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Clara Duhon: Finding my place in the unexpected

By Clara Duhon
April 27, 2023
Signature cocktails like The Orange Line, The Woodley and The Red Line are the perfect reward for surviving another semester.

Dish of the Week: Flavorture’s signature cocktails

By Clara Duhon and Julia Koscelnik
April 27, 2023
Once you arrive for your scheduled time, you’ll enter the sleek, artsy spot as soft music and the hum of tattoo machines fill the atmosphere.

‘Made to fade’ tattoo parlor chain opens in D.C. as locations spread across US

By Clara Duhon
April 17, 2023
Columbian Square will be the smallest venue to host Spring Fling in more than a decade.

Spring Fling moves to University Student Center amid chance of thunderstorms

By Clara Duhon
April 15, 2023
Latour started writing songs when she was a teenager, and the now-22-year-old has released two EPs and more than a dozen singles, including a cover of Kim Wilde’s “Kids in America” for the 2022 Netflix film “Do Revenge.”

Program Board announces indie-pop singer Maude Latour as Spring Fling performer

By Clara Duhon and Julia Koscelnik
April 10, 2023
The two-floor restaurant provides a cozy dining area with a bar accompanying each level, lovely for a casual atmosphere that still feels like going out.

Best hole-in-the-wall restaurant: El Sol Restaurante & Tequileria

By Clara Duhon
April 10, 2023
Partnering with WRGW – GW’s student-run radio station – to put on the drag show, Delta Lambda Phi gathered more than 200 attendees at the fraternity’s biggest philanthropy event of the year.

Students take to runway in Delta Lambda Phi’s fourth drag show, honoring late alumnus

By Clara Duhon
March 6, 2023
During their time at GW, the band played all the live shows they could find across campus, ranging from philanthropy events to friends’ fraternity basement parties, amassing new fans along the way.

Beloved alumni band rocks out at 9:30 Club

By Clara Duhon
February 13, 2023
If you’re a regular, you may recognize Matthew Kimwon and his wife, Sophia, who both work at the store and emigrated with their two children from South Korea to the United States in 2011.

Owner of iconic local liquor store McReynold’s celebrates 10 years in business

By Clara Duhon and Nora Fitzgerald
January 30, 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
Music acts as a unifying force in uncertain times, helping us through heartbreak and cheering us on when we succeed.

The Hatchet’s top 22 songs of 2022

By Clara Duhon, Zach Blackburn, Nora Fitzgerald, Julia Koscelnik and Eoighan Noonan
December 30, 2022
The pop-up’s "Elfing Around" cocktail ($16) swiftly emerged after scanning the menu as a stand-out option for the drink’s aromatic and masterful blend of spices.

The District’s most festive holiday cocktail offerings this season

By Clara Duhon and Julia Koscelnik
December 6, 2022
Mitchell, who averages about 20 miles biked per day, particularly enjoys riding on sunny days when he can feel the heat on his face and appreciate an unexpected breeze.

Meet the familiar bike rider who glides through campus to feel-good jams

By Clara Duhon
November 14, 2022
Lok said she’s committed to improving her defense and communication on the court to better collaborate with the squad this season.

With improbable collegiate career, Nya Lok looks to finish strong with women’s basketball

By Clara Duhon
November 7, 2022
Take a trip back to 1984 and unlock the doors to the Twilight Zone as you listen to Rockwell's "Somebody's Watching Me," which topped charts internationally and went viral on TikTok last year ahead of Halloween.

Get in the Halloween mood with this curated playlist of hauntingly creepy tunes

By Clara Duhon
October 17, 2022
Watch a film about the 1991 protests that took place in D.C. after the police shooting of Salvadoran local Daniel Gomez at Art All Night – the District's annual arts festival in Mount Pleasant.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with these cultural, educational events around D.C.

By Clara Duhon and Sundhya Alter
September 12, 2022
A diverse mix of artists lined the program throughout the week, honoring classic jazz sound and introducing new elements to the exploratory genre.

DC Jazz Festival packs in local, internationally acclaimed musicians at 18th installment

By Clara Duhon
September 5, 2022

What’s New Buff and Blue: Covering commencement weekend

By Clara Duhon and Sarah Sachs
May 17, 2022
Bennett Clifford, a co-author of the report, said the team collaborated with the geography department to determine each rioter’s residence.

Nine GW community members honored with Pulitzer Prizes

By Clara Duhon
May 16, 2022
Webkinz offered not only a cozy stuffed animal to add to your collection, but also a gateway into the world of online games.

This or That: Throwback pop culture trends that defined the Class of 2022’s childhood

By Clara Duhon
May 9, 2022
Students said their theses communicate their love for the arts through mediums like fine arts, dance, music and design.

Corcoran seniors display their artistic theses at annual NEXT showcase

By Clara Duhon and Isabella MacKinnon
April 25, 2022
Gallery Place-Chinatown offers genuine dining and shopping experiences to grab a taste of Chinese and Asian culture and explore pinnacle D.C. landmarks.

Best Metro stop: Gallery Place-Chinatown

By Clara Duhon
April 11, 2022
Slight touches of greenery contrasted against a paper-white railing lining the perimeter of the rooftop to complete the sleek aesthetic of the space.

Best rooftop bar: Perry’s Restaurant

By Clara Duhon
April 11, 2022
The four-week long festival kicked off earlier this month.

National Cherry Blossom Festival returns full-steam after two years virtual

By Clara Duhon
March 28, 2022
Teashi served traditional Chinese flavors and dishes like rice bowls, noodle soup, hot pot and bubble teas.

Teashi leaves campus as officials prepare to construct Shenkman dining hall

By Clara Duhon
March 10, 2022
Tyler’s entire set displayed an excessive opulence that contrasts his grandiose on-stage presence with the hopeless romanticism heard in songs like “CORSO.”

Tyler, the Creator’s outlandish performance at Capital One Arena

By Clara Duhon and Zach Blackburn
March 10, 2022
Ala’s freekeh tabbouleh is composed of red pomegranate seeds on top of a mix of parsley, fresh mint and freekeh, a grain derived from North African and Levantine cuisines.

Dish of the Week: ala’s freekeh tabbouleh

By Clara Duhon
February 3, 2022
The film takes place in the San Fernando Valley, where Haim grew up.

Alana Haim’s breakout performance steers ‘Licorice Pizza’ to critical success

By Clara Duhon
January 27, 2022
Several restaurants closed in advance of the week to prepare for the expected inflow of customers.

Rise of Omicron variant creates obstacles for D.C. Restaurant Week

By Clara Duhon and Rhyma Asim
January 18, 2022
Browse fine art, clothes, crafts, jewelry and specialty goods from more than 70 vendors at the Downtown Holiday Market.

Holiday markets to check out around the District

By Clara Duhon
December 6, 2021
Kerrie Finegan, one of the three students overseeing Marriage Pact, said she hopes to offer the questionnaire annually.

Students take optimistic outlook in second iteration of Marriage Pact

By Clara Duhon
November 18, 2021
Yan Xu, the SA senate’s finance chair, said organizations are now requesting more money since the University has returned to in-person operations.

Student organizations’ funding requests exceed shrunken SA budget

By Clara Duhon and Sejal Govindarao
November 1, 2021
Designers showcased styles ranging from simple denim streetwear to elaborate 80s-inspired looks on the runway Saturday.

DC Fashion Week showcases emerging designers at Saturday show

By Anna Boone and Clara Duhon
September 27, 2021
Tickets are on sale through the day of each event and range from $10 to $25.

Third annual DC Comedy Festival hits stages this week

By Clara Duhon
September 13, 2021
GW's Hillel building on the corner of 23rd and H streets in August 2021.

Building renovations and openings to look out for on campus

By Clara Duhon
August 30, 2021
While D.C. attracts tourists from far and wide, the District is home to a wide variety of local political causes, like pushing for D.C. statehood and tackling economic disparities.

A look into the District’s history

By Clara Duhon
August 23, 2021
After designing their own lanterns, guests at the Water Lantern Festival can watch their creation be sent out in the National Harbor.

Weekend Outlook – Participate in the Water Lantern Festival at the National Harbor

By Clara Duhon
August 5, 2021
Seoul Food DC's rainbow soba features assorted colorful ingredients like orange and purple sweet potato saengchae, fresh spinach and red radish.

Dish of the Week: Seoul Food D.C.’s rainbow soba bowl

By Clara Duhon
July 15, 2021
District Doughnut’s Patriotic Chocolate Funfetti doughnut is wrapped with vanilla bean glaze and "patriotic" sprinkles.

Local restaurant Fourth of July specialty rundown

By Clara Duhon
July 2, 2021
Participants at the Pride Walk & Rally can walk, bike or roller skate on the parade route from Dupont Circle to Freedom Plaza.

Weekend Outlook – Participate in a Pride rally in Dupont Circle

By Clara Duhon
June 10, 2021
Sturgis said the character Lady is loosely based on her own experiences and conversations she's had with other Black women.

Corcoran senior explores racism in the medical industry in thesis film

By Clara Duhon
May 17, 2021
Ask for a few toppings at Thomas Sweet to make your own personalized combination.

Ice cream spots around the District for hot summer days

By Anna Boone and Clara Duhon
May 17, 2021
Nationals Park is currently operating at 25 percent capacity, keeping distance between guests to maintain a safe environment as the pandemic continues.

Group activities for a last hurrah in the District

By Clara Duhon
May 9, 2021
The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf is home to several vendors offering fresh, same-day catches.

Hidden gems around the District to hit one last time

By Clara Duhon
May 9, 2021
Dupont Underground's newest exhibit, which will remain open through May 23, examines how democracy can influence architecture.

Best art gallery: Dupont Underground

By Clara Duhon
April 19, 2021
The trail runs right next to the Potomac River, providing hikers and bikers with views of breathtaking scenery.

Best outdoor trail: Georgetown canal loop

By Clara Duhon
April 19, 2021
The questionnaire is open to all undergraduates and poses questions on topics ranging from the sense of humor a student prefers and to what degree they consider themselves an "adult."

The Marriage Pact: Students launch compatibility questionnaire to find matches

By Clara Duhon
April 7, 2021
Head to the Washington National Cathedral for cherry blossom sightseeing.

Weekend Outlook – Take a walking tour of the cherry blossoms

By Clara Duhon
March 31, 2021
The Student Association's organization space, in March 2021.

SA candidates for top roles prioritize building trust with GW community

By Samantha Serafin and Clara Duhon
March 28, 2021

SBA Senate condemns surge in Asian American violence

By Clara Duhon
March 24, 2021
Now that mask orders, restaurant closures and social distancing are the norm, even mundane experiences like grabbing lunch with some friends are nostalgic to reflect on.

Students look back on final memories before leaving campus

By Clara Duhon
March 8, 2021

Student Court rules SA Senate seats reserved for SMPA, Corcoran, Trachtenberg invalid

By Makena Roberts and Clara Duhon
March 1, 2021
Shouk's mushroom-based meat alternative is worth a try for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians.

Dish of the Week: Shouk’s fried shouk’n pita

By Clara Duhon
February 25, 2021
Earlier this month, the SA Senate rejected Carpenter's bid to serve as EVP, a move lambasted by SA President Brandon Hill.

SA senator becomes the first to launch campaign for executive vice president

By Clara Duhon
February 22, 2021
Juniors Camila De La Cruz and Katherine Whiteside have started a podcast called "Fireballing Through College" where they talk about topics they find meaningful, sensitive or funny.

Students launch, grow side hustles into businesses during pandemic

By Clara Duhon
February 22, 2021

DDOT to install Virginia Avenue bike lane this fall

By Clara Duhon
February 10, 2021

SA elections to take place March 24 and 25

By Clara Duhon
February 10, 2021
The school will focus on bringing back freshmen and students with specialized learning needs or facing adversity in its reopening plan.

School Without Walls reopens with limited in-person learning on campus

By Jarrod Wardwell and Clara Duhon
February 8, 2021
Stay warm and safe during Valentine's Day with a date at The Wharf's bonfire pits.

Outdoor date spots to celebrate Valentine’s Day around the District

By Clara Duhon
February 8, 2021
One event this month features three scholars critically examining and deconstructing narratives about Black female sexuality, intimacy and joy.

Events to celebrate Black History Month for every day of February

By Diego Mendoza, Anna Boone and Clara Duhon
February 1, 2021
Fisher said the SBA called on Brookins to resign after deciding that it would be “detrimental” to law students and to the SBA if the SA could not function throughout the remainder of Brookins’ term.

Student Bar Association leaders reiterate call for SA president to resign

By Clara Duhon and Gabrielle Russo
January 27, 2021
Students joined the Georgia Senate race mainly by phone banking and friend banking to campaign for the Democratic candidates and win control of the U.S. Senate.

Students join Georgia Senate campaigns to increase voter turnout, flip state

By Clara Duhon
January 25, 2021
About 18 percent of the survey's respondents reported feeling isolated, while 17 percent said distractions at home hindered their ability to learn.

Freshmen lacked connections with professors, peers in first semester: SA report

By Clara Duhon
January 18, 2021
Restaurants in D.C. hope to use bubble tents, or "igloos," to keep diners eating outdoors as temperatures plummet this winter.

‘It was just sad’: Restaurant owners work to rehire, keep connections with furloughed staff

By Samantha Kramer, Molly Kaiser, Clara Duhon, Chloe Kearin Willeford and Gabriella Spina
December 23, 2020
One student who celebrates Baba Marta, a Bulgarian holiday that recognizes the end of winter and the beginning of spring in March, exchanges red and white cloth bracelets with his friends and family.

Students share cultural traditions from around the world

By Clara Duhon
December 6, 2020
Sen. Sebastian Weinmann, Law-G, said the graduate student caucus will try to work “specifically” with graduate umbrella organizations to connect graduate school constituencies with administrators.

Graduate student leaders to use survey results in conversations with officials

By Clara Duhon
November 23, 2020
The GW First Ladies dance team will air recorded performances at halftime during basketball games and post videos to their social media platforms.

Dance, cheer teams to hold virtual performances on basketball game livestreams

By Clara Duhon
November 22, 2020
The chai hot toddy requires one cup of chai, a dash of bourbon and honey, with orange slices and whole cloves to garnish.

Cocktails to pair with Thanksgiving dinner

By Clara Duhon
November 16, 2020
Health care systems in developed nations, like New Zealand, struggled to provide their refugees with resources like ventilators because they were not prepared beforehand, Rajput said.

Panel discusses COVID-19 pandemic’s effect on refugees

By Clara Duhon
November 7, 2020
Sophomore Alisa Kingsbury is taking a gap semester to work full-time on the campaign of a Democratic challenger for city council in her hometown.

Students join local, national campaigns to help decide the fate of upcoming races

By Anna Boone and Clara Duhon
November 2, 2020
SA Sen. Gabriel Young, CCAS-U, said the legislation will help “expedite” the process of adding the minor and would help express the “importance” of having ethnic studies options for students.

SA Senate calls on officials to adopt Asian American studies program

By Clara Duhon
October 28, 2020
Try to work your mask and other COVID-19 precautions into your costume this Halloween to stay safe and have fun.

Trick-or-treating in the age of COVID-19: How to stay safe this Halloween

By Clara Duhon
October 25, 2020
Some students who contracted COVID-19 reported that their professors showed them little empathy, requiring make-up assignments in lieu of attendance and refusing to budge on assignment deadlines.

Students with COVID-19 grapple with recuperating, balancing academics

By Samantha Serafin and Clara Duhon
October 18, 2020
To keep patrons safe and comfortable, Tonic and several other Foggy Bottom restaurants will maintain outdoor seating with the use of heat lamps and space heaters.

Foggy Bottom restaurants purchase heat lamps, blankets to prep for cool weather

By Clara Duhon and Chloe Kearin Willeford
October 18, 2020
Dupont Underground is bouncing back with a new photography exhibit depicting D.C. protests against racial inequality.

Dupont Underground opens exhibit highlighting D.C. BLM protests

By Clara Duhon
October 12, 2020
The planned collaboration between Dupont Circle nightclub Heist and the Kennedy Center has been postponed to comply with D.C.'s Phase Two reopening guidelines.

Kennedy Center, Heist collaboration postponed over public health concerns

By Clara Duhon
October 4, 2020
Former Rep. Ryan Costello, R-Pa., said many viewers get their news from a source that confirms their opinions, which he said will affect what commentary people hear about the debate's events.

GSPM hosts panel analyzing first presidential debate

By Clara Duhon
October 1, 2020
For Melissa Lavasani, who proposed the ballot initiative, psychedelics – or plant medicine, as it's sometimes known – helped her overcome postpartum depression.

D.C. activists push for reduced enforcement priority of psychedelics this election

By Clara Duhon
September 20, 2020
Tired of hearing from relatives that "the pandemic is no worse than the flu?" Here are our tips on how to respond.

Talking to relatives who put politics over pandemic safety

By Clara Duhon
September 13, 2020
Penny said she will “never forget” when Clinton, in the “political battle of the century,” sent her a condolence letter after her husband died in September 2016.

Hillary Clinton, author Louise Penny talk politics, literature at Politics and Prose event

By Clara Duhon
September 2, 2020
Freshmen can speak to students in more than 475 organizations on campus at the student organization fair this weekend.

Student organizations adapt to remote fall recruitment, programming

By Tiffany Garcia and Clara Duhon
August 30, 2020
After a yearslong push from students for GW to divest its endowment from fossil fuels, administrators announced this summer that GW would do so by 2025.

Get up to speed on student activism from the summer, academic year

By Clara Duhon
August 23, 2020
Enjoy a glass of wine by the Potomac at the Kennedy Center's River Pavilion.

Weekend Outlook – Attend a pop-up wine garden at the Kennedy Center’s REACH

By Clara Duhon
July 23, 2020
This weekend, take part in protests across the nation against police brutality and violence.

Protests, vigils against police brutality around the country this weekend

By Clara Duhon
June 4, 2020
International students, forced to go home by the pandemic, said they had trouble adjusting to new schedules, where lectures often fell in the dead of the night local time.

International students say time differences hurt learning during online instruction

By Tiffany Garcia and Clara Duhon
May 17, 2020
Rachel Brady, a graduating senior, said she spent her time at GW planning and leading Alternative Breaks.

Seniors reflect on what they would have celebrated at Commencement

By Diego Mendoza, Anna Boone, Clara Duhon and Julia Russo
May 11, 2020
For a trip down memory lane, consider a subscription to Disney+, a single platform that includes all the Disney classics.

A guide to choosing your ideal streaming service during quarantine

By Clara Duhon
April 27, 2020
Skye Blanks, the organization's president, said First Gen United is using the weekly meetings as virtual office hours and to support members' emotional and academic well-being.

First Generation United hosts weekly online meetings during pandemic

By Tiffany Garcia and Clara Duhon
April 22, 2020
Animal Crossing is one gaming world that students are flocking to during a time of social distancing.

Students turn to online gaming to stay occupied, connected during pandemic

By Sidney Lee and Clara Duhon
April 20, 2020
Wish the U.S. Botanic Gardens a happy birthday at a day-long event Saturday.

Weekend Outlook – Celebrate the Botanic Garden’s 200th anniversary

By Clara Duhon
March 5, 2020
Megan Whittemore – the chief of staff for U.S. Sen. David Perdue, R-Ga. – appeared on a live taping of “For Future Reference,” a podcast hosted by alumna Tori Taylor.

GSPM alumna, senate chief of staff talks challenges for women on the Hill

By Clara Duhon
February 21, 2020
SA Sen. Quentin McHoes, ESIA-U, is the sponsor of a resolution asking officials to exempt students from incurring late fees.

Officials in ‘final stages’ of forming financial aid advisory council

By Clara Duhon and Dylan Sapienza
February 6, 2020
Left to Right: Leaders of the Black Heritage Celebration Nia Lartey, Guinevere Thomas, Bishop Walton and Raven Lucas said the funding will go toward nearly 20 events.

Student-run Black Heritage Celebration kicks off with record funding

By Clara Duhon, Rhyma Asim and Maxwell Lawson
February 3, 2020
The "Bay of Bengal" offers a tribute to the cuisine of the Indian subcontinent with favorites like kefir and golden mango chutney.

Dish of the Week: Immigrant Food’s ‘Bay of Bengal’ bowl

By Clara Duhon
January 30, 2020
The Enchant light maze will set up in Nationals Park until the end of December.

Inside the world’s largest Christmas light maze

By Clara Duhon
November 25, 2019
Student leaders from the Student Association, GW Program Board, Residence Hall Association and GW Class Council spoke at a town hall Thursday.

Student leaders discuss transparency, student feedback at joint town hall

By Lizzie Mintz and Clara Duhon
November 22, 2019
Romanian Ambassador to the United States George-Cristian Maior said the 1989 anti-communist revolution in Romania left the country at a low point from which to rebuild.

Romanian ambassador talks Romania’s democratization, 1989 revolution

By Clara Duhon
October 24, 2019

Students form student organization dedicated to Russian affairs

By Alice Chang and Clara Duhon
October 9, 2019
SA Sen. Raina Hackett, CCAS-U and the chair of the diversity and inclusion assembly, sponsored a resolution calling on the University to require in-person diversity training for students.

SA Senate urges GW to mandate in-person diversity training

By Lizzie Mintz and Clara Duhon
October 8, 2019
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