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Smithsonian museum closures disrupt classroom visits and student museum interns

After staying open for an extra 11 days, the Smithsonian Institution’s 19 museums located in D.C. officially shut their doors to visitors on Oct. 12, following the federal government shutdown.... Read more

By and October 26, 2025

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Dr. Fauci and Dr. Frieden discuss global health solutions at STIA event

On Oct. 16, Georgetown University’s Science, Technology, and International Affairs (STIA) program hosted a conversation between public health leaders Dr. Tom Frieden, who is the former director of the Centers... Read more

By October 25, 2025

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Meet the 11 new GUSA senators

Georgetown students elected seven class of 2029 GUSA senators and four at-large GUSA senators this week, the Election Commission announced via X Saturday morning. Out of a packed field of... Read more

By , , , and October 25, 2025

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Georgetown students overwhelmingly pass performing arts and conduct referendums

Georgetown students voted in favor of two referendums, one calling for a reform of the conduct process and another imploring the university to invest in the arts, the GUSA Election... Read more

By October 25, 2025

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Wagner-Missaghi wins 2025 GUSA executive

The GUSA Election Commission announced that Darius Wagner (CAS ’27) and Nazgol Missaghi (CAS ’28) would be the next GUSA executive president and vice president on Oct. 24 at 10:20... Read more

By October 24, 2025

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GUSA candidates make last remarks before voting opens at town hall

Just before voting went live, the GUSA Elections Commission held a final town hall for presidential and at-large senator candidates. The presidential candidates clarified their respective campaigns and policies through... Read more

By October 24, 2025

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At Mr. Georgetown 2025, fifteen men battle it out for the pageant crown

Under the glimmering stage lights of Gaston Hall and the gaze of seven hundred hopeful eyes, fifteen men battled it out for the 2025 Mr. Georgetown crown on Oct. 3.... Read more

By and October 24, 2025

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Meet the 2025 GUSA senate candidates

If you’ve somehow missed it, GUSA elections are back and better than ever. With 11 senate seats open and over 30 candidates, this race will be a wild ride.  The... Read more

By , , and October 23, 2025

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Who are the 2025 GUSA executive candidates?

For students new to Georgetown, those who have somehow avoided Red Square for weeks, and Hoyas on a Fizz-detox, this week’s GUSA executive election may be a mystery. But for... Read more

By , and October 22, 2025

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Performing arts community rallies around studio space referendum

A group of dancers work to perfect their formations, counting alongside the music from a small speaker in the corner. After moving through synchronized hits and carefully choreographed transitions for... Read more

By and October 22, 2025

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GUSA executive campaigns marred by campaign violation complaints

The GUSA Election Commission imposed sanctions on the executive campaign of Darius Wagner (CAS ’27) for improper flyer placement Monday afternoon. Another complaint was filed against the campaign of Saahil... Read more

By and October 22, 2025

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GUSA candidate studying abroad initially blocked from running, undergoes hearing for eligibility

GUSA’s Ethics and Oversight Committee and Election Commission held a hearing on Oct. 20 to determine the eligibility of Evan Cornell (CAS ’27) to run for Senator-at-large. Cornell is currently... Read more

By October 21, 2025

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Hundreds of thousands flock to the National Mall for the second “No Kings” protest

In the late morning of Oct. 18, groups of Georgetown undergraduates gathered at the McDonough Bus turnaround. While some students carried signs, others just brought themselves, preparing to shuttle into... Read more

By October 20, 2025

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“Their voices and their pens to resist authoritarianism”: 2025 Clinton Awards honor women safeguarding democracy

The Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security (GIWPS) hosted the annual Hillary Rodham Clinton Awards in Gaston Hall on Oct. 14.  This year, the institute recognized Nobel Peace Laureate... Read more

By October 19, 2025

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Dietary-specific stations at Leo’s were closed on weekends for a month. Students restricted to those stations say they hardly noticed.

This past weekend, Leo O’Donovan dining hall (Leo’s) plant power and halal stations were open through the entire weekend for the first time in over a month.  The weekend before... Read more

By and October 18, 2025

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GUSA executive campaigns clash over candidate’s secret society membership

The Rao-Weaver campaign confirmed that GUSA presidential candidate Saahil Rao (SFS ’27) is a member of the Second Stewards Society on Oct. 15 after days of speculation on Instagram and... Read more

By and October 16, 2025

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Camera clicks, chai, and clay magnets delivered another successful GUSA Arts Week

The lights went low. Chill beats were on. Glue, scissors, and snacks were at the ready. It was an hour past closing, yet students were still gathered in the Hilltoss... Read more

By , and October 16, 2025

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GUSA executive candidates discuss policy platforms, new president, and more at town hall

The Georgetown Bipartisan Coalition moderated the annual GUSA Executive town hall on Oct. 15. It featured executive campaigns for Saahil Rao (SFS ’27) and Zadie Weaver (CAS ’28), Darius Wagner... Read more

By October 16, 2025

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Georgetown University names Eduardo M. Peñalver 49th president, first to claim Latino heritage

Eduardo M. Peñalver has been unanimously voted the 49th president of Georgetown University by the board of directors, the university announced Wednesday. Peñalver will begin his role on July 1,... Read more

By , and October 15, 2025

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M Street Starbucks employees impacted by store’s closing

The Starbucks on M Street and 34th abruptly closed on Sept. 27. Employees and managers were given two days’ notice that they would no longer work at the location. Some... Read more

By October 14, 2025