University saves money with lower construction costs
The University has saved an average of 10 to 20 percent on construction costs this year because of falling energy and material costs, as well as a quiet construction market.
Monday, March 9, 2009
Journalism professor travels with alumni on Southeast Asia cruise
When the GW Alumni Association offered journalism professor Janet Steele the opportunity to forgo D.C.'s frigid February weather to accompany a group of GW alumni on a seven-day cruise through Southeast Asia, it didn't take long for her to say yes.
Greek-letter groups host senior prom at St. Mary’s Court
It might have been 60 years since they were in high school, but the residents of St. Mary's Court didn't show their age Friday night as they danced at the 10th annual Senior Prom.
Melanie Hoffman: Can we FIXit? Eh, maybe later.
The service that is supposed to be in charge of managing repairs in order to keep student rooms in working order has proven to be unorganized, inefficient and just too slow.
Staff Editorial: Fire Hobbs
After two catastrophic years, it may be time for men's basketball coach Karl Hobbs and GW to part ways.
Alex Shoucair: Race dialogue unnecessary
For reasons passing understanding, GW finds it necessary to go through periodic bouts of self-hate.
Men, women disappoint in final games
If the Colonials' quartet of seniors had anything they wanted to say after their final game donning the buff and blue Saturday, they didn't stick around to do it.
Letters to the Editor
Update your sex advice; Is Hobbs worth it?
Bozeman baffled by women’s first-round flop
After the fifth-seeded women's basketball team's 62-58 loss to the 12th-seeded University of Rhode Island Friday afternoon in the first round of the Atlantic 10, typically verbose head coach Mike Bozeman had little to say.
Obama addresses college affordability
The Obama administration has planned significant changes to the federal system of college grants and loans, a move it says could result in greater college affordability.
Adair’s Colonial career meets unceremonious end
During this Friday's Atlantic 10 tournament matchup against Rhode Island, center Jessica Adair did what senior team captains are supposed to do in the postseason: She played like it was the last game of her career.
Boyer, Bindelglass vie for presidency in runoff
The runoff election for Student Association president is between sophomore Julie Bindelglass and junior Kyle Boyer.
Recycling issues still unsolved
The University has made a very public push to become more eco-friendly over the past year, but establishing a thriving recycling program remains a largely unfinished project.
Forensics grad students team up with UPD
UPD and forensic science faculty established a volunteer officer program where graduate students gain both classroom and field experience for future careers in security.
Bhangra serves up dance and hookah
Tables decked with glowing green centerpieces, guests dressed to impress and a red carpet transformed the Marvin Center Grand Ballroom into a swanky dance venue and lounge Friday evening for the Bhangra Blowout Red Carpet Event.
Hundreds of seniors attend job fair
With the country reaching its highest unemployment rate in 25 years and thousands of jobs being shed daily, many graduating seniors nationwide are worried about their post-college plans.
Blind Date: Better off as friends
Blind dater Ivey Wohlfield was surprised to find that she and her match, Aron Yuster, once sat near each other in a class for a full semester.
The new laser light show
Lisner Auditorium was covered in graffiti late last month. The words "pirate," "hello," and "thank you" dripped down the walls in green lettering.
Hatchet Checkup: Healthy Dieting
With Spring Break around the corner, students are attempting serious dieting to whip their bodies back into shape. But beware, diets can only go so far before they become dangerous.
STAR-spangled banter
It makes sense. Being a University tour guide is like being an image consultant. Sharpen the edges, apply the glaze, hide the wear and tear and produce a shining veneer.
GW’s hidden treasures
Perpetual construction reminds students that GW is a school striding into the future with sophisticated residence halls and academic buildings, but pieces of history can be found around campus that illuminate the University's 188-year history.
Men’s basketball ends season with loss to Temple
With nothing left to play for but pride on Senior Day, GW lost to Temple 63-53, looking uninspired in the process.
Hundreds more apply for on-campus housing
Three hundred more students applied to live in GW housing next year, an increase that housing officials attribute to a new University residence hall and the worsening economic conditions.
First lady volunteers at local soup kitchen
First lady Michelle Obama stopped by Miriam's Kitchen, a soup kitchen located just off campus at 24th and G streets, to serve hot meals to homeless men and women Thursday afternoon.
More GW students use law prep services
With more than 84,000 people applying to law school this year, GW students hoping to gain admission to the nation's top schools are looking to private tutoring companies to get a leg up on the competition.
Colonial Army drops the ball
It's been a disappointing season for many fans of the men's basketball team. But for members of the Colonial Army, the team's largest fan group, it's also been a ripoff.
JEC boots Boyer from Student Association runoff
The independent body that oversees Student Association elections voted unanimously early Thursday to remove presidential candidate Kyle Boyer from the runoff election.
