Volume 105, Issue 28
Stories from the November 20, 2008 issue of the GW Hatchet. View a PDF version of this issue.
Meseret Bekele, owner of the Foggy Bottom Grocery on F Street, said she goes to work every day in fear of being robbed again. A man with a gun entered the grocery on Oct. 10 and stole more than $500 after forcing Bekele at gunpoint to the basement, where the store’s safe was kept, according […]
University of Dreams University of Dreams offers an internship placement program that allows students to apply for positions in major cities such as New York, D.C., Chicago, Los Angeles and even Barcelona and Hong Kong. Not only does the program secure an internship, but it also sets up housing, meals, weekend activities and transportation to […]
Just two minutes had elapsed in the GW men’s basketball team’s game against Binghamton University Wednesday when Wynton Witherspoon intercepted a Bearcat pass. Witherspoon sprinted down the floor with one BU player to beat – but instead of trying to score himself, he bounced a behind-the-back pass to a trailing Damian Hollis. Hollis grabbed the […]
Anne Wernikoff/assistant photo editor Passengers formed a line around the block in front of the Foggy Bottom Metro Station to use one escalator as a result of broken escalators during rush hour Wednesday night.
University President Steven Knapp discussed the growth of Greek-letter life on campus and its effects on the University at the second annual Greek Summit on Tuesday. The discussion was organized by the president’s office to convene a dialogue between the administration and the Greek-letter community. Knapp said he has been amazed with Greek-letter life on […]
In the midst of rapidly crumbling relations between Bolivia and the United States, left-wing Bolivian President Evo Morales told an audience at American Tuesday night that he looks forward to forging ties with President-elect Barack Obama – in his first speech ever in the District. GW’s Latin and hemispheric studies department co-sponsored the event, along […]
Thursday Gobble Fest!!! – A Thanksgiving Relay Celebrate the upcoming holiday by taking part in a relay to see who can make five traditional Thanksgiving dishes first. $20 per team 7 p.m. Kogan Plaza Friday Kazakh National Folk Orchestra “Otrat Sazy” Hear traditional music of Kazakhstan from the masters of nomadic music. 6 p.m. Jack […]
Students sometimes pride themselves on juggling more internships than classes, but for those who have yet to step foot in the rat race, finding a position can seem daunting. Whether you’re a freshman salivating over the opportunity of running around Capitol Hill or a senior with a full résumé, here’s a quick guide on some […]
Brazilian Ambassador Antonio de Aguiar Patriota touched on his country’s economy and its relationship with the United States in a speech at the Elliott School of International Affairs Tuesday afternoon. While relations between the United States and many Latin American countries have become strained in recent years, he painted Brazil’s ties with the U.S. in […]
The School of Media and Public Affairs? $21 million. Duqu?s Hall? $56 million. The new GW Hospital? $96 million. So what kind of building would you expect for around $300 million? On the off chance you answered, “GW’s proposed science center that will replace the parking garage at the corner of 22nd and H streets,” […]