Back from war, a new fight
With an estimated 300 to 400 veterans studying in Foggy Bottom after leaving the war, many say the University fails to provide adequate support systems.
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University sustainability grade improves
An environmental organization rated the University significantly higher in its College Sustainability Report Card last week, noting that the school's biggest shortfalls now stem from its endowment.
City closes local homeless shelter
As the sun rose on Friday, crews moved in to load beds and tables onto trucks and board up the doors of the only homeless shelter in Northwest D.C.
O'Reilly confronts Kalb
Fox News Channel conservative commentator Bill O'Reilly discussed the rise of opinion journalism and its effects on society and democracy during The Kalb Report Saturday at the National Press Club.
Former professor sues University
A former professor of anesthesiology at the GW Medical Center is suing the University in federal court for $2 million over allegations of gender and retaliatory discrimination.
Wilson backs justice organization
Rainn Wilson stepped out of his popular "The Office" character Dwight Schrute at Lisner Auditorium to promote a legal advocacy group for women and girls who have experienced gender-based violence or discrimination.
Actress returns to GW
Actress Kerry Washington had offers to attend several conservatory schools for theater, but wanted a liberal arts education that only GW could offer.
Greeks mark 150 years
Members of Greek-letter organizations from the past 60 years gathered Friday evening at the Elliott School of International Affairs to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Greek-letter life at GW.
Officials question double majors
About 15 percent of GW students pursue a double major, a growing trend nationwide, but several administrators say the practice has few benefits after college.
Reps, politicos look to youth vote
Ensuring that young people vote on Election Day is a major priority for lawmakers and political organizations this year.
Negroponte talks Iraq
Deputy Secretary of State John Negroponte addressed the state of U.S. involvement in Iraq in an event hosted by The Middle East Policy Forum at the Elliott School of International Affairs on Thursday.
National Book Festival brings authors, literary enthusiasts to Mall
Threatening storm clouds shifted ominously over the National Mall on Saturday, but the National Book Festival carried on as a celebration of literature and creativity.
'Google Bus' helps students switch to GWMail accounts
Despite rainy weather, representatives from Google Mail arrived in the "Google Bus" on Friday to show students and alumni how to operate the e-mail service.
Family donates $10 million for cancer research at SMHS
A $10 million donation will expand cancer research, care and education at the GW Medical Center, University officials announced Wednesday.
