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Serving the GW Community since 1904

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All content by Annie O’Brien
Annie O'Brien: Worth the risk

Annie O’Brien: Worth the risk

By Annie O’Brien, Advice Columnist
April 21, 2025
The Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro station on a Sunday afternoon.

Best Metro busker: Steel drums player

By Annie O’Brien, Staff Writer
April 14, 2025
A group of friends gather to watch Season 7 of "Love Is Blind."

GW alum talks reality show romance as ‘Love Is Blind’ contestant

By Annie O’Brien, Staff Writer
November 11, 2024
A student carving jack-o'-lanterns in Kogan Plaza

From Shelley-o’-lanterns to murderous gourds, a major-specific pumpkin carving guide

By Annie O’Brien, Staff Writer
October 28, 2024
Stars of 'The Real Housewives' spill secrets at Lisner tell-all

Stars of ‘The Real Housewives’ spill secrets at Lisner tell-all

By Jennifer Igbonoba and Annie O’Brien
October 17, 2024
Two students pose for a selfie with the George Washington statue in Kogan Plaza.

Join ‘The Tortured Poets Department’ at these Swiftie DC spots

By Jenna Baer, Nick Perkins and Annie O’Brien
April 15, 2024
SoulCycle’s Georgetown location on Wisconsin Avenue.

Best workout class: SoulCycle Georgetown’s Taylor Swift Saturdays

By Annie O’Brien, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
The Hatchet's Top 23 Songs of 2023

The Hatchet’s Top 23 Songs of 2023

By Caitlin Kitson, Annie O’Brien and Nick Perkins
December 31, 2023

What’s New Buff and Blue: Could William Shakespeare Actually Be a Woman?

By Annie O’Brien, Culture Podcast Host
November 2, 2023
From Weird Barbie to the Paddington Bear, take a look in your closet for the perfect accessories for a last-minute Halloween costume.

Scour your wardrobes to put together these last-minute Halloween costumes

By Annie O’Brien, Staff Writer
October 23, 2023

What’s New Buff and Blue: Learning to Laugh About it With Margaret Korinek

By Annie O’Brien, Culture Podcast Host
October 8, 2023

What’s New Buff and Blue: Dress like your Favorite Celebrity with A Little Help from It-Girl Thrift

By Annie O’Brien, Culture Podcast Host
October 8, 2023
Trend forecasters on social media predict red will appear prominently in accessories like purses, boots and jackets.

Spice up more than your pumpkin latte with these fall fashion trends

By Annie O’Brien, Staff Writer
August 28, 2023
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[Photo] D.C. eats and treats on a budget

By Jenna Baer
June 23, 2023
International snacking subscription SnackCrate makes the perfect token for a proponent of the Ambassador moniker option, gifting a monthly spread of foods and candies from around the globe.

Moniker mementos: Commencement gifts for fans of each possible moniker

By Annie O’Brien
May 18, 2023

What’s New Buff and Blue: Some of D.C.’s Best Summertime Activities

By Annie O’Brien
May 5, 2023

What’s New Buff and Blue: How A College Student Wrote an Original Musical

By Sarah Sachs and Annie O’Brien
April 24, 2023
Though the "Peacock" has an arsenal of ingredients, its standout is Seedlip’s “Garden 108,” a zero-proof spirit infused with peas and classic home-grown herbs.

Best nonalcoholic cocktail: Boqueria’s ‘Peacock’

By Annie O’Brien
April 7, 2023
If “Kaleidoscope” had focused more on rounding out its characters and their relationships, it would not have had to hide behind a flashy format that barely conceals its conceptual failures as it is.

“Kaleidoscope” fumbles interactive approach with messy plot lines

By Clara Duhon, Katrina Hauser and Annie O’Brien
January 19, 2023
The Victims of Communism Museum opened its door this past summer to showcase the realities of lives under a communist regime with immersive exhibits.

Weekend Outlook: Embrace Halloween with pumpkin carving and a bone-chilling rendition of “Dracula”

By Annie O’Brien
October 20, 2022
All aboard the “A” Train for a spooky ride like no other.

Nostalgic Halloween TV episodes to add to your watchlist ahead of the holiday

By Annie O’Brien
October 17, 2022
Robert Orttung, the director of research for Sustainable GW, said leaders in the program are meeting with faculty members to gauge interest in interdisciplinary research about natural disasters.

Researchers working to reduce Alaska wildfires sparked by power lines

By Annie O’Brien and Avril Silva
October 17, 2022
Students in the University Student Center sat masked at tables during the spring 2022 semester, only removing their masks to eat.

As ‘mask fatigue’ sets in, mask mandate enforcement wanes across campus

By Annie O’Brien and Sandra Koretz
October 3, 2022
The Student Bar Association Senate unanimously appointed two law students to their Student Supreme Court and approved a new technology law organization at their meeting Tuesday.

Student Bar Association approves new technology law student organization

By Erika Filter and Annie O’Brien
September 15, 2022
Cyclists whizzed by the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and the Capitol Building along the route, which hugged the National Mall, Potomac River and Capitol Hill.

Cycling community pedals in full force through scenic course at sixth annual DC Bike Ride

By Annie O’Brien
September 12, 2022
Try out Dupont Circle Yoga, PureBarre or SoulCycle in Georgetown while the Lerner Health and Wellness Center is closed for repairs.

Local gyms, studios and fitness classes to try while Lerner is closed

By Annie O’Brien
August 29, 2022
After the Supreme Court struck down federal abortion protections in late June, thousands signed a petition calling for Justice Clarence Thomas to be removed from the GW Law faculty.

Colonials moniker, Roe reversal dominated news headlines this summer

By Annie O’Brien
August 29, 2022
Bassigue Clothing's newest collection features a classic zip-up sweatshirt with a pastel, color-blocked pattern, part of a growing trend in 2022.

Support these alumni-owned businesses for graduation gifts

By Annie O’Brien
May 9, 2022
The American Political Science Association funded the grant that will cover all workshop's expenses, which includes a laptop and textbooks for program participants.

Professor to launch graduate school workshop for mid-career, first-generation students

By Ianne Salvosa and Annie O’Brien
May 9, 2022
SA President Christian Zidouemba said the Board of Trustees asked him to serve on the next University president search committee.

Student Association Senate confirms committee chairs, senate staff

By Annie O’Brien
May 4, 2022
Lily Speredelozzi | Photographer

Rep. James Clyburn discusses Biden accomplishments, work philosophy

By Annie O’Brien
April 30, 2022
This year officials surpassed their goal of $1 million in a 24-hour period, much of which went toward expanding aid for Pell-eligible students.

GW ranks sixth among peer schools in Giving Day fundraising

By Daniel Patrick Galgano and Annie O’Brien
April 18, 2022
Wayward tourists lost on their way to the monuments and prospective high school students add to the diversity of the area, making it a true delight for people-watching.

Best place to people-watch: Kogan benches

By Annie O’Brien
April 11, 2022
Tamika Tremaglio, the executive director of the National Basketball Player’s Association, said young professionals should have confidence in their work to avoid being dragged down by self-doubt.

NBPA executive director discusses women in business, self-confidence

By Annie O’Brien
April 6, 2022
ExPat will replace Bertucci’s, which closed in 2020 to the delight of many students.

New Western Market sports betting bar to bring gambling to Foggy Bottom

By Tyler Krambeer and Annie O’Brien
April 4, 2022
White said the District's government leadership has not done enough to help the city's current homeless populations.

D.C. mayoral candidate talks campaign, future of D.C.

By Annie O’Brien
March 28, 2022
GWPD received 6,403 service calls, up from the 5,703 calls in 2020.

GWPD complaints remained low as students returned to campus in 2021, report shows

By Annie O’Brien
March 7, 2022
Destiny Jackson, the director of transportation and logistics, said GW may add the role to the Federal Work Study program in the future.

GW looks to student SafeRide drivers to mitigate staffing shortages

By Annie O’Brien
February 7, 2022
After your classes on Friday, gather some friends and head to the Zenith Gallery to say “happy birthday” to cultural icon Betty White.

Weekend Outlook – Explore an art exhibit honoring Betty White’s legacy

By Annie O’Brien
January 20, 2022
Metro riders sit and stand as they pass the Foggy Bottom Metro Station.

Students back U-Pass enrollment as program start nears

By Samiha Farooqi and Annie O’Brien
November 15, 2021
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