options.
What to know before signing a lease
Deciding to move off-campus is the easy part. How to do it can be a bit trickier. Finding a place is a good start, but students looking for off-campus residences face potential pitfalls.
Moving into Foggy Bottom
Foggy Bottom has many options for students looking to live close to or on-campus.
Colonials capture first road win
For a team supposedly dead in the water midway through the season, the GW men's basketball has been showing signs of life recently.
Residence Hall Association offers wake-up call service
Alarm clocks may become a thing of the past if GW's Residence Hall Association permanently introduces Snoozester, a free service that sends wake-up calls to students' cell phones.
Memorial service held for GW alum killed in Ethiopia
A memorial mass for local friends and family to honor the life of alumnus Brian Adkins was held on Saturday at St. Stephen Martyr Church on Pennsylvania Avenue.
Legislation may allow gun stores to open near campus
New legislation is paving the way for gun retailers to open up throughout the city after the District's gun ban was overturned last summer.
