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All content by Zach Montellaro
Dan Rich | Photo Editor

Zach Montellaro: To infinity and beyond

By Zach Montellaro
April 24, 2016
Zach Montellaro | Hatchet Staff Photographer

Best dog on campus: Trooper

By Zach Montellaro
April 3, 2016
Erika Feinman celebrates with their supporters after winning the race for Student Association president. Katie Causey | Photo Editor

[Photo] Erika Feinman wins SA presidency with focus on student representation

March 11, 2016
Photo courtesy Maya Weinstein.

[Photo] Alumna participated in Lady Gaga’s Oscar performance

By Grace Gannon
March 2, 2016
Christine Farzan, president of GW Democrats, attends one of its events on Wednesday night. GW Democrats will be hosting an internship fair next week. Jordan McDonald | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] GW College Democrats to host internship fair

February 17, 2016
Sophomore Yuta Watanabe drives to the basket in the Colonials' win over Gannon earlier this season. File photo by Dan Rich | Contributing Photo Editor

Men’s basketball game moved up because of snow

By Zach Montellaro
January 21, 2016

The Hatchet wins national Pacemaker award

By Zach Montellaro
November 2, 2015
Anna McGarrigle | Senior Designer

Head in the Cloud: Ditch your phone, for at least a little bit

By Zach Montellaro
September 27, 2015
Guacamole with peas might be the biggest Internet trend, but for me, it was underwhelming. Eva Palmer | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] We tried guacamole with peas…and you may not want to

By Eva Palmer
July 2, 2015
The fireworks on the National Mall are nice, but plan on getting there early if you want to see them. Photo by Zach Montellaro used under a CC-NC-SA 2.0 licence.

[Photo] Where to find food and fireworks this Fourth of July

By Victoria Sheridan
July 1, 2015

Head in the Cloud: The apps you need to survive freshman year

By Zach Montellaro
June 8, 2015
Freshman Brady Renner throws a pitch during GW's loss to Davidson. Renner worked into the eighth inning and exited the game with just two earned runs, but the Wildcats eliminated the Colonials 2-1. Zach Montellaro | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Baseball’s season of progress ends in heartbreaker to Davidson in A-10 tournament

May 23, 2015
Hatchet File Photo

[Photo] Baseball’s Muhl tops Stopper of the Year midseason watch list

April 21, 2015
Chance Malek throws a pitch in a game last season. GW's bullpen has struggled in a slow start for the team this year. Zach Montellaro | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Baseball avoids series sweep with win over Fordham

April 19, 2015
Rex the Boxer holds a baseball in his mouth before the GW game. Rex was at the game for the "Bark at Barcroft" event. Zach Montellaro | Hatchet Staff Photographer

Photos: Colonials celebrate ‘Bark at Barcroft,’ win over Fordham

By Zach Montellaro
April 19, 2015
Even President Obama and Ryan Reynolds wear a FitBit, a small device that tracks your exercise, steps and sleep patterns to encourage a healthier lifestyle while still looking discrete and stylish. Desiree Halpern | Contributing Photo Editor

[Photo] My weekend with a Fitbit

April 16, 2015
Anna McGarrigle | Senior Designer

Head in the Cloud: How to get more likes on your Instagram posts

By Zach Montellaro
April 13, 2015
Desiree Halpern | Contributing Photo Editor

[Photo] Remembering the relevance of SA elections

March 27, 2015
Bobbie LeWarne throws a pitch earlier in the season. File Photo by Zach Montellaro | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Weekend Wrap: Baseball continues hot start, sets up for tough road trip

March 10, 2015
The Colonials celebrate a victory earlier in the season. File Photo by Zach Montellaro | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Baseball concludes homestand with non-conference win

March 31, 2015

With victory over Fordham, women’s basketball heads to A-10 finals

By Zach Montellaro
March 7, 2015

GW avenges only conference loss with quarterfinals win against Saint Louis

By Zach Montellaro
March 6, 2015
Junior Bobby LeWarne throws a pitch during GW's win on Friday over Niagara. LeWarne gave up six runs in six plus innings pitched. Zach Montellaro | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Baseball makes best start since 2008 with weekend sweep of Niagara

March 2, 2015

Storify: GW reacts to Tim Cook announced as Commencement speaker

By Zach Montellaro
February 26, 2015
Photo Illustration by Desiree Halpern | Contributing Photo Editor

Head in the Cloud: No match for Tinder’s curveballs

By Zach Montellaro
February 9, 2015
Senior Joe Lipworth charges down his lane during the men's 100-yard butterfly. Francis Rivera | Senior Staff Photographer

[Photo] Swimming dominates tune-up against Howard as championships loom

January 24, 2015
Senior John Kopriva scored 19 points, tying a career-high, to lead the Colonials in a 79-59 rout of Fordham. Mark Eisenhauer | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Kopriva captains Colonials to 20-point victory at Fordham

By Mark Eisenhauer
January 23, 2015
Judy Smith, the inspiration for the inspiration for Olivia Pope on the show "Scandal" will speak on campus next month. Photo by flickr user roanokecollege used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

[Photo] 'Scandal' will return to campus next month

January 22, 2015
Parisians attend a rally to show solidarity after the attacks at Charlie Hedbo on Jan. 11. Photo by flickr user nikleitz2009 used under a CC-BY 2.0 licence.

[Photo] Professor's Take: Balancing Charlie Hebdo, freedom of the press and social responsibility

January 22, 2015
Anna McGarrigle | Senior Designer

Head in the Cloud: Four podcasts you need to listen to – besides ‘Serial’

By Zach Montellaro
January 20, 2015
Interactive Map: Find your next address

Interactive Map: Find your next address

By Zach Montellaro
January 15, 2015
After a few days of classes, unwind with Tai Chi at the National Cathedral on Wednesday. Photo by flickr user Francisco Daum used under a CC-BY 2.0 licence.

[Photo] Your Week: Back to the District

January 12, 2015
Patrico Garino goes up for a dunk in GW's 63-50 loss to La Salle on Saturday. The Colonials lost their fourth game of the season, each one having come on the road. Dan Rich | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Colonials continue to struggle on the road against La Salle

By Nora Princiotti
January 11, 2015
Jonquel Jones drives past a Richmond defender to attempt a shot. Even as the focus of opposing game plans, Jones has four consecutive double-doubles and is creating space for other post players. Zach Montellaro | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Women’s basketball pulls away from Richmond, wins 12th straight

January 10, 2015
Head coach Mike Lonergan talks to his team alongside senior John Kopriva during GW's 63-50 loss at La Salle Saturday afternoon. Dan Rich | Hatchet Staff Photographer.

[Photo] Colonials’ win streak snapped at La Salle

By Mark Eisenhauer
January 10, 2015
Members of the men's basketball team and coach Mike Lonergan's family pose with the Diamond Head Classic championship trophy after defeating No. 11 Wichita State 60-54. Nora Princiotti | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Three men’s basketball players receive A-10 postseason honors

By Mark Eisenhauer
March 10, 2015
John Kopriva and other members of the men's basketball team celebrate GW's 60-54 win over No. 11 Wichita State in the Diamond Head Classic championship game. Nora Princiotti | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Men’s basketball: How the 1-3-1 stole Christmas

December 27, 2014
Members of the men's basketball team lift the Diamond Head Classic championship trophy after they defeated No. 11 Wichita State 60-54. Nora Princiotti | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Men’s basketball shocks No. 11 Wichita State to win Diamond Head Classic

By Nora Princiotti
December 26, 2014
Junior Kethan Savage looks to make a pass during GW's 53-50 victory over Colorado in the Diamond Head Classic Semifinals. Nora Princiotti | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] McDonald powers GW back against Colorado in Diamond Head semis

By Nora Princiotti
December 23, 2014
Junior Joe McDonald drives to the basket in transition for the Colonials. McDonald had a quiet four-point, six-rebound night but helped GW outscore Ohio 10-2 in fastbreak points. Nora Princiotti | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Men’s basketball routs Ohio in first Diamond Head Classic game

By Nora Princiotti
December 22, 2014
Photo by Anders Krusberg via the Peabody Awards used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

[Photo] 'The Colbert Report' to film episode on campus Monday

December 3, 2014

Women’s basketball feasts on Grambling State, gets bounce-back win

By Zach Montellaro
November 24, 2014
Original photo by flickr user Simon Q used under a CC BY 2.0 license, modified for story.

Online subscription services: Your solution to last-minute holiday shopping

By Zach Montellaro
November 24, 2014
Lauren Chase dribbles the ball in a game earlier this season. Chase scored a game-high 22 points Saturday against Fresno State. File Photo by Dan Rich | Hatchet Photographer

[Photo] Women’s basketball’s success rests on perimeter defense

November 21, 2014
Junior Joe McDonald drives to the net in GW's win over Rutgers earlier this season. File Photo by Dan Rich | Hatchet Photographer

[Photo] Preview: Men’s basketball vs. No. 9 Virginia

By Nora Princiotti
November 20, 2014
Senior Chakecia Miller drives past a defender in a game against Bowie State during her senior season. Hatchet File Photo.

[Photo] Women’s basketball wins home opener against Bowie State

November 20, 2014

Raw video: Lonergan, Larsen and Garino talk after home opener win

By Zach Montellaro
November 15, 2014
Ambulances and fire trucks were outside the Jefferson House for several hours Thursday night. Zach Montellaro | Hatchet Staff Photograper

[Photo] Second-year law student found dead in Jefferson House apartment

November 14, 2014
Sophomore guard Hannah Schaible goes to the basket in a game earlier this season. Schaible led the Colonials with 14 points Sunday as GW matched the best start in program history with the road win. Hatchet File Photo by Dan Rich | Hatchet Staff Photographer

[Photo] Preview: GW women’s basketball vs. Florida Gulf Coast

November 13, 2014

Videos: Didn’t catch basketball media day? Here’s what the coaches said

By Zach Montellaro
October 28, 2014
Zach Montellaro | Hatchet Staff Photographer

Q&A: Putting a face to the voice of Metro

By Zach Montellaro and Emily Holland
October 19, 2014
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