The GW Hatchet

Administrative hires and replacements this summer, explained

This summer, two officials left the student affairs office, trustees elected a new leader and administrators created two positions to govern finances and HR.

The Hatchet’s 2019 Orientation Guide

Culture

Monday

Read The Hatchet’s orientation guide for a glimpse into campus life for first-year students.

GW renovates psychology building after receiving fine

Newsroom Blog

By Jared Gans Sunday

The University was fined about $1,000 by the D.C. Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs for sewage problems in the psychology department building.

Medical school names first female dean in history

Newsroom Blog

By Shannon Mallard Yesterday

Barbara Lee Bass, a former faculty member and surgical resident, will become the first female leader of the medical school.

Fired Planned Parenthood president to teach at Milken

Newsroom Blog

By Shannon Mallard Wednesday

A former professor and research director in the School of Medicine and Health Sciences will return to GW after being removed as Planned Parenthood president.

News

Lexus crashes into truck at 24th and H streets

By Lizzie Mintz Yesterday

A two-car accident occurred at 24th and H streets Thursday morning, according to a man involved in the incident.

Chatbot to provide instant answers to technology questions

By Amy Liu Sunday

The new chatbot, MARTHA, can search informational articles, submit repair requests, answer frequently asked questions and provide instructional support.

Medical school debuts leadership-focused health sciences program

By Shannon Mallard Sunday

Officials in the medical school will launch a leadership-focused doctoral health sciences program beginning in fall 2020.

Fall orientation focused on including families, building connections

By Lizzie Mintz Sunday

Incoming students will participate in a first-of-its-kind orientation focused on building connections between transfer and first-year students this week.

Evans threatened Metro officials aiding ethics probe

By Lizzie Mintz and Zach Schonfeld Sunday

Ward 2 Councilmember Jack Evans threatened WMATA officials with termination to suppress an ethics probe into his business dealings.

Person steals more than $2,000 from Chick-Fil-A

By Lia DeGroot 5 hours ago

A person stole more than $2,000 in deposits from the Chick-Fil-A in District House Monday, according to a police report.

Three fire trucks respond to fire in Amsterdam Hall

By Lia DeGroot Tuesday

Amsterdam Hall residents were evacuated Tuesday night after a microwave caught fire on the ninth floor, D.C. Fire and Emergency Services officials said.

Officials to axe fixed tuition policy for Class of 2024

By Lizzie Mintz and Zach Schonfeld Monday

Incoming students next fall will no longer pay a fixed tuition rate during their tenure at the University, according to a release Monday.

Culture

Quiz: What student organizations should you join?

By Molly Kaiser Monday

Take this quiz to ascertain what kind of student organization you might enjoy and what your choices are here at GW.

Perks of being a first-year: Opportunities exclusive to freshmen

By Arielle Ostry Monday

Before your freshman year ends, take advantage of events and programs designed to help you explore D.C. and grow academically in your first year on campus.

A guide to D.C. public transportation for freshmen

By Molly Kaiser Monday

You shouldn’t rely on Uber or Lyft to get around the city. Here are some of the most efficient transportation options to get around D.C.

Cooking without a kitchen: Ways to meal prep in your room

By Anna Boone Monday

To avoid the communal kitchen while sticking to a budget, here are some tried-and-true tips for cooking in the comfort of your own residence hall room.

Freshman hotspots to frequent during your first year

By Zilana Lee Monday

Here’s how to navigate a few hotspots where you will probably be spending the bulk of your freshman year.

Opinions

Colette Bruder

Adjusting to college is more important than dating

You will have your entire life to date many people or find your soulmate, but freshman year, you should focus on yourself.

Jack Murphy

Essay: Finding community as an LGBTQ student is worth the extra effort

Finding community as a queer person is emotionally and mentally taxing. Even in an inclusive city, the perfect community does not just come together.

Editorial Board

GW should explain its string of University of Miami hires

By filling administrative vacancies with former colleagues of LeBlanc, the University is creating a culture of nepotism and possibly passing on more qualified candidates.

Kiran Hoeffner-Shah

The best and worst from this week’s headlines

Officials granted student employees paid sick time, but GW was once again left off a list of the most politically active universities in the country.

Hannah Thacker

Best and worst from this week’s headlines

The GW Hospital was named one of the top D.C.-area hospitals, but the District was ranked one of the most expensive cities in the world.

Kiran Hoeffner-Shah

Best and worst from this week's headlines

The ANC is speeding up the GW Hospital’s helipad construction, while one alum’s discrimination complaint calls for better treatment of non-tenured faculty.

Sports