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Crime log: Theft, fraud as students head home
By Bryson Kloesel, Contributing News Editor • May 19, 2025

Fraud 1D/Fraud Off Campus Reported 5/12/25 Closed Case – Off-campus incident. Theft II/From Building Shenkman Hall Reported...

Occupational therapy program graduates inaugural cohort amid increased enrollment, visibility
By Dylan Ebs, Assistant News Editor • May 19, 2025
In three years, the entry-level occupational therapy program has enrolled over 70 students and earned a No. 30 national ranking.
GW reverts to staggered summer sessions for new student orientation
By Ryan Saenz, Assistant News Editor • May 19, 2025
University officials shifted New Student Orientation back to summer sessions, introducing the incoming Class of 2029 to GW over the summer, which orientation leaders called "welcome news" and incoming first-year students said did not impact their excitement to come to GW.
TRAiLS alleges officials have withheld over $80,000 in group’s trip revenue since 2022
By Rory Quealy, Managing Director • May 19, 2025
GW TRAiLS leaders said they’ve had a yearslong back-and-forth with the University over a “coding error” in the organization’s management software that placed $80,717 of participant fees from TRAiLS trips since fall 2022 in a GW-operated account instead of TRAiLS’s, blocking the group’s access to their funds.
Graduates stand for the national anthem on the National Mall Sunday during University Commencement.
Commencement speakers impel Class of 2025 to lead with conviction, question status quo
By Bryson Kloesel and Gianna Jakubowski May 19, 2025
During her charge, University President Ellen Granberg pushed graduates to “go boldly" and "raise high” as they enter a world in need of what she called "revolutionary" leadership.
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Crime log: Theft, fraud as students head home
By Bryson Kloesel, Contributing News Editor • May 19, 2025

Fraud 1D/Fraud Off Campus Reported 5/12/25 Closed Case – Off-campus...

Students picnic during 2024's National Mall Kickback as part of new student orientation.
GW reverts to staggered summer sessions for new student orientation
By Ryan Saenz, Assistant News Editor • May 19, 2025
University officials shifted New Student Orientation back to summer sessions, introducing the incoming Class of 2029 to GW over the summer, which orientation leaders called "welcome news" and incoming first-year students said did not impact their excitement to come to GW.
GW TRAiLS poses for a photo during a hike in Shenandoah National Park.
TRAiLS alleges officials have withheld over $80,000 in group’s trip revenue since 2022
By Rory Quealy, Managing Director • May 19, 2025
GW TRAiLS leaders said they’ve had a yearslong back-and-forth with the University over a “coding error” in the organization’s management software that placed $80,717 of participant fees from TRAiLS trips since fall 2022 in a GW-operated account instead of TRAiLS’s, blocking the group’s access to their funds.
School of Medicine & Health Sciences graduate Natalia Anzaldúa at University Commencement Sunday.
Occupational therapy program graduates inaugural cohort amid increased enrollment, visibility
By Dylan Ebs, Assistant News Editor • May 19, 2025
In three years, the entry-level occupational therapy program has enrolled over 70 students and earned a No. 30 national ranking.
Graduate School of Education and Human Development Dean Michael Feuer poses for a portrait in his office.
GSEHD dean reflects on creation of international programs, financial management as tenure closes
By Arjun Srinivas, Contributing News Editor • May 19, 2025
Dean Michael Feuer said he's proud of creating international education programs, which have provided “quality” education to students worldwide. Faculty remember him for his collaborative leadership and the connections he has built with external organizations.
The George apartment building from the 25th Street bridge.
New owners rebrand Boathouse Apartments as The George
By Ella Mitchell, News Editor • May 19, 2025
Along with the name change, building officials said the rebrand is meant to appeal to students at both GW and Georgetown.
Perspective: You don’t have to march to make a difference
By Andrea Mendoza-Melchor, Opinions Editor • May 19, 2025
I grew up viewing protesting as a form of civic power. As President Donald Trump cracks down on college protests and protesters, protesting isn't always an option, but that doesn't mean we can't take action in other ways.
Quick Take: National student speech report reveals chilling trends in campus censorship
By Madie Turley, Contributing Opinions Editor • May 19, 2025
In moments of crisis, America’s constitutional commitments to free speech are routinely tested. If campuses and the country are to remain stable and free, speech must be judged by principle, not the politics of the moment.
Abby Turner | Staff Cartoonist
Staff editorial: GW’s strategic framework must push past vague aspirations
By Editorial Board May 19, 2025
Vague language invites no meaningful critique. Clear proposals do. We need more of the latter to ensure the University’s strategic framework truly reflects the priorities of its community.
Caroline Morrelli | Staff Cartoonist
Staff editorial: The time to stand with staff is now
By Editorial Board May 12, 2025
Staff are burned out. As GW braces for budget cuts and federal scrutiny, students, faculty and officials must use every avenue available to advocate for them.
Perspective: Remembering Antonella Galindo's life of light, passion and purpose
Perspective: Remembering Antonella Galindo’s life of light, passion and purpose
By Maria Teresa Furtado, Enara Binuki Thiruchelvam, Marina Houmani and Parviz Henderson May 12, 2025
As a way of honoring her before graduation, some of her close friends here at GW wrote snapshots on the impact she left on each of them and the passions she loved the most. These pieces are our attempt to capture a fraction of the fullness she brought into the world. We hope that this tribute will offer the GW community a glimpse into the type of person she was.
Column: Journalism will not survive the death of objectivity
By Madie Turley, Contributing Opinions Editor • May 12, 2025
If news outlets are to survive, future journalists cannot join the movement to abandon objectivity.
The outside entrance of the E Street CVS.
After 65-year run, GW community mourns beloved E Street CVS
By Carly Cavanaugh, Contributing Culture Editor • May 19, 2025
The now-closed E Street CVS, located next to Riverside Liquors, 500 feet from International House and just a couple blocks from the Elliott School of International Affairs, has seen its fair share of students, thieves and locals in its 65-year tenure.
The book vending machine In Western Market.
Swap chips for chapters at DC’s first literary vending machine
By Marlene Orantes, Reporter • May 19, 2025
Next to Duke’s Grocery now stands a “LitBox,” a tall, tan-colored vending machine holding roughly two dozen books featuring the District’s flag, images of Martin Luther King Jr. and various monuments.
Sister Felix Culpa of the DC Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence waves a pride flag during the pride parade last year.
Local businesses, performers prepare for WorldPride festivities
By Carly Cavanaugh and Diana Anos May 19, 2025
In 2022, the District was slated as the host for WorldPride 2025.
Passersby walk on the U.S. Capitol grounds.
Seniors pivot careers in fluctuating job market
By Molly St. Clair, Senior Staff Writer • May 12, 2025
Graduates said hiring freezes, government agency layoffs and limited entry-level openings have contributed to difficulties in pinning down a steady position postgrad, forcing them to search for positions on the local level and for less traditional paths.
Archive photos of the University's Commencement ceremony from 2007-2015.
Inside GW’s decision to relocate Commencement to the National Mall, two decades later
By Diana Anos, Culture Editor • May 12, 2025
Twenty years ago, GW announced that it would hold its Commencement ceremony on the National Mall, following a long history of hosting the event at various historic venues throughout the District.
A graduating senior stresses during finals week.
‘I can’t be bothered’: as graduation looms, students battle senioritis
By Adelaide Petras, Staff Writer • May 12, 2025
In a haze of declining motivation and future-facing vision, GW graduates struggling with bad cases of senioritis are attempting to finish the semester somewhat strong.
Loyola Chicago guard and forward Emma Theodorsson reaches for the ball while playing against GW during the Atlantic 10 Women's Basketball Championship in March.
Women’s basketball continues to shape roster with three transfer additions
By Ben Spitalny and Ryan Jainchill May 19, 2025
Silvia Gonzalez, Emma Theodorsson and Tanah Becker will join a program that has been rebuilt this spring from the top down, with the hiring of Head Coach Ganiyat Adeduntan in March and the addition of an entirely new coaching staff in April. 
The G Street entrance to the Smith Center.
Athletics hires inaugural chief revenue officer
By Ben Spitalny, Senior Sports Editor • May 19, 2025
GW Athletics officials named Markus Jennings as their first chief revenue officer and deputy athletics director, according to a Saturday release.
The first varsity eight boat races in the GW Invite in April.
Rowing takes home silver at A-10 Championship to conclude season
By Jaden DeGruy, Reporter • May 19, 2025
Rowing claimed second place at the A-10 championships Saturday in Camden, New Jersey, concluding their spring season. 
GW Club Table Tennis serves up competition, community camaraderie
By Marcel Richardson Villenas, Teresa Seraphin and Misha Cohen April 28, 2025
Take a look inside the GW Table Tennis Club, where friendly competition has brought together a close community on the second floor of the University Student Center.
Nacho average bar food: Behind the scenes of the Midlands Beer Garden taste test
By Misha Cohen and Nicholas Aguirre Zafiro April 21, 2025
Culture Editor, Nick Perkins, traveled to Midlands Beer Garden to put the Midlands Nachos to the test as the best nachos of the northwest. This video featured culture editor Nick Perkins.
Mr. Henry’s pays tribute to the life and music of Roberta Flack
By Ava Thompson April 17, 2025
Mr. Henry's, a historical local D.C. restaurant, hosted a tribute concert for Roberta Flack following her passing this past February.
GW Ice Hockey president discusses the Washington Capitals’ historic season
By Max Porter, Podcast Host • April 28, 2025

On this episode of Getting to the Bottom of It, host Max Porter speaks with Kieran Laffey, the president of GW Ice Hockey, about Alex Ovechkin's...

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.
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