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Serving the GW Community since 1904

The GW Hatchet
All content by Rachel Armany
Read up on how some graduating students are finding novel ways to celebrate the conclusion to their time at GW.

With in-person graduation canceled, seniors find new ways to throw their caps at home

By Rachel Armany and Zeina Mohammed
May 11, 2020
Compete in a virtual bake-off with friends while you follow social distancing guidelines.

How to virtually hang out with friends and family during self-isolation

By Rachel Armany
March 29, 2020
Visit the “Women of Progress: Early Camera Portraits” at the National Portrait Gallery to celebrate Women's History Month.

Top events to celebrate Women’s History Month

By Rachel Armany
March 8, 2020
The art exhibit "Graciela Iturbide’s Mexico” at the Museum of Women in the Arts features 140 photographs that chronicle the beauty and complexities of the artist’s home country.

Weekend Outlook – Visit a new exhibit at the National Museum of Women in the Arts

By Rachel Armany
February 27, 2020
Lovers can learn about how different animals mate and enjoy drinks and dessert at the National Zoo's "Woo at the Zoo."

Unconventional ways to spend your Valentine’s Day

By Rachel Armany
February 10, 2020
The techno-inspired exhibit "Future Sketches" will showcase the work of artist and computer programmer Zach Lieberman.

Artechouse exhibit uses computer code to create interactive design

By Rachel Armany
January 21, 2020
"The Grinch who Stole Christmas" is a must-watch during the holiday season.

Top five must-watch cheesy holiday movies this season

By Rachel Armany
November 25, 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
Camille Drury | Photographer

Jenny Slate talks personal life, upcoming book at Lisner

By Rachel Armany
November 5, 2019
The Metro Board of Directors approved a resolution Thursday to reimburse the subpoenaed board members for their attorneys' fees.

Metro monopoly: Sights and sounds of Blue Line Metro stops

By Rachel Armany
October 2, 2019
Caroline Kipps was hired in August to oversee contemporary arts at The Textile Museum. Eric Lee | Staff Photographer

Textile Museum contemporary art curator hired after nearly year-long search

By Rachel Armany
September 16, 2019
The REACH, an expansion to the Kennedy Center, includes three new outdoor pavilions and more than 130,000 square feet of landscaping.

Weekend Outlook – Kick off September at a Kennedy Center festival

By Rachel Armany
September 4, 2019
Sophomore Charlie Panfil is the youngest person to own and operate a political action committee recognized by the Federal Elections Commission.

Student operates political action committee from campus

By Rachel Armany
September 2, 2019
Jack Evans, a D.C. councilmember representing Ward 2, was under review by the Council's ethics board.

Read up on the top headlines of summer

By Rachel Armany
August 25, 2019
Alexander Welling | Assistant Photo Editor

Make your GWorld go the distance: How to spend smart in your first semester

By Rachel Armany
August 18, 2019
Sarah Urtz | Assistant Photo Editor

Senior helps students find affordable travel costs with new website

By Rachel Armany
July 8, 2019
Visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture before you graduate.

Bucket list activities to check off your list before you graduate

By Rachel Armany
May 11, 2019

GW should better accommodate employees who work on snow days

By Rachel Armany
March 28, 2018

Gelman study spaces must be altered to better fit student needs

By Rachel Armany
March 21, 2018

GW must offer more writing-based art classes for those who aren’t artistically inclined

By Rachel Armany
February 8, 2018

Older residence halls should be renovated to have student lounges on upper floors

By Rachel Armany
January 18, 2018

Student organizations should empower members to embrace their identity

By Rachel Armany
November 16, 2017

Students need more accessible cultural food options

By Rachel Armany
October 16, 2017

Alternative Breaks can avoid ‘voluntourism’ with more funding

By Rachel Armany
September 21, 2017

Skip your hundredth monuments trip to do some volunteer work

By Rachel Armany
August 31, 2017

FixIt should streamline its request system to shorten wait times

By Rachel Armany
April 17, 2017

Upperclassmen need cheaper housing options

By Rachel Armany
March 8, 2017

Social media can be for more than memes and memories

By Rachel Armany
February 12, 2017

Essay: Finding peace with my body image

By Rachel Armany
January 17, 2017

Professors should require students to use D.C. as classroom more often

By Rachel Armany
December 30, 2016

GW Mobile app needs updates based on student input

By Rachel Armany
October 30, 2016
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