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Serving the GW Community since 1904

The GW Hatchet
All content by Jarrod Wardwell
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Jarrod Wardwell: Shining a light

By Jarrod Wardwell
May 1, 2023

Blackburn to replace elected editor in chief as interim as Hatchet enters next volume

By Jarrod Wardwell
April 27, 2023

The Hatchet wins best independent online student publication in regional awards

By Jarrod Wardwell
April 3, 2023
DiMauro will also become the president of Hatchet Publications, Inc., pending approval by The Hatchet’s Board of Directors.

The Hatchet elects DiMauro as 2023-2024 editor in chief

By Jarrod Wardwell
February 26, 2023
Two of the show’s stars, Madelyn Cline and Madison Bailey, rolled into the District last Tuesday for an advanced screening of the Season 3 premiere in Georgetown.

‘Outer Banks’ stars sit down with The Hatchet before early screening of third season

By Jarrod Wardwell and Julia Koscelnik
February 23, 2023

Our apology for an insensitive, harmful debate question

By Jarrod Wardwell
November 12, 2022
Lindo said his “biggest focus” lies on the Atlantic 10 Championship, where Massachusetts eliminated the Colonials in the second round last season.

Lindo Jr. leading by example in final season with men’s basketball

By Jarrod Wardwell
November 7, 2022

Charting The Hatchet’s future with an emphasis on diversity

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 8, 2022

The Hatchet named winners, finalists in 11 regional awards

By Jarrod Wardwell
April 10, 2022
Sophomore Daisa Bandy said inclusivity is the most critical element of her platform, including proposals to institute a University-wide diversity course requirement and a training for employees to take before the academic year.

President: Dasia Bandy

By Jarrod Wardwell
March 28, 2022
John King, CNN’s chief national correspondent, moderated the discussion and posed questions written by members of the audience.

CNN hosts first on-campus ‘Citizen’ event

By Jarrod Wardwell and Faith Wardwell
March 7, 2022
About 10 Secret Service officers responded to the accident with five vehicles stationed along E Street.

Two cars involved in crash outside Elliott School of International Affairs

By Jarrod Wardwell and Zach Blackburn
April 21, 2021
Senior George Glass had already helped raise about $500 before he even began eating the sock taco.

Best way to eat a sock: In a taco

By Jarrod Wardwell
April 19, 2021
The procession from the hospital to the D.C. Chief Medical Examiner’s Office included U.S. Capitol Police and U.S. Park Police.

U.S. Capitol Police officer killed in Capitol attack transported to GW Hospital

By Zach Schonfeld and Jarrod Wardwell
April 2, 2021

Male suspect arrested for breaking into District House

By Jarrod Wardwell
March 28, 2021
Epstein, the chair, said the ANC would need permission from city officials before doling out any money to locals.

ANC authorizes committee to explore distribution of COVID-19 relief grants

By Jarrod Wardwell
March 18, 2021
The hotline can be accessed online or by calling (888) 349-8323.

All D.C. adults to be eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccine by May 1

By Jarrod Wardwell
March 15, 2021
For many students, poor internet connections and feelings of isolation are pushing them to find housing in D.C.

Former RAs worry program cancellation will damage residential community, end financial support

By Jarrod Wardwell and Ishani Chettri
March 8, 2021
Students said they felt unsupported during the room swap process.

RA program canceled as officials roll out new student employment positions

By Jarrod Wardwell
February 25, 2021
Basement dining capacity in District House is limited to 25 percent capacity, in accordance with D.C.'s guidelines for indoor dining.

District House vendors reopen to on-campus cohort grappling with food insecurity

By Jarrod Wardwell
February 22, 2021
Officials said all fires started this year happened because of banned items or unsafe cooking practices.

Fire alarm evacuations in District House spark COVID-19 concerns

By Jarrod Wardwell
February 22, 2021
Commissioners discussed how residents should address off-campus parties when they arise.

ANC greenlights strategic planning committees

By Jarrod Wardwell
February 18, 2021

MPD responds to 7-Eleven robbery off campus

By Jarrod Wardwell
February 16, 2021
On-campus students whose roommates test positive for COVID-19 have the option to move into empty rooms on campus, but no student used the option last semester, a University spokesperson said.

Students with COVID-19-positive roommates weigh temporarily moving to stay healthy

By Jarrod Wardwell and Abigail Osborne
February 16, 2021
In the 7-page letter delivered to LeBlanc, Sunrise leaders said officials have failed to address the issues facing their association with the RSC.

Sunrise GW marches letter to LeBlanc, demanding closure of RSC

By Jarrod Wardwell
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
Harnett said the intersection's improvements, which are privately funded by real estate company Boston Properties, should have been fixed by the D.C. government "a long, long time ago."

Crosswalk, accessibility upgrades installed at 22nd, I Street intersection

By Jarrod Wardwell
February 8, 2021
University President Thomas LeBlanc and three other local college presidents announced their support for D.C. statehood ahead of a congressional hearing on the issue Thursday.

Student group ramps up D.C. statehood calls amid growing national attention

By Jarrod Wardwell
February 3, 2021
Campus will open at 9 a.m. Tuesday morning.

Tuesday openings delayed at Foggy Bottom, VSTC campuses

By Jarrod Wardwell
February 1, 2021

Foggy Bottom, VSTC campuses to close Sunday ahead of snowstorm

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 30, 2021
GW's chapter of the NAACP called on LeBlanc earlier this month to release a second public statement by Feb. 11.

External audit to assess on-campus diversity before officials tackle diversity ‘action plan’

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 29, 2021
The strip of New Hampshire Avenue in front of the Saudi Arabian Embassy will be dedicated to the late journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

ANC unanimously approves streets honoring Khashoggi, RBG

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 28, 2021

21st Street shuts down between G, H streets after water main break

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 26, 2021
The GW Police Department headquarters along 22nd Street.

First-ever GWPD report shows complaints, investigations dropped over three years

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 18, 2021
Without further stimulus from the federal government, the planned cuts may enter effect in 2022, WMATA officials said.

WMATA officials expect to bypass service cuts for now after federal stimulus

By Jarrod Wardwell and Daniel Okay
January 18, 2021
GW's Foggy Bottom Campus falls adjacent to the Secret Service's "red zone," where roads are entirely closed to vehicles.

National Guard occupies Foggy Bottom as campus closes amid Inauguration Day threats

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 18, 2021

Crime log: Person spends more than $215 with stolen credit card from GW Hospital

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 18, 2021

MPD places inauguration security fencing on campus, blocking traffic

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 13, 2021
Pinto said homelessness in Foggy Bottom is a major issue she aims to confront during her first full term.

Pinto aims to address COVID-19 business recovery, homelessness during next four years

By Jarrod Wardwell and Teresa Klugewicz
January 11, 2021

Crime log: Man with 20 reported sexual assault charges arrested at GW Hospital

By Kateryna Stepanenko and Jarrod Wardwell
January 11, 2021

Foggy Bottom Campus to close in accordance with mayor’s curfew at 6 p.m.

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 6, 2021

Bowser issues citywide curfew for Wednesday night amid pro-Trump demonstrations

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 6, 2021
GW's 12 peer schools are taking similar steps to address the COVID-19 pandemic, like offering students housing and dining refunds.

Officials shutter libraries, alert GW community ahead of pro-Trump demonstrations

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 5, 2021
Seven malpractice cases were filed in 2009 compared to five last year, according to court records.

GW Hospital sues HHS secretary for policy reversal that inflated Medicare debt

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 3, 2021

Police respond to armed robbery near campus, suspects fleeing with AK-47s

By Jarrod Wardwell
January 2, 2021
Those who knew Kramer said she was committed to ensuring the best for students and always brought a spirit of generosity to her work and those around her.

Interim assistant DSS director dies at 52, remembered as ‘advocate’ for students

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 30, 2020

Locals raise funds for burial of man who died at homeless encampment near campus

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 23, 2020
Metropolitan Police Department officials released data showing racial disparities among individuals stopped without a ticket.

Bowser taps alumnus Robert Contee as her pick for next MPD chief

By Jarrod Wardwell and Rio Matsumoto
December 23, 2020

Student sues GW for enabling alleged police assault after 2018 arrest

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 22, 2020

Bowser temporarily bans indoor dining, extends state of emergency

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 19, 2020
Donnelly has previously worked as an EMT, paramedic, firefighter and officer, compiling 28 years of service for FEMS.

D.C. Council confirms new chief of FEMS

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 18, 2020
No more than 250 people are allowed to gather, according to the mayor's office.

D.C. to receive 16,000 additional COVID-19 vaccine doses from Maryland, Virginia

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 17, 2020

VSTC opening delayed until 10 a.m. Thursday amid winter storm warning

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 16, 2020

MPD officers arrest suspect at GW Hospital in connection to Trump rally stabbing

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 15, 2020
U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams encouraged all patients to take the vaccine, and he urged local officials to ensure doses are distributed in an equitable manner.

GW Hospital employees are first to receive COVID-19 vaccine in D.C.

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 14, 2020
A former patient of the GW Hospital is claiming that officials should not have terminated his care because of his romantic pursuit of his doctor.

Former GW Hospital patient alleges negligence in medical malpractice lawsuit

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 9, 2020

D.C. vaccinations to begin mid-December, most residents to wait until March or April

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 3, 2020

GW IT identifies email malware targeting personal financial information

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 3, 2020
George, a health care IT executive, said the FBA must navigate through continuous remote operation during the COVID-19 pandemic, but he said he hopes to conduct in-person meetings next year “where appropriate.”

Foggy Bottom Association elects new leader to steer neighborhood

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 2, 2020
Metro's ridership is currently at 12 percent of its pre-pandemic level, according to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority.

WMATA proposes ending weekend rail service, expanding station closures in 2022

By Jarrod Wardwell
December 1, 2020
Peter Newsham was confirmed by the D.C. Council as the permanent chief of the Metropolitan Police Department Tuesday.

MPD chief to leave D.C. police, will head Prince William County Police Department

By Jarrod Wardwell
November 24, 2020
No more than 250 people are allowed to gather, according to the mayor's office.

Bowser limits gathering sizes, alcohol sales as city braces for swelling caseload

By Jarrod Wardwell
November 23, 2020
About 1,100 students applied for on-campus housing out of 1,500 available slots, and administrators expect 2,300 students to take up residence off campus, 200 fewer than usual.

Students flock to off-campus apartments despite lack of on-campus housing applicants

By Jarrod Wardwell and Abigail Osborne
November 22, 2020
Sounds of the blue line stations accompanied by photos of the metro stations

Metro Board votes to cut service to compensate for major revenue fallout

By Jarrod Wardwell
November 22, 2020
Sarah Urtz | Staff Photographer

ANC pressures Biden-Harris team to remove White House fencing

By Jarrod Wardwell
November 19, 2020
Fifty-nine hate crimes were reported in the Second District last year compared to six in 2013, according to the MPD data.

D.C. Council passes emergency legislation to monitor MPD overtime payments

By Jarrod Wardwell
November 18, 2020
The GW Hospital's approach to patient treatment has shifted to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

GW Hospital, MFA, University sued in medical malpractice case

By Jarrod Wardwell
November 16, 2020
At the Ave, residents say they have seen gatherings of people noncompliant with the District's restrictions on group sizes and wearing masks.

Apartment gatherings, parties spark health concerns among students

By Jarrod Wardwell, Cleo Hudson and Yutong Jiang
November 16, 2020
While the celebrations over President-elect Joe Biden's victory have remained peaceful thus far, students said President Donald Trump's refusal to concede could spark future violence.

Election uncertainty sparks public safety concerns before, after Biden victory

By Jarrod Wardwell
November 9, 2020

November 2020 Crime Log

By Ilena Peng and Jarrod Wardwell
November 9, 2020
Pinto is currently running unopposed to represent Ward 2 on the D.C. Council.

Brooke Pinto declares victory in D.C. Council Ward 2 reelection bid

By Jarrod Wardwell
November 4, 2020
More than half of the Advisory Neighborhood Commission covering GW's Foggy Bottom Campus will be newly elected following the November elections.

Vacancies, new commissioners to mark new era for ANC

By Anastasia Conley and Jarrod Wardwell
November 2, 2020
Lafayette Hall residents have complained about loud noise over the past couple of weeks from construction at 2100 Pennsylvania Ave.

GW to house returning students in nine residence halls this spring: email

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 27, 2020
For many students, poor internet connections and feelings of isolation are pushing them to find housing in D.C.

‘I feel so alone’: Students seek spring housing in D.C. despite virtual year

By Samantha Serafin and Jarrod Wardwell
October 25, 2020
The Marvin Center's current name has sparked controversy since officials dedicated the building to former University President Cloyd Heck Marvin in 1971.

Documents show Marvin’s leadership characterized by racist, anti-Semitic policies

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 25, 2020
Foggy Bottom residents said they feel angered and worried about off-campus students granting COVID-19 a foothold in the community by violating mask requirements and holding gatherings.

Students’ parties off campus have endangered local residents, neighbors say

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 25, 2020

Man struck in the head by hatchet near Foggy Bottom Metro station

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 25, 2020
Commissioners heard from University leaders Wednesday about off-campus gathering complaints and passed legislation urging D.C. officials to put the School Without Walls principal back in office.

ANC urges D.C. officials to reinstate recently fired School Without Walls principal

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 23, 2020
Students who receive Pell Grants or federal aid for food can now ride one of the six scooter brands for free.

D.C. Council passes new electric vehicle restrictions in legislation

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 23, 2020

Three students targeted in armed robbery on Virginia Avenue

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 18, 2020
The entryway to train platforms in Union Station, pictured in 2020.

Officials use travel form to monitor students living on campus during pandemic

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 18, 2020
Taking the Metro bus can be a cost-effective and fast way to travel around the District.

FlixBus to install intercity bus stop in Foggy Bottom

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 18, 2020
Harnett said the two projects will help rectify safety on roadways throughout Foggy Bottom during a time when traffic fatalities continue to bubble throughout the District.

G Street being upgraded with protected bike lane, Capital Bikeshare station

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 14, 2020

Student arrested for allegedly attempting to rape two women

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 14, 2020
GW Police Department Chief James Tate, pictured in 2020.

GWPD chief presents reforms for department to Faculty Senate

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 12, 2020

October 2020 Crime Log

By Ilena Peng and Jarrod Wardwell
October 12, 2020
The panel will conduct an “independent and impartial review” of transit police to improve trust between the transit police department and the public.

Metro officials distribute face masks at stations across D.C.

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 10, 2020
Students say administrators mischaracterized the University's partnership with Grubhub, which they say was advertised as free delivery but comes with several fees and restrictions.

On-campus students struggle to afford ‘contactless’ GW delivery services

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 4, 2020
Last year, the District Department of Transportation and GW reached an agreement that allows students to access Capital Bikeshare annual memberships for $25.

Capital Bikeshare celebrates 10 years in D.C.

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 4, 2020
About 30 of the 90 crashes documented on H Street occurred in the past three years.

D.C. traffic deaths rise during pandemic, impeding plans for zero-death goal

By Jarrod Wardwell
October 4, 2020

Office of Campaign Finance dismisses complaint against Brooke Pinto

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 30, 2020
The new app features a safety timer that allows friends and family to "watch over" students as they walk from one location to another.

Officials introduce new campus safety features with GW Guardian app

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 28, 2020
The GW Hospital's approach to patient treatment has shifted to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Pregnant woman arrested at GW Hospital following knife chase

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 24, 2020

TwentyTables pulls food trucks from campus, citing lack of “consistent customers”

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 22, 2020

Crime log: MPD arrests man for picking flowers at GW Hospital

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 20, 2020
Students on the Division of Safety and Facilities' Student Advisory Board spent last week's meeting questioning officers about safety on campus during the pandemic and their response to social justice movements.

Student advisory board charts new vision for GWPD

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 20, 2020
The District Department of Transportation will build a protected bike line on 20th and 21st streets.

DDOT unveils plans for protected bike lane network on campus

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 20, 2020
Leblanc said physical construction will last 18 to 24 months after starting in 2022, but commissioners said DDOT needs to take immediate action to enhance safety and prevent potential accidents between drivers and cyclists.

ANC votes to install street, sidewalk improvements on Pennsylvania Avenue

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 17, 2020
Bolton qualified for the ballot earlier this year when he ran for the Green Party nomination uncontested, and he said he now launched his campaign in hopes of giving voters “a real choice” for D.C. Council.

Green Party nominee enters Ward 2 D.C. Council race

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 16, 2020
Courtesy of Xzavier Blackmone

Republican nominee ends campaign for Ward 2 D.C. Council seat

By Jarrod Wardwell
September 16, 2020
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