GW members of AKA celebrate sorority's centennial in Washington
Sunday, July 20
Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha at GW helped their sorority kick off its centennial celebration at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in D.C. last Monday.
Longtime Foggy Bottom resident dies at 88
Monday, July 14
Lucille Molinelli, a prominent Foggy Bottom resident known for her passionate and thoughtful relationships with the neighborhood and the University, died June 22 in her F Street residence.
Freshman killed by motorist in New Jersey
Thursday, July 10
An incoming freshman died in his hometown of Moorestown, N.J., on Tuesday when an elderly woman hit his bike with her car - just four days before his 18th birthday.
Community group appeals 20-year Campus Plan
Tuesday, July 8
The Foggy Bottom Association filed an appeal with the D.C. Zoning Commission last week, challenging their approval of the University's 20-year Campus Plan.
GW alumna dies in Iraq
Monday, June 30
A GW alumna who dedicated her life to humanitarian work died after a bomb blast in Sadr City, Iraq last Tuesday.
Bozeman prepares for life at the top
Monday, June 30
By his own account, Mike Bozeman has not missed a beat in adapting to his new position as head women's basketball coach.
Fenty says Stevens will not be sold
Thursday, June 26
The city will not sell Stevens Elementary School after it closes this summer, D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty told the Foggy Bottom Association Tuesday.
Bozeman takes over women's basketball
Tuesday, June 24, 4:00 p.m.
GW women's basketball assistant coach Mike Bozeman was introduced as the new head coach of the program Tuesday afternoon.
Student e-mail addresses will change with switch to Gmail
Sunday, June 22
All student e-mail addresses will have different domain names when GW switches to Google Mail this fall, the University announced last week.
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Man falls from GW Hospital ledge, sustains serious injuries
Sunday, July 20
A man fell from a window ledge Saturday afternoon and landed on the edge of an inflatable mat about 40 feet below, after threatening to jump for four hours.
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Administrative shake-up restructures top University positions
Sunday, June 22
Several administrative changes announced at a Board of Trustees meeting Thursday will significantly transform part of the University's executive landscape.
Clinton supporters search for a new candidate
When Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-N.Y.) conceded to Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) on June 7, GW junior and ardent Clinton supporter Daniel Boehmer had a decision to make.
Robin Williams to headline Colonials Weekend
Friday, June 13, 8:08 p.m.
Comedian Robin Williams will be the featured entertainer at this year's Colonials Weekend, University officials announced Friday.
Student diversity stands out in a stagnant admissions cycle
School officials are reporting that the incoming freshman class is one of the most ethnically diverse ever, in a year when the University failed to become more selective.
Leaders plan for float in inaugural parade
Sunday, June 22
GW may have a float in the presidential Inaugural Parade this January for the first time in almost 60 years.
New mascot premieres at Colonial Inauguration
Sunday, June 22
Little George is no more. After cheering on GW's athletic teams for 20 years, the University replaced its aging mascot this summer.
Locals: No chains at Square 54
Several weeks after the University and developer Boston Properties broke ground on the commercial and residential complex at Square 54, community members gathered to express their goals for the project.
Trachtenberg lets loose in new book about his tenure
Former University president Stephen Joel Trachtenberg was never one to hold his tongue during his tenure as GW president, but with the release of his newest book, it's clear the 71-year-old professor still has more to say.
2008 graduate named Miss D.C.
Kate Marie Grinold, who graduated from GW this spring, soon swapped her mortarboard for a tiara after winning the Miss District of Columbia Pageant.
Bikers bare it all to raise awareness
A group of nude bike riders took a cheeky approach to protesting this June in hopes of exposing more than just their bodies.
SASS program pairs freshmen, staffers
Each member of the freshman class will be assigned to a University staff member this fall, as part of a new mentoring program designed to guide students in their social and professional lives.
Groundbreaking conflicts delay SWW construction
Construction on a new wing of the School Without Walls is slated to begin this July - a year late - and a school leader cited conflicts scheduling the ceremonial groundbreaking as a major cause for the delay.
New student escaped war in Liberia
Many GW students study international conflicts, but junior Morris Sheriff is escaping one.
SA releases goals for school year
While many students are taking a break from GW, Student Association President Vishal Aswani is still on campus this summer, taking steps to address campaign promises and goals for his presidency.
A month by month look at last year's news
In October, satirical ant-Muslim posters. In November, swastikas. In March, Clinton delivers her infamous Bosnia gaffe. In April, the Pope parades through campus. And in May, a fire in a residence hall.
University receives $1 million donation for library collection, sponsored professorship
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A prominent Taiwanese businessman donated $1 million to the University to create a permanent library collection focused on Taiwan and a sponsored professorship in the English department.
SuperShuttle discount available for students and faculty
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Students can now travel on a national airport shuttle service at discounted rates, Student Association leaders announced last month.
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