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Serving the GW Community since 1904

The GW Hatchet

Jenna Baer, Contributing Culture Editor

Jenna, a senior majoring in creative writing, is the 2023-24 contributing culture editor. She previously worked as a staff writer and cartoonist. She is a Houston, Texas girl through and through.

All content by Jenna Baer
Sex toys displayed on a table in the University Student Center

Students vibrate with excitement at GW’s first sex toy museum

By Jenna Baer, Contributing Culture Editor
April 22, 2024
Former Migos star Quavo performs for a crowd of Spring Fling attendees.

Quavo stars in Spring Fling concert; students dissatisfied with ticket prices

By Jenna Baer, Jennifer Igbonoba and Nick Perkins
April 21, 2024
Jenna Baer: It happened one volume

Jenna Baer: It happened one volume

By Jenna Baer, Contributing Culture Editor
April 18, 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
Madhatters Beef Brisket Sandwich, accompanied by French fries and a pickle

Best bar meal: Madhatter’s ‘Beef Brisket Sandwich’

By Jenna Baer, Contributing Culture Editor
April 8, 2024
The look of confusion when receiving questionable PR emails.

PR emails we can’t believe weren’t April Fools’ Day jokes

By Jenna Baer, Contributing Culture Editor
April 1, 2024
Cherry blossoms bloom from the arms of a tree.

4 cherry blossom-themed treats and activities to ring in spring

By Jenna Baer and Nick Perkins
March 21, 2024
Masters student Andrew Mitakides says I do to Riki Wells during the wedding ceremony outside the Academy for Classical Acting.

My big fat GW wedding: Shakespeare master’s student elopes on campus

By Jenna Baer and Nick Perkins
March 4, 2024
An axe-thrower winds up for a toss at Kraken Axes & Rage.

Singles, try these solo Valentine’s Day activities to cure the blues

By Jenna Baer, Contributing Culture Editor
February 12, 2024
The “Dune: Part Two” popcorn bucket can hold an arrangement of flowers — perfect for that special someone this Valentines Day.

Last-minute Valentine’s Day gift ideas for every relationship stage

By Jenna Baer and Nick Perkins
February 12, 2024
A stack of Stanley Tumblers towers over a corner of the new Campus Store.

[Photo] The hits and misses at the new Campus Store

By Sofia Paparella, Reporter
February 8, 2024
Nathan Orner twirls his bride-to-be Edy Koenigs during an engagement photoshoot inspired by the Disney Pixar film Up.

When Nathan Met Edy: Iconic GW couple engaged

By Jenna Baer and Nick Perkins
November 13, 2023
Stand-up comedian Nimesh Patel stands onstage to deliver a set.

Comedian Nimesh Patel discusses stand-up career, connection to DC and controversies

By Jenna Baer, Contributing Culture Editor
November 6, 2023
The Memphis BBQ burger from Eat Brgz on New Hampshire Ave.

Dish of the week: Eat Brgz’s Memphis BBQ

By Jenna Baer, Contributing Culture Editor
November 2, 2023
A copy of “The Tenant” by Katrine Engberg served as the first clue of Game Geniuss scavenger hunt.

Food-themed scavenger hunt sends puzzle lovers all over the District

By Caitlin Kitson, Lindsay Larson, Shea Carlberg, Jenna Baer and Nova Spier
October 12, 2023
DMV soup delivery service Prescription Chickens bi-partisan chicken soup is carbo-loaded with enough matzah balls and noodles to satisfy both sides of the aisle.

The best soups around campus to keep you warm while fall temperatures drop

By Nick Perkins and Jenna Baer
October 2, 2023
Review: Jonas Brothers bring intense, chaotic energy to Capital One

Review: Jonas Brothers bring intense, chaotic energy to Capital One

By Jenna Baer, Contributing Culture Editor
September 28, 2023
Senior Ashleigh Tobins apartment greenery, which she says shes been nursing since 2021.

Out of the woods and into the dorms: Students’ indoor gardens

By Nick Perkins and Jenna Baer
September 11, 2023
PLANTA’s dan dan noodles serve up a mouthwatering balance of coconut curry and wheat ramen noodles.

Dish of the Week: PLANTA Queen’s Dan Dan Noodles

By Jenna Baer and Riya Sharma
September 6, 2023
Sharing a laugh over a comedy classic like “Pitch Perfect” is a great first step to break the ice with your roomies.

Rooming with randos? These bonding activities will help you become fast friends

By Jenna Baer, Contributing Culture Editor
August 28, 2023
STILL VIA IFC FILMS

Spice up your watchlist with these newer hidden-gem movies and television shows

By Jenna Baer and Nick Perkins
July 28, 2023
These films each deserve a full day and a clear mind to be appreciated.

Review: She’s “Barbie,” he’s just “Oppenheimer”

By Jenna Baer
July 28, 2023
Participants at the Pride Walk & Rally can walk, bike or roller skate on the parade route from Dupont Circle to Freedom Plaza.

Pride month is over, but here are some local LGBTQ+ businesses to support year round

By Jenna Baer
June 30, 2023
D.C. eats and treats on a budget

D.C. eats and treats on a budget

By Jenna Baer
June 23, 2023
Review: ‘Never Have I Ever’ Season 4 is an emotional rollercoaster

Review: ‘Never Have I Ever’ Season 4 is an emotional rollercoaster

By Jenna Baer
June 16, 2023
A visit to the freshman year staple nightclub Decades, located at 1219 Connecticut Ave. NW, is sure to have your parents busting a move to the oldies on one of the clubs six throwback-themed floors.

A cool mom’s night out: Club hop with the whole family

By Jenna Baer
May 18, 2023
Brian Stamps, a lifestyle, sport and physical activity professor who teaches cardio kickboxing classes, said he uses upbeat anthems to motivate his students to get through another minute of push-ups in his classes.

Lyrical learning: Professors share the role music plays in their classroom

By Jenna Baer and Nick Perkins
May 1, 2023
Seniors Sean and Patrick Tajanlangit, or the “Taj Twins,” are one of many pairs of twins at GW who chose the same university by chance but grew closer by choice.

Twin it to win it: Student siblings talk attending GW together

By Jenna Baer
May 1, 2023
Students might know LinkedIn as the app where their classmates flex their internships and student organization titles, but others have had run-ins that stretch the bounds of the networking site

Cringeworthy connections: Students dish on their most bizarre LinkedIn encounters

By Jenna Baer and Lana Khalaf
April 24, 2023
Located across the street from the DC USA shopping center, Sticky Fingers Sweets & Eats offers up the perfect sweet treat after a long day of running errands.

Best vegan dessert spot: Sticky Fingers Sweets & Eats

By Jenna Baer
April 10, 2023
These picks might help you remember being single doesnt mean you’re alone this Valentine’s Day.

Anti-romance movies and TV shows to watch if you’re single on Valentine’s Day

By Jenna Baer
February 6, 2023
Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston reprise their roles as Nick and Audrey Spitz, putting their investigative skills to the test to find their friend after he is kidnapped from his own wedding.

Netflix original movies to pick and skip during your binging sprees in 2023

By Jenna Baer
January 23, 2023

GW should not charge students who break lab equipment by accident

By Jenna Baer
April 7, 2022

Stop making students print materials for class

By Jenna Baer
March 7, 2022
Jenna Baer | Cartoonist

Cartoon: Valentine’s Day at GW

By Jenna Baer
February 14, 2022

Extensive G-PAC requirements stifle students’ intellectual pursuits

By Jenna Baer
November 15, 2021

Cartoon: Midterms are in the air

By Jenna Baer
October 28, 2021

Cartoon: Zoom fatigue

By Jenna Baer
April 8, 2021

Don’t be a walking super spreader – stay home this Valentine’s Day

By Jenna Baer
February 11, 2021
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