Virginia gubernatorial hopeful speaks to CRs
Bob McDonnell stressed the importance of youth involvement in politics and pointedly avoided mentioning the controversy that has erupted over conservative beliefs exposed in his college thesis.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Ousted Honduran president recounts removal at ESIA
Jose Manuel Zelaya described being abducted in his pajamas in June and accused Honduras' interim government of violating citizens rights.
Labor group protests on 23rd Street
Loud protesters have taken over the corner of 23rd and G streets by clanging cowbells and beating on drums as early as 9 a.m. every morning this week, disturbing students who live and travel in the area.
Colonial Army to get reserved seating
The Colonial Army has reclaimed its territory, once again offering reserved seating for its members at Smith Center.
Thief takes jewelry from townhouse
More than $1,000 worth of jewelry was stolen from a campus residence hall last weekend, according to a Metropolitan Police Department report.
Percocet stolen in local CVS robbery
An armed man stole 300 painkillers from an M Street pharmacy on Monday, according to a Metropolitan Police Department report.
Snapshot: Protesting Zelaya
Protesters rallied with signs outside of the Elliott School, where exiled President of Honduras Manuel Zelaya spoke Wednesday morning.
University gets more cash for work study
The additional $1 million in Federal Work Study funds from the Department of Education prompted an increase in work study jobs available both on and off campus.
GW pushes awareness to fight thefts
In the wake of nearly 20 reported burglaries in residence halls last month, the University is reminding students to lock their doors and starting a program to sell and lease safes.
Funger gets $2.6 million upgrade
Funger Hall underwent a $2.6 million renovation this summer that upgraded the first two floors of the aging building, a University official said this week.
For Currans, it’s all in the family at GW
Three of the four Curran children - Dan, Brendan and Emily - attend GW, with the fourth, Aubrey, planning on applying early decision this year.
Metro plagued by delays since crash
Time-consuming repairs and delays have plagued the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority after two Metrorail trains collided June 22, killing nine.
Kerry will speak about climate change at Jack Morton
Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass., will speak on campus next week when he gives the keynote address for a conference on the national security implications of climate change.
Cilluffo will chair Homeland Security Review
The director of GW's Homeland Security Policy Institute will chair the first-ever U.S. Quadrennial Homeland Security Review.
Intruder harasses Georgetown students
Two Georgetown students reported that a strange male entered their homes this week, and investigators believe the alleged culprit is connected to 11 similar incidents in the last year and a half.
Professors join health care debate
The debate over proposed health care reform is raging just a few miles down the road from the School of Public Health and Health Services, and the school's dean is taking advantage of GW's prime location.
Garage added to Knapp’s house
University President Steven Knapp's F Street residence is currently undergoing the final stage of its renovation with the addition of a new garage.
CADE begins peer educator program
The Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Education began training peer educators last week for workshops targeted toward helping students make healthy decisions in various aspects of college life.
Swine flu vaccines expected to become available in October
The University is trying to obtain swine flu vaccines to administer to students when they become available in mid-October, the director of the Student Health Service said last week.
American knocks off GW in opener
The GW men's soccer team entered the D.C. College Cup on the campus of George Mason Wednesday with two straight tournament titles to their name.
Cantrell leads team to Cape Cod title
GW junior Eric Cantrell captured a Cape Cod Baseball League title with the Bourne Braves.
Men’s basketball schedule sent to ticket holders
This season's men's basketball schedule was finalized and announced this week in a letter sent by Director of Athletics Jack Kvancz to the team's season-ticket holders.
Staff Editorial: Confronting Controversy
It's only two days into the new academic year, and already two different public figures have stirred emotions in Foggy Bottom.
Staff Editorial: Raising an Army
In the past two years, perhaps the only thing more dismal than the performance of GW men's basketball has been the performance of their supposed fan section, the Colonial Army.
Lyndsey Wajert: More than a number
It may be too much to suggest that universities should ignore college rankings found in various magazines, no matter how established and popular they are.
Andrew Clark: Are we hung over from Obama-mania yet?
Alcohol isn't the only thing that can give you a hangover. This year, Obama-mania will give it to you as well.
Student DJ spins himself to Fall Fest
More at home in dark clubs and crowded parties, DJs are not usually tapped to perform at Fall Fest.
District Mixtape: The Troubadours
The Troubadours are the oldest of six a cappella groups on campus and just released their newest album on iTunes.
Performance groups shine at Betts
Eager freshmen and returning students filled the auditorium to catch a glimpse of what to expect from the community of performers on campus this year.
Gelman introduces new search program
Gelman Library's resources are now the most accessible in the library's history due to the introduction of Surveyor, a more comprehensive version of previous online catalogs, library administrators say.
