Archive

Endless, Blonde, and the Artistic Vision of Frank Ocean

In a 2013 New York Times interview, writer Jeff Himmelmann observes Frank Ocean as he oversees the restoration and customization of one of his cars, a vintage 1990 BMW E30... Read more

By Daniel Sheehan September 7, 2016

Case for the Classics: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

Many factors combine to make Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory a unique delight: life-saving burping; an edible backyard accompanied by a timeless tune; Jack Albertson’s lovable Grandpa Joe; Roald... Read more

By Brian McMahon September 6, 2016

Swept Away with the Tide: A Light Between Oceans tells of the Past’s Lingering Salience

The Light Between Oceans is a sweeping period romance based on T.L. Stedman’s novel of the same name. The story takes place on the remote, bleak Australian island of Janus... Read more

By Caitlin Mannering September 6, 2016

The Reel Pulpit: How Stranger Things Won The Summer

The best film of the summer was eight hours long, was not released in theaters, and only starred one notable actress. It did not contain any huge action set-pieces, or... Read more

By Graham Piro September 6, 2016

Tuition hike prompts calls for transparency

In response to an increase in tuition for the 2016-17 academic year, Georgetown undergraduates have begun to call for increased transparency in the university’s budgetary processes and a town hall... Read more

By Margaret Gach September 6, 2016

The Weekly List: Syllabus Week

As syllabus week winds down and the real work of the semester begins, now is the perfect time to find some of the most chill songs to relax to as... Read more

By Devon O'Dwyer September 5, 2016

On the Record: Director of Hindu Life

Over the summer, Georgetown announced one of its newest additions to the Campus Ministry chaplains, Brahmachari Vrajvihari Sharan. In addition to serving as a Chaplain-in-Residence on the third floor of... Read more

By Isaiah Seibert September 5, 2016

Critical Voices: Noname, Telefone

Most people’s first introduction to Noname, formerly Noname Gypsy, was her feature on Chance the Rapper’s Acid Rap. Her unique flow and poetic lyrics made her a standout on “Lost.”... Read more

By Danielle Hewitt September 5, 2016

Barnes and Noble: Hoya quarterback throws for 4 TD’s in opening win against Davidson

It’s a new year here on the hilltop, and that means there are a lot of changes happening on campus. Among other things, the bookstore in the Leavey Center is... Read more

By Phillip Steuber September 4, 2016

Shell Shocked: Men’s soccer stunned in final minute by No.7 Maryland

COLLEGE PARK, MD.- For the second time this season, the Georgetown men’s soccer team (0-3-0, Big East) was left heartbroken in the final minute of a match, losing on a... Read more

By Tyler Pearre September 3, 2016

Fresh Set of Downs: Georgetown football hosts Davidson to open season

The Georgetown University football team will open its season against Davidson College today at Cooper Field. Kickoff is slated for 1:05 p.m. The Hoyas are entering their third year under... Read more

By Phillip Steuber September 3, 2016

Georgetown TAs consider unionization after ruling

On Aug. 23, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that students working as teaching and research assistants at private universities have the right to unionize. This decision gives both... Read more

By Caitlyn Cobb September 2, 2016

Preferred admissions status among Working Group’s recommendations

On Thursday morning, the Working Group on Slavery, Memory, and Reconciliation recommended that Georgetown formally apologize to the descendants of its former slaves and offer those descendants preference in admissions.... Read more

By Kevin Huggard September 2, 2016

On Goal: Women’s soccer ready for Big East run

When the Georgetown women’s soccer team (3-1-0, Big East) failed to advance past Hofstra in the first round of the 2015 NCAA Women’s Soccer Tournament, it was only fitting that... Read more

By Chris Dunn September 2, 2016

Puzzle on the Pitch: New-look men’s soccer plan to piece together success

Nothing about the 2015 Georgetown men’s soccer season was predictable. The Hoyas, who entered the season ranked third in the nation, weren’t supposed to be held without a goal... Read more

By Tyler Pearre September 2, 2016

Battle in the Beltway: Struggling men’s soccer looks to gain first win of season at Maryland

After being shutout in its first two preseason contests, the Georgetown men’s soccer team (0-2-0, Big East) will look to gain its first favorable result of the year when it... Read more

By Tyler Pearre September 1, 2016

Editorials

Pay Attention to the Task Force

The Association of American Universities found that of 27 universities, an average of 23 percent of female undergraduates reported experiencing non-consensual sexual contact. This spring’s Sexual Assault and Misconduct Climate... Read more

By the Editorial Board September 1, 2016

Editorials

Senseless Summer Yates Fees

The many Georgetown students who spend their summers in D.C. can look forward to the benefits of a less crowded campus, fireworks on July 4, and access to Yates Field... Read more

By the Editorial Board September 1, 2016

A Makeshift Memorial: City of Ghosts at the Flashpoint Gallery

Art, from graffiti to public sculpture, lies on countless city streets; its subjective beauty can come to define neighborhoods or endlessly evince messages of social change. But often, it is... Read more

By Michael Bergin August 31, 2016