2 More Georgetown Parents Plead Guilty in College Admissions Scandal
Peter Dameris and Robert Repella are the latest Georgetown parents to admit guilt in an unprecedented college admissions scandal that has tarnished the reputation of many of the country’s top academic institutions.
Georgetown Students, Alumni Help Raise Thousands for Wisemiller’s Deli
The eatery, beloved by generations of Georgetown students and alumni, has been struggling amid the economic downturn.
Saisha Mediratta (SFS ’20) details the experience of her four years on the Women in Faith Retreat and the important discussions the organization facilitates.
KEHOE: Foster Patience During COVID-19 Pandemic
In the last edition of “Pondering Politics,” Sam Kehoe (COL ’23) calls on Americans to exercise patience with government officials as they make difficult decisions related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
VIEWPOINT: Embark on Uncertain Journeys
Caroline Schauder (SFS ’20) discusses her unpredictable van ride through Georgetown University and the lessons learned along the way.
While sophomore guard Mac McClung announced his decision to enter the NBA Draft process, his shortened sophomore season due to injury suggests the star guard will return to the Hilltop for a junior season.
Despite leading the Red Storm by as many as 15 points in the second half, the Hoyas conceded a 23-0 run to St. John’s at the end of play to fall 75-62 at Madison Square Garden.
THE REEL DEAL: Baseball Genre Films Balance Timeless Gameplay with Transformational Cultural Moments
Tucker Oberting (COL ’21) analyzes the merits of baseball genre films for those looking for something to fill the void of the suspended MLB season.
START/SELECT: Losing Faith in ‘Assassin’s Creed’
“There was a time when I loved “Assassin’s Creed” deeply… But I’m tired of defending a series that constantly undermines itself.” Read this week’s “Start/Select,” in which Mac Riga (COL ’21) examines the mounting failings of recent “Assassin’s Creed” titles that tarnish the franchise as a whole.
A few days before Super Tuesday, Georgetown University students outlined their perceptions of the 2020 Democratic candidates, the key political issues on the campaign trail and the flaws within the Democratic primary process.
Consulting Stays Dominant With Push From Clubs, Firms
Management consulting, the most popular industry among Georgetown graduates, has a somewhat tainted reputation. This week’s feature delves into how Georgetown’s student clubs and large consulting firms encourage students to join the industry.
Conservative Faculty, Student Voices Feel Underrepresented at GU
A survey of 228 Georgetown University undergraduate professors conducted by The Hoya showed that among GU undergraduate professors, 71.4% identify as Democrat, 13% as Independent and 4.5% as Republican. While underrepresentation of conservative viewpoints is apparent among faculty, this minority status affects students differently as some students in conservative-leaning groups on campus report being judged for their political views.
Students Stress Significance of Cultural Awareness in Classes
Although nonwhite and non-European cultural topics can be a central theme in university core requirements in an effort to increase cultural awareness on campus, some student experiences point to a lack of cultural sensitivity in the classroom.