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January 2011

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Swimming downs American

The Georgetown men’s and women’s swim teams made a splash in their return to competition, with both beating American University in their first meet of the semester. However, the women’s squad also lost to James Madison University. The Hoyas posted strong times, and two more women qualified for the Big East Championship in February.

By January 20, 2011

Sports

Fast Break: Hoyas steal win from Pirates

For the first half of their game against Seton Hall on Tuesday, the Georgetown men’s basketball team looked poised to continue its recovery from a disappointing Big East start with a comfortable win. The Hoyas had the result they wanted 20 minutes later. But getting the win was anything but easy.

By January 20, 2011

Sports

Backdoor Cuts: Don’t stop believin’

After the New York Jets upset playoff victory over the New England Patriots on Sunday, Jets linebacker Bart Scott was tracked down on the field for an interview. The outspoken defender didn’t mince words. “Anybody can be beat,” he yelled. “Felt great. Poetic justice."

By January 20, 2011

Voices

Late bloomer close to realizing her gasoline fight dream

For most people, their sophomore year of high school was a time of sweet sixteen parties and the increased independence that came with learning how to drive. For me, it was the year I had no friends and watched Zoolander every weekend.

By January 20, 2011

Voices

Big Brother: Leo’s edition

The Leo J. O’Donovan Dining Hall is many things to many people. It is a study spot, a breeding ground for awkward situations, a prime observation point for Like A Little posts, and a veritable feast of subpar foods. Regardless of how students view Leo’s, it is one of the most familiar places on campus.

By January 20, 2011

Voices

A petition to the Academy on behalf of How to Train Your Dragon

I’ve never been big on award shows, nor do I consider myself a movie buff. I admit that I have made bets on Oscar ballots, but I would be willing to bet on anything, as long as I can make it a competition among my family or friends. This year, however, I plan on following the Academy Awards with as much passion as I bring to family-night Scattergories. How to Train Your Dragon, reeling from its defeat at the Golden Globes, will most likely go head to head with Toy Story 3 for Best Animated Film.

By the January 20, 2011

Voices

A student’s search for artifacts a century after rediscovery

I always imagine that great wonders in this world are discovered intact, uninhabited, and preserved. I imagined that American explorer Hiram Bingham stumbled upon Machu Picchu much like Disney explorers unearth El Dorado or Atlantis, but as I sat on a large stone slab—perhaps once monument to a priestly order or perhaps just a stone—I learned Bingham’s discovery of Machu Picchu was actually a rediscovery.

By January 20, 2011

News

On the Record: ANC Commissioner Jake Sticka

During winter break, Georgetown University filed the final draft of its 2010 Campus Plan with the Zoning Commission. The Voice sat down with Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner Jake Sticka (COL ‘13) to discuss the plan. Interview transcribed and conducted by Geoffrey Bible.

By the January 20, 2011

News

Athletes’ priority limits gender studies course options

The University’s policy of priority registration for athletes places strain on the Women and Gender Studies program, according to professors and students in the department whose classes are often filled by student-athletes during preregistration.

By January 20, 2011

News

DeGioia responds to “nutty” NY Times story

Last week, University President John DeGioia responded to a New York Times article that accused Georgetown Law Center of using deceptive tactics to improve its U.S. News and World Report rankings, calling the accusation “nutty.”

By the January 20, 2011