Calls to abolish police ignore the harsh reality of crime
The need for police reform is clear, but abolishing the police would hurt the people it is intended to help.
May 10, 2021
Volume 118, Issue 2
Stories from the May 10, 2021 issue of the GW Hatchet. View a PDF version of this issue.
The New York Times tops GW's digital news subscriptions: data
Students, faculty and staff received free digital access to The New York Times, the Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal last fall.
Traffic deaths nearly double since this time last year
Traffic fatalities in the District have nearly doubled so far this calendar year compared to this time last year.
Viral social media moments from the past four years
For the graduating class of 2021, we’ve compiled some standout cultural moments that went viral while you were in college.
Budget surplus could boost research in long term, experts say
As faculty call for more research funds, experts said directing money to a surplus can support GW’s long-term research offerings.
Outgoing senate parliamentarian reflects on 13-year tenure
Charnovitz has held the position of senate parliamentarian longer than anyone else in the senate’s history.
Ramadan celebration goes virtual with new MSA programming
The Muslim Student Association created new events and initiatives to plan for an entirely virtual month of celebrations during April and May.
Professor developing project to increase energy justice
Elliott School research professor Robert Orttung is working with members of four GW schools to bring clean and cheap energy to Wards 7 and 8.
Faculty salaries drop at GW, nationwide during pandemic, data shows
Professors earned a lower average salary this academic year, part of a national trend due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Introducing The Hatchet's Volume 118 editorial board
When big things happen that affect students, the editorial board tries to make sense of it all and spark discussion.