Editorials

Opinions from the Voice’s official editorial board.

Editorials

Rethinking student needs in the Student Center

Six months since the Healey Family Student Center’s grand opening, the space has become one of the campus’ most frequented gathering places. On Thursday nights, the Georgetown Program Board hosts... Read more

By the March 19, 2015

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It’s time for a diversity requirement at Georgetown

On Mar. 27, the Main Campus Executive Faculty will consider a proposal to include an “Engaging Difference” requirement in the undergraduate core curricula. The Last Campaign for Academic Reform and... Read more

By the March 4, 2015

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Firearms have no place in sexual assault battle

Ten state legislatures are considering legislation to permit concealed firearms on college campuses. Supporters argue that firearms, especially in the hands of women, give potential victims of sexual assault the... Read more

By the March 4, 2015

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All-boys high school wrong solution for DCPS woes

D.C. School Chancellor Kaya Henderson announced in late January her plan to create a college preparatory high school for black and Latino boys in the District. The proposed school, which... Read more

By the March 4, 2015

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Casa Latina deserves a place on the Hilltop

Last week, the Latin@ Leadership Forum sent out a survey to Georgetown students to ask for support for its efforts to create a Casa Latina through an online survey. The... Read more

By the February 26, 2015

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Four-course semester worthy of consideration

The College Academic Council held a town hall on Feb. 18 to discuss the possibility of restructuring Georgetown’s undergraduate course structure, which currently operates under a five-course, three-credit system. College... Read more

By the February 26, 2015

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Judge’s ruling another blow for immigration reform

As with any university, Georgetown reflects larger discourses played out on the national or international stage. Conversations surrounding undocumented individuals in the U.S. are one example. Last month, the Editorial... Read more

By the February 26, 2015

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Aramark must protect all workers in new contract

On Wednesday afternoon, over one hundred students joined Hoya Court employees and UNITE HERE, the union representing Aramark employees who work at Leo O’Donovan Hall, to present their demands for... Read more

By the February 19, 2015

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More funds essential for club sports athletic trainer

Earlier this month, Georgetown’s club sports athletes started a petition to Georgetown University Student Association’s Finance and Appropriations Committee calling for them provide a stable source of funding for their... Read more

By the February 19, 2015

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ResLife still has time to reverse study abroad policy

Sophomores planning to study abroad fall semester next academic year have just submitted their applications last week. Housing selection is just weeks away. This means that the Office of Residential... Read more

By the February 19, 2015

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Vote Luther / Rohan for GUSA executive

It’s time for the Georgetown University Student Association to change. In selecting its endorsement for this year’s executive election, the Voice had three main priorities: defending students’ voices on campus,... Read more

By the February 12, 2015

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Unite with Leo’s employees for a better contract

UNITE HERE, a union of Aramark employees who work at Leo O’Donovan Dining Hall, Starbucks, Cosi and Dr. Mug, has embarked on a campaign to improve employee wages, working conditions,... Read more

By the February 5, 2015

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Inequitable traditions at Senior Parents Weekend

Last week, the Senior Class Committee hosted Senior Parents Weekend, a chance for seniors to spend time with their parents on campus before graduation. For some families, however, the event... Read more

By the February 5, 2015

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Hard liquor ban big step backwards for Dartmouth

Last week, Dartmouth College announced a campus-wide ban on hard alcohol. Beginning this spring term, students will no longer be able to consume liquor containing 15 percent or more alcohol... Read more

By the February 5, 2015

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Partial divestment a welcome compromise for all

On Monday, the Committee on Investments and Social Responsibility rejected GU Fossil Free’s proposal to divest from the 200 largest fossil fuel companies from its endowment. Instead, it recommended that... Read more

By the January 29, 2015

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Undocumented Hoyas deserve more resources

The admissions office has taken a step forward in its outreach to undocumented students across the nation. After collaborating with UndocuHoyas, a student group that advocates for undocumented students, it... Read more

By the January 29, 2015

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GUSA candidates must fight for student voice

With this year’s Georgetown University Student Association executive election campaigns gearing up to officially begin on Feb. 5, it is time for voters and presidential hopefuls to consider the issues... Read more

By the January 29, 2015

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A stand against religious absolutism begins on campus

Last Thursday, Duke University regrettably reversed its decision to allow members of its Muslim Student Association to chant the adhan, Islam’s call-to-prayer, from the university’s monolithic chapel bell tower every... Read more

By the January 22, 2015

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Granting diginity in death

Last Wednesday, D.C. councilmember Mary Cheh introduced a bill that may bring “death with dignity” laws to the District. The law will allow terminally ill patients who are mentally competent... Read more

By the January 22, 2015

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Not-so-good times ahead for Metro

“Look alive, good times are ahead.” Such was the message of the Washington Metro Area Transit Authority—next to a cheery dance crew, no less—in a video advertisement celebrating the opening... Read more

By the January 22, 2015