Georgetown Explained: Marijuana policies

Washington, D.C. has relaxed its marijuana laws significantly in recent years, but Georgetown’s official drug policies have not followed suit.

By Margaret Hartigan March 5, 2022

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TEDxGeorgetown 2022 poses the question of renewal in a world altered by the pandemic

The organizers of TEDxGeorgetown are looking ahead, to a “renaissance” of new hope after two years of strife and isolation on a global scale.

By Ajani Jones March 3, 2022

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D.C. bill requires schools to provide free period products to students

The D.C. Council passed a bill requiring District schools to provide free period products in all women’s and gender-neutral bathrooms.

By Isabella Stratta February 25, 2022

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Students struggle to reconcile CAPS accessibility gap

Over the course of the pandemic, Georgetown launched new telehealth services, but many students still struggled to find support.

By Joanna Li February 24, 2022

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GUSA debates upcoming Executive transition and mask mandates

The Senate passed legislation to amend outdated bylaws and debated repealing mask mandates during their meeting on Feb. 20.

By Nora Scully February 24, 2022

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Unannounced inspections part of D.C. Jail class-action settlement

DOC has agreed to five unannounced inspections of the D.C. Jail over the next six months as part of a recent class-action lawsuit settlement.

By Michelle Serban February 23, 2022

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1619 Freedom School founders speak about community literacy work

The 1619 Freedom School, founded by Hannah-Jones, is an after-school program for young Black kids to learn Black history.

By Graham Krewinghaus February 23, 2022

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Further tuition increase adds burden on current students, alumni

Georgetown undergraduates are facing another annual tuition increase according to a Feb. 14 announcement from the Provost.

By Joanna Li February 22, 2022

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GUPD faces criticism for delayed response to shooting near campus

Even though students subscribe to the HOYAlert notification system utilized by GUPD, many were not informed of the shooting by GUPD.

By Johanna Crane February 22, 2022

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One year later, Kristi Riggs pushes for accountability from Martin’s Tavern

After experiencing racial discrimination at Martin’s Tavern in 2021, Kristi Riggs wanted to avoid litigation.

By Nora Scully February 18, 2022

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GUSA Senate declines to overturn executive election results, certifies Wolfe and Ume-Ukeje despite campaign allegations

The GUSA Senate convened on Feb. 13 to certify the 2022 executive election results over the recommendation of the Election Commission (EC).

By Sarah Watson, Megan O'Malley and Graham Krewinghaus February 13, 2022

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Wolfe and Ume-Ukeje win the 2022 GUSA Executive Election

Kole Wolfe (SFS ’24) and Zeke Ume-Ukeje (COL ’24) have won the 2022 GUSA Executive Election, according to the Election Commission.

By Annabella Hoge and Nora Scully February 13, 2022

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GUSA passes resolution condemning poor university communication in emergencies

GUSA condemned Georgetown’s failure to communicate safety concerns through HoyAlert and advocated for safety measures against sexual assault.

By Jupiter Huang February 11, 2022

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Georgetown medical housing: a quickly approaching deadline

The application for medical housing for the 2022-2023 academic year is due Friday, Feb. 11.

By Sophie Tafazzoli February 10, 2022

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GUSA Executive debates reflect dissimilar levels of experience on ballot, GUSA controversies

The presidential and vice presidential debates occurred on Feb. 7 and 8 between the two official campaigns: Leonard/Khan and Wolfe/Ume-Ukeje.

By Margaret Hartigan and Nora Scully February 10, 2022

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D.C. launches direct cash assistance program to support new and expectant parents

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser recently announced a cash assistance program to support new and expectant low-income parents in Wards 5, 7 and 8.

By Isabella Stratta February 9, 2022

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Corp fall hiring report to inform focus on diversity

In the first year of the report, The Corp hopes the data will inform a more inclusive and accessible hiring process for future students.

By Ashley Kulberg February 9, 2022

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GradGov president, vice president accused then cleared of misappropriation in Israel trip controversy

GradGov SLC passed and later rescinded a vote of no confidence against the president and vice president regarding a student trip to Israel.

By Nora Scully and Graham Krewinghaus February 9, 2022

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Two GUSA campaigns under fire, third ticket hastily joins the race for Exec

As of Feb. 6, there are now four tickets campaigning in the GUSA Executive election. Voting opens Thurday, Feb. 10.

By Franziska Wild and Sarah Watson February 8, 2022

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Omicron interruptions to bus services leave residents stranded

Since Jan. 10, D.C. residents have experienced delays, cancellations, and crowding in public transportation services, spurred by Omicron.

By Margaret Hartigan February 7, 2022