GW Hospital not ranked on U.S. News best hospital list

Newsroom Blog
By Parth Kotak Thursday

GW Hospital was not among the top 10 best D.C.-area hospitals on U.S. News & World Report’s 2018-19 rankings.

Capital Bikeshare to debut electric bikes

Newsroom Blog
By Parth Kotak Thursday

The District Department of Transportation announced on Twitter Monday that Capital Bikeshare will add electric bicycles to its fleet.

Metro advises riders: Avoid the Orange, Silver and Blue lines

Newsroom Blog
By Meredith Roaten August 9

Metro is encouraging Orange, Silver and Blue line riders to find alternate transportation for the next two weeks during construction work.

Men's basketball nonconference slate brings fewer familiar opponents

Courtside
By Barbara Alberts and Kerri Corcoran Tuesday

The Colonials will play just three teams from last season’s nonconference slate, when they went 7–6 before heading into Atlantic 10 play.

GW to run new hospital in Southeast D.C.

Newsroom Blog
By Meredith Roaten Sunday

GW will contribute more than $75 million over 10 years to the construction of a new hospital in Southeast D.C.

News

'Special' Metro train for protesters prompts backlash

By Sarah Roach Tuesday

Members of the D.C. Council and Metro’s largest union are criticizing the Metro for providing white nationalist protesters a private train Sunday.

'We do matter': White nationalist protesters march through campus

By Liz Provencher Monday

About 25 supporters exited the Foggy Bottom Metro Station and were immediately engulfed by hundreds of counterprotesters.

Counterprotesters outnumber 'Unite the Right' rally participants

By Leah Potter Sunday

Thousands of counterprotesters gathered outside of the White House Sunday afternoon to oppose the second “Unite the Right” rally.

LeBlanc condemns upcoming white nationalist rally

By Dani Grace August 10

LeBlanc urged students to condemn racial and religious intolerance ahead of a white nationalist rally in D.C. this weekend.

Students use 'Unite the Right' rally to fundraise for anti-hate group

By Sarah Roach August 10

Two students launched an online fundraiser to raise money for an anti-hate group ahead of a white nationalist rally in D.C. Sunday.

Police make arrest in Foggy Bottom sexual assault case

By Parth Kotak Tuesday

MPD officers arrested a man Thursday that they believe committed four sexual assaults in Northwest D.C.

Student groups urge GW to keep 'Unite the Right' protesters off campus

By Sarah Roach Sunday

Eleven student groups called on officials to “take the necessary steps” to keep white nationalist protesters off campus.

Sexual assaults in NW DC could be connected: police

By Parth Kotak August 9

MPD officers are investigating whether a string of sexual assaults in Foggy Bottom and Dupont Circle this summer may be connected.

Culture

Weekend outlook – Catch a summer blockbuster at an outdoor screening

By Margot Dynes Thursday

Take advantage of outdoor spaces around the District this weekend with a free movie screening, expansive food festival and outdoor stadium concert.

The Meatball Shop will serve namesake, edgy menu to the District

By Lindsay Paulen Thursday

Just as the name implies, The Meatball Shop exclusively serves meatballs, which can be topped with a variety of sauces.

Dish of the Week: Duke's Grocery's truffle mac and cheese

By Lindsay Paulen August 9

Next time you go to reach for a box of mac and cheese, put it back on the shelf and head to Duke’s Grocery.

Weekend outlook – Shimmy to Shakira at the Capital One Arena

By Kathryn Kline August 9

This weekend, catch a musical on a limited run in the District before shaking off your woes with the “Waka Waka” singer, Shakira.

Cookie dough by the scoop comes to Georgetown

By Lindsay Paulen August 3

Cookie dough is typically eaten in sneaky spoonfuls before it is baked. But at a new Georgetown storefront, scoops of dough are the main event.

Opinions
Kiran Hoeffner-Shah

The president's attacks on the media affect students, too

The president’s rhetoric goes further than attacking national media outlets – it disrupts journalism on all levels.
Kiran Hoeffner-Shah

Best and worst from this week's headlines

Schools around the country, including public schools in D.C., are considering metal detector use following the shooting in Parkland, Fla.
Kiran Hoeffner-Shah

Best and worst from this week's headlines

The response of students, residents and District officials toward the second “Unite the Right” rally shows the best of D.C.
Alejandra Velazquez

Satirical products dangerously neutralize political messages

We have to stop buying merchandise that distracts from current events and neutralizes harmful messages.
Renee Pineda

Best and worst from this week's headlines

As the start of the academic year draws closer, education has dominated news headlines.
Renee Pineda

Best and worst from this week's headlines

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam condemned an approved plan to arm teachers and staff in a rural school district this week.

Sports

Smith Center to host WNBA playoff games

By Barbara Alberts August 11

The Mystics clinched a spot in the playoffs in a 103–98 victory against the Phoenix Mercury Tuesday.

Zeigler to play overseas with Scottish professional team

By Kerri Corcoran August 9

In his year as a Colonial, Zeigler shot a team-leading 62.6 percent from the field and collected 28 dunks to lead the squad.

Senior rower finishes third at international collegiate competition

By Kerri Corcoran Monday

Valen Fey represented the United States at the World University Rowing Championships over the weekend.

Winkler named head softball coach

By Kerri Corcoran August 10

Shane Winkler holds the program wins record at Charleston Southern with 261 and led the team to their first NCAA playoffs in 2014.

Arnold joins swimming and diving coaching staff

By Kerri Corcoran August 4

The former assistant swimming coach at St. Bonaventure will move to GW and serve in the same role.

Video

LGBTQ dance party held to protest 'Unite the Right'

By Katherine Abughazaleh Sunday

Members of the LGBTQ community danced from Dupont Circle toward Lafayette Square in protest of Sunday’s “Unite the Right” rally.

Thousands gather for 'End Family Separation' protest

By Arianna Dunham June 30

Thousands of demonstrators rallied in the sweltering heat to protest the Trump Administration’s immigration policies in Lafayette Square Saturday.

The Hatchet's guide to D.C. public transportation

By Arianna Dunham June 11

Here’s a guide on how to navigate all of the public transportation options available to help you explore the District during your first year at GW.

Podcasts

'Getting to the Bottom of It:' Welcoming the Class of 2022 to campus

By Leah Potter and Meredith Roaten June 11

Listen to Hatchet staff members give their advice for incoming freshmen and run down some of the most important news from the past year.

'Getting to the Bottom of It:' Graduating on the National Mall

By Leah Potter and Meredith Roaten May 21

Listen to The Hatchet’s news team talk about this year’s commencement ceremony and graduates’ plans after graduation.

'Getting to the Bottom of It': Proposing new Title IX policies

By Leah Potter and Meredith Roaten May 14

News editors update us on the University’s proposed updates to Title IX policies and students’ concerns about undergraduate research for social sciences.