At conference, Kerry calls for environmental action
The United States is ill-prepared to handle the potential impact that climate change could have on the country, Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass., said Thursday morning at the Jack Morton Auditorium.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Congressman says veterans deserve better treatment
Rep. Bob Filner, D-Calif., discussed his "pro-veteran, anti-war" views on veterans' affairs with around 90 College Democrats on Thursday night.
Metro ramps up police presence
Now that summer vacation is over, Metro riders can expect to see more students, as well as police officers, during their weekday commute.
Trendy majors mirror current issues
Unlike most fads, popular college majors do not often come and go. But with the advent of new technology and the need for a greener economy, there are new majors on the rise.
Schools add study abroad locations
Business and engineering students will have new study abroad options starting this spring, officials said last week.
Multicultural Greek organizations step out in Kogan Plaza
A crowd of around 150 energetic and diverse students gathered Saturday afternoon in Kogan Plaza to watch one fraternity and five sororities perform step dances, the final event for the Multicultural Greek Council Welcome Week.
Community remembers 9/11 attacks
Hundreds of students, staff and alumni gathered Friday evening in University Yard for a candlelit vigil and memorial in honor of those who died in the 9/11 attacks.
Women’s soccer loses on late goal
For the second time in three games, the GW women's soccer team found itself in double overtime Friday against Robert Morris.
Golfer hits links in southeast Asia
With his second year on GW's golf team approaching, Martin Liu looked to take advantage of his spot on Hong Kong's team to get back into season form.
Men’s soccer loses in weekend out west
Though the score of their game may suggest otherwise, the GW men's soccer team's trip to No. 11 California this weekend was still beneficial in senior Andy Stadler's eyes.
Students plant vegetable garden on H Street
Most people know that George Washington was a revolutionary war hero, a founding father and America's first president. Fewer know of his skills as a farmer.
Staff Editorial: Answering Michelle’s call
Perhaps the only thing more impressive than getting more than 1,000 freshmen to participate in Friday's day of service was the announcement that Michelle Obama will likely be this year's commencement speaker.
Debating same-sex marriage: The right to marry anyone
The National Organization for Marriage is one of the only organizations in existence that is still fighting for discrimination in the 21st century.
Debating same-sex marriage: An issue far from being over
Only five states have legalized gay marriage, and 27 states have voted to protect marriage between a man and a woman. This is hardly reason to proclaim a nationwide trend toward gay marriage rights.
Tom Braslavsky: Julie, Julia and Tom
It was my first time cooking in college. I attempted to make scrambled eggs - and set off the smoke detector. You could call my first time a fail.
Counseling, for a fee
At $50 a visit to the University Counseling Center, GW is among the few universities that charges students, according to a recent national survey.
Setting their sites
Now more than ever, GW students are choosing to relay their messages through blogs, Internet-based businesses and online publications.
Leaving the bubble behind
Last week, the Office of Study Abroad announced a change in its financial policies. If you're thinking about taking advantage of the possible lower costs, check out this list of some of the most popular hotspots.
First lady issues challenge on day of service
Usually, GW seniors have to endure nearly eight months of school before finding out who their Commencement speaker will be. This year, they may have only had to wait two weeks.
More than 1,000 freshmen help out in service event
About half the freshman class volunteered for GW's first annual Freshman Day of Service, working in the community at 13 different sites across the District on Friday.
Debt plagues GW graduates
The average student graduates from GW more than $30,000 in debt - 13 percent higher than the national average at private universities - according to the most recent data from GW and a recent study on collegiate debt.
Glitch delays pay for GWorld vendors
All GWorld vendors have gone unpaid since late August because of a software error, a University official said Saturday. The University could owe vendors more than $100,000.
University plans Mount Vernon overhaul
University officials are in the process of drafting a new Mount Vernon campus plan that could expand the amount of academic space there by more than 125,000 square feet.
Youth leaders from Palestine and Israel urge two-state solution
Palestinian and Israeli youth leaders promoted a civil two-state solution to the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict at a panel discussion at the Elliott School Thursday.
Visitors descend on District for protest
Tens of thousands of protesters descended on the National Mall Saturday to demonstrate against the Obama administration's policies regarding taxes, the national budget, and health care. Marching protesters, holding signs reading "No Czar Zone," "Go Green, Recycle Congress," "Socialism - Obama's Solution To Everything" and waving "Don't Tread On Me" flags, forced the closure of Pennsylvania Avenue between 14th and third streets in Northwest D.
