Administrator named permanent vice president and general counsel
Interim University President Mark Wrighton appointed Charles Barber as permanent vice president and general counsel.
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University reports uptick in COVID-19 cases
University officials reported nearly 300 positive COVID-19 cases this week out of about 10,000 total tests.
Lerner to close until mid-fall for HVAC, equipment upgrades
The gym, pool, basketball courts and wellness center will close until at least mid-fall as officials perform “extensive” HVAC updates and equipment upgrades.
Health experts call on OSHA for stricter COVID-19 standards
Public Health have signed a letter calling for the OSHA to implement stronger health standards that will better protect healthcare workers.
Crime log: Suspect returns baked goods to 7-Eleven after alleged theft
GW Police Department officers responded to reports of a theft and came in contact with the man, who returned baked goods to the 7-Eleven.
Students protest leaked Roe v. Wade draft opinion
More than a dozen students said they felt compelled to protest at the Courts this week, despite many balancing final exams.
Trustees could announce moniker change this week
Board Chair Grace Speights said trustees would announce their decision on the Colonials moniker renaming by the end of the academic year.
BSU plans to continue strengthening ties to GW, local universities
BSU re-elected Gianna Cook as president and appointed five students to the e-board as the organization transitioned to new leadership last month.
Officials issue updates on diversity, hiring, health care enterprise
Officials provided updates on the searches for top administrative positions that they expect to fill by the fall during a Faculty Senate meeting Friday.
Students largely absent from push to improve shared governance
Faculty, staff and trustees have worked to develop an understanding of shared governance this past year, while students have remained absent from the process.