Opinion

Thoughts from the Georgetown community.



Editorials

The limits of activism in the digital space

One of the greatest threats to meaningful activism today is the illusion that posting on social media is a substitute for taking action in the world. Online activism, in its... Read more

Voices

There is no such thing as “inside”

It’s the dead of night. You are so very thirsty. You peel yourself out from under your warm covers and tiptoe into the cold, dark hallway. Squinting down the stairs,... Read more

Voices

Going feral

We have become too domesticated. We are trapped by structures we built ourselves and controlled by schedules that leave no room for spontaneity or error, diluting genuine connection. Take our... Read more

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Agony Aunt: The freshman friend group spiral

I’m feeling anxious that I haven’t found “my people” yet. Everyone around me is getting in these super-close friend groups (and honestly some people are being weirdly possessive of “their... Read more

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In defense of the “performative” male

Anyone who frequents social media today is sure to find stark criticism of the Clairo-listening, matcha-drinking, feminist literature-reading, tote bag-slinging “Performative Male.” The archetype refers to men who inauthentically adopt... Read more

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The nonchalant trap: Reclaiming sincerity in art

On today’s college campuses, one of the biggest compliments you can get is that you’re nonchalant. I’ve heard this said about the way someone entered Lau 2, threw a lazy... Read more

Editorials

Dear Hoyas

The institutional memory of a university is short. Every four years, the undergraduate population turns over entirely, and with it, parts of its past are forgotten. For students arriving on... Read more

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What I’ll miss the most about Georgetown is… Lau?

There was something undeniably sad about walking into Lau in the middle of July. While the perpetually AC-blasted floors provided much-needed relief from the heat, a silent Lau 2 filled... Read more

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I carry my life in my pocket

My life is tied to a single piece of plastic. Every time I leave home, I anxiously check if it’s still on my person. On the days I forget it,... Read more

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In support of schemes

This March, after striking the perfect ratio of Lau time to lawn time (which is to say, a whole lot more of the latter), I proudly proclaimed this spring to... Read more

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Why Georgetown must divest from Israel

Content warning: This article includes mention of genocide. The “Referendum on Divestment and Transparency” presented to the Georgetown student body by GUSA Senators Meriam Ahmed (SFS ’26) and Sienna Lipton... Read more

Voices

Let’s ‘touch base’ with the language of advocacy

“Can we get this in by EOD” … “let’s coffee chat about this” … “just touching base to see if you have the bandwidth” We’ve all heard these types of... Read more

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The Georgetown grind: Sleep when you’re dead, but at what cost?

Ever feel like Georgetown is a never-ending game of “how much can I possibly do before I break”? Don’t worry, you’re not alone.  Georgetown University, with its rigorous academics, vibrant... Read more

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Collegiate competitive dance: The best sport you’ve never watched

It is no secret that sports are a beloved global pastime. 70% of Americans watch live sports. Soccer alone has 3.5 billion fans worldwide. After major games, school hallways, streets,... Read more

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Speaking up: The classroom culture shock for international students at Georgetown

I thought I was ready for my first Atlantic World class my freshman fall. I had done all the readings, taken notes, and carefully mapped out the major arguments. But... Read more

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“Truth is trouble”: Why supporting the humanities is more important than ever

To celebrate completing her Ph.D at the University of Cambridge, Amelia Louks posted a picture on X, formerly known as Twitter, proudly displaying a physical copy of her thesis entitled... Read more

April Fools' 2025

The case for the Georgetown Bubble™

There are two important bubbles at Georgetown: Georgetown Bubble, the student-run bubble tea pop-up that has become a staple at the beloved farmers market, and the “Georgetown bubble,” the metaphorical... Read more

April Fools' 2025

The Voice’s top 25 uses for The Hoya

Umbrella To shield a table when you’re painting To wipe your ass Kindling for a fire To place under a rickety leg to fix an uneven table Picnic blanket at... Read more

April Fools' 2025

Every time The Corp has wronged us, in no particular order

To the 54th Corp Upper Management (CUM!): The Voice staff have compiled a list of complaints for your consideration. If you have any questions or to start a dialogue with... Read more

April Fools' 2025

The ideal Georgetown cover letter

For the past three years, I’ve worked at the Cawley Career Center, training with industry professionals to help students perfect their job application materials. As application season comes to a... Read more