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Testing changes help bridge education gap

The College Board announced sweeping changes to the SAT on Wednesday that would place the college admissions test more in line with what students are expected to learn in high... Read more

Editorials

XL Dissent protest represents generational fight

Hundreds of student protesters from the group XL Dissent marched from Georgetown University’s Red Square to the White House this past Sunday, where they protested the Keystone XL tar sands... Read more

Sports

All the Way: Taking it slowly

My introduction to our nation’s pastime began at a slow and steady pace. I was too young to actually remember when I was graced with my first mitt or instructed... Read more

Sports

Creighton win bolsters Hoya tournament hopes

They’re not done yet. With their NCAA Tournament hopes hanging in the balance, the Georgetown men’s basketball team (17-12, 8-9 Big East) ran past the No. 13 Creighton Bluejays (23-6,... Read more

Sports

Georgetown lax pride hurt by Hofstra

The Georgetown Men’s Lacrosse team (2-2, 0-0 Big East) fell in a close matchup against Hofstra (2-2, 0-0 CAA) on Saturday, with the Hoyas rallying to tie the game late... Read more

Sports

D.C. United on the rise

2013 was a year to forget for D.C. United. The capital club was absolutely horrendous, winning just three games the entire season. Their top scorer, midfielder Dwayne De Rosario, managed... Read more

Voices

Deaf community finds home at Georgetown with GU Signs

The Georgetown campus enjoys a privileged location in our nation’s capital, perched atop the Potomac, within walking distance of the National Mall and countless museums. All of this you can... Read more

Voices

Carrying On: Ziptied to the cause

Last Sunday, I had the privilege of marching from Red Square to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue with more than 1000 students and young people from across the country. We marched to... Read more

Voices

Middle class bears burden of unemployment and wage woes

At the end of 2013, Congress tentatively agreed to extend expiring unemployment benefits immediately upon its return in 2014. They voted on Feb. 6, and the bill failed a cloture... Read more

Leisure

Nomadic Theatre’s pool (no water) quenches creative thirst

In the posh living room of a townhouse on 37th Street, an insistent bass shakes the alcohol stained cups littered on the floor and resonates up to the colonial crown... Read more

Leisure

Roofer’s Union is a total knockout

I learned two things after eating at Roofer’s Union Restaurant. One: I really like restaurants with big, arresting windows. Two: This place’s brussels sprouts need a P.R. agent because they... Read more

Voices

A problem for one Hoya is a problem for all Hoyas

When new students step foot onto campus, they are greeted by illustrious banners touting our Jesuit values. One of these is reverence for living and learning in a community steeped... Read more

Leisure

Photographs guide an Unintended Journey

The world is a delicate place. No matter how hard we try to manipulate its resources to our own advantage, there are short but potent moments that remind us of... Read more

Leisure

Eating Out: The importance of being cultured

As an SFS student, I pride myself on my perceived cultural sensitivity and awareness. Having grown up in a multicultural household, I was always the one who brought “weird” food... Read more

Leisure

Deadbeat: Don’t cry over neutral milk

I need some fresh air and a break. I’m run down and I can’t keep going on like this. It’s not my schoolwork that’s got me feeling overwhelmed, though. It’s... Read more

Leisure

Critical Voices: Beck, Morning Phase

On its first track, “Cycle,” Beck’s new album Morning Phase begins like its namesake part of the day: very slowly, but then all at once. A gentle orchestra holds two... Read more

Leisure

Critical Voices: St. Vincent, St. Vincent

Watching videos of Annie Clark, better known as, St. Vincent, move her fingers up and down the frets of her guitar so effortlessly, almost transiently, gives me chills. Truly one... Read more

Editorials

Confusion on sexual assault policy widespread

The GUSA elections have brought to light not only the importance of addressing sexual assault on campus but also the large amount of misinformation and confusion surrounding this issue. The... Read more

Editorials

Brewer made right decision with Ariz. bill veto

Arizona Governor Jan Brewer vetoed an amendment to the Religious Freedom Restoration Act that would allow businesses to deny service to anyone on the basis of a “sincerely held” religious... Read more

Editorials

Venezuela, Ukraine crises both deserve attention

Last Wednesday, a group Georgetown students protested outside the building of the Organization of American States against the government of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro for its violent response to anti-government... Read more

Voices

The revolution will not be televised: Venezuela’s story

Much is happening in my dear country of Venezuela. Mass protests converged nationwide on Feb. 12, our national youth day, when students took out to the streets to criticize the... Read more

Voices

Carrying On: Arizona, bringing back Jim Crow

“You can’t sit with us!” Gretchen Wieners screams across the table at Regina George. The veins on Gretchen’s forehead pop out in indignation. This scene is one of the most... Read more

Voices

Freedom of speech a core issue for Georgetown’s future

Freedom of speech is a fundamental right. Georgetown’s religious affiliation does not give the University administration the right to curtail speech, period. We were incensed when we learned that GUPD... Read more

Voices

Moving us toward a more interconnected Georgetown

Our time on the Hilltop has been characterized by a growing rift between the essential components of our community. Students have become increasingly divided, administrators have become increasingly subservient to... Read more

News

News Hit: Official GU sexual assault resource website launches

President John DeGioia announced a new University policy on sexual misconduct and the launch of a website detailing Georgetown’s resources for survivors of sexual assault in a community-wide email on... Read more