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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

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Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

New Student Guide

New Student Guide

August 19, 2025

Georgetown Bucket List

By Tanvi Gorripati, Senior Guide Editor August 15, 2025

Sit on the John Carroll statue’s lap  Run up the Exorcist steps Visit the monuments at night Try every drink offered at Corp locations Study on all five floors of Lau Eat a bagel...

New Student Crossword ’25

By Jackson Roberts, Copy Chief August 14, 2025

A Guide to DC Sports

By Madeline Wang, Senior Sports Editor August 14, 2025

Welcome to Georgetown and welcome to Washington, D.C.: a city brimming with sports teams and athletic events. Not only is D.C. home to its own MLB, MLS, NBA, NFL, NHL, NWSL and WNBA teams, but the city...

A Crash Course in Georgetown Athletics

By Nate Seidenstein, Senior Sports Editor August 14, 2025

Georgetown University’s athletics, including its 27 sports teams, are a key component of the school’s identity and student life. Attending games are a great way for new students to support sch First,...

Getting Around DC

By Ruth Abramovitz, Senior News Editor August 14, 2025

You’ve arrived at Georgetown, and there’s a lot to see! Here are all the ways to get around Washington, D.C. — whether you’re going monumenting or heading to a concert downtown, there are plenty...

Guide to Campus Resources

By Ajani Stella August 14, 2025

Transitioning to college life can be stressful and overwhelming, especially during the first few months as you adjust to a different support system than you’re used to. Fortunately, you don’t have...

Your Guide to GU’s Undergraduate Schools

By Amanda Bloom, Senior Multimedia Editor August 14, 2025

Georgetown University is home to five distinct undergraduate schools, each with its own academic mission, history and community. Each undergraduate school at Georgetown offers a unique path, but no matter...

Survival Guide: Your First Week of Classes

By Thejas Kumar August 14, 2025

Picture this: Your parents just left campus after moving you in, you’ve yet to explore all of Georgetown University’s campus and you open up the brand new Canvas page for your classes. All that’s...

Dorm Life, Essentials for a First-Year Student

By Ella O’Connor, Senior Opinion Editor August 14, 2025

Living on campus is certainly a change from your previous experiences. Whether it be that you haven’t gotten the chance to meet your roommate in person, aren’t sure what living in a dorm requires or...

All Things Groceries, Errands and More

By Patrick Clapsaddle, Executive Editor August 14, 2025

Groceries Trader Joes With a store chock-full of unique and affordable products as well as kitchen staples, it’s no wonder Trader Joe’s is an essential for many Georgetown students. If you ever feel...

Spring 2025 News Recap

By Nora Toscano, Executive Editor August 14, 2025

A lot has been happening at Georgetown University and in Washington, D.C., over the last year, so as you get acclimated to the city, here’s a recap of the most essential news from last semester. 

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