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Heidi Estrada: The complex timeline

By Heidi Estrada
April 12, 2021
For the last installment of The Hatchet’s Spring Spotlight Series, we talked with George Glass, a senior who raised more than $3,500 for GW Mutual Aid by eating a sock on Instagram live.

In the spotlight: George Glass

By Heidi Estrada
April 2, 2021
Zidouemba's campaign focuses on fundraising, increasing student-athlete presence in the SA and highlighting the philanthropic efforts of Greek life members.

President: Christian Zidouemba

By Dante Schulz and Heidi Estrada
March 29, 2021
Aborisade said he wanted to use “some” of the SA executive budget – which amounts to roughly $50,000 a year – to create an “online textbook pantry” for students to access their materials online.

President: Charles Aborisade

By Dante Schulz and Heidi Estrada
March 29, 2021
In the spotlight: Ayooluwa Akintayo

In the spotlight: Ayooluwa Akintayo

By Heidi Estrada
March 10, 2021
In the spotlight: Skye Blanks

In the spotlight: Skye Blanks

By Heidi Estrada and Melina Triantos
February 19, 2021
For the second installment of The Hatchet’s Spring Spotlight, we talked with GW Pitches’ music directors Juliette Ghaffari and Cyrena Kokolis. Ghaffari and Kokolis were nominated for their work to continue producing a cappella remotely.

In the spotlight: Juliette Ghaffari and Cyrena Kokolis

By Dante Schulz and Heidi Estrada
February 10, 2021
For the first installment of The Hatchet's Spring Spotlight Series, we talked with Student Association Sen. Charlene Richards, U-at-Large. Richards was nominated for her push to increase first-year representation in the SA Senate.

In the spotlight: Charlene Richards

By Heidi Estrada and Amanda Plocharski
February 2, 2021
After former Vice President Joe Biden was declared president-elect Saturday, Louie Kahn, the president of GW College Democrats, and Josh Kutner, the chair of GW College Republicans, discussed the results.

College Democrats, College Republicans react to election results

By Heidi Estrada
November 11, 2020
How pre-law students plan to move forward after pre-law adviser's departure

How pre-law students plan to move forward after pre-law adviser’s departure

By Heidi Estrada
October 5, 2020
World Central Kitchen is working out of National’s park to produce more than 10,000 meals. Volunteers like ANC Commissioner Patrick Kennedy is among those helping distribute meals in the Ward 2 area.

World Central Kitchen prepares meals out of Nationals Park

By Heidi Estrada
April 27, 2020
Nando’s PERi PERi donates free meals amid pandemic

Nando’s PERi PERi donates free meals amid pandemic

By Heidi Estrada
April 20, 2020
Medical student Harleen Marwah rallied 35 of her classmates to craft a guide for the D.C. community to find resources and information related to the COVID-10 pandemic. In the coming weeks, Marwah said the guide will be updated to include infographics and translated versions.

Medical students create guide to navigate pandemic

By Heidi Estrada
April 13, 2020
The Student Association organized a food drive to help stock The Store during the pandemic. About 200 students are living in residence halls and can use items available at The Store.

The Store to remain open during pandemic

By Heidi Estrada
April 13, 2020
Senior Seraina Schottland launched a petition to reschedule Commencement for the Class of 2020. The ceremony will now be held alongside next year’s graduating class.

Why students petitioned for a postponed Commencement

By Heidi Estrada
March 31, 2020
Professor Christopher Mores discusses how face masks and hand sanitizers affect our ability to combat the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19. He said the best precaution people can take is to wash their hands and refrain from touching their face.

Global health professor discusses safety measures amid COVID-19 outbreak

By Dante Schulz, Akash Pamarthy and Heidi Estrada
March 18, 2020
Students celebrated the art and culture of South Asian societies in SMPA Saturday night. The event included art displays, musical performances and a fashion show.

South Asian Society hosts ‘Rooted in Art, Made in Diaspora’

By Heidi Estrada and Amanda Plocharski
March 8, 2020
The National Zoo hosted a Valentine’s Day celebration Friday night with two presentations focusing on animal dating and mating. Attendees could also watch also animal demos, dance to 80’s themed music and grab a drink.

National Zoo hosts ‘Woo at the Zoo’

By Akash Pamarthy and Heidi Estrada
February 16, 2020
Guests gathered in the Jack Morton Auditorium Friday night to enjoy Bomba, Plena and Salsa music from Kadencia, an authentic Afro-Puerto Rican band. The concert was co-hosted by LATAM and the African Graduate Student Association as part of GW’s annual Black Heritage Celebration.

LATAM, AGSA cohost African-Puerto Rican concert

By Heidi Estrada
February 8, 2020
Guests can enjoy tropical drinks at the bar and throw footballs on the top floor of THRōW Social/Kick Axe Throwing, which will open Friday.

THRōW Social/Kick Axe Throwing to open in Northeast D.C.

By Heidi Estrada and Isi Ijewere
February 6, 2020
Guests can enjoy tropical drinks at the bar and throw footballs on the top floor of THRōW Social/Kick Axe Throwing, which will open Friday.

Kick axe throwing venue to open in Northeast D.C. Friday

By Heidi Estrada
February 4, 2020
Hundreds gathered for a winter wonderland event at Ice Yards. Guests enjoyed a plethora of ice games as well as the polar plunge. All funds raised will go toward the Special Olympics, organizers said.

Ice Yards hosts sixth annual Special Olympics polar plunge

By Danny Schapiro and Heidi Estrada
February 3, 2020
Organizers from March On and a Women's March discuss the importance of inclusivity in the Women's March.

Student organization, Women’s March organizers talk significance of inclusivity

By Dante Schulz, Heidi Estrada and Lizz Bolaji
January 21, 2020
Men's basketball routed George Mason Wednesday in front of a packed Smith Center crowd 73-67.

Men’s basketball defeats George Mason 73-67

By Danny Schapiro and Heidi Estrada
January 17, 2020
More than 65 boats participated in this year's District Boat Parade, an annual gathering at The Wharf where boats are adorned with holiday lights. Attendees could also decorate ornaments, meet Santa Claus and indulge in cookies and s'mores.

District Wharf hosts 27th annual District Boat Parade

By Danny Schapiro and Heidi Estrada
December 8, 2019
Senior Zaniya Lewis, the founder of the women’s empowerment movement “YesSheCanCampaign,” received a scholarship from the Taco Bell Foundation, which she said led to cuts in her financial aid package. Lewis and several members of her campaign are urging Congress to propose legislation that would allow students to accept outside scholarships without losing funds in their financial aid plans.

‘YesSheCanCampaign’ pushes for bill to address scholarship displacement

By Heidi Estrada, Isi Ijewere and Zakir Tabini
December 5, 2019
Leaders of Colonial Brass share the history of CBrass, describe what their purpose is and share what drives them to perform.

Meet GW’s pep band: Colonial Brass

By Danny Schapiro, Dante Schulz, Heidi Estrada, Isi Ijewere and Dom Wang
November 25, 2019
The student organizations LATAM and BRASA collaborated to celebrate Latin American culture by hosting Fiesta Latina Wednesday in the Elliott School City View Room.

Student organizations celebrate Latin American culture at first-ever Fiesta Latina

By Dante Schulz and Heidi Estrada
November 21, 2019
Three student choreographers discussed the inspiration and creative process of choreographing their pieces for the Fall Dance Concert.

Student choreographers talk inspiration behind dance concert performances

By Dante Schulz and Heidi Estrada
November 19, 2019
At the forum, GW for Israel President Max Webb called on the community to create “meaningful” and “systemic” change to combat anti-Semitism in wake of the video, which surfaced last week.

Students share personal stories of anti-Semitism at Student Association forum

By Lia DeGroot and Heidi Estrada
November 13, 2019
First generation students took part in National First Generation Student Celebration Week last week. Students spent the time tabling at the Diversity Summit, where they set up a photo booth, provided candy and informational graphics about first generation students.

Students celebrate National First Gen Day with tabling session at MSSC Diversity Summit

By Heidi Estrada and Isi Ijewere
November 11, 2019
Murals of Northwest D.C.

Murals of Northwest D.C.

By Rachel Armany, Danny Schapiro, Anna Boone, Sidney Lee, Dante Schulz, Heidi Estrada, Zakir Tabini, Michele Wright and Jayde Lyon
November 11, 2019
GW Folklorico held its first performance at their Día de los Muertos celebration in Kogan Plaza Saturday. Members co-sponsored the event with OLAS, ALPFA and Casablanca.

GW Folklorico hosts Día de los Muertos celebration

By Heidi Estrada
November 4, 2019
WGSS association hosts pumpkin painting fundraiser

WGSS association hosts pumpkin painting fundraiser

By Heidi Estrada and Amanda Plocharski
October 19, 2019
Dozens of people celebrated the National Cathedral's annual fall festival Saturday with arts and crafts and vendors

National Cathedral hosts annual fall festival

By Heidi Estrada
October 13, 2019
Students involved with the Spanish language department said a potential cut to advanced courses will hurt their study in the subject area.

Students talk impact of potential cut to Spanish language courses

By Heidi Estrada and Michele Wright
October 7, 2019
Jay Xu, a junior majoring in international business, is the founder of a GW-focused Instagram thrift business.

@GWthrift founder uses Instagram to promote business

By Danny Schapiro, Heidi Estrada and Dom Wang
September 30, 2019
Student influencer Natalie Geisel uses Instagram and a blog column as platforms to normalize queerness.

LGBTQ activist uses blog, Instagram to gain large following

By Danny Schapiro and Heidi Estrada
September 29, 2019
Washington Ballet hosted a pop-up performance Wednesday evening at CityCenterDC.

Washington Ballet hosts pop-up performance

By Dante Schulz, Heidi Estrada and Amanda Plocharski
September 27, 2019
District celebrates 50th annual Fiesta DC Festival on Pennsylvania Avenue

District celebrates 50th annual Fiesta DC Festival on Pennsylvania Avenue

By Heidi Estrada
September 22, 2019
Hundreds of students turn out to second global climate strike

Hundreds of students turn out to second global climate strike

By Danny Schapiro and Heidi Estrada
September 22, 2019
Fourteen-year-old, Curtis Lawrence III speaks of his educational background and his current path to pursue an associates degree at GW.

Fourteen-year-old pursues associate degree at GW

By Heidi Estrada
September 16, 2019
Students and officials honored the victims of 9/11 in a memorial service in Marvin.

Students, officials honor victims of 9/11 in memorial service

By Dante Schulz and Heidi Estrada
September 11, 2019
The founder of the instagram page @gwthrift hosted a pop-up thrift store in U-Yard Thursday afternoon.

Student organization hosts pop-up thrift shop in U-Yard

By Dante Schulz and Heidi Estrada
August 31, 2019
The Class of 2023 spent their first four days at GW by participating in New Student Orientation.

Students participate in first-ever New Student Orientation

By Danny Schapiro, Dante Schulz and Heidi Estrada
August 25, 2019
Dozens of embassies open to the public for tours, performances

Dozens of embassies open to the public for tours, performances

By Heidi Estrada
May 5, 2019
Hirshhorn Museum and Washington Ballet debut mixed media exhibit

Hirshhorn Museum and Washington Ballet debut mixed media exhibit

By Heidi Estrada
May 5, 2019
Student organizations and members of the Faculty Association held a protest in Kogan to demand fair pay and treatment for workers

Fair Jobs GW holds protest in Kogan for workers’ rights

By Danny Schapiro, Dante Schulz and Heidi Estrada
May 2, 2019
The Vern is inaccessible for students with disabilities, students say

The Vern is inaccessible for students with disabilities, students say

By Heidi Estrada
April 29, 2019
The Japanese American Student Alliance partnered with the D.C. Shiba Inu Rescue to host dogs in Square 80 on Saturday.

Student organization brings Shiba Inus to Square 80

By Heidi Estrada
April 8, 2019
Freer and Sackler galleries debut exhibit taking you inside the Forbidden City

Freer and Sackler galleries debut exhibit taking you inside the Forbidden City

By Heidi Estrada
April 2, 2019
SA presidential race moves to runoff, Martin takes EVP

SA presidential race moves to runoff, Martin takes EVP

By Arianna Dunham, Arielle Bader, Heidi Estrada and Jake Folvag
March 29, 2019
Urban Boxing hosts match for D.C. college students

Urban Boxing hosts match for D.C. college students

By Danny Schapiro, Dante Schulz and Heidi Estrada
February 25, 2019
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