Alumnus Who Was the First Black General in the Marine Corps Dies
Frank E. Peterson when he was promoted in rank. November 1963. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps). Photo by Sgt. N.R. Casini.Frank E. Petersen graduated in 1967 and earned a master’s degree in...
View ArticlePresident Knapp Discusses Focus for Academic Year
George Washington University President Steven Knapp.Applicants’ access, sexual assault prevention, interdisciplinary learning among priorities outlined in interview. Monday, August 31, 2015 10:15...
View ArticleGW Undergrad Missing in South Africa
Dean of Student Affairs says junior Nicholas Upton last seen Aug. 30. Monday, August 31, 2015 10:48 a.m.Vice Provost and Dean of Student Affairs Peter Konwerski released the following statement Monday...
View ArticleGW Student Learns to Lead on the High Seas
Joseph Sitzmann, a junior in the George Washington University Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, spent the summer sailing across the Atlantic Ocean. Junior Joseph Sitzmann completed SEA Semester,...
View Article5 Campus Safety Tips for New, Returning Students
The Office of Safety and Security website, and the GWPD website, offer several resources for the GW community. (Rob Stewart/GW Today)As classes begin, senior leaders highlight resources, security...
View ArticleFall Building Hours Posted
Gelman Library on the Foggy Bottom Campus will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week throughout the fall semester. Division of Operations and Provost’s Office collaborate to establish comprehensive...
View Article'Hands Up': SMPA Student’s Film Puts a Lens on Black Lives Matter
div.field.field-name-field-video-link.field-type-link-field.field-label-hidden a {display:none;}Protesters outside the White House. Photo courtesy of Zinhle Essamuah.Zinhle Essamuah, B.A. ’15,...
View ArticleCombating Violent Crime: What Could Increased D.C. Police Powers Mean?
George Washington University Law School professor says it depends on how the D.C. mayor’s plan is implemented.Wednesday, September 2, 2015 2:20 p.m.By Ruth Steinhardt Washington, D.C., is one of a...
View ArticleUniversity Offering Support for Those Affected by Missing Student
Nicholas Upton was last seen Aug. 30 during a travel break in South Africa.Wednesday, September 2, 2015 2:42 p.m.The GW Division of Student Affairs is offering support to students affected by the...
View ArticleTrump: Classic Populist? Reality TV Star? Both?
Moderator Chuck Todd, right, encouraged students to take advantage of their time at GW. “I came here because I was hoping to have Washington experiences and I think GW does it better than every other...
View ArticleGW Men’s Basketball Releases 2015-16 Schedule
Fourteen of GW's 18 Atlantic 10 games this season will be played on national television. (Photo courtesy of GW Athletics)Colonials will play minimum of 17 national TV games this season.Thursday,...
View ArticleDoes Regulation Help or Harm Global Health?
Helen M. Lapsley is a faculty member at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia. (William Atkins/GW Today)Health economist Helen M. Lapsley weighs the benefits and costs at the annual...
View ArticleStatement from Dean of Students Peter Konwerski
Update on missing student Nicholas Upton.Friday, September 4, 2015 4:07 p.m.“The United States Consulate General of Cape Town, South Africa, has notified the university that the body of undergraduate...
View ArticleUniversity to Host Study Abroad Fair
Welcome Week event for international study options scheduled for Sept. 9.Tuesday, September 8, 2015 10:35 a.m.The university’s annual Study Abroad Fair—a common starting point for students interested...
View ArticleNeedle Exchange Programs Reduce HIV Infections in the District
The District of Columbia’s needle exchange program prevented 120 new cases of HIV infection among injection drug users over two years. (Photo credit: bigstockphoto.com)GW Professor Monica Ruiz assesses...
View ArticleGW New Venture Competition to Kick Off Thursday
Contest, formerly the GW Business Plan Competition, teaches students from across the disciplines how to pitch and structure successful startups.Wednesday, September 9, 2015 9:50 a.m.The GW Business...
View ArticleCombating Violent Crime: What Could Increased D.C. Police Powers Mean?
George Washington University Law School professor says it depends on how the D.C. mayor’s plan is implemented.Wednesday, September 9, 2015 11:20 a.m.By Ruth Steinhardt Washington, D.C., is one of a...
View ArticleFall Career and Internship Fair Offers Head Start to Professional Success
The annual Fall Career and Internship Fair connects George Washington University students with more than 100 employers and possibly a ticket to a future career. Sept. 16 fair and career services help...
View ArticleHuman Resources Releases Results of 2015 Benefits Study
Benchmarking study shows GW in the middle among peer universities regarding health, retirement and tuition benefits.Wednesday, September 9, 2015 1:43 p.m.Benefits for George Washington University...
View ArticleFulbright Hall Reoccupied Following Tuesday Morning Roof Fire
The eight-story residence hall, located at 2223 H St. NW, is home to 225 second-year students. (GW Today/Rob Stewart)No injuries reported, investigation of the cause of the fire is in...
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