What’s a Degree Worth? Depends on What You Study — and Where
The federal government took a stab at answering this question through a new website called College Scorecard.Friday, April 29, 2016 9:20 a.m.The federal government took a stab at answering this...
View ArticleWould Trump Be Most ‘Unpresidential’ President Ever?
“Whatever presidential is, it’s not Donald Trump,” said James Thurber, director of the Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies at American University.Friday, April 29, 2016 9:21 a.m.“Whatever...
View ArticleMalia Obama College Choice: First Daughter Will Attend Harvard University In...
Malia, 17, will start college in fall 2017 after taking a gap year following her graduation from the Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C., June 10.Monday, May 2, 2016 8:59 a.m.Malia, 17, will...
View ArticleMichigan Didn't Issue Fines in Many Asbestos Violations
Fines weren't issued in two-thirds of the more than 4,000 violations that the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration closed between February 2009 and February 2016, the Detroit Free...
View ArticleNews Media All Over the Board on 2016 Presidential Election
Trying to pin down the impact of the national news media in this year’s presidential races escapes the traditional conclusions of bias and favoritism for candidates in both parties.Monday, May 2, 2016...
View ArticleAt Small Colleges, Harsh Lessons About Cash Flow
After years of financial crisis, Franklin Pierce, like dozens of other small colleges nationwide, is struggling to survive.Monday, May 2, 2016 9:11 a.m.After years of financial crisis, Franklin Pierce,...
View ArticleKansas Student Selected for National Poetry Out Loud Competition
Sarah Katsiyiannis of Tipton, will match her skills at reciting classic and contemporary poetry for the competition at George Washington University.Tuesday, May 3, 2016 9:20 a.m.Sarah Katsiyiannis of...
View ArticleWhy Financial Literacy Will Not Save America's Finances
The problem with Americans’ household budgets isn’t that people are too dumb to save, but that the system asks too much of them.Tuesday, May 3, 2016 9:21 a.m.The problem with Americans’ household...
View ArticleThe University of Virginia Announces Plan to be Greener
Over the next five years, the university will try to eliminate the use of coal as an energy source, increase the use of renewable energy and install building retrofits that reduce the use of lighting...
View ArticleOn a D.C. Rooftop, a Scientist and His Students Look to Solve Bee Mystery
Students at GW are studying bees to see whether neonicotinoids (pronounced NEE-o-NIC-o-teen-oyds), a type of chemical used to kill insects, are contributing to colony-collapse disorder.Tuesday, May 3,...
View ArticleHow the U. of Maine Attracted More Students From Out of State
Maine is offering a "flagship match" to qualifying students from six states: They can pay the same tuition and fees charged by their in-state flagship.Wednesday, May 4, 2016 10:06 a.m.Maine is offering...
View ArticleDHS Sweetens Cyber Workforce Recruiting with New Bonuses
The Homeland Security Department is about to roll out a new series of incentive payments to lure cyber experts from the private sector and keep them in the civil service.Wednesday, May 4, 2016 10:07...
View ArticleEverything 'The Biggest Loser' Taught You About Weight Loss Is Wrong
While dramatic weight loss is great for ratings, it may be a killer for metabolisms.Wednesday, May 4, 2016 10:08 a.m.While dramatic weight loss is great for ratings, it may be a killer for...
View ArticleThe Great Trump Reshuffle
It is no secret that Donald Trump's campaign is the driving force behind this year’s reconfigured coalition on the right.Wednesday, May 4, 2016 10:09 a.m.It is no secret that Donald Trump's campaign is...
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Now until May 8 Museum Shop Event: Mother's Day Sale
Wednesday, May 4, 2016 12:10 a.m.The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum701 21st St., NWFreeVisit the museum shop for 15 percent off select earrings, necklaces, bracelets and...
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May 5 at 6:30 p.m. GW School of Nursing Fashionable Fundraiser
Wednesday, May 4, 2016 12:20 a.m.The Embassy Row Hotel2015 Massachusetts Ave., NW$20 for students, $49 for general admission in advanceThis year’s School of Nursing Fashionable Fundraiser is a...
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May 14 at 9:30 a.m. University Interfaith Baccalaureate Service
Wednesday, May 4, 2016 12:22 a.m.Western Presbyterian Church2401 Virginia Ave., NWTo attend, contact mssc@gwu.eduThe annual Interfaith Baccalaureate is a university-wide program that celebrates the...
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May 6 at 8 p.m. Make Someone Happy: A 60s Cocktail Party
Wednesday, May 4, 2016 12:30 a.m.Lisner Auditorium730 21st St., NWFreeHere’s a blast from the past: The American Pops and some beloved Broadway performers will celebrate music of the 1960s. The show...
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May 9 at 12 p.m. Interview/Discussion: The Lily Spandorf I Knew
Wednesday, May 4, 2016 12:55 a.m.The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum701 21st St., NWFreeMany of the paintings in the university museum’s exhibition “For the Record: The Art...
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May 15 at 10 a.m. GW Commencement
Wednesday, May 4, 2016 2:20 a.m.National MallYou probably don’t need us to remind you, but Commencement is right around the corner! Make sure you’re fully prepared by checking out the schedule of...
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