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The GW Hatchet

GW may have ‘failed’ to effectively respond to discrimination, Title VI complaints: OCR report
By Jennifer Igbonoba, News Editor • April 7, 2025
The Department of Education Office for Civil Rights identified “concerns” in the University’s response to reports of discrimination and a hostile environment and unfair treatment in the student conduct process, according to a resolution agreement obtained by The Hatchet.
Election commission cracks down on candidate campaign violations
By Natalie Note, Staff Writer • April 7, 2025
Members of the Joint Elections Commission said a lack of interest in joining the body has resulted in last-minute policy changes, which Student Government Association candidates said has caused confusion ahead of this week's election.
Thousands of protesters pack National Mall for ‘Hands Off’ rally rebuking Trump
By Rory Quealy and Sachini Adikari April 7, 2025
Tens of thousands of protesters crowded around the Washington Monument on Saturday afternoon to rally against President Donald Trump and adviser Elon Musk’s “authoritarian overreach."
Kennedy Center leaders dismantle Social Impact initiative weeks after Trump takeover
By Bryson Kloesel, Staff Writer • April 7, 2025
Multiple artists and partners linked with equity programming said they didn’t receive warning from Kennedy Center officials ahead of the elimination of the Social Impact division. 
A member of the Student Government Association holds a gavel at a meeting.
Former SGA leaders weigh powers, restraints of governing body’s top post
By Molly St. Clair, Assistant News Editor • April 7, 2025
Former student government leaders said support from officials often defined their ability to accomplish big-ticket agenda items during their terms, reinforcing a relationship in which student leaders must accept the boundaries of their own power.
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GW may have ‘failed’ to effectively respond to discrimination, Title VI complaints: OCR report
By Jennifer Igbonoba, News Editor • April 7, 2025
The Department of Education Office for Civil Rights identified “concerns” in the University’s response to reports of discrimination and a hostile environment and unfair treatment in the student conduct process, according to a resolution agreement obtained by The Hatchet.
Protesters clap during a speech in front of the Washington Monument.
Thousands of protesters pack National Mall for ‘Hands Off’ rally rebuking Trump
By Rory Quealy and Sachini Adikari April 7, 2025
Tens of thousands of protesters crowded around the Washington Monument on Saturday afternoon to rally against President Donald Trump and adviser Elon Musk’s “authoritarian overreach."
Sunlight streams into the lobby of the Kennedy Center.
Kennedy Center leaders dismantle Social Impact initiative weeks after Trump takeover
By Bryson Kloesel, Staff Writer • April 7, 2025
Multiple artists and partners linked with equity programming said they didn’t receive warning from Kennedy Center officials ahead of the elimination of the Social Impact division. 
The entrance to the Graduate School of Education and Human Development on G Street.
GSEHD faculty compensation undervalues discipline, exposes financial limits: professors
By Tyler Iglesias, Assistant News Editor • April 7, 2025
GSEHD faculty say their pay does not reflect their credentials or the value they bring to the University but are reflective of market conditions and revenue problems at the school.
A representative of the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences offers pens to students during Giving Day celebrations in Kogan Plaza.
Giving Day rakes in $2 million of donations from alumni, faculty, families
By Martina Xing, Reporter • April 7, 2025
The University received $2,023,869 in donations between Wednesday and Thursday during its annual Giving Day, raising $200,000 more than last year and setting a record for highest amount of donations received since the program’s onset.
Liz Stoddard for vice president
Liz Stoddard for vice president
By Editorial Board April 7, 2025
It is the Student Government Association’s vice president who serves as the binding force between senators, the SGA president and students. With her experience as SGA Senate pro tempore, we believe sophomore Liz Stoddard is the right person for the job.
Ethan Lynne for president
Ethan Lynne for president
By Editorial Board April 7, 2025
Ethan Lynne said he knows better than anyone how to get things done for GW students. We agree.
Perspective: The themes of ‘The White Lotus’ aren’t just on TV, they’re on campus
By Ava Hurwitz, Opinions Writer • April 7, 2025
In the show "The White Lotus," the guests of the hotel are living in the height of luxury. The hotel attracts guests from all over the world who indulge in its lavish amenities while navigating personal conflicts, unspoken hierarchies and transactional friendships — sound familiar? 
Cartoon: Cherry blossoms bloom, my lungs meet their doom
Cartoon: Cherry blossoms bloom, my lungs meet their doom
By Caroline Morrelli, Staff Cartoonist • April 3, 2025
A cartoon inspired by the allergies that emerge in the spring season.
Perspective: Why I left my internship at the Kennedy Center
By Aaliyah Guzman, Opinions Writer • March 31, 2025
After mulling it over, I decided that working at the Kennedy Center is not aligned with who I am. 
Perspective: Our post-pandemic world lacks respect
By Alexia Green, Opinions Writer • March 31, 2025
Our world has transitioned back to a new normal where people have kept their isolation tendencies by being antisocial, ignorant toward others and forgetting they are a part of a larger community.
An overview of the GW Lacrosse field during a game in 2024.
Lacrosse takes down Youngstown State for second-consecutive win
By Ben Spitalny, Sports Editor • April 7, 2025
After trailing 5-1 early, the Revolutionaries dominated the second and third quarters.
The baseball team sound crew and announcers play the baseball players’ walk-up songs from the announcers booth.
The bars behind the bats of GW baseball
By Fiona Riley and Ryan Jainchill April 7, 2025
To the GW baseball team, selecting walk-up songs is a tradition they take pride in, especially during its lengthy 55-game seasons. 
Column: From March Madness dreams to offseason schemes, men’s basketball could soar
By Syd Heise, Sports Columnist • April 7, 2025
After a positive finish this year, this offseason will be key as Head Coach Chris Caputo looks to build a winning roster.
Redshirt junior forward Rafael Castro attempts to score a basket during today's game against Boise St.
Viva Loss Vegas: Men’s basketball season ends in Crown tournament first-round defeat
By Ben Spitalny and Ryan Jainchill March 31, 2025
Leading the way offensively for the Revs’ was sophomore guard Trey Autry, who notched 16 points on 5-10 shooting.
The men's club ultimate frisbee team stands in a huddle during a tournament at Potomac Park Fields wearing the team's current uniforms.
Club sports teams shift to new uniform requirements, transition to online platform
By Nolan Grejda, Reporter • March 31, 2025
Club sports team leaders said new University rules for club sports teams, including uniform regulations and a transition to a new online administrative platform, has sparked adjustments for players.
Meet the 2025 SGA vice presidential candidates
Meet the 2025 SGA vice presidential candidates
By Axcel Sanchez, Eduardo Gonzalez Del Valle, Ethan Valliath, Marcel Richardson Villenas, Nicholas Aguirre Zafiro, Sophia Escobar and Renee Purcait April 8, 2025
The 2025 Student Government Association vice presidential candidates, Claire Avalos and Liz Stoddard, made their cases about the policies they'd enact and the experiences they bring to support the student body.
Meet the 2025 SGA presidential candidates
Meet the 2025 SGA presidential candidates
By Axcel Sanchez, Eduardo Gonzalez Del Valle, Ethan Valliath, Marcel Richardson Villenas, Nicholas Aguirre Zafiro, Sophia Escobar and Renee Purcait April 7, 2025
2025 SGA presidential candidates talked about their fitness for the job and goals set under their administration.
Competitors, visitors, locals fly high at Blossom Kite Festival
Competitors, visitors, locals fly high at Blossom Kite Festival
By Ananya Gondesi, Karolina Montalvo, Nicholas Aguirre Zafiro and Serena Long April 3, 2025
Attendees gathered on Saturday for the Kite Blossom Festival, flying kites against the backdrop of the Washington Monument and cherry blossoms.
Former SGA presidents provide updates on post-presidencies, give advice to current candidates
By Max Porter, Podcast Host • April 7, 2025
On this episode of Getting to the Bottom of It, host Max Porter speaks with past Student Government Association presidents about life after office.
Ukrainian-American student dives into Russo-Ukrainian War peace talks, personal impact
By Max Porter, Podcast Host • March 30, 2025

On this episode of Getting to the Bottom of It, host Max Porter speaks with Vladyslav Zaytsev, a first-year and a member of the GW Ukrainian-American...

GW alum talks work on upcoming memorial honoring slain journalists
By Max Porter and Aidan Farrell March 3, 2025
On this episode of Getting to the Bottom of It, host Max Porter speaks with reporter Aidan Farrell about his conversation with Alan Harwood, an urban planner who has helped plan the Fallen Journalist Memorial in D.C.
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