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Panel on successful movements stresses the importance of student activism

Panelists looked at the causes of success in social and political movements during a discussion at Georgetown on March 23. Convened by University President John DeGioia, the panel, “What Makes... Read more

By March 27, 2018

News

March for Our Lives draws Georgetown student support, criticism

As Saturday’s March for Our Lives wound down, Ari Goldstein (COL ’18) waited for a friend to find him at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and 9th Street. Above his... Read more

By March 26, 2018

Halftime

The Weekly List: Jason Isbell Highlights

At the age of 22, Jason Isbell joined the rock band The Drive-By Truckers, kickstarting an impressive country music career with the band. After dangerous habits including excessive drinking drove... Read more

By March 26, 2018

Leisure

Tomb Raider Was All Action, and That’s Not a Bad Thing

The new Tomb Raider movie is a feminist Indiana Jones. Starring Alicia Vikander as Lara Croft, the rough-edged adventurer who is on a quest to find her missing father, Tomb... Read more

By March 26, 2018

News

Eric Holder discusses dangers of gerrymandering with GU Politics

Eric Holder, former attorney general, spoke about gerrymandering, redistricting, and the upcoming midterm elections at Georgetown on Mar. 19. Mo Elleithee (SFS ’94), executive director of the Georgetown University Institute... Read more

By March 25, 2018

Columns

Open Access: On the Aftermath of My Grandmother’s Death

I’ve written about my grandmother’s battle with Alzheimer’s disease and her death before, and I’ve said that it was a blessing that she died when and how she did. While... Read more

By March 25, 2018

Halftime Sports

Before UMBC: The Closest 1-16 Games

Before Friday, there had been 135 matchups between 16 and one seeds in the NCAA tournament since the field expanded to 64 teams back in 1985. The one seed was... Read more

By March 23, 2018

Halftime

The Reel Pulpit: Science Fiction and Annihilation

In this episode of The Reel Pulpit, Graham Piro and Eman Rahman are joined by Sam Charaf to discuss Annihilation, a science fiction movie of an old variety. The film is directed... Read more

By and March 23, 2018

Leisure

Charismatic Performances from a Talented Cast Elevate The Winter’s Tale Into a Memorable Experience

Plays are a fascinating medium through which to tell a story. Not only does the audience see the action unfold in front of them as it happens but, depending on... Read more

By March 23, 2018

Digital Issue

It’s not you! It’s me! in a pie chart

Egan Barnitt is a freshman in the NHS. She is one of three spoken word poets highlighted in this week’s arts-themed digital issue. She performs this poem in a video... Read more

By March 23, 2018

Digital Issue

The Art of D.C. Streets

Explore the art of D.C.’s streets through our interative map below. [leaflet-map lat=38.9138 lng=-77.0453 zoom=12 width=50% zoomcontrol=true] [leaflet-marker mouseoverable=true up_first=true lat=38.9161 lng=-77.0213 title=”“DC to the World”” author=”Gustav Honl-Stuenkel” img=”http://georgetownvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/DCtotheWorld.jpg”] Plastered... Read more

By March 23, 2018

Digital Issue

Office Hours: Panini Girlfriend

When asked about Panini Girlfriend’s Facebook cover photo, bassist Mike Poletti (COL ‘18) and singer-guitarist Natasha Janfaza (COL ‘18)  burst out laughing. “Oh, so that was a joke that went... Read more

By March 23, 2018

Digital Issue

Women’s Basketball’s Biggest Fans: The Georgetown Pep Band

As the Georgetown women’s basketball team (16-16, 9-9 Big East) enters McDonough Arena for warm-ups, the pep band takes its place in the stands. Opposing Delaware (19-13, 11-7 CAA) fans... Read more

By March 23, 2018

Digital Issue

Fractions

Summer Durant is a senior in the College. She is one of three spoken word poets highlighted in this week’s arts-themed digital issue. She performs this poem in a video... Read more

By March 23, 2018

Digital Issue

Office Hours: Lana Nauphal

Lana Nauphal (COL ‘19) began her set in the Voice office with a cover of “For the Sake of the Song,” a folk number by Texas crooner Townes Van Zandt.... Read more

By March 23, 2018

Digital Issue

Chipotle Guacamole

  Timmy Sutton is a sophomore in the College. He is one of three spoken word poets highlighted in this week’s arts-themed digital issue. He performs this poem in a... Read more

By March 23, 2018

Digital Issue

Student Artists Deserve Better

This week is Arts Week on campus, an annual celebration of the arts and the students who create them. It is also an occasion to remember that the many artists... Read more

By the March 23, 2018

Digital Issue

Office Hours: Joe Sonza

Joe Sonza (COL ’19) expects a lot from himself. “I bombed yesterday,” he said of his set for the Voice. “I was not pleased at all with my performance.” The... Read more

By March 23, 2018

Digital Issue

Fresh Voices: Behind the Scenes with Campus Poets

In this episode of Fresh Voices, the Voices team talks with spoken word poets Egan Barnitt, Timmy Sutton, and Summer Durant. The three guests discuss the inspiration behind their work and their experiences with slams... Read more

By , and March 23, 2018

News

Amanda Seales keynotes BRAVE 2018, discusses art and individuality for black women

Students gathered on March 16 to discuss black women empowerment as part of the third-annual BRAVE Summit. The summit featured multiple speakers and eight breakout sessions throughout the day, including... Read more

By March 22, 2018

Leisure

UPDATED Concert Preview: Stay Amped, The Anthem, March 23

In the wake of the the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida which ended the lives of 17 people, the student-led March For Our Lives... Read more

By March 22, 2018

Halftime

What Makes The Good Place So Damn Good

Everyone’s a sucker for a good character transition, and this show has four (well, five, actually). The Good Place is NBC’s hit comedy about four people who end up in... Read more

By March 22, 2018

Halftime Leisure

By Order of the Peaky Blinders

Peaky Blinders (2013) is a show that isn’t underrated at all, but rather is talked about only by people who have seen it—you either know it and love it or... Read more

By March 22, 2018

Halftime Sports

Champions League Reactions: Round of 16, Leg 2

After the second legs of soccer’s premier club competition, the quarterfinal ties have been drawn. Once again, we’ll take a look at what stood out and what to expect from... Read more

By March 22, 2018

Leisure

Waka Flocka Flame to Headline GPB Spring Concert

The Georgetown Program Board (GPB) has announced that Waka Flocka Flame will be headlining their annual Spring Concert this year. The rap and hip hop artist, who is famous for... Read more

By March 21, 2018