GUSA re-establishes GUPD student oversight board

The GUSA Senate passed a resolution to establish a student advisory committee to oversee the Georgetown University Police Department (GUPD) at their meeting on Nov. 8.

By Ethan Greer November 11, 2020

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Professors tackle COVID-19 vaccine distribution in new ethical framework

Georgetown professors work to develop a framework for distributing any COVID-19 vaccines ethically and effectively.

By Samantha Tritt and Anna Savo-Matthews November 11, 2020

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Georgetown attempts trial of in-person classes as spring semester nears

Over the past few weeks, Georgetown enacted a pilot program for a select group of students to attend in-person classes.

By Sophie Tafazzoli November 10, 2020

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ESCAPE-ing the virtual Hilltop, first-years find sense of community through online retreat

Georgetown's ESCAPE retreat program continues virtually for freshmen and transfer students this fall semester.

By Abigail Smith November 10, 2020

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As Dean Celenza leaves Georgetown, he reflects on his tenure

As Dean Celenza leaves Georgetown, he reflects on his time at the university and what the College can do moving forward.

By Annabella Hoge November 9, 2020

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D.C. public schools cancel reopening plans due to lack support of from teacher’s unions

D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) announced this week that they will not be reopening schools for in-person learning for roughly 7,000 elementary students next week as previously planned.

By Annabella Hoge November 7, 2020

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GUSA Executive reports on midterm progress

GUSA President Nico Ferretti and Vice President Bryce Badger share their term's progress and future goals with the Voice.

By Ethan Greer November 6, 2020

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Georgetown Explained: Domestic violence resources

The Voice explains resources available for students experiencing domestic violence or interpersonal violence.

By Allison Grace O'Donnell November 4, 2020

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Georgetown community criticizes non-acknowledgement of Indigenous People’s Day

Students and faculty are asking for explicit recognition of Indigenous peoples by naming the date Indigenous Peoples' Day.

By Abigail Keating November 4, 2020

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Georgetown Law School’s ABLE Program provides intervention training to law enforcement agencies

Georgetown ABLE Project is providing peer intervention training to law enforcement in police departments across the country.

By Alec Weiker November 4, 2020

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GUSA passes resolution demanding mandatory breaks for students

The GUSA Senate passed a calling for the university to guarantee a minimum number of breaks per semester at their meeting on Nov. 11.

By Annabella Hoge November 3, 2020

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Humans of Georgetown is back to tell its stories

Previously a dormant Facebook page with minimal activity, Humans of Georgetown is back, and as far as the team is concerned, it is here to stay.

By Andrea Ho November 3, 2020

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D.C. government implements COVID-19 contact tracing app

D.C. residents with iPhone and Android smartphones began receiving push notifications encouraging them to opt into a new mobile exposure notification system on Oct. 20.

By Samantha Tritt November 2, 2020

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Pope appoints D.C. archbishop as first Black American cardinal

D.C. Archbishop Wilton Gregory was appointed the first Black American cardinal in the Catholic Church by Pope Francis.

By Sarah Weber October 31, 2020

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Georgetown makes new commitments to on-campus menstrual equity

After years of menstrual equity advocacy from student groups, Georgetown will expand free access to menstrual products in campus buildings.

By Sarah Watson October 31, 2020

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As election draws near, GU Politics panel predicts Democratic “tsunami”

A GU Politics panel predicted yet another blue wave in the 2020 presidential and congressional elections, weeks before Nov. 3.

By Adam Pack October 30, 2020

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End of the trail: Election’s close brings excitement and anxiety for student campaigners

Georgetown students working on the 2020 election reflect on their work and the races ahead of election day.

By John Woolley October 28, 2020

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D.C. general elections: Who’s on the ballot?

The Voice's guide to the upcoming elections in Washington, D.C, and how to vote in them.

By Sarah Watson and Isaac Solly October 28, 2020

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Georgetown businesses severely strained, closing amid COVID-19

As federal stimulus loans run out and governments begin to lift dine-in restrictions, an increasing number of Georgetown neighborhood businesses have closed or are struggling to remain open.

By Sophie Tafazzoli October 27, 2020

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Georgetown parents petition to open campus for spring 2021

Some Georgetown parents, united on Facebook and through a petition, are asking for the university to be in person for the spring semester.

By Sophie Tafazzoli October 27, 2020