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ANC debates parking policy

ANC Commissioner Justin Kopa (CAS ‘03) presented possible solutions to the problem of visitor parking permits at a Georgetown Advisory Neighborhood Commission meeting on Tuesday night. Council members ultimately decided to keep the existing parking system in place.

By the April 11, 2002

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Cloisters defer vote on occupancy policy

The Cloisters West Homeowners Association referred to committee an amendment which could eventually prevent students from living in the Cloisters, a private residential community on Reservoir Road.

According to the association’s president, Jim Kinsella, the association decided Wednesday to defer voting on the amendment, which would prevent more than three unrelated persons from living together in a Cloister townhouse.

By the April 11, 2002

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YALA demonstrators show support for Palestine

Shouts of “Free, free Palestine!”, and waving red, white, green and black Palestinian flags filled Red Square yesterday at noon. Simultaneously, a group of approximately 40 black-clad Arab-American students and supporters joined hands, creating an outward facing circle to show their unity in ending the Israeli occupation of Palestine.

By the April 11, 2002

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ANC supports New South student activity space

The Advisory Neighborhood Commission passed a motion on Tuesday expressing their support of the renovation of New South cafeteria into student space after the completion of the Southwest Quadrangle in 2003.

The motion was presented by ANC Commissioner Justin Wagner (CAS ‘03).

By the April 4, 2002

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Progressive Career Fair rescheduled

The Progressive Career Fair has been rescheduled for April 11, after being postponed by Vice President for Student Affairs Juan Gonzalez in February.

The Progressive Career Fair, originally sponsored by GU Pride and H*yas for Choice, was to feature employers such as Amnesty International, Catholics for Free Choice and the American Civil Liberties Union.

By the April 4, 2002

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Panelists discuss U.S. image abroad

“Our overwhelming strength may be a cause for resentment, but it may also be a reason for other countries to want to be with us rather than against us,” said Marjorie Ransom, moderator and project director of the panel series entitled “Talking with the Islamic World: Is the Message Getting Through?” On Tuesday, panelists discussed U.

By the April 4, 2002

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Sharpton: Lack of race in politics

The Reverend Al Sharpton assailed the Democratic and Republican parties for failing to address the issue of race in Americans politics. In an address to an enthusiastic crowd in Gaston Hall on March 25, Sharpton called for increased dialogue regarding the economic, social and political inequalities that continue to plague African-American communities today.

By the April 4, 2002

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Getting along … really

In recent years, students typically haven’t had their best college experiences dealing with the outside community.

Neighbors have railed against student underage drinking. The Advisory Neighborhood Commission, a local political body responsible for making policy around Georgetown, has made a concerted effort over the past few years to stop the annual block party.

By the April 4, 2002

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MPD prepares for D.C. protests

The Metropolitan Police Department is cancelling all leave and days off for its officers between April 19 and 23 in preparation for the thousands of protestors expected to come to the District to protest the meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank scheduled for those days.

By the April 4, 2002

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Crime rate in area surrounding University down

Crime is down significantly in the districts surrounding Georgetown University, Lt. Brian Bray of the Metropolitan Police Department said at the Advisory Neighborood Commission meeting on Tuesday.

According to Bray, crime has decreased by 22 percent for the past year in District 206 and 15 percent in District 205, which together cover the Georgetown and Burleith area.

By the April 4, 2002

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St. Paddy’s Day arrests down

Underage drinking violations and other alcohol-related incidents by Georgetown students have dramatically decreased since last year, according to the Metropolitan Police Department and the Advisory Neighborhood Commission. This trend was exemplified over St.

By the March 21, 2002

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The Foundry goes out of business

The Foundry cinema, a Georgetown landmark that offered independent films at discount ticket prices, has gone out of business. While the closing is a blow to Georgetown moviegoers, a new multiplex is scheduled to open only two blocks away. The Foundry, located at 1055 Thomas Jefferson St.

By the March 21, 2002

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Thefts hit dorms over break

A number of thefts occurred in University residence halls over spring break, primarily in first-year dorm Village C. Five different rooms in Village C reported stolen items to the Department of Public Safety, according to a list released by DPS for the period Feb.

By the March 21, 2002

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Congressman Meehan addresses campaign finance

Representative Marty Meehan (D-MA) spoke to students Tuesday in support of the Shays-Meehan bill which centers on a ban of soft-money. On Wednesday, the Senate passed a synthesis of the Shays-Meehan bill and the McCain-Feingold bill, another campaign finance reform bill which originated in the Senate.

By the March 21, 2002

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Middle States reaccredition report released

Representatives from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education will visit Georgetown early next week and make recommendations that will determine whether the University continues to receive federal funding.

As part of the reaccreditation process, more than 100 faculty, students and administrators participated in the drafting of a 129-page “self-study”report that critically analyzes various components of the University and represents “a significant opportunity for members of the Main Campus to reflect comprehensively on where we are and where we are going.

By the March 21, 2002

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University chaplain resigns

On Monday, University Chaplain Adam Bunnell, O.F.M., Conv. announced his resignation, effective June 30, 2002. Bunnell stated that he was “convinced that this is the right step for [him] at this time” in his letter of resignation, but did not elaborate on his future plans.

By the March 21, 2002

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Gonzalez announces new LGBT administrator

Vice President for Student Affairs Juan Gonzalez announced the creation of a new Special Assistant to the Vice President to review the services provided by the University for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.

“Regardless of sexual orientation, I want to make certain we are fostering the intellectual, personal, moral, spiritual and emotional development of all our students,” Gonzalez said.

By the March 21, 2002

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DeGioia announces O’Donnell as new provost

On March 11, University President John J. DeGioia announced the appointment of James J. O’Donnell to the position of Provost, effective July 1. O’Donnell will replace current Provost Dorothy Brown, who announced her retirement in August.

DeGioia described the Provost as the senior academic officer for the main campus whose authority ranges from oversight of the deans to issues relating to admissions, financial aid and student life.

By the March 14, 2002

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Champs to bar entry to under-21s at all times

The Advisory Neighborhood Commission and Champions Sports Bar and Restaurant reached a voluntary agreement on Feb. 26 restricting entrance to patrons 21 years old and over at all times. The agreement also called for the installation of an ID scanner, among other changes.

By the March 14, 2002

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DeGioia appoints interim EVP

On March 8, Georgetown University President John J. DeGioia announced the appointment of Dr. J. Richard Gaintner, M.D. as interim Executive Vice President for Health Sciences, effective April 1, 2002. Gaintner will serve in this role until the appointment of a permanent EVP is completed.

By the March 14, 2002