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.
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Stories from the February 26, 2009, Print Edition
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
