Law professor named to task force on domestic violence during COVID-19
A law professor was appointed to a task force examining the rise in domestic violence cases during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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BSU letter demands GWPD reforms
The Black Student Union published a letter calling on GWPD to adopt a slew of changes aimed at improving the relationship between students and officers.
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.
ANC commissioners urge Bowser to extend curfew in light of voting day
Nearly 40 local leaders penned a letter to Bowser Tuesday urging her to extend the citywide curfew to allow voters to cast their ballots.
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.
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.