January 31, 2011

Offense has been a problem for the men’s basketball team this season, especially in the second half. The Colonials came into Saturday afternoon’s game against Saint Louis riding a four-game losing streak during which the team hadn’t once outscored its opponent in the second half. But things changed for the Colonials in Saturday’s game against […]

Obtaining a 4-RIDE may become easier in the coming months, as the University works to finalize a contract to automate the shuttle service. The automated service will allow students to request rides online or through a PDA – in addition to calling in. Those who request a ride will also receive text message notifications with […]

I was a bit surprised by the decision Student Judicial Services reached at the conclusion of its investigation into the Greek-life community’s numerous allegations of hazing. Surprised, I think, and a little bit confused. To be fair, this could all be my fault. You see, my personal belief was that when GW said it has […]

The University Honors Program will begin accepting rising sophomores next fall, a reversal of a two-year policy that barred everyone but incoming freshmen from entering the selective program. Admitted sophomores will be enrolled in an extensive catch-up course, but administrators said the new students – who have until Feb. 25 to apply – will be […]

Sometimes it seems as though there is a gap between the needs of the student body and the actions of the University administration. From the major on-campus issues we think require principal priority (see: Gelman Library) to the less substantial but still gripe-worthy inconveniences (see: GWireless timeouts), the importance of having a student-to-administration messenger is […]

Part-time Italian-language professor Diego Fasolini is set to appear in federal court Tuesday, allowing his counsel to update the court on the progress of the professor’s plea agreement with the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Fasolini, 42, his lawyer, Shawn Moore, and the U.S. Attorney prosecuting the case, David Kent, have been attempting to settle the case […]

An irresponsible claim against Chris Clark While a canceled meeting and miscommunication is irresponsible and a poor decision, the Jan. 27, staff editorial, “Putting SA Duties First” made an irresponsible claim that Student Association Finance Chair Chris Clark intentionally and maliciously decided to skip a meeting with students. This is untrue and should be corrected. […]

More men accepted bids during the Interfraternity Council’s spring rush this year, even as two of the largest fraternities on campus sat out of rush activities. The participating 14 chapters welcomed 111 new members after last week’s rush process, a slight increase from the 100 men who joined last spring. Interfraternity Council President Frank Gervasio […]

While students planned for yet another Thursday night, six GW dance teams brought the Lisner Auditorium stage to life with six unique dance forms for Class Council’s third annual dance competition, REPRESENT. GW Raas, GW Ballroom, Capital Funk, GW Chamak, Balance and GW Bhangra performed for an ecstatic audience and a panel of judges for […]

Terrapins top men’s tennis handily on the road The men’s tennis team fell to Maryland Saturday, losing 6-1 in College Park, Md. The Terrapins dominated the doubles matches, sweeping the Colonials to earn the doubles point. Senior Richard Blumenfeld and Viktor Svensson fought hard against Maryland, but ultimately fell 8-5 as Svensson battled through an […]