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More than 40 pedestrians and cyclists have suffered injuries in Ward 2 this year.

Traffic deaths surge during pandemic as local leaders call for change

By Vita Fellig
May 9, 2021
Zahra Mohamed Ahmad, the founder of the Somali Women Development Center, said women’s rights laws need to be enforced on both a national and international scale.

International women’s rights activists discuss inspiration, advocacy work

By Vita Fellig
April 4, 2021
Junior and repeat candidate Christian Zidouemba hopes to leverage his connections to administrators through his on-campus jobs in a bid to improve the student experience.

President: Christian Zidouemba

By Vita Fellig
March 28, 2021

MSNBC host discusses future of Black political agenda

By Vita Fellig
February 24, 2021
Henderson said while the interviews cannot be considered representative of the entire Uyghur experience, the research project still provides an “informed window” into current life in Xinjiang.

Human rights experts analyze ethnic minority experiences in China

By Vita Fellig
February 8, 2021
A University website states that administrators plan to resume in-person classes by the fall semester.

Residence hall occupancy triples from fall semester

By Vita Fellig
February 1, 2021
Lampton said global issues like climate change can offer opportunities for improved diplomatic relations as Chinese leadership has “changed” its previous point of view, now recognizing climate change as a significant threat.

Foreign policy experts discuss U.S.-China relations under Biden presidency

By Vita Fellig
January 22, 2021
Wallace said he initially did not prevent Trump from interrupting Biden, seeing their back-and-forth as a good sign of engagement between the two candidates.

2020 debate moderators reflect on debates, their impact on final election results

By Vita Fellig
November 25, 2020
While GW-affiliated donors gave less to Biden in 2020 than they did to Clinton in 2016, the total amount donated to Trump this election cycle is higher than in 2016.

Most GW donors flock to Biden but contribute only two-thirds of Clinton’s 2016 donations

By Vita Fellig and Francisco Camacho
November 2, 2020
Arie Dubnov, an associate professor of history, is currently teaching the new course on the anniversary of the 1948 Arab-Israeli War.

‘We need more communication’: Faculty adapt to virtual learning but worry about layoffs

By Vita Fellig and Isha Trivedi
October 18, 2020
Hannah-Jones said she welcomes criticism of her work as she perceives the project to be a form of “activism.”

Reporter for 1619 Project discusses program’s impact at webinar

By Vita Fellig
September 16, 2020
Scott Sheffler added that many state and local governments will be impacted by new restrictions but said the enforcement of the Huawei ban remains “to be seen.”

Trade, cybersecurity experts discuss issues of barriers at GW Law webinar

By Vita Fellig
September 6, 2020
You don't have to have a lot of ingredients to try this chocolate "war" cake that was created during World War II.

Dish of the Week, from home: double chocolate ‘war’ cake

By Vita Fellig
April 1, 2020
The Ric and Dawn Duquès Hall on 22nd Street

Business school to up STEM offerings with two new majors, redesigned degree next year

By Vita Fellig
March 25, 2020
At the event, Plouffe said voters should not underestimate Trump's reelection odds because he has spent years preparing for the 2020 election while holding the most powerful public office in the United States.

Obama’s 2008 campaign manager talks 2020 election, Trump’s reelection odds

By Vita Fellig
March 6, 2020
The Ric and Dawn Duquès Hall on 22nd Street

Business ethics professorship filled after seven-year vacancy

By Vita Fellig
February 27, 2020
Business school Dean Anuj Mehrotra said the school will host the first cohort of faculty and students from its partner in France in spring 2021.

Business school to invite French master’s students to D.C. for semester-long program

By Vita Fellig
February 18, 2020
Sophomore Stephanie Lee is a brand ambassador for Tinder's college app, TinderU.

TinderU student ambassadors encourage meet-ups, not hook-ups, this Valentine’s Day

By Vita Fellig
February 10, 2020
Officials said the multi-million dollar Science and Engineering Hall has attracted top faculty and improved student satisfaction since it opened five years ago.

Science and Engineering Hall has bolstered GW’s research output, faculty say

By Vita Fellig
January 13, 2020
Jennifer Rubin, a columnist for The Washington Post and a contributor for MSNBC, speaks at an event on conservatism in the media at an event in the Media and Public Affairs building Thursday.

Journalists discuss conservative media at SMPA panel

By Vita Fellig
April 16, 2019
Daniel Mulhall, the Irish ambassador to the United States, spoke at the Elliott School of International Affairs Thursday about Ireland's stance as the United Kingdom grapples with Brexit.

Irish ambassador discusses Ireland’s relationship with UK post-Brexit

By Vita Fellig
March 31, 2019
The University is in the process of expanding an online customer relations management system that was first implemented in some advising offices last fall, officials said.

University to expand online advising, note-taking tool

By Vita Fellig and Alec Rich
March 28, 2019
At a Board of Trustees meeting earlier this month, University President Thomas LeBlanc said several groups of GW researchers will travel to the eMerge Americas conference.

GW sponsors technology conference to boost science reputation

By Vita Fellig
February 21, 2019
The University could face a defamation suit if it reveals information about Heather Swain's hiring, legal experts said.

Interview with LeBlanc kicks off business school discussion series

By Vita Fellig
January 29, 2019
Three top administrators left the University in January.

January marked by three back-to-back administrative departures

By Vita Fellig
January 28, 2019
Students, faculty discuss criticism of third annual Women's March

Students, faculty discuss criticism of third annual Women’s March

By Arianna Dunham, Vita Fellig and Jake Folvag
January 20, 2019
Gabrielle Rhoads | Hatchet Photographer

More than 150 people gather in Kogan Plaza to honor Pittsburgh shooting victims

By Vita Fellig
October 29, 2018
Hindu Students Association hosts Disco Diwali

Hindu Students Association hosts Disco Diwali

By Vita Fellig
October 29, 2018
Tracy Councill, an alumna and art therapist, looks on as her patient Elise works on a painting of a dog. Elise has been working with Tracy since she was 2 years old.

Sick children cope with illness through alumna’s art therapy program

By Vita Fellig
October 15, 2018
Student interns talk about balancing school and internships

Student interns talk about balancing school and internships

By Arianna Dunham, Vita Fellig and Eric Lee
September 20, 2018
Immersive Loop installation displays cartoons at CityCenter DC

Immersive Loop installation displays cartoons at CityCenter DC

By Kristy Pham and Vita Fellig
September 9, 2018
Portraits of Holocaust survivors line the National Mall in new exhibit

Portraits of Holocaust survivors line the National Mall in new exhibit

By Keren Carrion, Arianna Dunham and Vita Fellig
April 24, 2018
Best campus dog: Lola the miniature goldendoodle

Best campus dog: Lola the miniature goldendoodle

By Vita Fellig
April 2, 2018
The Vibes take second place at ICCA Mid-Atlantic Quarterfinals

The Vibes take second place at ICCA Mid-Atlantic Quarterfinals

By Vita Fellig
January 29, 2018
Students decorate mugs with positive self-image messages for Love Your Body Week

Students decorate mugs with positive self-image messages for Love Your Body Week

By Sarah Roach and Vita Fellig
November 10, 2017
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