FBI searches Evans' home, councilmembers call for his removal

Newsroom Blog
By Lia DeGroot Sunday

The FBI searched Ward 2 D.C. Councilmember Jack Evans’ home less than a week after admitting to using his Metro chairmanship for financial gain.

Parents take years to accept LGB children, study finds

Newsroom Blog
By Paige Morse Sunday

David Huebner and Kathleen Roche, two associate professors of prevention and community health, found that parents often take years to accept lesbian, gay or bisexual children.

ANC votes to fund H Street pedestrian safety study

Newsroom Blog
By Jared Gans and Zach Schonfeld Thursday

Local politicians voiced concerns about President Donald Trump’s Fourth of July celebration and approved two transportation measures at a meeting Wednesday.

Rizzotti named assistant women's basketball coach for 2020 Olympics

Courtside
By Emily Maise Thursday

The 2020 Olympics mark Rizzotti’s second time at the games after serving as a scout and court coach in the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Dish of the Week: Fruitive's Maca Berry Bowl

Culture
By Meredith Roaten Thursday

South Block may be closed for the summer, but you can head to Fruitive for refreshing smoothie bowls like the Maca Berry Bowl – our pick for dish of the week.

News

Evans to resign as Metro board chair next week

By Ilena Peng and Zach Schonfeld Thursday

D.C. Ward 2 Councilmember Jack Evans will step down as chairman of the Metro’s Board of Directors next week.

Officials discuss plans for Thurston renovations

By Zach Schonfeld Wednesday

Officials will expand tap access to residence halls and adjust enrollment while Thurston Hall undergoes renovations at the end of next academic year.

Local politicians demand funding for LGBTQ programs

By Jared Gans Yesterday

A group of neighborhood leaders is demanding more funding for programs to protect the local LGBTQ community amid several episodes of violence against LGBTQ individuals.

Person steals bike outside of Lerner Hall

By Lia DeGroot Sunday

A person stole a Capital Bikeshare bike outside of Lerner Hall Friday, according to a Metropolitan Police Department report.

Person steals wallet at Duke's Grocery

By Lia DeGroot Saturday

A person stole a woman’s wallet at Duke’s grocery Thursday, according to a Metropolitan Police Department report.

Faculty leaders urge officials to select next CCAS dean

By Jared Gans Thursday

More than 10 current and former Faculty Senate members criticized University President Thomas LeBlanc for suspending the search for the next CCAS dean.

Silver Line construction two months behind schedule

By Lia DeGroot Wednesday

The Metro’s six-station Silver Line extension project has been delayed an additional two months, according to an official progress report.

GW alumnus tapped as acting defense secretary

By Paige Morse Wednesday

President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Mark Esper, who holds a doctorate from GW, will take over as acting defense secretary.

Culture

Weekend Outlook – Celebrate the Summer Solstice at a Smithsonian

By Brianna Massey Thursday

Start your weekend with an exhibit honoring the Stonewall Riots, then head to one of the Smithsonians in celebration of the summer solstice Saturday.

Call Your Mother to add second storefront in Georgetown

By Sidney Lee Thursday

Less than a year after the neighborhood bagel shop debuted its first location at 3301 Georgia Ave. NW in October, the shop will expand to Georgetown.

Weekend Outlook — Visit Corcoran's historical art exhibit

By Sidney Lee June 13

Walk to the Flagg Building Friday for a new Corcoran exhibition, visit D.C.’s inaugural Strawberry Festival and poke fun at President Donald Trump’s tweets.

Dish of the week: Roy Boys' rainbow ice cream tacos

By Sarah Roach June 13

Throughout June, Roy Boys is whipping up “Rainbow Crunch” ice cream tacos to honor Pride Month.

Photos: Thousands flock to Dupont for Capital Pride Parade

By Dean Whitelaw and Jack Fonseca June 8

Thousands of onlookers and marchers flooded the streets of Dupont Circle for the annual Capital Pride Parade Saturday.

Opinions
Kiran Hoeffner-Shah

GW, follow Harvard's lead: Don't be afraid to remove students who are racist

GW should not let racists into our school, even if they apologize and insist they have changed after being caught.
Hannah Thacker

Best and worst from this week’s headlines

While a sociology professor became the first African to write a biography of Nelson Mandela, councilmember Jack Evans is under fire once again.
Kiran Hoeffner-Shah

Best and worst from this week’s headlines

While Jack Evans’ growing competition might dim his chances of reelection, another top administrator is packing up her bags.

Jina Park

Summer courses give students a more intimate class experience

Students who want a smaller, more intimate class that does not take up too much free time should enroll in a summer course.
Hannah Thacker

Best and worst from this week’s headlines

While the GW Research Studies Center came under fire for alleged right-wing bias, SEAS has a new incoming dean.

Kiran Hoeffner-Shah

Best and worst from this week’s headlines

A new study found that school mascots hinder campus community and decrease donations, and the University lost another administrator.

Sports

A-10 unveils men's basketball schedule pairings

By Belle Long Thursday

The Colonials are slated for home-and-home series against Duquesne, Fordham, St. Bonaventure, Richmond and George Mason.

Volleyball announces 2019 slate

By Belle Long Thursday

The 2019 volleyball season will feature three tournaments, 11 home games and 14 conference matchups.

Women's soccer adds offense to 2019 roster

By Emily Maise Saturday

Three transfers and two incoming freshmen will round out the Colonials’ eight new additions to the 2019-20 roster.

Smith Center scoreboard to be replaced next season

By Emily Maise June 14

GW will retire its scoreboard after nearly a decade in the Smith Center’s rafters.

Baseball duo continue postseason honors with All-Region nods

By Emily Maise June 13

The pair extended the Colonials’ streak of sending multiple players to the ABCA/Rawlings East All-Regional teams to four years.

Video

Participants and attendees gather for annual Capital Pride Parade

By Jacob Folvag June 9

Thousands gathered for the annual Capital Pride Parade Saturday to celebrate LGBTQ identities.

Departing editors look back on their time at The Hatchet

By Danny Schapiro, Dante Schulz and Jake Folvag May 17

Graduating editors took some time to reflect on their experiences at The Hatchet.

Dozens of embassies open to the public for tours, performances

By Heidi Estrada May 5

Dozens of embassies opened their doors to the public Saturday to hold tours and showcase performances.

Podcasts

'Getting to the Bottom of It' Throwing caps off for the Class of 2019

By Meredith Roaten May 20

On this week’s episode, assistant news editor Lia DeGroot recounts the Class of 2019’s graduation ceremony on the National Mall.

'Getting to the Bottom of It': Addressing sewage leaks in psychology building

By Meredith Roaten May 13

Assistant news editor Jared Gans spoke with more than 15 faculty and staff who have complained about conditions in the psychology department building.

‘Getting to the Bottom of It’: Cutting daily costs for students

By Meredith Roaten April 29

Student Association President Ashley Le talks about her work with administrators and SA leaders to cut costs of printing, laundry and rental rooms.