Student organization leaders denounce police brutality in statements
More than 40 student organizations have penned statements denouncing police brutality in support of protests occurring nationwide.
June 5, 2020
Volume 117
Stories from the June 5, 2020 issue of the GW Hatchet.
Classes to be held remotely for two weeks following Thanksgiving
Officials plan to hold classes on Labor Day and during Fall Break to reduce student travel and maximize in-person instruction time.
Bowser lowers speed limit to share street space with businesses
D.C. lowered its speed limit as city officials plan to share street space with restaurants and pedestrians to facilitate social distancing.
SMHS, MFA urge health professionals to address police brutality
SMHS and MFA leaders pledged to address racism and inequity in GW’s medical community in a statement Sunday.
SA leaders respond to protests over police brutality
Students Association leaders vowed to hold discussions surrounding recent events of police brutality and racism.
Bowser orders second curfew to pacify nighttime protests
Mayor Muriel Bowser ordered a new citywide curfew Monday as the city tries to double down on violence during police brutality protests.
Students sue Board of Trustees for tuition refunds
Two students are suing the Board of Trustees to refund tuition payments following the University’s switch to online classes.
Jack Evans doesn't deserve your vote in Tuesday's election
Councilmember Jack Evans has disgraced the city he pledged to serve – and D.C. voters should soundly reject his candidacy in Tuesday’s primary.
Black Men's Initiative urges student groups to take action in wake of police brutality
The Black Men’s Initiative released a letter urging five student groups and LeBlanc to details ways they will support the black community.
Diversity and inclusion officials address police brutality
The Office for Diversity, Equity and Community Engagement will host events for the GW community in the wake of recent instances of police brutality.