University begins search for new chief of police
University officials have begun the search for a new University Police chief after current Chief Dolores Stafford announced plans to retire at the end of the academic year.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
University expects fewer resignations
Although several high profile University officials are set to leave GW at the end of the academic year, a University financial officer said other GW employees are reluctant to leave their positions in the sluggish economy, and the University will not save any funds this year due to vacancies.
Chronicle reported funds already raised
University officials said this week that a reported 44 percent increase in donations for this year was not an estimate for the 2009 calendar year but had in fact already occurred for the last fiscal year, which finished in June.
Geology professor passes away at 66
Geology professor and deputy director of the University Honors Program, George Stephens, passed away earlier this week. He was 66.
Veteran journalist interviews husband for book event
During her 40 years as a working journalist, Cokie Roberts has interviewed countless congressmembers and politicians, fostering relationships that have made her a legend in journalism.
Grad school criticizes volunteer program
The Graduate School of Educational and Human Development held a panel discussion Tuesday evening at the School Without Walls in an attempt to reassert itself against popular competitors like Teach for America.
Women’s basketball enlists male help
Seven male undergraduate students are participating in practices with the Colonials this season as part of a plan created and implemented by assistant coach Katie Rokus.
Perfect practice until performance
Practice makes perfect for the GW Raas team - at least, that is the mentality the group believes in as they prepare for a nationwide competition happening at the Lisner Auditiorium in November.
Sharing the spotlight with a legend
More than a dozen student performers joined author Margaret Atwood onstage at Lisner Auditorium Friday night, dramatically interpreting excerpts from her most recent novel, "The Year of the Flood."
Community remembers fall of Berlin Wall
Members of the GW community gathered Monday night at a local church to share their stories and emotions about the day the Berlin Wall fell, 20 years after the historic event.
Two assaulted at Georgetown
The recent alleged anti-gay assaults of two Georgetown University students has stirred both the Georgetown and GW LGBTQ communities and raised questions over whether gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, and transgender students are safe.
Officials face questions about Univ. policies, student rights
Members of the Greek-letter community gathered in the Marvin Center Monday night to ask pointed questions to leaders of University departments about student rights and responsibilities.
Colonials Corner
Get to know a couple of GW's student athletes a little better.
Community group launches retail survey
Foggy Bottom residents are hungry - for a place to buy groceries.
Number of students on campus nears limit
The University was 60 students away from exceeding the city-imposed enrollment cap for the Foggy Bottom campus this semester, likely reflecting increased interest in the University, but posing a problem for GW's future growth.
Campus politicos react to election results
The GW College Democrats and College Republicans eagerly awaited results of the Virginia and New Jersey gubernatorial elections Tuesday night after months of campaigning, but in the end it was only the young GOPers who had reason to party.
FoBoGro receives new deli license
FoBoGro owners and a community group remain deadlocked over the store's proposed hours of operation, something that must be resolved before the store may receive an alcohol license.
Spotlight: Direction of biblical proportions
Director Benjamin Pollack, a senior who will tackle "Children of Eden," gave Hatchet Arts a peek into why he chose this biblical experience to embark on.
University pays travel costs for Diane Knapp
The University pays for Diane Knapp's travel expenses when she goes with her husband, University President Steven Knapp, on fundraising trips, Executive Vice President and Treasurer Lou Katz said last week.
Duques security will continue
The University Police Department will continue to keep an officer posted outside of Duques Hall as a "security presence," in response to an assault on a student in the building last month, UPD Chief Dolores Stafford said this week.
Yogin Kothari: Don’t fire Hobbs… yet
Though the program has suffered for two consecutive years, Hobbs should be given a chance to restore his team.
Staff Editorial: Changing the Senate’s state of mind
There is something that the Student Association Senate and Descartes have in common: both spent most of their time trying to justify their own existence.
Bradley Dlatt: A great time to double the impact
As the voices of students dissatisfied with the GW administration have become a bit stronger, effective outreach will launch GW further into the educational elite in this country, and attract the level of students the University wants and deserves.
Haynes Bunn: Rehabilitate GW’s Disability Support Services
Actions taken by the University in dealing with two temporary disabilities I had were in conflict with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
GSPM launches programs in online politics and campaign strategy
The Graduate School of Political Management launched two new certificate programs this semester in hopes of attracting graduate students who hope to work on online campaigns.
State Department officials warn students about study abroad dangers
Representatives from the U.S. State Department walked a few blocks down the street Monday afternoon to give GW students tips and advice for staying safe while studying abroad.
Former student, accused of stalking professor, declared competent to stand trial
Sushila Gaur, a former GW student who is facing charges for unlawfully entering the Elliott School, was deemed competent to stand trial this week.
Professor shares advice on ‘the unfinished agenda’ at lecture
Professor Richard Skolnik spoke to over 80 students about his passion for his career in global health in a lecture called "Completing the Unfinished Agenda" on Tuesday evening.
Alex Shoucair: Cementing a Legacy
Finally! GW has actually been ranked No. 1 in something - the size of our former president's compensation.
