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Tatte's new Foggy Bottom location, which arrived in July, now joins Peet's, Starbucks and Panera as a major source of caffeine on campus.

New restaurants in the Foggy Bottom area to add to your dining rotation this fall

By Yutong Jiang
August 29, 2022
Thurston, which previously housed about 1,100 students, making it the largest residence hall on campus, became a target of criticism in recent years due to outdated facilities, mold and frequent leaks.

Thurston Hall reopens with dramatic renovations, extensive communal space

By Yutong Jiang and Henry Huvos
August 22, 2022
Try out student organizations like the GroW Garden, GW Jazz Orchestra and more based on your personal interests.

Student organizations that you should try based on your personal interests

By Yutong Jiang
August 22, 2022
The well cooked, crispy curry chicken combined with the elastic and chewy noodles to create a distinctive and fulfilling texture pairing as I dove into the dish.

Dish of the Week: Toki Underground’s Taipei curry chicken ramen

By Yutong Jiang
August 11, 2022
Orientation leader Macy McClintock said this year's orientation programming aims to make the college transition less intimidating for students new to campus.

What to expect from New Student Orientation

By Yutong Jiang
August 23, 2021
Majority-Black Wards 4, 5, 7 and 8 notched the highest rates of COVID-19 incidence in D.C. yet have the lowest numbers of vaccinated people, a disparity caused by inadequate and differential access to vaccines.

Foggy Bottom Association to launch project on neighborhood’s history

By Yutong Jiang
April 19, 2021
Natalie Milman, a professor of educational technology, said she didn't think education would transform as much as it did with remote learning.

Experts talk academic challenges amid COVID-19 pandemic during panel

By Yutong Jiang
April 12, 2021
While violent crimes are down over the past several months, thefts in stores and vehicle break-ins are up, which local leaders attribute to reduced foot traffic and security.

Crime in Foggy Bottom plunges since outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic

By Yutong Jiang
April 4, 2021

History professor discusses George Washington’s legacy at alumni event

By Yutong Jiang
April 4, 2021
Brookside Gardens, a 50-acre display garden in Wheaton, Maryland, is about a 20-minute walk from the Glenmont Metro station.

About half of on-campus residents reported travel plans during spring break, officials said

By Yutong Jiang
March 28, 2021
Sounds of the blue line stations accompanied by photos of the metro stations

WMATA could avoid service cuts during pandemic with new relief package

By Yutong Jiang
March 10, 2021
For many workers in the District, navigating overloaded state unemployment insurance systems proved to be a difficult task.

Local workers in heavily affected industries continue struggling with unemployment

By Yutong Jiang
March 8, 2021
Janice Blanchard, a professor of emergency medicine, said vaccines are safe because they activate the body's “natural immune system” to work against the virus.

Medical experts explain technology of COVID-19 vaccines, encourage vaccinations

By Yutong Jiang
March 3, 2021
Updates to campus building HVAC systems like those in South Hall include increased ventilation and airflow and filters to block dust and contaminants.

GW upgrades HVAC systems across campus to satisfy energy standards, COVID-19 safety

By Yutong Jiang
February 22, 2021

Professor explains history of mental illness stigma in latest book

By Yutong Jiang
February 16, 2021
The Residence Hall Association is adapting to the pandemic by providing on-campus residents with GW-branded masks and hosting virtual events like Netflix watch parties.

RHA expands spring programming as more students return to residence halls

By Yutong Jiang
February 8, 2021
The Foggy Bottom Food Pantry located at United Methodist Church is back up and running after shuttering during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Foggy Bottom Food Pantry reopens amid shortage of clients, supplies

By Yutong Jiang
January 25, 2021
This discussion was held in the midst of outgoing President Donald Trump's attempts to dispute November's president election results and the aftermath of a pro-Trump mob engaging in a riot at the U.S. Capitol.

MSU law professor discusses end of Trump’s presidency

By Yutong Jiang
January 20, 2021
Different abroad programs will need to make “case-by-case” determinations in terms of which ones are able to proceed in the future, but there can be a “permanent role” for this remote learning, Osdras said.

Study abroad experts discuss future of abroad programs, anti-Asian racism

By Yutong Jiang
November 19, 2020
Crenshaw said the current situation for Black women facing discrimination and violence is “a space of no space” when it comes to encounters with the police.

Diversity Summit keynote speaker addresses effects of election, COVID-19 on people of color

By Yutong Jiang and Francisco Camacho
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
ANC 2A Chair James Harnett hopes to secure a seat on the D.C. State Board of Education in the upcoming elections, while senior Yannik Omictin aims for a seat on ANC 2A.

Two seniors spearhead campaigns for local office in D.C.

By Lizzie Mintz and Yutong Jiang
November 2, 2020
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